Diamonds was released by Rihanna in 2012 as the lead single from her album Unapologetic, and its chorus quickly became one of her most recognisable vocal moments. The line about shining bright like a diamond gave the song a lasting association with glamour and confidence, which helped it travel far beyond radio. Short ten-second versions later spread across short-form video and soundboard sites, where creators reused the hook on its own for reveals and celebrations. Its instant familiarity keeps it in regular use more than a decade later.