“Love on the Rocks” was written by Neil Diamond and Gilbert Bécaud,  it was featured in the 1980 movie “The Jazz Singer” and performed by Diamond on the film’s soundtrack. “Love on the Rocks” peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for three weeks in January 1981. The single’s success was notable, achieving high chart positions and popularity upon its release. The song is featured on Neil Diamond’s album “Love on the Rocks,” released in 1990.

The song reflects themes of loneliness and the demise of a romantic relationship, inspired by Neil Diamond’s observations and possibly influenced by Anton Chekhov’s play “The Cherry Orchard”. The lyrics describe the feelings of being betrayed and left in the cold with nothing to hold on to, reflecting the emotion of ending a relationship or being hurt in love. The powerful vocals and melancholic melody of the song further enhance the emotional impact of the lyrics. The song became a timeless ballad that continues to resonate with listeners, capturing the complexities and heartaches of love.