Mirrorball
Blur Lyrics


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Mirrorball on a Jordan train
I was under sea, then I forget
I did nothing

Ocean park, where the sea goes crying
I remember flying reckless
I was there
So before you log out
Oh, boat stream
Hold close to me

I'll be back, when December comes
All the barriers of green fall down
Where is everything

Oh, mirrorball, you're spinning out to sea
Think I found you in the temple square
Under a wretched dream

So cry your eyes out
Oh, close to me
Hold close to me!

So cry my eyes out
Oh, close to me
Hold close to me!




Hold close to me!
Hold close to me!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Blur's "Mirrorball" are imbued with a sense of nostalgia and loss. The singer seems to recount memories of a past trip or experience, which has left a lasting impression on them. The opening line, "Mirrorball on a Jordan train," could be interpreted as an allusion to the dazzling and fleeting nature of life, much like a mirrorball at a party. The next line shows the singer feeling lost and overwhelmed in this experience, perhaps hinting at a mental struggle. The third line, "I did nothing," could be their retrospective self-criticism, where they regret not having done more in that moment.


The middle section of the song talks about Ocean Park and how the sea goes crying there. This could be a metaphorical representation of the overwhelming emotions the singer was feeling on this trip. They reminisce about flying recklessly, evoking a sense of freedom and abandon which may have been the highlight of the experience for them. As the section draws to a close, they call out to a companion to hold close to them, perhaps finding solace in the comfort of others, amidst the tumultuous waves of emotion.


Line by Line Meaning

Mirrorball on a Jordan train
I saw my reflection on a disco ball while on a train in Jordan


I was under sea, then I forget
I was drowning in overwhelming emotions, but then I blocked it out


I did nothing
I didn't take any action to change my situation


Ocean park, where the sea goes crying
A place by the ocean where I hear the sound of waves crashing


I remember flying reckless
I recall acting impulsively without consideration of the consequences


I was there
I was present in that moment


So before you log out
Before you leave or disconnect from me


Oh, boat stream
The flowing water symbolizing the passage of time


Hold close to me
Stay near me for comfort and safety


I'll be back, when December comes
I'll return when the year is nearing its end


All the barriers of green fall down
The physical and mental obstacles that have held me back begin to disappear


Where is everything
I'm searching for my purpose and meaning in life


Oh, mirrorball, you're spinning out to sea
The glittering disco ball is reflecting its light towards the ocean


Think I found you in the temple square
I believe I encountered you in a sacred and peaceful place


Under a wretched dream
Beneath a terrible nightmare


So cry your eyes out
Express your emotions and release your tears


Oh, close to me
Stay by my side


Hold close to me!
I need you to hold onto me


So cry my eyes out
I'll let myself break down and cry


Oh, close to me
I need someone to comfort me


Hold close to me!
Please don't let go of me


Hold close to me!
I need your physical and emotional support




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Damon Albarn, David Rowntree, Graham Coxon, Steven Alexander James

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