Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond is a beloved song written and performed by Neil Diamond, released in 1969. It quickly became one of his signature hits, known for its catchy melody and iconic sing-along chorus. The song was inspired by Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of President John F. Kennedy, and has since become a staple at sporting events and public gatherings.

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Did You Know?

• “Sweet Caroline” was released in 1969 by Neil Diamond.
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• The song was inspired by Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of President John F. Kennedy.
• “Sweet Caroline” remains one of Neil Diamond’s most popular and enduring songs.

Album “Sweet Caroline”

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Lyrics

Where it began

I can’t begin to knowin’

But then I know it’s growin’ strong

Was in the spring

And spring became the summer

Who’d have believed you’d come along

Hands, touchin’ hands

Reachin’ out, touchin’ me, touchin’ you

Sweet Caroline

Good times never seemed so good

I’ve been inclined

To believe they never would

But now I…

…look at the night

And it don’t seem so lonely

We fill it up with only two

And when I hurt

Hurtin’ runs off my shoulders

How can I hurt when holdin’ you?

Warm, touchin’ warm

Reachin’ out, touchin’ me, touchin’ you

Sweet Caroline

Good times never seemed so good

I’ve been inclined

To believe they never would

Oh, no, no

Sweet Caroline

Good times never seemed so good

Sweet Caroline

I believed they never could

Sweet Caroline

Good times never seemed so good