Starting he… Read Full Bio ↴Ladi6 is one of New Zealand's premier vocalists and MCs.
Starting her musical career in Christchurch, New Zealand, Ladi6 was part of the all-girl hip-hop group Sheelahroc. Sheelahroc had the hit track "If I Gave You The Mic" and Ladi6 was nominated for Best Vocalist/MC at the 2003 bNet music awards.
Ladi6 then moved to Auckland with her band Verse Two who quickly gained a reputation as a top New Zealand live soul/hip-hop group. They won the bNet best new act award in 2004, toured New Zealand with packed shows and supported international acts such as The Roots and De La Soul.
Ladi6's vocals feature on stand-out tracks by some of Aotearoa's finest talent, including Shapeshifter, Scribe, Fat Freddys Drop and 50 Hz.
Ladi6 is currently recording her debut solo album with Mu from Fat Freddy's Drop and Parks.
Shine On
Ladi6 Lyrics
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I do apologize
It's not my way,
I hate to make you feel uncomfortable
Take a load off,
Or you can put it right on me.
It would be my pleasure to unburden you,
I see you, you see me,
And I know that you are down.
I wanna pick you up from where I see ya,
Lying on the ground
Trust in me,
I'll take your broken heart home to fix,
Cause you're generally on my lips,
Whisper my promises
All your strengths and weaknesses too,
Baby to me you are a star,
So shine on
All your strengths and weaknesses too,
Baby to me you are a star,
So shine on
Well I know you feel defeat,
But if you trust in my heartbeat,
Feel the pulse right by your ear,
Only for you I will be here
Let me hold you now,
The chemistry between us,
I feel the power
(Repeat)
Instrumental
The lyrics of Ladi6's song Shine On convey a message of empathy, compassion, and understanding for someone who is going through a tough time. The singer expresses regret for any pain they have caused and offers themselves as a source of support and comfort. The line "breaking hearts, minds, I do apologize" acknowledges that sometimes unintentional hurts happen, but that the singer is sorry nonetheless. They then offer to help carry the burden of their companion's troubles with the phrase "take a load off, or you can put it right on me. It would be my pleasure to unburden you, actually."
The following lines show a deep connection between the two people, with the singer acknowledging their companion's pain and offering to lift them up from "where I see ya, lying on the ground." They then express a belief in the strength and potential of their companion, calling them a star and encouraging them to "shine on." The repeated reference to the singer's trustworthiness emphasizes their commitment to supporting their companion and seeing them through difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Breaking hearts, minds,
I am sorry that my words and actions sometimes lead to hurting people's feelings or causing confusion.
I do apologize
I am apologizing for any pain or discomfort that I may have caused you.
It's not my way,
I don't intend to be hurtful, it's just that sometimes things come out the wrong way, causing unintended harm.
I hate to make you feel uncomfortable
I feel bad that my words or actions might be making you feel uneasy.
Take a load off,
You can relax and lean on me; I will support you and try to help you feel better.
Or you can put it right on me.
You can share your troubles and worries with me, and I will carry them for you if it helps you feel better.
It would be my pleasure to unburden you,
I want to help you feel less weighed down and stressed; it would make me happy to be able to do so.
Actually
In fact, I deeply care about you and want to be there for you in difficult times.
I see you, you see me,
We recognize each other's struggles and pain.
And I know that you are down.
I can sense that you are feeling low or depressed.
I wanna pick you up from where I see ya,
I want to lift you up from the emotional low point that you appear to be at.
Lying on the ground
Feeling defeated and helpless.
Trust in me,
Have faith in me that I will do my best to help you.
I'll take your broken heart home to fix,
I will try to heal your emotional wounds and help you feel better.
Cause you're generally on my lips,
I think about you often and care deeply about you.
Whisper my promises
I want to reassure you that I am here for you and will do everything I can to help.
All your strengths and weaknesses too,
I accept you for who you are, including your flaws and vulnerabilities.
Baby to me you are a star,
I hold you in high esteem and value you greatly.
So shine on
Keep being yourself and don't let anyone or anything dim your light.
Well I know you feel defeat,
I recognize that you are feeling defeated and discouraged.
But if you trust in my heartbeat,
If you believe in me and have faith in my support, I can help you get through this.
Feel the pulse right by your ear,
My presence and support are close at hand, always ready to help you.
Only for you I will be here
I will stand by you and support you through everything, no matter what.
Let me hold you now,
Come to me and let me comfort and hold you during this difficult time.
The chemistry between us,
There is a special connection and bond between us.
I feel the power
I feel strength and fortitude from our connection and from being here to support you.
Writer(s): Chuck Mangione, Roger Kay Karshner Copyright: Jaldi Karo Music Co., Irving Music Inc.
Contributed by Xavier M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@damojames974
lea ayad
Verse 1]
Breaking hearts, minds, hands
I do apologize its not my way
I hate to make you feel uncomfortable
Take a load off
Where you can put it right on me
It would be my pleasure to unburden you, actually
I see you, you see me
And I know that you are down
I want to pick you up from where I see you, lying on the ground
Trust in me I'll take your broken heart home to fix
Kiss you gently on the lips, whisper my promises
[Chorus]
All your strengths and weaknesses too
Baby to me you are a star
So shine on
[Repeat]
[Verse 2]
And I know you feel defeat, but if you trust in my heartbeat
Feel the pulse right by your ear, only for you I will be here
[Pre-Chorus]
Let me hold yoooou dooown
The chemistry between us I feel the power
[Repeat]
Ooh oh oh
All your strengths and weaknesses too
Baby to me you are a star
So shine on
All your strengths and weaknesses too
Baby to me you are a star
So shine on
[Repeat]
So shine on
@TheBahafis
Can always count on Ladi 6 for proper lyrics and rhythm
@vincarosea6557
... special track, super dope... ladi6 is for the spirit and soul
@brianAsh3000
This song and video always makes me happy
@theladi6
Directed by Robert Wallace from parrallell teeth. He's amazing!!
@chevelle5014
2022 still listening
@mjgfromdallas
New Zealand Soul!
@YouOriginal
amazing NZ musician!
@Jadakiss79
One of the best Ladi6 songs so far
@ashrangihuna1203
My new anthem for my man xx such a beautiful song
@sellyklater8415
King of Aotearoa: tiki
Queen of Aotearoa: ladi6