Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini (born October 21, 1995), known professionally a… Read Full Bio ↴Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini (born October 21, 1995), known professionally as Doja Cat, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, and began releasing music on SoundCloud as a teenager. Her song "So High" attracted the attention of Kemosabe and RCA Records, leading to a recording contract and the release of her debut extended play, "Purrr!", in 2014.

Following a break from releasing new material and the limited commercial impact of her debut studio album "Amala" in 2018, Doja Cat gained viral attention with her 2018 single "Mooo!", a novelty song that became an internet meme. Building on this recognition, she released her second studio album, "Hot Pink", in 2019. The album reached the top ten of the US Billboard 200 and included the single "Say So", which became a number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 following a remix featuring Nicki Minaj.

Her third studio album, "Planet Her", released in 2021, spent four weeks at number two on the Billboard 200 and produced several top ten singles, including "Kiss Me More" featuring SZA, "Need to Know", and "Woman". In 2023, she released her fourth studio album, "Scarlet", which featured a more hip-hop-focused sound. The album reached the top five of the Billboard 200, and its lead single, "Paint the Town Red", became her first solo number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped charts in multiple other countries.

Doja Cat is recognized for her dynamic performances and frequent use of social media platforms such as TikTok to promote her music. Her artistic style incorporates elements of internet culture and visual experimentation. Over the course of her career, she has received various awards, including a Grammy Award, five Billboard Music Awards, five American Music Awards, and five MTV Video Music Awards. In 2023, Time magazine included her in its list of the 100 most influential people in the world.

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Studio albums
Amala (2018)
Hot Pink (2019)
Planet Her (2021)
Scarlet (2023)

Shine
Doja Cat Lyrics

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Ruby red, bright, bright
Diamonds on shine, should be legally blind
Your smile pearl white, white
Diamonds on shine, if I ever can find 'em (shine)

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun-dun (shine bright)
Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun (shine)
D-d-dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine bright)

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine)

Diamonds on shine and they are mine
Yeah, I fuck your mind, I ain't got time
Dick was hella mean, slipped in some nice
Skating on my rings, slipped on some ice
Tryna be like me, bitch won't survive
She ain't got the juice, this won't suffice
You know who your queen, it's no surprise
It's no mystery, bitch, fall in line
Yeah, turnin' off the lights, they go, "Ooh-wee, that's tight", uh
Slept the whole way, that's a boujee ass flight, uh
Spent a hunnid k on that coochie last night
I said, "Spank you very much, that booty ruby red, bright, light"

Ruby red, bright, bright
Diamonds on shine, should be legally blind
Your smile pearl white, white
Diamonds on shine, if I ever can find 'em (shine)

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun-dun (shine bright)
Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun (shine)
D-d-dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine bright)
Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine)

What's that drippin'? No, baby, I'm not cryin'

Baby, that's my diamonds, everything so vibrant
Say it like I mean it and I says it like I'm Simon
And I read her like she fine print, and I beat her without violence
When it's heavy on me, it's like a brick on my ring, yeah
Baby on me, 'cause I can't fit in my jeans, yeah
Work 'til I cry, bitch, I ain't rarely got sleep
Kept the ice on my grill for me to get all of this heat

Ruby red, bright, bright
Diamonds on shine, should be legally blind
Your smile pearl white, white
Diamonds on shine, if I ever can find 'em (shine)

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun-dun (shine bright)
Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun (shine)
D-d-dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine bright)
Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine)

Shine

Overall Meaning

In "Shine," Doja Cat sings about her extravagant lifestyle, specifically her jewelry. She describes her diamonds as being on "shine," meaning they're shining bright and catching people's attention. She mentions her ruby red and diamond-studded jewelry, noting that they should be "legally blinding" due to their radiance. Doja Cat also references her white pearl smile, likely implying that she has spent money on dental work to attain a perfect set of teeth.

Throughout the song, she brags about her wealth and her ability to afford such luxurious items. She talks about a recent shopping spree where she spent $100k on a piece of clothing, likely referring to her ruby red coochie outfit that she wore in the "Streets" music video. Doja Cat mentions "skating on her rings" and "beating bitches without violence," both of which seem to be nods toward her tough persona and her ability to defend herself against those who try to bring her down.

In general, "Shine" serves as a flex-track for Doja Cat. It's about her ability to buy whatever she wants and still remain fiercely independent and empowered. The song's catchy beat and playful lyrics make it a fun addition to her discography.

Line by Line Meaning

Ruby red, bright, bright
My jewelry is shiny and eye-catching

Diamonds on shine, should be legally blind
My diamonds are so brilliant that they could blind someone

Your smile pearl white, white
Your teeth are shining like pearls

Diamonds on shine, if I ever can find 'em (shine)
My jewelry is so bright that sometimes I can barely see it

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun-dun (shine bright)
The sound effect represents the shine of my jewelry

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun-dun-dun (shine)
The sound effect represents the shine of my jewelry

D-d-dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine bright)
The sound effect represents the shine of my jewelry

Dun-dun, d-dun, d-dun, d-d-dun-dun (shine)
The sound effect represents the shine of my jewelry

Diamonds on shine and they are mine
I have expensive and shiny jewelry that belongs to me

Yeah, I fuck your mind, I ain't got time
I am very confident and don't care about other people's opinions

Dick was hella mean, slipped in some nice
My partner was rough but gentle at the same time

Skating on my rings, slipped on some ice
My rings are so shiny that it's like skating on ice

Tryna be like me, bitch won't survive
I am unique and one-of-a-kind, and others can't copy me

She ain't got the juice, this won't suffice
She doesn't have what it takes to be like me or have what I have

You know who your queen, it's no surprise
I am the queen and it's obvious to everyone

It's no mystery, bitch, fall in line
It's clear that I am in charge and others should listen to me

Yeah, turnin' off the lights, they go, "Ooh-wee, that's tight", uh
Even in the dark, my jewelry shines and catches people's attention

Slept the whole way, that's a boujee ass flight, uh
I flew in luxury and slept comfortably the whole way

Spent a hunnid k on that coochie last night
I spent a lot of money on something expensive or luxurious last night

I said, "Spank you very much, that booty ruby red, bright, light"
I appreciate and thank someone for having a shiny and attractive butt like my jewelry

What's that drippin'? No, baby, I'm not cryin'
The shiny droplets people see are not tears, but rather my sparkling jewelry

Baby, that's my diamonds, everything so vibrant
The dazzling brightness people see is my jewelry, and everything around me sparkles

Say it like I mean it and I says it like I'm Simon
I speak confidently and with authority, like Simon Cowell

And I read her like she fine print, and I beat her without violence
I understand people as if they were fine print, and I can defeat them without using violence

When it's heavy on me, it's like a brick on my ring, yeah
When I am weighed down by something, it's like a heavy brick on my ring finger

Baby on me, 'cause I can't fit in my jeans, yeah
My body is so curvy and attractive that my clothes don't fit properly

Work 'til I cry, bitch, I ain't rarely got sleep
I work hard and tirelessly, often to the point of exhaustion and tears

Kept the ice on my grill for me to get all of this heat
I kept my jewelry shining like ice so that I can attract attention and show off my style

Shine
The song's title emphasizes the importance and value of sparkling and shiny things, like jewelry

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Amala Zandile Dlamini, David Sprecher, Lukasz Gottwald

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