It seems Neil Diamond’s sense of humor runs in the family — and his granddaughter might just be his biggest (and cheekiest) fan. In a new interview that’s charming audiences worldwide, the legendary singer shared a heartwarming and hilarious story about how his granddaughter pulled off a playful prank involving one of his most famous songs, “Sweet Caroline.”
“She’s got that mischievous streak,” Diamond said, laughing during the segment on a Colorado radio show. “We were out shopping one afternoon, and she suddenly disappeared down one of the aisles. Next thing I know, ‘Sweet Caroline’ starts blasting over the supermarket speakers — and she’s just watching everyone’s reactions.”
According to Diamond, the entire store broke into smiles within seconds. “People started humming along, some even singing out loud,” he said, still chuckling at the memory. “I was standing right there, trying to keep a straight face while everyone was going, ‘Ba-ba-ba!’”
The best part? Hardly anyone realized they were singing next to the man who wrote the song. “I had my cap pulled down, just blending in,” he said. “One lady turned to me and said, ‘Oh, I love this song! Whoever wrote it must’ve been a genius.’ And I just nodded and said, ‘Yeah, he’s okay.’”
The story quickly went viral after the interview aired, with fans flooding social media to call it “pure gold.” One comment read, “Neil Diamond’s granddaughter is an icon — she trolled the entire store and made everyone’s day!” Another wrote, “Imagine singing ‘Sweet Caroline’ next to Neil Diamond and not knowing it. That’s a life highlight.”
Diamond admitted that the prank — and the public’s reaction — filled him with joy. “It reminded me of why I wrote that song in the first place,” he said. “It’s about connection. Seeing all those people smiling, even for a few minutes, that’s the real music.”
The moment also offered a rare glimpse into Diamond’s playful family life. Since retiring from touring due to Parkinson’s disease in 2018, he’s embraced a quieter lifestyle focused on writing, family, and reflection. Yet stories like this show that his spark — and his humor — are very much alive.
“I told her next time, we should try ‘Cracklin’ Rosie’ or ‘Forever in Blue Jeans,’” he joked. “But she said, ‘No, Grandpa — nothing beats Sweet Caroline.’ And she’s probably right.”
Fans have since dubbed the singer’s granddaughter “the prank princess of pop.” And for Neil Diamond, it’s just another reminder that even after six decades of fame, the best moments are often the simplest ones — a song, a laugh, and a shared connection with the people around him.
💬 “Music brings people together,” he said with a smile. “Even if it starts with a little mischief in aisle five.”
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