Shine

Motörhead

About Shine

"Shine" is a song by the British heavy metal band Motörhead taken from the Another Perfect Day album and released in 1983 on 7" and 12" vinyl. The B-side is "(I'm Your) Hoochie Coochie Man", recorded live at Sheffield University and Manchester Apollo on 9 June/10 June 1983. The 12" vinyl had a bonus track, "Don't Need Religion (live)". Both B-sides appear as bonus tracks on the CD reissue of Another Perfect Day.


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1983
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Hard time getting to ya babe,
Double take, figure real rough trade,
But you know I'm a real good lover,
Can't judge a book by its cover,
I know and you know I know,
Can't trust your intuition no more

Look good and I make you smile,
Bet you thought I wouldn't have no style,
I'm gonna turn your head around,
Won't know 'til you hit the ground,
Gonna change the way you feel,
I'm gonna roll you like a wheel

High life, I'm a fool for you,
Low life, I like to break the rules,
First bite, you know I got a taste for you,
I'm gonna make you shine

Be a switch to say the least,
My beauty gonna meet your beast,
Comin' over and shake your tree,
My body's gonna set you free,
I know and you know it's true,
Move over I'm coming through

It's all over and I got you down,
Gonna chase you round and round,
Mess around with the way I feel,
Gonna offer you a whole new deal,
Gonna lay it on ya just for kicks,
Down on ya like a ton of bricks

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Motörhead

Motörhead ( /ˈmoʊtərhɛd/) are an English heavy metal band formed in 1975 by bassist, singer and songwriter Ian Fraser Kilmister, professionally known by his stage name Lemmy, who has remained the sole constant member. The band are often considered a precursor to or one of the earliest members of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, which re-energised heavy metal in the late 1970s and early 1980s. To date, Motörhead have released twenty studio albums, seven live recordings, five compilation albums and five EPs. Usually a power trio, they had particular success in the early 1980s with several successful singles in the UK Top 40 chart. The albums Overkill, Bomber, Ace of Spades, and particularly No Sleep 'til Hammersmith, cemented Motörhead's reputation as one o… more »

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Written by: IAN KILMISTER, BRIAN ROBERTSON, PHILIP JOHN TAYLOR

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10 facts about this song

Band Background
"Shine" is by Motörhead, an English rock band, formed in 1975 in London, England. The band is often considered a precursor to, or one of the earliest members of, the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.
Origins
The song was released in 1984, appearing on their album "Another Perfect Day."
Membership
The song features the band's classic lineup of Lemmy, Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor, and 'Fast' Eddie Clarke. However, 'Fast' Eddie Clarke had left the band and was replaced by Brian 'Robbo' Robertson, who was a former member of Thin Lizzy, before the recording of the album.
Song Specifics
"Shine" is the opening track of the album. It became one of the standout tracks, often highlighted for its fast pace and aggressive style typical of the band's sound.
Chart Success
The song was released as a single and reached #10 in the UK Singles Chart, marking a high point in the band's chart achievements.
Music Style
Like much of Motörhead's music, "Shine" is characterized by a mix of heavy metal and punk rock, falling into the genre of speed metal or thrash metal.
Live Performances
The band often included "Shine" in their live set lists. Their energetic performances of the song were well received by fans.
Critical Reception
Critics often praise "Shine" for its hard-driving rhythm, catchy riffs, and Lemmy's distinctive gravelly vocals.
Cover Versions
Over the years, "Shine" has been covered by several other artists and bands, attesting to its popularity and enduring appeal in the heavy metal community.
Legacy
"Shine" continues to be a fan favorite and is often featured in compilations of the band's best work. It stands as a powerful example of Motörhead's raw energy and uncompromising heavy metal style.

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