They formed in 1979 after Vangelis had been rumoured to replace Rick Wakeman in Yes a few years before. Anderson had contributed to Vangelis' albums "Heaven and Hell", "See You Later" and "Opera Sauvage".
They released a total of four albums with Anderson writing the lyrics and Vangelis composing the music: "Short Stories" in 1980, "The Friends of Mr. Cairo" in 1981, "Private Collection" in 1983, and "Page of Life" in 1991, which got re-released in 1998 with some additional tracks of which Vangelis reportedly did not approve. There are also two compilations, called "The Best of Jon & Vangelis" (1984) and "Chronicles" (1994)
Shine for Me
Jon & Vangelis Lyrics
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I'll shine for you,
Each waking dawn,
Each day.
Let these words,
Please, let this song
Take you so
Completely.
You have the gift of life.
Take whatever you need.
Be the light.
For once, be sure.
Be the light
you are.
You are the sound of love.
You are the sound of life.
Take whatever you need.
More will come as you reopen
All your senses changing.
Once you have seen,
Be awake to this life song.
Shine for me,
I'll shine for you,
Each waking dawn,
Each day.
You are the gift of love.
You are the gift of life.
Take whatever you need.
The lyrics of Jon & Vangelis's song Shine for Me are a beautiful reflection on the power of love and the potential for positivity in life. The song begins with a request for someone to "shine for me," suggesting a desire for connection and mutual support. The following line, "I'll shine for you," establishes a relationship of reciprocity in which both parties are responsible for providing light and positivity.
The chorus emphasizes the gift of love and life that each person possesses, urging the listener to acknowledge and embrace these essential elements of existence. The phrase "be the light" is repeated throughout the song, encouraging listeners to take an active role in spreading positivity and hope in the world. The lyrics also suggest that as we become more attuned to the beauty and positivity around us, we open ourselves up to even more goodness and light in life.
One of the more striking aspects of these lyrics is the sense of communal spirit and shared responsibility they convey. Rather than placing the burden of positivity on any one person or group, the song encourages everyone to take part in creating and sustaining a sense of hope and love in the world. By shining for each other, we can help to light the way towards a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Shine for me,
I am asking you to shine for me, to be a beacon of light in my life.
I'll shine for you,
In return, I promise to be a light in your life, to be there for you when you need me.
Each waking dawn,
Every morning when you wake up, I want you to remember that I am here for you.
Each day.
I want to be a part of your daily life, to share in your joys and sorrows.
Let these words,
I hope that the lyrics to this song will resonate with you and bring you comfort.
Please, let this song
I am asking you to listen to this song and let it touch your heart.
Take you so
I hope that this song will take you on a journey of self-discovery and awakening.
Completely.
I want you to be fully present and engaged with the message of this song.
You have the gift of love.
I believe that you are a loving person with the ability to bring joy and happiness to others.
You have the gift of life.
You have been blessed with the miracle of life, and I hope you cherish it.
Take whatever you need.
I want you to know that I am here for you, and you can take from me whatever you need to find happiness.
Be the light.
I want you to embrace your inner light and let it shine for all to see.
For once, be sure.
I want you to have confidence in yourself and your abilities, and to be sure of your own worth.
Be the light
Once again, I urge you to let your light shine, to be a positive force in the world.
you are.
I want you to recognize that you are a valuable, unique person with a lot to offer.
You are the sound of love.
Your very existence is a testament to the power of love, and you have the ability to spread that love wherever you go.
You are the sound of life.
Your presence brings vitality and energy to the world around you, and I hope you never forget that.
Take whatever you need.
Once again, I want you to know that you can take from me whatever you need to find fulfillment in your life.
More will come as you reopen
I believe that as you open yourself up to the world, new opportunities and experiences will come your way.
All your senses changing.
As you grow and evolve as a person, your perception of the world will change and become richer and more nuanced.
Once you have seen,
Once you have gained an understanding of the world, I hope that you will never lose that knowledge or perspective.
Be awake to this life song.
I want you to be fully present and engaged with the beauty and wonder of life, and to recognize the incredible gift that it is.
Shine for me,
Once again, I am asking you to be a light in my life, to bring me joy and happiness.
I'll shine for you,
And in return, I promise to be a source of love and positivity for you.
Each waking dawn,
Every morning, I want to be there for you, to help you face the challenges of the day ahead.
Each day.
I want to be a constant presence in your life, to share in your joys and support you in your struggles.
You are the gift of love.
Once again, I want you to recognize that you have the power to bring love and joy to others.
You are the gift of life.
Your life is a precious gift, and I hope you live it to the fullest.
Take whatever you need.
Once again, I want you to know that I am here for you and will support you in any way I can.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JON ANDERSON, . VANGELIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@terminator999jrs
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
Let these words
Please, let this song
Take you so
Completely
You have the gift of love
You have the gift of life
Take whatever you need
Be the light
For once, be sure
Be the light you are
You are the sound of love
You are the sound of life
Take whatever you need
More will come as you reopen
All your senses changing
Once you have seen
Be awake to this life song
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
You are the gift of love
You are the gift of life
Take whatever you need
@bc9976
To my son Rory Christian.
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
Let these words
Please, let this song
Take you so
Completely
You have the gift of love
You have the gift of life
Take whatever you need
Be the light
For once, be sure
Be the light you are
You are the sound of love
You are the sound of life
Take whatever you need
More will come as you reopen
All your senses changing
Once you have seen
Be awake to this life song
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
You are the gift of love
You are the gift of life
Take whatever you need
@terminator999jrs
Brilla para mi
Voy a brillar por ti,
Cada amanecer despierto,
Cada día.
Deje estas palabras,
Por favor, deja que esta canción
Te llevo tan
Completamente.
Tienes el don del amor.
Tienes el don de la vida.
Toma lo que necesites.
Sé la luz.
Por una vez, asegúrese.
Sé la luz
Usted está.
Eres el sonido del amor.
Eres el sonido de la vida.
Toma lo que necesites.
Más vendrá cuando vuelvas a abrir
Todos tus sentidos están cambiando.
Una vez que haya visto,
Estén despiertos a esta canción de la vida.
Brilla para mi
Voy a brillar por ti,
Cada amanecer despierto,
Cada día.
Eres el regalo del amor.
Eres el regalo de la vida.
Toma lo que necesites.
@Peoppell
Jon & Vangelis - their musical creations got me through a very difficult time in my life - and brings back bitter sweet memories. Thank you.
@arte.fishel
I got to see jon and vangelis perform live at Royce Hall, when I was a grad student at UCLA. A highlight of my life, for sure!
@terminator999jrs
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
Let these words
Please, let this song
Take you so
Completely
You have the gift of love
You have the gift of life
Take whatever you need
Be the light
For once, be sure
Be the light you are
You are the sound of love
You are the sound of life
Take whatever you need
More will come as you reopen
All your senses changing
Once you have seen
Be awake to this life song
Shine for me
I'll shine for you
Each waking dawn
Each day
You are the gift of love
You are the gift of life
Take whatever you need
@FreiheitInDeutschland
wow.. i miss my Gf with this song
@paolakimao
Thanks
@bscene1
Go T go!
@peter_aka_hamamass
Lyrics by Jon Anderson, Music by Vangelis...... Equals.........SHEER BEAUTY!
@bwturner1951
Transcendent, timeless and universal in its application to music and life. I can easily imagine a children's choir singing this song and leaving every listener in the audience in tears. Thank you for sharing this beautiful song and artwork. Blessings upon you and your house.
@bencolon71
Only jon and vangelis can pull this off ❤
@alanscotttenbroeckjr22
And we will forever be brighter and prosperous.