Mirror in the Bathroom
The Beat Lyrics
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Please talk free
The door is locked
Just you and me
Can I take you to a restaurant
That's got glass tables?
You can watch yourself
While you are eating
Mirror in the bathroom
I just can't stop it
Every Saturday you see me
Window shopping
Find no interest in the
Racks and shelves
Just a thousand reflections
Of my own sweet self, self, self, self, self
Mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Recompense
For all my crimes
Of self defense
Cures you whisper
Make no sense
Drift gently into
Mental illness
Mirror in the bathroom
Please talk free
The door is locked
Just you and me
Can I take you to a restaurant
That's got glass tables
You can watch yourself
While you are eating
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
In "Mirror in the Bathroom," The Beat explore the relationship between our own image and how we see ourselves; the role of mirrors in our lives and in society; and the effects of mental illness on our sense of self. The song begins by addressing the mirror directly, asking it to "please talk free," and revealing that the door is locked, creating a sense of intimacy and privacy. The singer then invites the mirror to join them at a restaurant with glass tables, highlighting the idea of reflection and self-observation. The chorus repeats the hook, "You're my mirror in the bathroom," emphasizing the importance of mirrors in our daily lives.
The second verse delves deeper into the lyrics' meaning, exploring the sense of self-consciousness and narcissism that comes with constantly checking one's reflection. The singer admits to regularly window shopping, but not finding any interest in the clothes on display - instead, they are drawn to the reflections of themselves in the glass. This again highlights the idea of self-observation and reflection in society, where our image is often more important than our actions or personality.
The final verse takes a darker turn, discussing the idea of mental illness and self-defense. The singer admits to committing "crimes of self-defense," but is unsure if the cures they whisper to the mirror make any sense. This reflects a struggle with mental illness and a loss of control over one's thoughts and actions. The repetition of "mirror in the bathroom" throughout the song ultimately emphasizes the importance of our reflections and our inner thoughts and struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Mirror in the bathroom
The person is looking at themselves in the mirror while they are in the bathroom
Please talk free
The person wants to be able to freely express themselves to their own reflection
The door is locked
The person is alone in the bathroom, with the door locked
Just you and me
The person is having a conversation with their own reflection
Can I take you to a restaurant That's got glass tables?
The person is contemplating taking their own reflection to a restaurant so they can watch themselves while they eat
You can watch yourself While you are eating
The person wants to be able to watch their own reflection while they eat
I just can't stop it Every Saturday you see me Window shopping
The person cannot help but look at their own reflection whenever they are out window shopping on Saturdays
Find no interest in the Racks and shelves Just a thousand reflections Of my own sweet self, self, self, self, self
The person is not interested in anything except the reflections of themselves they see in the store windows
Recompense For all my crimes Of self defense
The person is using the mirror to confront themselves and take responsibility for their mistakes
Cures you whisper Make no sense Drift gently into Mental illness
The person is struggling with their own thoughts and is potentially at risk of worsening their mental health
Please talk free
The person wants to continue talking to their own reflection without any barriers
The door is locked
The person is still alone in the bathroom with their reflection
Just you and me
The person is seeking comfort in their own reflection
Can I take you to a restaurant That's got glass tables You can watch yourself While you are eating
The person is still transfixed on wanting to watch their own reflection while they eat
Mirror in the bathroom Mirror in the bathroom Mirror in the bathroom Mirror in the bathroom Mirror in the bathroom Mirror in the bathroom
The person is fixated on the mirror and their own reflection
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: David Frederick Wakeling, Everett Morton, David Steele, Andy Cox, Roger Charlery
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Richard Cain
good judt woks up mustck
@kevinprior3549
Mirror in the bathroom, please talk free
The door is locked, just you and me
Can I take you to a restaurant that's got glass tables?
You can watch yourself while you are eating
Mirror in the bathroom, I just can't stop it
Every Saturday you see me window shopping
Find no interest in the racks and shelves
Just ten thousand reflections of my own sweet self
Mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
You're my mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom recompense
For all my crimes of self defense
Cures you whisper make no sense
Drift gently into mental illness
Mirror in the bathroom, please talk free
The door is locked, just you and me
Can I take you to a restaurant that's got glass tables?
You can watch yourself while you are eating
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
Mirror in the bathroom
@rakshaali5411
One hell of a song.Way way way ahead of its time.
@jet07son
just love the way ranking roger dances
@dbradx
RIP Ranking Roger - safe journey to the next gig.
@eviljigglypuff2254
Word. Ranking Roger all day until the end of time
@davidg.9932
Happy 65th Birthday Dave Wakeling. 19 February 1956 Birmingham, England.
I always loved that Two Tone / Reggae playing style you have. ie.. The Specials / The Skatalites
@paddyodwyer7633
Cant beat some ska
@ruthdixon7807
the beat's finest record.
@lowellmichels5792
I remember dancing with a smokie, dark haired girl to this song. It was at Berkeley Square around 1984. I remember the smell of clove cigarettes and tequila. This is one of my favorite songs ever! Thank you✌
@chriscatton705
wow that comment brings me back. I can picture it perfectly