Man in the Mirror
Camila Cabello & Zedd Lyrics

I'm gonna make a change for once in my life
I am determined to bring about a transformation, a positive shift in my actions and behavior

It's gonna feel real good
The outcome of this change will provide a genuine sense of satisfaction and well-being

Gonna make a difference, gonna make it right
I am committed to making a notable impact, rectifying any wrongs and doing what is morally correct

As I turned up the collar on my favorite winter coat
In the face of adversity, I gather strength and fortitude, symbolized by adjusting my clothing

This wind is blowin' my mind
The current state of the world and its issues deeply affect and overwhelm me

I see the kids in the street
I am aware of the disadvantaged children living on the streets

With not enough to eat who am I to be blind
Given their lack of basic necessities like food, it would be ignorant of me to turn a blind eye and not take action

Pretending not to see their needs
By willfully ignoring their needs, I am complicit and dishonest in the face of their suffering

A summer's disregard, a broken bottle top
The disregard and negligence exhibited during the carefree summer season are represented by a broken bottle top

And a one man's soul
The essence and spirit of a single individual affected by these societal issues

They follow each other on the wind, ya know
These problems persist and persistently affect others, passing from one person to another like a gust of wind

'Cause they got nowhere to go
The lack of resources and opportunities leaves them trapped without any feasible options

That's why I want you to know
It is important for you to understand and be aware of the rationale behind my actions

I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I have decided to begin my efforts by personally examining and changing my own thoughts, behavior, and values

I'm asking him to change his ways
I am requesting and urging myself to alter my current course of action and adopt new, more compassionate ways

And no message could have been any clearer
There could not possibly be a more direct or evident message to convey the importance of this change

If you wanna make the world a better place
If you genuinely desire to improve the state of the world and create positive impact

Take a look at yourself and
Reflect on your own actions, attitudes, and beliefs

Then make a change
Subsequently, implement the necessary transformations within yourself

I've been a victim of a selfish kinda love
I have experienced and fallen into a self-centered, egotistical form of affection

It's time that I realize
Now is the moment for me to fully comprehend and acknowledge this fact

There are some with no home
Many individuals exist without a place to call home and seek refuge

Not a nickel to loan
These individuals lack even the smallest amount of money to borrow

Could it be really me pretending
Is it possible that I have been deceitfully pretending to be unaware of their plight?

That they're not alone
Despite their dire circumstances, it is crucial to remind them that they are not abandoned and without support

A willow deeply scarred
A weakened and damaged willow tree serves as a metaphor for the deep emotional wounds inflicted on others

Somebody's broken heart
The pain and sorrow felt by someone whose heart has been shattered

And a washed out dream
A once vibrant and hopeful dream has faded away and lost its luster

They follow the pattern of the wind, ya see
These individuals, much like the wind, adhere to a predictable course dictated by their circumstances

'Cause they got no place to be
Their lack of a secure place to belong forces them into a state of constant displacement

That's why I'm starting with me
Hence, my decision to begin my efforts towards change by introspecting, self-assessing, and altering my own actions