Shine
The Mess Lyrics


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You were here for me when I was young
You were the one who taught me right from wrong
And that liars never won
Always put yourself on the line for the ones you loved
You knew what it meant to take the time to show you really care

Shine like the sun
You're only here now
There's no promise of tomorrow
Just days here filled with sorrow

There were times we couldn't get along
But we always knew that's just the way it was
And we always came around
Dark days they took you to the ground
And you said with your last breath
Go on and live you've made me proud
As you shut your eyes to rest

Shine like the sun
You're only here now
There's no promise of tomorrow
Just days here filled with sorrow
Shine like the sun
You're only here now
There's no promise of tomorrow
Just days here filled with sorrow

So live
Like its the last time you'll get to say the things you mean
Don't take for granted what you have
It could be gone tomorrow

Shine like the sun
You're only here now
There's no promise of tomorrow
Just days here filled with sorrow
Shine like the sun
You're only here now




There's no promise of tomorrow
Just days here filled with sorrow...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Mess's song Shine are about contemplating mortality and the importance of living life to the fullest. The first verse pays homage to a person who had a significant impact on the singer's life, teaching them important lessons such as the value of honesty, sacrifice, and selflessness. The chorus serves as a reminder that life is fleeting and we only have the present moment to shine like the sun - to be our best selves and leave a positive impact on the people around us. The second verse acknowledges the inevitable conflicts and hardships that come with any relationship, but emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and reconciliation. The bridge is a call to action, encouraging listeners to express their love and gratitude to their loved ones and cherish every moment they have together.


In summary, the song Shine is a heartfelt tribute to living life fully, embracing love and forgiveness, and leaving a positive legacy.


Line by Line Meaning

You were here for me when I was young
You were my support and my guide during my younger years


You were the one who taught me right from wrong
You were my moral compass, showing me the difference between right and wrong


And that liars never won
You instilled in me the value of honesty and the consequences of deceit


Always put yourself on the line for the ones you loved
You taught me to prioritize the ones I loved and to always be there for them, even if it meant putting myself at risk


You knew what it meant to take the time to show you really care
You showed me the importance of genuine care and love, and how it takes time and effort to demonstrate it


Shine like the sun
Radiate positivity and brightness to the world around you


You're only here now
We only have this present moment, so make the most of it


There's no promise of tomorrow
We don't know what the future holds, so live in the present and make every moment count


Just days here filled with sorrow
Life can be tough and filled with sadness, but we can still find hope and light in the midst of it


There were times we couldn't get along
There were moments where we had disagreements and conflicts


But we always knew that's just the way it was
But we accepted that sometimes relationships can be challenging and that's normal


And we always came around
But we were able to work through our issues and come back together


Dark days they took you to the ground
Difficult times made you feel defeated and overwhelmed


And you said with your last breath
As you faced your final moments, you shared some important words


Go on and live you've made me proud
You gave me your blessing, encouraging me to live life to the fullest and do you proud


As you shut your eyes to rest
As you passed on, finally getting some rest and peace


So live
Take advantage of every moment and cherish life


Like its the last time you'll get to say the things you mean
Speak honestly and from the heart as if you may not get another opportunity


Don't take for granted what you have
Recognize the blessings you have and don't disregard them as if they will always be there


It could be gone tomorrow
Things can change in the blink of an eye, so don't take anything for granted




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Paula Price

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Austin Eady

One of my favourites, right next to Greys and Shipwreck. ^_^

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