Neil Diamond Brings Back a Classic

On Saturday night, March 21st, music icon Neil Diamond posted a new version of the classic tune, “Sweet Caroline”, to YouTube.  But this version has a twist.

These new “updated” lyrics reflect the country’s current circumstances with the Coronavirus pandemic sweeping the nation.

The star looked cozy next to his fireplace at home with an acoustic guitar. “I know we’re going through a rough time right now, but I love ya,” he said. “I think, maybe if we sing together, well, we’ll just feel a little bit better. Give it a try, okay?”

He then led a fireside digital sing-along of his 1969 hit “Sweet Caroline,” but those beloved lyrics got a new twist encouraging safety precautions and social distancing. Instead of “hands, touching hands,” Diamond sang “hands, washing hands,” and “reaching out / Touching me, touching you” then became “reaching out / Don’t touch me, I won’t touch you.”

Watch Diamond’s updated acoustic version of “Sweet Caroline” here.

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