Billy first became known to fans in the early 1990s with his appearance on "Star Search." He later earned a recording contract with Liberty Records and rose to national stardom with a string of Top 10 hits on Billboard magazine's country singles chart. His debut song, 1991's "Only Here For a Little While," rose into the Top 5, while the follow up, "Somewhere in My Broken Heart," repeated the feat. "Somewhere in My Broken Heart" won the 1992 Academy of Country Music award for Song of the Year; he also took home the ACM's New Male Vocalist award..
Dean's string of hits continued in the early- and mid-1990s, with songs like "You Don't Count the Cost" (1991); "Only the Wind," "Billy the Kid" and "If There Hadn't Been You" (all 1992); "Tryin' to Hide a Fire in the Dark" (1993); "We Just Disagree" (a remake of the 1970s Dave Mason hit) (1993); "It's What I Do" and "That Girl's Been Spying on Me" (both 1996).
In 1991 Dean wrote and sang the theme song to the ABC animated television series Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa. It is titled "Up on the Mesa".
During the late 1990s, his career slowed down a bit, although he made several television appearances, including "One Life to Live" and "Wings." He and Alison Krauss sang backup on Kenny Rogers' 2000 single "Buy Me a Rose". At the time, the song made Kenny the oldest artist to score a country #1; it also marked the only time that Dean reached the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
In 2004, Dean was signed to Asylum Curb, where he began a comeback with the single "Thank God I'm a Country Boy" (a remake of John Denver's classic). In early 2005, he released the album Let Them Be Little, which featured both "Thank God I'm a Country Boy" and the title track. "Let Them Be Little" was co-written by Richie McDonald, who at the time was the lead singer of Lonestar; Lonestar also recorded the song on their 2005 album Let's Be Us Again. Dean's version of the song became his first Top Ten hit on the country charts in nearly nine years.
Shine On
Billy Dean Lyrics
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That shines for all of man
Then how can we light the way
If we don't go to them
I believe to know, God's heart
Is to meet them where they are
Won't you shine on?
You can shine on, shine on
In all that's said and done
And everything you do
Just let your life glorify
The one who shines on you
I believe, we worship Christ
When we show the world, His light
Won't you shine on?
Won't you shine on?
You can shine on, shine on
Shine on, shine on
Won't you shine on?
Won't you shine on?
You can shine on, shine on
Won't you shine on?
Won't you shine on?
You can shine on, shine on
The lyrics of Billy Dean's song Shine On contain a message of hope and encouragement. The song's message is to be the light that shines for all humanity, to light the way for those who are lost, and to meet people where they are. The lyrics suggest that we should not judge others but instead offer compassion and be the change we wish to see in the world.
The lyrics suggest that we can worship Christ by showing the world his light. The message is one of inclusion and acceptance, urging people to shine brightly and be a beacon of hope for those around them. The repetition of "Shine on" in the lyrics emphasizes the importance of this message and how it resonates with the listener.
In conclusion, Billy Dean's song Shine On is a call to action, urging people to be the light that the world needs. The song is a reminder that we are all connected and that by shining brightly, we can create a positive impact on those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
If we're to be the light
If we are supposed to illuminate the world
That shines for all of man
That radiates for every person
Then how can we light the way
How can we show others the path to take
If we don't go to them
If we don't reach out to those in need
I believe to know, God's heart
I believe that understanding God's emotions
Is to meet them where they are
Is to connect with them in their current state
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
You can shine on, shine on
You have the ability to radiate the light of Christ
In all that's said and done
In everything that's accomplished
And everything you do
And every action that's taken
Just let your life glorify
Just permit your life to bring glory
The one who shines on you
The one who radiates light on you
I believe, we worship Christ
I believe, we revere Christ
When we show the world, His light
When we demonstrate to the world, His radiance
Shine on, shine on
Radiate light, radiate light
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
You can shine on, shine on
You have the ability to radiate the light of Christ
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
Won't you shine on?
Will you please radiate the light of Christ?
You can shine on, shine on
You have the ability to radiate the light of Christ
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN WAYNE WARD, D. SCOTT JOHNSON, KENNETH ALAN MIMS
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