The Mirror
Gerard Butler & Emma Rossum Lyrics
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Insolent boy
This slave of fashion
Basking in your glory
Ignorant fool
This brave yought suitor
Sharing in my triumph
Angel I hear you
Speak, I listen
Stay by my side
Guide me
Angel, my soul
Was weak
Forgive me
Enter at last, master
Phantom:
Flattering child
You shall know me
See why in shadow I hide
Look at your face
In the mirror
I am there inside
Christine:
Angel of music
Guide and guardian
Grant to me your glory
Angel of music
Hide no longer
Come to me
Strange angel
Phantom:
I am your angel of music
Come to me angel of music
I am your angel of music
Come to me angel of music
The lyrics to "The Mirror," performed by Gerard Butler and Emmy Rossum in the Phantom of the Opera, depict a dialogue between the Phantom and Christine. The Phantom refers to himself as an insolent boy and a slave of fashion, highlighting his own arrogance while acknowledging Christine's admiration. He sees himself as a triumphant figure, while considering Christine an ignorant fool for falling for his charms.
Christine, on the other hand, addresses the Phantom as an angel, listening to his words and seeking his guidance. She pleads for his forgiveness, acknowledging her weak soul. She welcomes him as her master, willing to let him enter her life.
The dynamic between the Phantom and Christine is complex and layered. The Phantom, hidden in the shadows, explains that Christine will truly know him and understand why he hides when she looks at herself in the mirror. This suggests that she will see his influence and presence reflected in her own face and soul.
The Phantom is portrayed as the Angel of Music, guiding and guarding Christine. He urges her to embrace his glory and not to hide from him any longer. The song ends with him proclaiming to be her angel of music, inviting her to come to him.
Overall, "The Mirror" showcases the Phantom's manipulative nature and the allure he possesses over Christine. It explores themes of obsession, power dynamics, and the complexity of relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Insolent boy
You arrogant and disrespectful boy
This slave of fashion
You are controlled by the whims of trends and appearances
Basking in your glory
You revel in your own accomplishments and adoration
Ignorant fool
You are foolishly unaware of the truth
This brave youth suitor
You bravely pursue love and romance
Sharing in my triumph
But you are unknowingly experiencing the same victory as me
Angel I hear you
Angel, I can hear your voice
Speak, I listen
Say your words, I am listening attentively
Stay by my side
Remain with me, never leave my presence
Guide me
Lead and direct me in the right path
Angel, my soul
Oh angel, my inner being
Was weak
Was feeble and vulnerable
Forgive me
Please grant me forgiveness
Enter at last, master
Finally come into my life, my master
Flattering child
You naive and easily pleased young one
You shall know me
You will come to truly understand who I am
See why in shadow I hide
Witness the reasons behind my concealed existence
Look at your face
Observe your own reflection
In the mirror
Within the reflective surface
I am there inside
I exist and reside within you
Angel of music
The divine being who guides and inspires through music
Guide and guardian
The one who leads and protects
Grant to me your glory
Bestow upon me your magnificent talent and radiance
Hide no longer
Reveal yourself and be seen openly
Come to me
Approach me and join my presence
Strange angel
A peculiar and enigmatic heavenly being
I am your angel of music
I am the one who guides and uplifts your musical journey
Come to me angel of music
Join me, divine messenger of music
I am your angel of music
I am the one who inspires and directs your musical path
Come to me angel of music
Approach me, celestial emissary of music
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[Phantom's Voice]
Insolent boy!
This slave of fashion
Basking in your glory!
Ignorant fool!
This brave young suitor
Sharing in my triumph!
[Christine]
Angel, I hear you!
Speak I listen...
Stay by my side, guide me
Angel, my soul was weak forgive me...
Enter at last, Master!
[Phantom's Voice]
Flattering child, you shall know me
See why in shadow I hide
Look at your face in the mirror
I am there inside!
[Christine]
Angel of Music!
Guide and guardian
Grant to me your glory
Angel of Music
Hide no longer
Come to me, strange angel...
[Phantom's Voice]
I am your Angel ...of music
Come to me Angel of Music...
I am your Angel ...of music
Come to me Angel of Music...
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There are dozens of stage performances that were far superior to the travesty that was the movie. The only good part about the movie was Emmy’s “Wishing”
@Abigail-ly7fr
When the Phantom sings "I am there inside", I get goosebumps EVERY TIME. His voice is so raw and powerful, yet mesmerizing. idk man...it just does something to me.
@slowkingyt6288
Abigail W Probably my favorite part, along with him on the roof after his heart gets broken and he yells
@twentyneaddicts3127
1:13
@lexiwahl2445
Same!!! I 100% agree with u
@andreaasancheez9305
Abigail SAMEEE
@galileahsanchez2165
SAME!
@ximenacabello1021
When he says "flattering child, you shall know me" UFFF IN LOVE
@newcreationstudios
Sammeee that's my favorite part
@blacky93able
I have a theory, she's not just mesmerized by his singing and paternal voice, I think the "fake fog" is a powerful hallucinogen (how else do chandeliers look like waving arms?)
What do you think?
@julesc_bubblegum
Gerry is and always will be my #1 Phantom. Some people might think his voice is too loud or forced, but I think that his voice produces a raw texture that the Phantom should have considering he taught himself how to sing. It also sounds really mesmerizing and entrancing, especially for a guy that has never sung before. #TEAMPHANTOM