“Girl, You’ll Be a Woman Soon” is a famous song written by American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond. First released in 1967, it quickly became a major hit, reaching number 10 on the U.S. pop singles chart. The song tells the story of a young romance facing opposition from adults; the young man is deemed “unsuitable” or “no good” by the girl’s family. He sings to express his deep love and urges her to make her own life decisions rather than letting others influence her. He believes she will soon come of age—becoming a woman—and be able to choose the man for her life herself.
“Girl, You’ll Be a Woman Soon” is one of Neil Diamond’s most memorable early compositions,...