: Produced by the legendary duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis , the track heavily samples Chic's "My Forbidden Lover" and includes elements of James Brown’s "Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine" .
: For many listeners, "Shine" served as a joyful final message to his fans, released just over a year after he died from complications following a severe stroke. Luther Vandross - Shine
For more on the life and career of the "Velvet Voice," you can watch the documentary on HBO Max. Luther Vandross - Shine (Official Video) : Produced by the legendary duo Jimmy Jam
: Its popularity in the UK led the dance duo Booty Luv to release a cover version in May 2007, which became a top-10 hit on the UK Singles Chart. Luther Vandross - Shine (Official Video) : Its
: While it reached number 31 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, it became a significant hit in clubs and on dance radio. A popular remix by the Freemasons further boosted its status in the UK dance scene.
The song is particularly notable for its production and legacy following Vandross's passing in 2005:
"Shine" by is a vibrant R&B and dance track released posthumously in October 2006 as the lead single from his greatest hits compilation, The Ultimate Luther Vandross .