Shine
Learning to Shine: Embracing Our Unique Human Journey
Lyrics
V1
Encouraging someone to engage in activities instead of dwelling on emotions tied to familiar but outdated ideas.
Why don’t you find something to do
Suggesting the need for constructive action or purposeful engagement.
instead of tying your emotions to
Advising against being emotionally attached to outdated or misguided beliefs.
all the ideas that you thought you knew
Highlighting the consequence of holding onto such ideas, resulting in loneliness.
have left you alone
Emphasizing the impact of outdated beliefs leaving an individual isolated.
V2
Suggesting the search for a place or purpose that aligns with one's true self.
Why don’t you find somewhere to move
Encouraging the exploration of new environments to discover one's authentic identity.
A place to be who you believe is you
Advocating for a life that reflects one's genuine beliefs and values.
may you find a life that is true and all of your own
Wishing for the individual to find a life that is authentic and uniquely their own.
1/2 chorus quiet:
Beginning a quiet reflection on the nature of humanity.
We’re not better or worse
Stating that people are neither better nor worse than each other.
only different at first
Emphasizing the initial equality of individuals before differences emerge.
simply humans on earth
Highlighting the commonality of being human on Earth.
learning to shine
Expressing the shared human journey of learning and personal growth.
V3
Expressing belief in something mysterious or not fully understood.
I believe in something unexplained
Expressing faith in someone even during their most challenging times.
I believe in you on your worst day
Acknowledging belief in an individual's strength during difficult moments.
When I’m a mess, and I’m lost and afraid
Describing personal vulnerability and the need for support in challenging times.
give me your hand
Inviting connection and support by extending a hand in times of need.
FULL CHORUS:
Transitioning into a full chorus reflecting on human commonality and growth.
We’re not better or worse
Reiterating the idea that people are neither better nor worse, but different.
only different at first
Emphasizing the equality of individuals before the emergence of differences.
simply humans on earth
Highlighting the shared experience of being humans on Earth.
learning to shine
Repeating the theme of learning and growing as humans.
and when the day brings the hurt
Anticipating and acknowledging the challenges that come with each day.
when the night burns
Referencing the difficulties encountered during the night.
I swear that’s where we shine
Expressing the belief that one truly shines in the face of adversity.
V4 (breakdown)
Beginning a section with a breakdown, suggesting a shift in tone or perspective.
Now when I go I know you’ll see me return
Expressing confidence in returning and sharing acquired knowledge or experiences.
So I can show you all the things I’ve learned
Describing the intention to showcase personal growth and lessons learned.
They’re fading like hundreds of words
Acknowledging the fading of acquired knowledge or experiences.
washed away in the sand
Depicting the ephemeral nature of wisdom, compared to words washed away in the sand.
DOUBLE CHORUS
Concluding with a double chorus, reinforcing the themes of human commonality and growth.
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