Shine
Night Riots Lyrics


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Here in the dark with your hands in mine we go together
I've been afraid of what we'll find we go together
Shine, shine, shine on forever
Turn this night over we'll find a way
Draw in the night the future's sharpening we have each other
Like hanging ice slender frame of white we have each other
Shine, shine, shine on forever
Turn this night over we'll find a way
Shine, shine, shine on forever
Turn this night over we'll find a way
I want to love you but I've been afraid to
I would ride the ups and downs to you
I want to love you break all of my walls through
I would ride the ups and downs to you
Here in the dark with your hands in mine we go together
I'm not afraid of what we'll find we go together
Shine, shine, shine on forever
Turn this night over we'll find a way
Shine, shine, shine on forever
Turn this night over we'll find a way
I want to love you but I've been afraid to
I would ride the ups and downs to you

I want to love you break all of my walls through
I would ride the ups and downs to you

Overall Meaning

The song "Shine" by Night Riots is a love song about taking risks in relationships and overcoming fear. The singer speaks of being afraid to fully love someone but also expresses a willingness to ride the ups and downs of the relationship. The lines "Here in the dark with your hands in mine we go together" and "I'm not afraid of what we'll find we go together" speak of the couple's commitment to each other despite their fears.


The chorus "Shine, shine, shine on forever. Turn this night over we'll find a way" is a call to action for the couple to let go of their fears and embrace their love for each other. The metaphor of shining on represents the couple being a light for each other in the darkness, and turning the night over means overcoming fears and obstacles to find a way forward. The bridge of the song expresses a desire to break down walls and fully love the other person.


Overall, the song's message is one of hope and perseverance in relationships, even when faced with fear and uncertainty. The use of poetic language and metaphor enhances the emotional depth of the lyrics, making it a beautiful and relatable love song.


Line by Line Meaning

Here in the dark with your hands in mine we go together
Despite walking through uncertain times, we are united holding hands


I've been afraid of what we'll find we go together
I have feared the possibilities, but I won't face them without you


Shine, shine, shine on forever
Let us glow as bright as we can for an everlasting time


Turn this night over we'll find a way
We'll venture through this dark time and eventually overcome it


Draw in the night the future's sharpening we have each other
Even in the darkest moments, we have hope for a brighter tomorrow, and we have one another to lean on


Like hanging ice slender frame of white we have each other
We are delicate yet strong, like slender ice, but we have each other's support


I want to love you but I've been afraid to
I desire to love you, but my fear has held me back


I would ride the ups and downs to you
I'm willing to face the highs and lows of life with you


I want to love you break all of my walls through
I want to love you so deeply that it breaks through all of my barriers


I would ride the ups and downs to you
I'm willing to face the highs and lows of life with you


I'm not afraid of what we'll find we go together
I'm brave enough to face whatever we come across as long as we're together




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Travis Hawley, Matt DePauw, Nick Fotinakes, Michael Van Kranenburg, Rico Rodriguez

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@damiankaran9400

This isn't bad, as an avid listener to metal genre's, I honestly think it's really cool to have these guys around. I like the indie elements (if that appeals to any of you)

@treverp4938

I think it's cool that Sumerian is signing bands/artists like these guys. As long as the majority of the bands are metal

@Llova1

Saw these guys at warped yesterday, my dad found the lead and talked a while about radio work and musical influences.
Super nice guy, they gave a great performance :)

@MalibuGlassMI

Travis Hawley

@LayDownYourGuns33

This band is awesome. I'm glad to see them getting bigger.

@patienceb5134

another brilliant song by a phenomenal band! the entire album is awesome

@MalibuGlassMI

One of the HITS! Come back and start again...20..?

@angieramirez8996

New biggest fan! Saw them at a music festival I LOVE THEM!! <3

@guitardds

Some of their songs have such an OIngo Boingo feel to them. This is one of them. Singer sounds a lot like Danny Elfman at times.

@kraye826

this song went so hard last night at the black sheep.... omfg

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