Diamonds used to be coal
Look young ’cause they got soul
That’s why they’re beautiful
And my heart used to be cold
‘Til your hands laid on my soul, baby
And that’s why you’re beautiful
I’m not wondering why
The sky’s blue. That’s not my business
All I know is I
Look up and tell myself
“Be patient, love. That could be us.”
Lovers used to make love
And died just to give us
Their piece of the beautiful
Remember when we made love?
Love
Wasn’t it beautiful?
Don’t ask me why
The sky’s blue. That’s not my business
All I know is I
Look up and tell myself
“Be patient, love. That could be us.”
Diamonds used to be coal (Be coal)
Look young ’cause they got soul (got soul)
And my heart used to be cold (be cold)
‘Til your hands laid on my soul
Somebody’s got to stay deep in love
That could be you
That’s why we’re beautiful
That’s why you’re beautiful
Why, why?
That’s why you’re beautiful
That’s why you’re beautiful
That’s why you’re beautiful
Unveiling the Beauty in Beyoncé’s “That’s Why You’re Beautiful”
In “That’s Why You’re Beautiful,” Beyoncé crafts a heartfelt narrative about transformation and the profound effect love can have on the human soul. The lyrics use the evolution of diamonds from coal as a metaphor for personal and emotional growth, suggesting that beauty is born from resilience and deep feeling. The song’s gentle introspection draws listeners into a world where love isn’t just a fleeting emotion, but a force that softens hearts and brings out inner radiance. Beyoncé’s poetic musings on not questioning the sky’s blueness, but instead embracing patience and hope, encourage us to trust in life’s mysteries. This track stands as a tender reminder that the journey from hardship to beauty is one to be cherished and shared with someone special.
Song Credits
“That’s Why You’re Beautiful” is performed by Beyoncé. The song was written by Beyoncé Knowles, Andrew Wyatt, and Sia Furler, and was released in 2008 under Columbia Records.