Cuts Like Diamonds – Charli XCX

You make me feel like I could sparkle through the night

You are beautiful like lightning

When you kiss me I’m electrified

You are like magic

You’re my angel in the sky

You’re my baby, never leave me

Catching all the tears I cry, oh

You’re the glow in my heartbeat

You’re the spark in the empty room

You’re the song on the repeat

You’re the star and you’re in full bloom

And I hope that you know, I’ma always be right by your side

Crystals just don’t satisfy

Hey, did you know that I’ll always be in love with you?

I can’t fake it, my heart’s taken

Our love cuts like diamonds

Your love alone, worth finding

Give me your heart, give me what you’re hiding

Our love cuts like diamonds

Our love will burn down cities

Your love, the fire within me

Give me your hand, we are shining

Our love cuts like diamonds

I feel your power

We could take over the world

You’re the apple of my eye

I know that I’m your only supergirl

Don’t need no rubies, don’t need emeralds or pearls

We are perfect just the way we are

Hey, did you know that I’ll always be in love with you?

I can’t fake it, my heart’s taken

Our love cuts like diamonds

Your love alone, worth finding

Give me your heart, give me what you’re hiding

Our love cuts like diamonds

Our love will burn down cities

Your love, the fire within me

Give me your hand, we are shining

Our love cuts like diamonds

Da-da-da-da-da-da

Da-da-da-da-da-da-ah

Da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-da-aye-aye-aye-ooh

Our love cuts like diamonds

Your love alone, worth finding

Give me your heart, give me what you’re hiding

Our love cuts like diamonds

Our love will burn down cities

Your love, the fire within me

Give me your hand, we are shining

Our love cuts like diamonds

Our love cuts like diamonds

Your love alone, worth finding

Give me your heart, give me what you’re hiding

Our love cuts like diamonds

Our love will burn down cities

Your love, the fire within me

Give me your hand, we are shining

Our love cuts like diamonds

Shimmering Love and Emotional Intensity

In “Cuts Like Diamonds,” Charli XCX crafts a vibrant anthem celebrating the electrifying power of love. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship so intense and dazzling it transcends material desires, comparing love to the sharp brilliance of diamonds. Charli expresses how her partner lights up her world, acting as both a source of strength and inspiration. The repetition of imagery like “sparkle through the night” and “fire within me” emphasizes the burning passion and unwavering connection between the lovers.

Metaphors of Strength and Vulnerability

The song juxtaposes vulnerability with strength, suggesting that true love is both precious and powerful enough to “burn down cities.” Charli XCX’s use of gems and celestial metaphors elevates the relationship, highlighting its rarity and endurance. The recurring chorus reinforces the message that love’s impact is both beautiful and intense—cutting deep, yet shining bright.

Song Credits

  • Artist: Charli XCX