Shine Service tells the incredible life story of Robert Person, a.k.a. "Percy," an 82-year-old, African American shoe shiner. Percy began shining shoes in 1947 with a small shoe stand on Nashville's historic Jefferson Street and currently owns and operates Shine Service in the historic downtown Nashville Arcade. A Nashville institution, his generosity and outlook has affected the lives of many people, including high-profile public officials, celebrities, professional athletes, and thousands of shop regulars. Throughout his 70 years of shining shoes, Percy has witnessed segregation, the Civil Rights Movement, several rounds of gentrification, and devastating personal tragedies—all while remaining a vital member of the community​​, committed to keeping his trade alive.

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