Make It Shine
Quarterflash · Harden My Heart... The Best Of Quarterflash [1997]
There's a reason to believe your eyes
An ounce of conviction is the only admission
Yeah, it's risky, but it's worth the ride
And all the dreams that you've held inside
Yes, they're waiting to break out, you just have to try
Make it shine, let your heart beat right in time
Make it shine, lay your whole world on the line
Find a clue and unfold it, shake the dust off and hold it
If it tells you something let me know
So much is forgotten, so much worth unlocking
Won't you tell me how to break the code
And never worry 'bout the things you read
It's so easy to tear down, so hard to believe
Too may dreamers are fading, shine on, shine on, shine
Live -there's a life to live
Give -there's a gift to give
Yes -there's a reason to make it
Shine on and make it true,
Work -make it work for you
Yes -there's a reason to make it shine
Find a secret and learn it, find a key there and turn it
Do whatever you do through the night
A skill in your fingers like a memory lingers
You gotta do it till it comes out right
You never know till you take a chance
If you're out on that wire you might as well dance
Make It Shine
Make It Shine stands as a testament to Quarterflash's enduring presence within the soft rock and adult contemporary genres. Emerging from the band's celebrated early 1980s era, the track captures the polished, melodic sensibility that defined their most successful recordings. While the group is perhaps best known for their chart-topping hit Harden My Heart, this song reflects the same sophisticated production values and emotional resonance found throughout their discography. The recording showcases the band's ability to craft uplifting anthems that blend smooth vocals with intricate instrumental arrangements. As part of their broader body of work, the song remains a cherished element of their catalogue, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative peak of a group that helped shape the sound of American rock during that decade.