Shine up
Doris D and the Pins Lyrics

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(Shine up, shine up)
(Shine up, shine up)

Get on, boogie, turnin' me on
(Shine up, shine up)
Get on, challenge, answer my call
(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up

I've got a thing about, thing about
Thing about, thing about you
Don't you talk about, talk about
Talk about, don't you do it
No, no, no, no, no!

Oooh!

(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up!

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(Shine up, shine up)
(Shine up)

(Shine up, shine up)
(Shine up, shine up)

Get on, move it, stirr it all up
(Shine up, shine up)
Get on, boogie, don't let it stop
(Shine up) Mmm-mmm (Shine up), get on
(Shine up) Shine up(Shine up), oh

I've got a thing about, thing about
Thing about, thing about you
But don't you talk about, talk about
Talk about, don't you do it
No, no, no, no, no!

Oooh!

(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up!

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(Shine up, shine up)
(Shine up)

(Shine up, shine up)
(Shine up, shine up)

Get on, move it, stirr it all up
(Shine up, shine up)
Get on, boogie, don't let it stop
(Shine up) Mmm-mmm (Shine up), get on
(Shine up) Shine up(Shine up), oh

I've got a thing about, thing about
Thing about, thing about you
But don't you talk about, talk about
Talk about, don't you do it
No, no, no, no, no!

Oooh!

(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up!

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough
I'm getting high, high
Hell, you set me on fire

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough

Overall Meaning

The song "Shine Up" by Doris D and the Pins is an upbeat and catchy disco tune that encourages listeners to get moving and feel good. The repeated phrase "Shine up" is a call to action, urging everyone to boogie and turn up the energy. The lyrics express the singer's attraction to someone, with lines like "I've got a thing about you" and "you set me on fire." However, the song also contains a warning to not talk about the singer or reveal personal information ("talk about, don't you do it"). Overall, the song is a celebration of dance, music, and positive vibes.

One interesting fact about "Shine Up" is that it was a hit in the Netherlands, where Doris D and the Pins were based. The group consisted of six female singers and dancers, and they had several other popular songs in the 1980s. Another fun fact is that the music video for "Shine Up" features the group performing in bright outfits and disco-inspired makeup, with lots of energetic dance moves. Additionally, the song has been covered by several other artists over the years, including the Japanese group SKE48 and a Norwegian group called Katthult.

Line by Line Meaning

(Shine up, shine up)
The singer is emphasizing the importance of shining up and getting ready for something exciting.

Get on, boogie, turnin' me on (Shine up, shine up)
This line is encouraging the listener to dance and have fun in order to get excited and prepared for what's coming their way.

Get on, challenge, answer my call (Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
The singer is challenging the listener to rise to the occasion and answer their call, while also emphasizing the importance of shining up and being ready for the challenge.

I've got a thing about, thing about Thing about, thing about you Don't you talk about, talk about Talk about, don't you do it No, no, no, no, no!
The singer is admitting to having strong feelings for someone and warning them not to talk about it or ruin it.

(Shine up) Shine up (Shine up), shine up
Another reminder that staying ready and on top of things is important.

(I'm takin' my time) Stop, this is enough I'm getting high, high Hell, you set me on fire
The singer is taking their time and enjoying the excitement of the moment, but also acknowledging that the object of their affection is responsible for making them feel this way.

(Shine up, shine up)
A repetition of the song's central message of staying ready and prepared for whatever is coming.

Get on, move it, stirr it all up (Shine up, shine up) Get on, boogie, don't let it stop (Shine up) Mmm-mmm (Shine up), get on (Shine up) Shine up(Shine up), oh
Again, the singer is encouraging the listener to keep moving and having fun, all while staying ready and prepared.

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