Let It Shine - Brian Wilson
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Brian Wilson, 1988
Written by Brian Wilson and Jeff Lynne
Brian Wilson died yesterday, and thus one of the brightest lights in pop is dimmed. There have been other taskmasters and perfectionists, but probably none so maniacal, fastidious, and endearingly oddball as Wilson. Tis song, case in point, is sort of like a love song, but the lyrics could also be taken as an epiphany, or moving from one field of consciousness to another — maybe fitting for this occasion. "The stars all send / Their silver light to me / Forever shine / On me eternally." Yes, this song's production is all ice and synth percussion, but the gospel chorus and positive vibes give it enough warmth.
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