"SHINE LIKE IT DOES" (1999), recorded with country-techno mavericks, THE ALABAMA THREE was produced by Rose with Jerry Boise (BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB. "LONG SHOT NOVENA" (2001) again features A3, members of the classic Scottish band, DEL AMITRI, SEX PISTOL, Glen Matlock and members of the legendary British punk band, THE RUTS. Eileen's song "Shining" was a featured song in the Disney movie "THE ROOKIE" and is also on the soundtrack album, along with STEVE EARLE and RYAN ADAMS. Her song "Lie To Me" was featured in an episode of the TV series "Felicity".
Rose is set to release her fourth album "AT OUR TABLES" through EVANGELINE RECORDS on Monday, March 10, 2008. Opening a new chapter in her diverse career, she has now taken her music to Detroit, tracking down the city's deep-rooted musical Soul. Aided by seasoned producers Al Sutton (Sheryl Crow, Kid Rock, Detroit Cobras, Electric Six), and Eric Hoegemeyer (Charm Farm, Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker), plus members of Sponge, Detroit Cobras, and her own Holy Wreck crew.
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Eileen Rose Lyrics
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Four stops home
To share your mama's pain
Shine like she does
Worn in but he's out again
Four shots, born to be a ladies' man
Shine like he does, shine like he does
Four nights and fare thee well
Born light, missing one but I won't tell
Shine like he does
Four strings and a broken bow
Life sails, this is all you need to know
Shine like it does, shine like it does
They tell me the world still loves a dreamer
But there's a blue moon on my birthday
And there's a bluebird on the balcony
If I keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
It won't be long before they find me
Keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
Sore head and I'm calling rain
Full stop, home to meet my mother's pain
Cry like she does, try like she does
Oh, the woman sure loves a loser
And there's a blue moon on my birthday
And there's a bluebird on the balcony
If I keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
It won't be long before they find me
Keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
Keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
Keep on, keep on, keep on
Keep on, keep on shining
The song "Shining" by Eileen Rose is a melancholic yet hopeful ode to perseverance in the face of pain and adversity. The first verse sets the scene with a description of sore hands that are calling rain, suggesting a feeling of discomfort or even an impending storm. The singer is four stops away from home, where their mother's pain waits for them to share it. The line "shine like she does" offers a glimpse into the mother's resilience, implying that even in the face of pain, she continues to shine, and the singer is encouraged to do the same.
The next verse describes a man who is "worn in but out again." He is a ladies' man, but still looks for something more. The singer encourages him to "shine like he does," perhaps suggesting that his charm, charisma, and optimistic outlook could benefit others around him. The chorus repeats the line, "They tell me the world still loves a dreamer," implying that despite setbacks and hardships, hope and perseverance can be powerful, and the dreamers and visionaries of the world are still celebrated.
The second half of the song begins with four nights and a farewell, suggesting a sense of loss or leaving. The singer is born light, missing one, but won't tell what that means. This ambiguity adds to the sense of a personal struggle, something that can be felt but not easily explained. The verse concludes with the repeated line, "Shine like he does," implying that even in the midst of sorrow and loss, perseverance and resilience are important.
The final verse describes a sore head calling rain and a full stop on the way home. The singer's mother is in pain, and they cry and try like she does. The line "the woman sure loves a loser" adds to the sense of struggle and adversity, but also suggests a sense of empathy and understanding. Despite it all, the chorus repeats the hopeful refrain "If I keep on shining," implying that even in the darkest moments, hope and resilience are possible.
Overall, the lyrics to "Shining" by Eileen Rose offer a beautiful and poignant reminder that even in moments of pain, sorrow, and loss, hope and resilience can make all the difference.
Line by Line Meaning
Sore hands they're calling rain
My hands are sore and it feels like it's going to rain
Four stops home
I'm four stops away from home
To share your mama's pain
I'm going home to be with my mom, who is in pain
Shine like she does
I want to be strong like my mom and shine through my own difficulties
Worn in but he's out again
He seems tired and used, but he's still going out
Four shots, born to be a ladies' man
He's had four shots of alcohol and thinks he's meant to attract women
Shine like he does, shine like he does
He wants to appear confident and attractive
They tell me the world still loves a dreamer
People say that the world still appreciates those who are hopeful and ambitious
Four nights and fare thee well
He's leaving for four nights, saying goodbye to someone he cares about
Born light, missing one but I won't tell
He was born carefree but is now missing someone important, but isn't saying who
Shine like he does
He wants to act like he's okay even though he's really hurting
Four strings and a broken bow
He's left with very little, since his bow is broken and he only has four strings
Life sails, this is all you need to know
Life is an adventure and all you need is to keep going
Shine like it does, shine like it does
You have to keep shining through the tough times
They tell me the world still loves a dreamer
People still appreciate those who have hope for the future
But there's a blue moon on my birthday
Something special is happening on my birthday, like a blue moon
And there's a bluebird on the balcony
I'm noticing the little things in life that make me happy, like a bluebird on the balcony
If I keep on, keep on, keep on
As long as I keep going
Keep on, keep on shining
I'll keep shining
It won't be long before they find me
I have faith that things will get better soon
Sore head and I'm calling rain
My head hurts and it feels like it's going to rain
Full stop, home to meet my mother's pain
I'm coming to a complete stop and going home to be with my mom, who is still in pain
Cry like she does, try like she does
I want to be strong like my mom but also express my emotions like she does
Oh, the woman sure loves a loser
My mom seems to always care for those who are struggling
Keep on, keep on, keep on
No matter what happens
Keep on, keep on shining
I'll keep shining
Keep on, keep on, keep on
Just keep moving forward
Keep on, keep on shining
I'll keep shining
Contributed by Lily W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
gwmerr
a favorite sound of mine. the great mystery is where did I cross this path?
GROVERW
@lachambersjr Ah yes, that helps. Thank you
lachambersjr
If it helps any, I ran across it as the very closing song in the credits for the film, "The Rookie."