Shine
Collective Soul
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Release Date"Shine" is a song by Collective Soul, released in 1993. It was the lead single from their debut album "Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid."
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PopularityThe song was a breakthrough hit for Collective Soul, helping them gain prominent exposure. It reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Mainstream Rock Success"Shine" was a massive success on the mainstream rock charts as it stayed at number 1 on the Album Rock Tracks (now known as Mainstream Rock) for eight weeks and Billboard Mainstream Top 40 for four weeks.
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SongwritingThe song was written by the band's lead vocalist, Ed Roland.
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Album RecordingsAlthough "Shine" was originally recorded in 1993 for an independent album, Collective Soul re-recorded the song for their self-titled album in 1995.
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Genre"Shine" falls under the genre of Alternative Rock and Post-Grunge and is considered as one of the first successful songs that surf the wave of this musical style in the 1990s.
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Influence and Cover VersionsThe song's iconic guitar riff and its overall melody have influenced numerous musicians. There have been cover versions of "Shine" performed by Dolly Parton and Pillar, among others.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Shine" was directed by Bill Ward and gained heavy airplay on MTV, further propelling the song's popularity.
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Awards"Shine" gave Collective Soul their first taste of Grammy recognition. The song was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song in 1995.
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Cultural Impact"Shine" has been featured in many films, TV shows, and video game soundtracks such as JAG, Cold Case, and Guitar Hero 5, showcasing its lasting cultural impact.
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The 'Shine' ChantInterestingly, the background chant of "Yeah" in the song was not planned. It was a spontaneous decision during the recording process.
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LegacyMore than two decades since its release, "Shine" is still a fixture on radio stations and remains a beloved mainstay in Collective Soul's live performances.
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