Shinin'
Rising from Nothing to Everything: Embrace Your Shine
Lyrics
From the bottom, you come up
Emphasizes the journey of rising from the bottom to success.
From haters to lovers
Transition from facing negativity ("haters") to positive connections ("lovers").
From nada to Prada, you know you're a star
Highlighting the transformation from a humble state ("nada") to a glamorous one ("Prada"), celebrating one's star quality.
You are shinin', lit as a diamond
Metaphorically comparing the person to a shining diamond, suggesting brilliance and uniqueness.
From dollar to baller
Progress from a meager financial state ("dollar") to a prosperous one ("baller").
You know you're a star, you are
Reiteration of the individual's star status and radiance.
Sometimes, sometimes
Acknowledges the challenges in life, using imagery of jumping fences with barbed wire.
You gotta jump through fences with the barbed wire
Metaphorically suggests facing difficulties and obstacles.
You wanna wave the white flag for the hard times
Expresses the desire to surrender during tough times but encourages resilience.
You're just a little unprepared for the long ride
Admits to being unprepared for challenges but accepts it as part of the journey.
But that's fine, that's fine
Acceptance of the imperfections and challenges, expressing contentment.
Smoke Bob Marley, everything gon' be alright
Reference to smoking Bob Marley, suggesting finding peace and reassurance.
Rollie said it's our time and that's no lie
Positive affirmation from a Rollie (a Rolex) about the person's time to shine.
We shine on 'em so bright even at night
Highlighting the person's ability to shine brightly even in dark times.
If you're lost, don't get down, don't give up now
Encouragement for those feeling lost, advising not to give up.
You should know just what you are
Encourages self-awareness, recognizing one's worth and capabilities.
From the bottom, you come up
Reiteration of the journey from the bottom to success.
From haters to lovers
Continuation of the theme of overcoming negativity to find positive connections.
From nada to Prada, you know you're a star
Reaffirmation of the transformation from humble beginnings to a star.
You are shinin', lit as a diamond
Emphasizes the brilliance and radiance of the individual, likening them to a diamond.
From dollar to baller
Expresses financial progress from having little to becoming prosperous.
You know you're a star, you are
Reiteration of the person's star status and brilliance.
Keep shinin', shinin', shinin', shinin' on, on
Repetition emphasizing the continuous shine and brightness in life.
Keep shinin', shinin', on on
-Keep shinin', shinin', shinin', shinin' on, on
-Keep shinin', shinin', on on
-Shine, go ahead and shine
Encouragement to embrace and showcase one's brilliance without fear.
Don't dim your light for any haters, baby, make 'em blind
Advice not to hide one's light for the sake of others, suggesting confidence and self-expression.
If they follow, they'll just meet you at the finish line
Indicates that those who criticize will eventually recognize and follow the person's success.
You don't need no parachute if you know how to fly, unless you fly
Metaphor about flying without a parachute, symbolizing self-sufficiency and confidence.
They out of line (out of line)
Criticism of others who are out of line, contrasting with the person's focused dedication ("on your grind").
When they was in the club, you was on your grind (on your grind)
Highlighting personal dedication and hard work compared to others in a club setting.
Your victory's so sweet, they are so alive (so alive)
Celebration of personal victories and success, emphasizing vitality.
You're killing it so hard, it should be a crime, should be a crime
Playful suggestion that the person's success is so extraordinary it should be considered a "crime."
If you're lost, don't get down, don't give up now
Reiteration of encouragement for those feeling lost, emphasizing perseverance.
You should know just what you are
Encourages self-awareness and understanding of one's value and capabilities.
From the bottom, you come up
Reiteration of the journey from the bottom to success.
From haters to lovers
Continuation of the theme of overcoming negativity to find positive connections.
From nada to Prada, you know you're a star
Reaffirmation of the transformation from humble beginnings to a star.
You are shinin', lit as a diamond
Emphasizes the brilliance and radiance of the individual, likening them to a diamond.
From dollar to baller
Expresses financial progress from having little to becoming prosperous.
You know you're a star, you are
Reiteration of the person's star status and brilliance.
Keep shinin', shinin', shinin', shinin' on, on
Repetition emphasizing the continuous shine and brightness in life.
(Keep shinin', shinin', on)
-Keep shinin', shinin', on on
-Keep shinin', shinin', shinin', shinin' on, on
-Keep shinin', shinin', on on
-Woah
A playful exclamation expressing awe or admiration.
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