Discover the story of the song > Shine – Finley Quaye

The protagonist is feeling happy and optimistic about life, and believes it's time for him to shine. He spends his time walking on fallen leaves and enjoying the sunshine, which he believes has the power to make him feel alive and want to live. He also references someone else (possibly his romantic partner) who is also starting to "shine" and he doesn't want to lead them on but just wants to turn them on.