Man in the Mirror
尚雯婕 Lyrics


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I'm Gonna Make A Change
For Once In My Life
It's Gonna Feel Real Good
Gonna Make A Difference
Gonna Make It Right
As I Turn Up The Collar On
My Favourite Winter Coat
This Wind Is Blowin' My Mind
I See The Kids In The Street With
Not Enough To Eat
Who Am I To Be Blind
Pretending Not To See Their Needs
A Summer's Disregard A Broken Bottle Top
And A One Man's Soul
They Follow Each Other On The Wind Ya' Know
Cause They Got Nowhere To Go
That's Why I Want You To Know
I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change Change
Na na na, na na na na na na nah
I've Been A Victim Of A Selfish Kind Of Love
It's Time That I Realize
That There Are Some With No Home Not A Nickel To Loan
Could It Be Really Me Pretending That They're Not Alone
A Willow Deeply Scarred Somebody's Broken Heart
And A Washed Out Dream
They Follow The Pattern Of
They Wind Ya' See
Cause They Got No Place To Be
That's Why I'm Starting With Me
I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make That
I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A
I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make The Change
You Gotta Get It Right While You Got The Time
You Can't Go Alone
Your Mind That Man That Man That Man
Oh No
No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change
I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
I'm Asking Him To Change Change
And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer




If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change Change Change

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Man in the Mirror" by 尚雯婕 (Shang Wenjie) speak about the need for personal introspection and taking responsibility for making a positive change in the world. Throughout the song, the singer expresses a deep desire to make a difference and acknowledges that change begins within oneself.


The song starts with the declaration, "I'm Gonna Make A Change, For Once In My Life." This signifies the singer's determination to transform themselves and their surroundings. They express the anticipation of feeling good and making a difference by saying, "It's Gonna Feel Real Good, Gonna Make A Difference, Gonna Make It Right." These words convey a sense of hope and promise.


The lyrics then describe the singer's observation of the hardships faced by others, particularly children with not enough to eat. The line, "Who Am I To Be Blind, Pretending Not To See Their Needs," reflects the singer's realization that they cannot turn a blind eye to the suffering around them. They recognize that they have the power to influence change by starting with themselves and addressing the inequalities they witness.


The song further emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity. It mentions broken dreams, scarred hearts, and people who seem lost and burdensome, with nowhere to go. This suggests that everyone is impacted by societal issues, and it is the collective responsibility of individuals to support and uplift one another.


By repeatedly stating, "I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror," the singer emphasizes the importance of personal transformation as the first step towards making a lasting change. They call for self-reflection and self-improvement, urging listeners to take a look at themselves before trying to change the world. The lyrics suggest that it is only through individual growth and understanding that a positive impact can be made on a larger scale.


In summary, "Man in the Mirror" encourages introspection and acknowledges the singer's commitment to self-improvement and making a positive difference in the world. The lyrics highlight the importance of recognizing the needs of others and taking responsibility for one's actions. By starting with oneself, the singer believes that individuals can contribute to creating a better world for everyone.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm Gonna Make A Change
I am determined to initiate a positive transformation


For Once In My Life
After all this time, I will finally take action


It's Gonna Feel Real Good
The outcome will bring immense satisfaction


Gonna Make A Difference
I will have a profound impact


Gonna Make It Right
I intend to rectify the wrongs


As I Turn Up The Collar On My Favourite Winter Coat
In the midst of the cold, I prepare myself mentally


This Wind Is Blowin' My Mind
The current state of affairs is deeply affecting me


I See The Kids In The Street With Not Enough To Eat
Witnessing underprivileged children struggling to find sustenance


Who Am I To Be Blind
How can I ignore their suffering


Pretending Not To See Their Needs
Acting as if I am oblivious to their necessities


A Summer's Disregard A Broken Bottle Top
The negligence of the season, symbolized by a discarded bottle cap


And A One Man's Soul
Also, the state of an individual's spirit


They Follow Each Other On The Wind Ya' Know
These circumstances continue to influence one another due to their interdependence


Cause They Got Nowhere To Go
Their lack of options leads them in this direction


That's Why I Want You To Know
Hence, I feel compelled to make people aware


I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
My initial focus for change starts with myself


I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
I urge myself to alter my behavior


And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change Change
Examine your own actions before enacting transformation


Na na na, na na na na na na nah
Vocals without specific meaning


I've Been A Victim Of A Selfish Kind Of Love
In the past, I have experienced self-centered affection


It's Time That I Realize
Now is the moment of awakening


That There Are Some With No Home Not A Nickel To Loan
Many individuals lack shelter or financial support


Could It Be Really Me Pretending That They're Not Alone
I question if I am truly pretending that these individuals are not isolated


A Willow Deeply Scarred Somebody's Broken Heart
A damaged willow tree represents a person's shattered emotions


And A Washed Out Dream
Furthermore, an abandoned aspiration


They Follow The Pattern Of They Wind Ya' See
Affected by the prevailing circumstances, much like the wind


Cause They Got No Place To Be
Because they have no destination or purpose


That's Why I'm Starting With Me
Hence, I need to initiate change within myself


You Gotta Get It Right While You Got The Time
It is crucial to rectify matters while there is still opportunity


You Can't Go Alone
One cannot embark on this journey in solitude


Your Mind That Man That Man That Man
Emphasizing the importance of internal reflection and transformation


Oh No
Expressing surprise or concern


No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change
Examine your own actions before enacting transformation


I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
My initial focus for change starts with myself


I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
I urge myself to alter my behavior


And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A
Examine your own actions before enacting transformation


I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
My initial focus for change starts with myself


I'm Asking Him To Change His Ways
I urge myself to alter my behavior


And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make The Change
Examine your own actions before enacting transformation


You Gotta Get It Right While You Got The Time
It is crucial to rectify matters while there is still opportunity


You Can't Go Alone
One cannot embark on this journey in solitude


Your Mind That Man That Man That Man
Emphasizing the importance of internal reflection and transformation


No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change
Examine your own actions before enacting transformation


I'm Starting With The Man In The Mirror
My initial focus for change starts with myself


I'm Asking Him To Change Change
I urge myself to undergo profound transformation


And No Message Could Have Been Any Clearer
There is no communication more explicit than this


If You Wanna Make The World A Better Place
If true improvement is your goal


Take A Look At Yourself And Then Make A Change Change Change
Examine your own actions before enacting profound transformation




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@joyceyip3569

太棒了!👍👍👍

@wilfredtankhoonpheow2605

She is a very talented singer

@AA-tj4xu

捨我其誰!

@zacharykoko1

可以叫 金武林 評論一下嗎

@yex8974

Michael Jackson 的歌很难唱得好听,除非你有天籁的声音

@chenjinda4811

这首歌好难唱,,,

@rockbike

真的厉害(如果没修音的话)

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