We Can't Stop Viewing This Rarely-Seen Clip Of Neil Diamond Performing Our Favorite Track

Jun 01, 2020 by apost team

Neil Diamond is one of the biggest forces in popular culture. Today, some young people see him as a little bit cheesy with his shiny shirts and earnest songs. But Neil Diamond is one of the architects of modern popular culture.

Here is the video to his iconic song I Am...I Said, which has us all nostalgic. 

As a recording artist, he's sold over 100 million records. They include hits like America, Sweet Caroline and Forever in Blue Jeans. What many people don't know is that Diamond was also a songwriter for other artists, like The Monkees. If you like pop music, chances are you like at least one of Neil Diamond's songs.

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Neil Diamond made it a point to go home in 2014. The occasion was his then-new album, Melody Road. And while he was in Brooklyn, he visited his alma mater, Erasmus Hall. This was the place where he'd written his first-ever song. And looking around, he was flooded by memories. Yes, people grow and change. But being back at Erasmus Hall High School reminded him of who he was, who he became, and who he'd always been.

The journey back allowed Diamond to see how far he'd come with what he perceived as limited tools. Yes, even Neil Diamond is hard on himself for using the same chords. But he also has the sense to respect the talent he's been given, and the people who encouraged him during his rise to fame. He's long been a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and even the Songwriters Hall of Fame. But in some ways, going back to high school after 50 years meant more to him.

What's your favorite Neil Diamond song? Have you ever had a great homecoming experience like this? Feel free to let us know about it in the comments!