Diamonds was released by Rihanna in 2012 as the lead single from her album Unapologetic, and its chorus line shine bright like a diamond quickly became one of the song's most quoted phrases. The line works on its own because it pairs a simple image with an uplifting melody, so editors began lifting this brief vocal moment for short videos, reaction clips and celebration edits. It remains popular because the phrase is instantly understood, even by viewers who do not know the full song, and it signals glamour without needing any explanation.