Mirror
Fax Gang Lyrics
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Nothing left to do but break up the monotony
Voices in my head, convening like a colony
Everything I take into me is a part of me
No I never stay the same I'm changing constantly
Moving forward, nothing backward like the pawn in me
Empty head, take my thoughts like it's a robbery
What I put behind me, never know the quantity
Even though you've always acted kinda reticent
I wanna be a better person, be benevolent
Think I'll only get to do that if I'm genuine
Take a pill that makes it better, take my medicine
Sleep too much and I don't even take a sedative
Break me cause I'm delicate, get into my element
Stare into my eyes, even if I'm feeling hesitant
Looking in the mirror, in the mirror, in the mirror, and I ask, has it always been this way
I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, no I've never been a saint
Yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter and I can't wash out that taste
I'll consider I'll consider I'll consider if I want to see my face
In the mirror, in the mirror, in the mirror, and I ask, has it always been this way
I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, no I've never been a saint
Yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter and I can't wash out that taste
I'll consider I'll consider I'll consider if I want to see my face
Fax Gang's song "Mirror" explores the idea of self-reflection and the constant evolution of oneself. In the first verse, the lyrics describe the singer's attempt to break free from monotony and find their true self. They struggle with the voices in their head that are like a colony, constantly convening and influencing their thoughts. The singer acknowledges that everything they take in becomes a part of them, and they are constantly changing. However, they emphasize the importance of moving forward and never looking backward. The second half of the verse addresses the singer's desire to be a better person, but they struggle with the idea of authenticity. They want to take steps towards self-improvement, but they don't want to do it for anyone else's benefit but their own, a struggle that many of us can relate to. The chorus repeats the phrase "In the mirror, in the mirror, in the mirror", emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and questioning if they have always been the same, or if they have changed. They acknowledge that they are a sinner, bitter and have never been a saint, indicating that self-improvement isn't always easy and may involve confronting one's flaws. The repetition of the phrase "I'll consider if I want to see my face" in the chorus shows the singer's hesitance to confront their true self and how it may be difficult to face the reality of who they really are.
Line by Line Meaning
Staring right into the eyes that are in front of me
I am looking directly at the person or situation in front of me, not avoiding it.
Nothing left to do but break up the monotony
There is no remaining action to be taken but to disrupt the dull and repetitive nature of things.
Voices in my head, convening like a colony
My thoughts are coming together like a group of insects to form a collective voice in my mind.
Everything I take into me is a part of me
Every experience, thought, or feeling that I internalize becomes a part of who I am as a person.
No I never stay the same I'm changing constantly
I am constantly evolving and changing as a person, never remaining stagnant in my ways.
Moving forward, nothing backward like the pawn in me
I am always looking ahead and progressing, never regressing or moving backwards like a chess piece.
Empty head, take my thoughts like it's a robbery
My mind is empty, ready to be filled with new thoughts and experiences, but it can feel like a violation or theft when they are taken from me without my consent.
What I put behind me, never know the quantity
I never truly know how much of my past I have left behind and how much still lingers within me.
I've been living for your favor, for your benefit
I have been prioritizing the needs and wants of someone else over my own in order to gain their approval or support.
Even though you've always acted kinda reticent
Despite the fact that you have always been reserved or hesitant in your actions or words towards me.
I wanna be a better person, be benevolent
I desire to improve myself as a human being and be more compassionate and generous towards others.
Think I'll only get to do that if I'm genuine
I believe that the only way for me to truly become a better person is to be authentic and true to myself.
Take a pill that makes it better, take my medicine
I want to find a quick and easy solution to numb the pain or discomfort I am feeling, but I know that it is not always the best option.
Sleep too much and I don't even take a sedative
I am oversleeping without the use of any medication to help me relax or fall asleep.
Break me cause I'm delicate, get into my element
I am fragile and easily broken, but when I am in my comfort zone or surroundings, I am at my best and most confident.
Stare into my eyes, even if I'm feeling hesitant
Look at me directly, despite any hesitance or discomfort I may be feeling.
Looking in the mirror, in the mirror, in the mirror, and I ask, has it always been this way
I am gazing at my reflection and questioning if things have always been the way they currently are for me.
I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, I'm a sinner, no I've never been a saint
I acknowledge that I have made mistakes and done wrong in my life, and do not pretend to be perfect or flawless.
Yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter, yeah I'm bitter and I can't wash out that taste
I am resentful and angry about something, and cannot seem to let go of those negative feelings.
I'll consider I'll consider I'll consider if I want to see my face
I am contemplating whether or not I want to truly examine myself and confront my flaws and imperfections in the mirror.
Writer(s): Antonio Francisco Mercado
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