Shine Like I Do

I used to second-guess every step that I’d take,

Painting shadows on moves I should’ve made.

But now I see the truth staring back at me —

I’m done living small, I’m breaking free.

I got a rhythm in my chest that won’t quiet down,

A spark in my voice that’s ready to resound.

If I dim myself, I only lose the light,

So I’m turning it up, tonight’s my night.

I’m gonna shine like I do,

Bright in every color, every shade I choose.

No copies, no doubt, I’m breaking through —

There’s magic in being true.

I’m stepping out with a grin,

Letting the real me begin.

Yeah, I’m shining right through —

’Cause nobody else can shine like I do.

I used to chase after trends just to fit the part,

But playing pretend only cracked my heart.

Now I’m dancing to a beat that’s my own design,

Drawing out the lines that make me shine.

I’ve got a melody that grows with every breath,

A style that survives any kind of test.

Don’t need approval to feel complete —

I’m perfect in my own heartbeat.

I’m gonna shine like I do,

Bright in every color, every shade I choose.

No copies, no doubt, I’m breaking through —

There’s magic in being true.

I’m stepping out with a grin,

Letting the real me begin.

Yeah, I’m shining right through —

’Cause nobody else can shine like I do.

I’m done holding back for fear of the crowd,

My voice is rising, proud and loud.

I’m walking forward with a fearless stride —

This is my truth, no need to hide.

I’m gonna shine like I do,

Bright in every color, every shade I choose.

No copies, no doubt, I’m breaking through —

There’s magic in being true.

I’m stepping into the sun,

A story that’s only begun.

Yeah, I’m shining right through —

’Cause nobody else can shine like I do.