Man in the Mirror
찢옹랑·쌤옹祈 Michael Jackson Lyrics
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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 favorite winter coat
I see the kids in the streets
With not enough to eat
Who am I to be blind?
Pretending not to see their needs
A summer disregard, a broken bottle top
And a one man 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 want to make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
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 the 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 want to 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 his ways
And no message could have been any clearer
If you want to make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make that
Change!
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
(Oh yeah!)
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Better change!)
No message could have been any clearer
If you want to 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 close your, your mind!
(Then you close your, mind!)
That man, that man, that man, that man
With the man in the mirror
(Man in the mirror, oh yeah!)
That man, that man, that man
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Better change!)
No message could have been any clearer
If you want to make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and then make the change
Oh no, no no
I'm gonna make a change
It's gonna feel real good!
Chime on!
(Change)
Just lift yourself
You know
You've got to stop it
Yourself!
(Yeah! Make that change!)
I've got to make that change, today!
Hoo!
(Man in the mirror)
You got to
You got to not let yourself
Brother
Hoo!
(Yeah! Make that change!)
You know, I've got to get
That man, that man
(Man in the mirror)
You've got to move! Chime on!
Chime on!
You got to
Stand up! Stand up! Stand up!
(Yeah! Make that change)
Stand up and lift yourself, now!
(Man in the mirror)
You know it!
You know it!
You know it!
You know it
(Change)
Make that change
The lyrics of Michael Jackson's song "Man In The Mirror" revolve around transforming oneself to impact the world positively. The song starts with the singer expressing his desire to create change and make a difference. He admits to being ignorant of the suffering of the underprivileged people, and vows to make things better. The line "I'm starting with the man in the mirror, I'm asking him to change his ways" means that the singer is starting with himself first before asking anyone else to make similar changes. The bridge of the song highlights how people follow one another even though they lack direction and purpose, and that it's time for people to start making individual changes.
The chorus "If you want to make the world a better place, take a look at yourself, and then make a change" re-emphasizes the power of individuals to bring about change, to use their talents, and change their habits to create a better world. Michael Jackson was known for his charitable acts and humanitarian efforts, and "Man In The Mirror" is one of his most well-known and powerful songs that reflects his feelings on personal responsibility, social action, and accountability.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna make a change
I have decided to bring about a positive transformation in myself and the world around me
For once in my life
After having lived without making an impact, I have finally made up my mind to do something significant
It's gonna feel real good
I am excited about experiencing a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment from this change
Gonna make a difference
I intend to create an effect that will be noticeable and valuable to others
Gonna make it right
I am determined to correct any past mistakes or missteps and do the right thing going forward
As I, turn up the collar on
While I adjust the collar of my winter coat
My favorite winter coat
The particular coat that I enjoy wearing in the winter season
This wind is blowing my mind
A strong gust of wind is causing me to pause and reflect on the world around me
I see the kids in the streets
I am observing children who are living and playing in the streets
With not enough to eat
These same children are not receiving adequate nutrition to sustain them
Who am I to be blind?
I cannot pretend to be unaware of the suffering of others
Pretending not to see their needs
I am unwilling to ignore the needs of others or maintain apathy in the face of societal problems
A summer disregard, a broken bottle top
Items, which in the context of summer, have been forgotten and left behind as garbage
And a one man soul
The essence of one person's humanity or spirit
They follow each other on the wind ya' know
These discarded items move collectively with the force of the wind
'Cause they got nowhere to go
Their trajectory is undefined because no one has taken the initiative to dispose of them properly
That's why I want you to know
I feel so strongly about making a difference that I need you to understand why it matters to me
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I am going to begin this change within myself
I'm asking him to change his ways
I am committed to changing my behavior in order to make a positive impact
And no message could have been any clearer
There is no more straightforward way to convey this message
If you want to make the world a better place
In order to improve the world we live in
Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
Examine yourself and identify ways in which you can take action to create positive change
I've been a victim of a selfish kind of love
I have previously been preoccupied with self-centered priorities and pursuits
It's time that I realize
I need to acknowledge the impact of my actions on others and take responsibility for them
That there are some with no home, not a nickel to loan
There are individuals who are homeless and destitute, with no resources to support themselves
Could it be really me, pretending that they're not alone?
It is possible that I have been ignoring the struggles of these people in order to avoid discomfort or feelings of guilt
A willow deeply scarred, somebody's broken heart
The evidence of pain and trauma caused by past events is visible in the world around us
And a washed-out dream
Optimism can be eroded through difficulties and hardship
They follow the pattern of the wind ya' see
People who are struggling often feel directionless and without purpose
'Cause they got no place to be
These individuals are often displaced and unsupported, struggling to find a sense of belonging
That's why I'm starting with me
I am choosing to take initiative and address these issues in my own capacity
Oh yeah!
Strong affirmation and enthusiasm for this process of change
You gotta get it right, while you got the time
It is crucial to make effective change quickly and efficiently, before time runs out
You can't close your, your mind!
It is essential to remain aware and invested in the issues around us
That man, that man, that man, that man
Referring repeatedly to the man that he sees in the mirror, emphasizing the importance of taking personal responsibility
With the man in the mirror
Continuing to draw focus to personal accountability for creating change
I'm asking him to change his ways
Encouraging personal reflection and a change in behavior
Yourself!
Stressing the importance of taking personal initiative in order to create positive impact
(Yeah! Make that change!)
Urging action and movement towards positive change
Brother
Addressing the listener as an ally in creating change
You know it!
Affirming that the listener already understands the importance of this message
Chime on!
Continuing to urge action and participation
Stand up! Stand up! Stand up!
Encouraging the listener to engage wholeheartedly in this process
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SIEDAH GARRETT, GLEN BALLARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jahfireuniversal11
But you'll never find happiness
Unless
Ya find it in yourself 1st
Always searching for Love outside
And when you think it's it then your bubble burst
Feeling cursed
Or maybe worst
Spirit the nurse
The doctor
Even at the lowest point still got ya
Look
See
Still breathing
Still receiving
The Love of The Most High
Sigh
Sigh
Please
Just look inside
Yea at times a rollercoaster ride
But away with foolish pride
Let The Divine within be your guide
Love is infinite
And never leaves
Ourselves we spite
With wants n needs
Sewing seeds
Of destruction
Negativity & corruption
Here comes the eruption
Whirlwind
Spiritual volcano
Spewing up out to through
Everyting iNna this flow
Funny not funny
We already know
And still choose to blow
Malice n hate
Argument n debate
Haaahaaaaaa
It is hilarious
Cos all must be
And we
Learn from tasting da dust
Biting da dust
From the bottom we're thrust
Trust
Spirit always reminding
Breaking n grinding
To help us be finding
The 1ne true Love
That lives n remains in the essence of
Every1ne n everyting that does be
Find yourself n find the ultimate key
Bathing in the beauty
The tranquility
At peace with self brings peace with everybody
So what's it all about
I'll buy you gifts today n say
I Love you
Hmmm
I'll Love you more
For every moment you endure
My slips my slides
My ego n pride
Thank you
For accepting me for who what I am
What a beautyfilled feeling stretching forth ma hand
Let ma light shine
I am Divine
Bending perception of mind
To align
That which is to be aligned
Every1ne remember yes
Remember you're blessed
Partner no partner
It's on you to manifest
Your desires
Your dreams
Choose misery n worry or choose streams of infinite beams
Laugh
Smile
Give thanx
Appreciate
And I promise your Love will multiply n create
A beautyfilled feeling inside
A place of appreciation n contentment maybe even the perfect husband or bride
@OmegaBlakX
This is definitely a song we need to hear today.
@KH-rh1dc
Right on brother
@Exodus-sb8so
The video is better than the song and the only answer I have for that is bc every great man who fought for us was shot dead bc peace is free and war is good and expensive go back and look at MLK eyes and JFK they could have been our future
@OmegaBlakX
@@Exodus-sb8so It almost makes you wonder if they were around, how much better along would we be? A message of love and peace versus a country further divided by hate. I'd rather take the peace
@Exodus-sb8so
@@OmegaBlakX Jesus died at 33 with a message of love that took our true king and nailed him to a cross bc of a lack of faith. They wanted him to come down off his cross and show his true self. The part that is scary is they didn't understand the simple fact that he was there to die to save there lives. Love and peace will never win until Jesus fixes it not MLK not JFK and not Trump. There is no-one who can successfully fix this world except Jesus yet that doesn't mean that men are not put here to be like Christ or atleast peace seeking individuals remember blessed is the peace keeper, but the thing about peace is that it comes with a cost
@babiatch
Every day
@smokey8755
yes
@KARKATELCESARENVIADODESA-pv4yd
"MAN IN ZA MIRROR!"
-Illuso
@clem9239
smokey yes
@joemuis23
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2019/mar/26/michael-jackson-abuse-abuser-sexual with his backstory its even more poignant. people turn to art to express what they can't do themselves.