Diamonds was released by Rihanna in 2012 as the lead single from her album Unapologetic, and it quickly became one of her most recognisable worldwide hits. Its soaring chorus and sparkling imagery made it a favourite for celebration and empowerment moments long after its chart run. On short-form video, the hook is often reused in isolation because it instantly signals confidence, beauty and triumph, which keeps the short snippet circulating in edits, tributes and fan videos years later.