Mirrors
● Justin Timberlake Lyrics


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Aren't you something to admire, 'cause your shine is something like a mirror
And I can't help but notice, you reflect in this heart of mine
If you ever feel alone and the glare makes me hard to find
Just know that I'm always parallel on the other side

'Cause with your hand in my hand and a pocket full of soul
I can tell you there's no place we couldn't go
Just put your hand on the glass, I'm here trying to pull you through
You just gotta be strong

'Cause I don't wanna lose you now
I'm looking right at the other half of me
The vacancy that sat in my heart
Is a space that now you hold
Show me how to fight for now
And I'll tell you, baby, it was easy
Coming back into you once I figured it out
You were right here all along
It's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me
I couldn't get any bigger
With anyone else beside of me
And now it's clear as this promise
That we're making two reflections into one
'Cause it's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me, staring back at me

Aren't you something, an original, 'cause it doesn't seem merely assembled
And I can't help but stare 'cause I see truth somewhere in your eyes
Ooh I can't ever change without you, you reflect me, I love that about you
And if I could, I would look at us all the time

'Cause with your hand in my hand and a pocket full of soul
I can tell you there's no place we couldn't go
Just put your hand on the glass, I'm here trying to pull you through
You just gotta be strong

'Cause I don't wanna lose you now
I'm looking right at the other half of me
The vacancy that sat in my heart
Is a space that now you hold
Show me how to fight for now
And I'll tell you, baby, it was easy
Coming back into you once I figured it out
You were right here all along
It's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me
I couldn't get any bigger
With anyone else beside of me
And now it's clear as this promise
That we're making two reflections into one
'Cause it's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me, staring back at me

Yesterday is history
Tomorrow's a mystery
I can see you looking back at me
Keep your eyes on me
Baby, keep your eyes on me

I don't wanna lose you now
I'm looking right at the other half of me
The vacancy that sat in my heart
Is a space that now you hold
Show me how to fight for now
And I'll tell you, baby, it was easy
Coming back into you once I figured it out
You were right here all along
It's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me
I couldn't get any bigger
With anyone else beside of me
And now it's clear as this promise
That we're making two reflections into one
'Cause it's like you're my mirror
My mirror staring back at me, staring back at me

You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life

Now you're the inspiration for this precious song
And I just wanna see your face light up since you put me on
So now I say goodbye to the old me, it's already gone
And I can't wait wait wait wait wait to get you home
Just to let you know, you are

You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life

Girl you're my reflection, all I see is you
My reflection, in everything I do
You're my reflection and all I see is you
My reflection, in everything I do

You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life




You are you are the love of my life
You are you are the love of my life

Overall Meaning

The song "Mirrors" by Justin Timberlake is a love song that speaks about the deep connection between two people. The lyrics talk about how the subject admires their partner, bringing up the metaphor of a mirror to describe this admiration. The first verse talks about the subject's reflection in their partner's eyes, paralleling the idea that people see themselves in their relationships. The chorus repeats the phrase "you're my mirror," emphasizing the importance of one's partner in their life.


However, the song is not just about admiration and love; it is also about the challenges that arise in any relationship. The second verse mentions the idea that one person cannot change without the other person present, implying that the subject's partner has helped them grow and evolve. Similarly, the bridge of the song speaks about leaving the "old me" behind and moving forward with the support of a partner. Overall, "Mirrors" is a song that balances the romantic aspects of a relationship with the understanding that relationships also come with difficulties and growth.


Line by Line Meaning

Aren't you something to admire, 'cause your shine is something like a mirror
I am in awe of you, your brilliance radiates much like a mirror


And I can't help but notice, you reflect in this heart of mine
I am deeply in love with you, and your image is etched in my heart


If you ever feel alone and the glare makes me hard to find
Whenever you feel isolated, and I'm hard to locate amidst the chaos,


Just know that I'm always parallel on the other side
Remember that I'm always by your side, metaphorically, on the other end


'Cause with your hand in my hand and a pocket full of soul
With our hands intertwined and our souls united,


I can tell you there's no place we couldn't go
We can conquer any challenge by remaining together and standing strong


Just put your hand on the glass, I'm here trying to pull you through
Simply place your hand on any glass window, and I'll be on the other side trying to pull you over


You just gotta be strong
You need to be brave and resilient


'Cause I don't wanna lose you now
I don't want to lose you, my love.


I'm looking right at the other half of me
I am gazing at my better half, an extension of myself.


The vacancy that sat in my heart
The sense of emptiness and heartache I experienced in the past


Is a space that now you hold
You have filled that gap and brought contentment to my life.


Show me how to fight for now
Teach me how to remain strong in the present


And I'll tell you, baby, it was easy
It was easy to rediscover myself with your help and guidance


Coming back into you once I figured it out
After I figured out that you were always here, I returned to you without hesitation


You were right here all along
You have been present all throughout.


It's like you're my mirror
You reflect my love, my emotions, and my very identity


My mirror staring back at me
You are like a mirror image of my soul reflecting back to me


I couldn't get any bigger
I cannot imagine any growth or success without you by my side


With anyone else beside of me
No one else but you can complement and complete me


And now it's clear as this promise
It has become apparent to both of us, like a promise fulfilled,


That we're making two reflections into one
We have united and merged our two halves into one, much like reflections in a mirror


Aren't you something, an original, 'cause it doesn't seem merely assembled
Your originality shines bright and does not appear to be a mere assembly of parts


And I can't help but stare 'cause I see truth somewhere in your eyes
Your eyes reflect honesty and truth, and it is impossible not to be captivated by their beauty


Ooh I can't ever change without you, you reflect me, I love that about you
I am who I am because of you, and you reflect my very essence. I love that about you.


And if I could, I would look at us all the time
If it were possible, I would look at us and take in every moment, all the time.


Yesterday is history
The past is incorrigible, and it has all but vanished.


Tomorrow's a mystery
The future is uncertain, and nobody knows what it holds


I can see you looking back at me
I see you looking back at me, reflecting my soul.


Keep your eyes on me
Pay attention to me, keep looking at me.


Baby, keep your eyes on me
My dear, don't take your gaze away from me.


You are you are the love of my life
You are the one true love of my existence


Now you're the inspiration for this precious song
You are the source, the inspiration behind this beautiful, soulful song


And I just wanna see your face light up since you put me on
I want you to smile, and I am delighted that I too can bring you joy.


So now I say goodbye to the old me, it's already gone
I bid farewell to the old me, for it no longer exists. It is already gone.


And I can't wait wait wait wait wait to get you home
I am extremely excited to take you home, to hold you tight in my arms.


Just to let you know, you are
Allow me to tell you that you are the most important thing in my life


Girl you're my reflection, all I see is you
My love, you reflect my soul, and all I can see is you.


My reflection, in everything I do
In all of my actions, I see you just like a reflection


You're my reflection and all I see is you
You reflect everything I am, all that I feel, and all that I desire.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP
Written by: Garland Waverly Mosley, Timothy Mosley, James Edward Fauntleroy, Chris Godbey, Jerome Harmon, Justin Timberlake

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