After "Good times never seemed so good," the crowd shout-sings:
: When Diamond sings "Hands, touching hands / Reaching out, touching me, touching you," it is customary to mimic the "reaching out" motion toward those around you. 🏟️ Cultural Impact Neil Diamond - Sweet Caroline (Remastered)
: Diamond originally stated the song was inspired by a photo of Caroline Kennedy , the daughter of John F. Kennedy. However, he later revealed it was actually about his then-wife, Marsha , but he needed a three-syllable name to fit the melody. After "Good times never seemed so good," the
If you are listening to "Sweet Caroline" in a public setting, there are unwritten rules for participation: : Pay attention as the music swells. The Interjections : touching hands / Reaching out
After "Sweet Caroline," the crowd shout-sings: