Shine on Me
Tikaro & J. Louis Lyrics


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They don't wanna see me shine!
Don't wanna see me shine!
Don't wanna see me fly!
Don't wanna see me ride!

They don't wanna see me shine!
Don't wanna see me shine!
Don't wanna see me fly!
Don't wanna see me ride!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

As long as I'm alive, no hater gonna never stop my drive!
I did it and make it multiply.
Anything else is suicide.
Enemy of the world ' that's I.
Energy of an eagle.
I see no evil and I hear no lie!
Niggas don't wanna see me fly higher than a rocket ship.
Life is not rocket science.
Every day is documented.
All of my time is occupied.
I'm gonna grind & I'm gonna shine!
Ballin' 'til the end of time.
Hate on me and it's all fine!
You just ain't no friend of mine.

I'm tryin' to focus on bigger and better things.
With so many odds against me, I had to step up my game!
Imagine problems with crooked coppers.
Why they wanna go there?
Try to pop me, lock me, but couldn't knock me off my square.
I'm not surprised, you haters wanted to see Flesh stretched out without one thug,
While I'm steady stressin' out
But we doin' our own thing ' the wrong thing.
You suckas fail every time tryin' to stop my shine!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
Stay away, fade away, playa hater! (I need you to)
Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
Twenty-four seven grindin'!
Tryin' to get my shine on.
That don't give 'em a reason to hate me, hate me, hate me!
But I know my mind's strong.
None of you suckas can break me! (Ha!)
Nothin' can save ya now!
They caught the Krayzie vapors!
Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
There's really no need to be crowdin' me,
'Cause I can't deal with you haters surroundin' me, houndin' me!
Tryin' to get my paper, hard to keep my faith up.
It's time for me to raise up, and do this sucker shake up.
True T-H-U-G's and we come to kill you, kill you, kill you!
I think they might be scared (might be scared) to let me shine 'cause I'm a righteous playa!
(I'm a righteous, righteous, righteous playa!)

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!

See Me!
Stack your paper, they hate my grind.
Catch me!
Push that's why I got my swagga down.
Could never slip in the clip in.
I know they want my life.
Any weakness, not here, you know that Wish gonna ride! (ride)
Hit the streets with that, better love!
Watch out if you kiss and tell.
You know not to show 'em love.
It's just that they talk too much.
They never know who to trust.
And just when you get enough, a target ' you will become.
That's just the (?)

It's the devil's perpetuation!
Tryin' to make my innocence.
It's my retaliation, I don't need no ignorance.
I'm standing against this army with Bone Thugs-n-harmony, harmony.
Danger is just a part of me, like it's stuck in my arteries.
These poor playa-haters are the motivators.
But I get my paper, paper.
The same rappers that hated us bought the verses, so we can take from them.
Critics ' we can't escape from them.
Don't you drink too much Hennessey.
Ain't no time for to be slippin', we the world's worst enemy!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
They don't wanna see me shine, they don't wanna see me shine!

Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Fakin' on the side.
They don't wanna see me shine.
They don't wanna see me shine, they don't wanna see me shine!

So many people said we wouldn't take it, so many people said we couldn't make it!
So I made up my mind!
Made it up with my pride
I just gotta know, I just need to know.
I just gotta know.
I just gotta know.
Why they wanna hate on me?
Why they wanna steal my shine?
Why they wanna hate on me?
Why they wanna steal my shine?
I just gotta know!
I just gotta know!
I just gotta know!
I just gotta know!
See me shine!
See me shine!
Oh see me shine!
Oh see me shine!
Yeah!





They don't wanna see me shine!
They don't wanna see me shine!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Tikaro & J. Louis's song "Shine On Me" express the artist's frustration with individuals who do not want to see them succeed and shine in life. The repetition of the lines "They don't wanna see me shine" and "Don't wanna see me fly" emphasizes the artist's disappointment in people's lack of support or encouragement. The lyrics suggest that these individuals are haters and fake friends who pretend to be supportive but secretly wish for the artist's failure.


The lyrics further explore the reasons behind this negativity, questioning why these individuals feel the need to hate and undermine the artist's success. The lines "Why they gotta hate?" and "Smilin' in my face, fakin' on the side" convey the artist's realization that some people derive satisfaction from seeing others fail. Despite this, the artist remains determined to keep shining and rising above their haters.


The lyrics also highlight the artist's resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The lines "As long as I'm alive, no hater gonna never stop my drive" and "I did it and make it multiply" showcase the artist's unwavering motivation to achieve their goals. The lyrics assert that the artist will continue to grind, shine, and succeed, no matter how much hate they encounter.


Additionally, the lyrics touch on the struggles and challenges the artist faces on their journey to success. They mention problems with corrupt authorities and express frustration with the influence of haters trying to hinder their progress. Nevertheless, the artist declares that despite these obstacles, they will not be stopped and will keep shining. The lyrics convey a message of perseverance, self-belief, and the ability to rise above negativity.


Line by Line Meaning

They don't wanna see me shine!
They do not want to witness my success and happiness.


Don't wanna see me shine!
They do not want to witness my success and happiness.


Don't wanna see me fly!
They do not want to witness my growth and progress.


Don't wanna see me ride!
They do not want to witness my achievements and victories.


Why they gotta hate? (Hate!)
What is the reason behind their hostility and resentment?


Steady hatin' mine! (Mine!)
Consistently showing disapproval towards what I have.


Smilin' in my face, (Face!)
Pretending to be friendly and supportive in person.


Fakin' on the side.
But secretly harbouring negative feelings.


They don't wanna see me shine.
They do not want to witness my success and happiness.


'Cause they don't wanna, they don't wanna, they don't wanna see me shine!
Because they have no desire or interest in witnessing my success and happiness.


As long as I'm alive, no hater gonna never stop my drive!
As long as I am alive, no person showing hate and negativity will ever be able to hinder my determination and motivation.


I did it and make it multiply.
I achieved success and made it grow.


Anything else is suicide.
Any alternative action or choice would be detrimental.


Enemy of the world ' that's I.
I am seen as an enemy by the world.


Energy of an eagle.
Having the powerful and determined energy of an eagle.


I see no evil and I hear no lie!
I refuse to acknowledge any negativity or deception.


Niggas don't wanna see me fly higher than a rocket ship.
People do not want to witness me achieving immense success.


Life is not rocket science.
Life is not complicated or difficult to understand.


Every day is documented.
Every day is recorded and accounted for.


All of my time is occupied.
I am fully engaged and busy with various activities.


I'm gonna grind & I'm gonna shine!
I am going to work hard and achieve success.


Ballin' 'til the end of time.
Continuing to achieve great success indefinitely.


Hate on me and it's all fine!
If people express hatred towards me, it does not affect me negatively.


You just ain't no friend of mine.
You are not considered a friend by me.


I'm tryin' to focus on bigger and better things.
I am aiming to concentrate on more significant and improved aspects of life.


With so many odds against me, I had to step up my game!
Considering the numerous obstacles I face, I had to elevate my efforts and skills.


Imagine problems with crooked coppers.
Think about dealing with corrupt police officers.


Why they wanna go there?
Why do they want to engage in such negative situations?


Try to pop me, lock me, but couldn't knock me off my square.
Attempting to harm, imprison, or disrupt me, but failing to disturb my stability and composure.


I'm not surprised, you haters wanted to see Flesh stretched out without one thug,
I am not shocked; you haters desired to see me vulnerable and defeated, without any support.


While I'm steady stressin' out
While I am consistently dealing with stress.


But we doin' our own thing ' the wrong thing.
However, we are pursuing our own unique path, even if others perceive it as incorrect.


You suckas fail every time tryin' to stop my shine!
You fools consistently fail in your attempts to hinder my success and happiness.


Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
Keep your distance and disappear, you individuals who hate on others.


(I need you to) Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
(I need you to) Keep your distance and disappear, you individuals who hate on others.


Twenty-four seven grindin'!
Consistently working and hustling.


Tryin' to get my shine on.
Working to achieve and display my success.


That don't give 'em a reason to hate me, hate me, hate me!
My achievements should not provide them with a basis to hate me.


But I know my mind's strong.
However, I am aware of my strong mentality and inner strength.


None of you suckas can break me! (Ha!)
None of you fools can harm or ruin me! (Ha!)


Nothin' can save ya now!
Now, there is nothing that can protect or save you.


They caught the Krayzie vapors!
They became infected with the negative energy and influence of Krayzie.


Stay away, fade away, playa hater!
Keep your distance and disappear, you individuals who hate on others.


There's really no need to be crowdin' me,
There is truly no necessity to surround or overwhelm me.


'Cause I can't deal with you haters surroundin' me, houndin' me!
Because I cannot handle you haters constantly being near me, harassing me!


Tryin' to get my paper, hard to keep my faith up.
Struggling to earn money and maintain my belief in myself.


It's time for me to raise up, and do this sucker shake up.
It is time for me to rise and cause a significant disturbance or upheaval against these fools.


True T-H-U-G's and we come to kill you, kill you, kill you!
Authentic thugs, and we come to completely defeat and destroy you!


I think they might be scared (might be scared) to let me shine 'cause I'm a righteous playa!
I believe they may be afraid to allow me to succeed because I am an upright and morally good individual!


(I'm a righteous, righteous, righteous playa!)
(I am a righteous, righteous, righteous player!)


See Me!
Take notice of me!


Stack your paper, they hate my grind.
Accumulate your wealth, they despise my determination and hard work.


Catch me!
Try to keep up with me!


Push that's why I got my swagga down.
Keep pushing forward, that is why I am confident and self-assured.


Could never slip in the clip in.
I will never make a mistake or fall into a dangerous situation.


I know they want my life.
I am aware that they desire harm or danger to come upon me.


Any weakness, not here, you know that Wish gonna ride! (ride)
No weaknesses can be found in me, you know that Wish will support and stand by me! (ride)


Hit the streets with that, better love!
Enter the streets with that passion and determination, it is necessary to have unconditional love!


Watch out if you kiss and tell.
Be cautious if you reveal secrets or intimate information.


You know not to show 'em love.
You know not to display affection or support for them.


It's just that they talk too much.
It is simply because they talk excessively.


They never know who to trust.
They are constantly unsure of who to trust.


And just when you get enough, a target ' you will become.
And just when you have had enough, you will become a target of their negativity.


That's just the (?)
That is simply the way things are.


It's the devil's perpetuation!
It is the devil's continuation and promotion!


Tryin' to make my innocence.
Attempting to ruin my innocence or virtue.


It's my retaliation, I don't need no ignorance.
It is my response, I do not need any foolishness or ignorance.


I'm standing against this army with Bone Thugs-n-harmony, harmony.
I am resisting this opposition with Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, creating a sense of unity.


Danger is just a part of me, like it's stuck in my arteries.
Danger is an innate part of me, as if it is embedded in my veins.


These poor playa-haters are the motivators.
These pitiful individuals who hate on others are the ones who drive me to succeed.


But I get my paper, paper.
But I am focused on making money, money.


The same rappers that hated us bought the verses, so we can take from them.
The rappers who once despised us are now purchasing our music, allowing us to benefit from them.


Critics ' we can't escape from them.
Critics ' we cannot avoid their judgment.


Don't you drink too much Hennessey.
Do not consume excessive amounts of Hennessey (alcohol).


Ain't no time for to be slippin', we the world's worst enemy!
There is no time for mistakes, as we are seen as the world's greatest threat!


They don't wanna see me shine!
They do not want to witness my success and happiness!


They don't wanna see me shine!
They do not want to witness my success and happiness!




Lyrics © CHESTER JENNINGS DBA LYFE IN MUSIC, Universal Music Publishing Group, MYGUYMARSMUSIC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LAMAR EDWARDS, CHRISTOPHER STEVEN BROWN, LARRANCE DOPSON, ANTHONY HENDERSON, STANLEY HOWSE, STEVEN HOWSE, JOHNATHON JENNINGS, BRYON MCCANE, CHARLES SCRUGGS

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