Song of the Day: The Shine – ayokay

A 2017 release from ayokay, “The Shine” featuring vocals from Chelsea Cutler, is a bright, yet laid back song with soft synths and a bouncy chorus, much like “Kings of Summer”. The lyrics, which are posted below, speak to a what used to be a strong relationship fading away. Take a listen!

I tripped and fell into
A rhythm with you
I jumped off the deep end
But still played it cool

Tried to pretend we’re not different
And I hate that I have to admit it
But I’m done with wishing

I know it’s only a matter of time until the shine wears off
Cause I’m all out of words
Feel alone every time we touch
The more that I hold you
The more I don’t know your touch
I know it’s only a matter of time till the shine wears off

I know that we’re living
Inside of a dream
Cause we’re trying too hard
To make this a thing
Why does it feel like we’re working
You act like a whole different person
I’m tired of searching

I know it’s only a matter of time till the shine wears off
Cause I’m all out of words
Feel alone every time we touch
The more that I hold you
The more I don’t know your touch
I know it’s only a matter of time till the shine wears off

I’ll be fine
Knowing it’s over
Clearer eyes
Come with getting older
We fantasize
But we had our day
Now your disguise is fading
Your disguise is fading away

I know it’s only a matter of time until the shine wears off
Cause I’m all out of words
Feel alone every time we touch
The more that I hold you
The more I don’t know your touch
I know it’s only a matter of time until the shine wears off

Till the shine wears off
Feel alone anytime we touch
The more that I hold you
The more I don’t know your touch
I know it’s only a matter of time till the shine wears off