Man in the Mirror
Maxi Dancer Lyrics
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For once I'm 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
(If you want to make the world a better place)
Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
(Take a look at yourself, and then make a change)
(Na na na, na na na, na na, na nah)
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
(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
(Starting with me!)
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
(Ooh!)
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Ooh!)
And no message could have been any clearer
If you want to make the world a better place
(If you want to make the world a better place)
Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
(Take a look at yourself, and then make a change)
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
(Ooh!)
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Change his ways, ooh!)
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
(Take a look at yourself and then make that)
Change!
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
(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)
('Cause when you close your heart)
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!)
You know, that man
No message could have been any clearer
If you want to make the world a better place
(If you want to make the world a better place)
Take a look at yourself and then make the change
(Take a look at yourself and then make the change)
Hoo! Hoo! Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!
Na na na, na na na, na na, na nah
(Ooh)
Oh no, no no
I'm gonna make a change
It's gonna feel real good!
Come 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
You've got to move! Come on!
Come on!
You got to
Stand up! Stand up! Stand up!
(Yeah! Make that change)
Stand up and lift yourself, now!
(Man in the mirror)
Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!
Aw!
(Yeah! Make that change!)
Gonna make that change
Come on!
You know it!
You know it!
You know it!
You know it
(Change)
Make that change.
The lyrics of the song "Man in the Mirror" by Maxi Dancer are a call for personal responsibility and action in making the world a better place. The singer recognizes that he has been selfish in his love and asks himself to change his ways by first acknowledging the needs of others, particularly those who lack basic necessities such as food and shelter. Instead of pretending not to see people's needs, the singer wants to take initiative to make a change in himself, then spreading that positive change to others. He emphasizes that each person has the power to make a difference in the world if they start by looking within themselves.
The use of the metaphorical "man in the mirror" emphasizes the idea of self-reflection and personal growth. The singer urges listeners to take a look at themselves, their actions, and their beliefs, and to be willing to make changes for the better of themselves and the world. The repeated phrase "make that change" serves as a motivating chorus that encourages action. Overall, the song is a powerful call to action for personal growth and responsibility, as well as a reminder that individual actions can have a positive impact on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna make a change,
I have decided to make a change in my life.
For once I'm my life
This is the first time I am doing this.
It's gonna feel real good,
I anticipate feeling happy and fulfilled.
Gonna make a difference
I aim to create a positive impact.
Gonna make it right
I intend to correct my previous mistakes.
As I, turn up the collar on
My favorite winter coat
This wind is blowing my mind
I am experiencing a moment of reflection as I bundle up against the cold wind.
I see the kids in the streets,
With not enough to eat
Who am I to be blind?
I notice the poverty and hunger around me and cannot ignore it.
Pretending not to see their needs
I can no longer feign ignorance of the struggles of those around me.
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
The broken and forgotten struggle to survive and follow each other with no clear direction or hope.
That's why I want you to know
I need to share my conviction with others.
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I am initiating change within myself.
I'm asking him to change his ways
I am demanding self-improvement and growth from myself.
And no message could have been any clearer
My intentions are pure and unwavering.
Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
I urge everyone to take responsibility for their actions and make positive changes.
I've been a victim of a selfish kind of love
It's time that I realize
I have indulged in selfish behavior in the past and must acknowledge it in order to improve.
That there are some with no home, not a nickel to loan
Could it be really me, pretending that they're not alone?
I question whether I have ignored the plight of those less fortunate than myself.
A willow deeply scarred, somebody's broken heart
And a washed-out dream
(Washed-out dream)
I recognize the pain and shattered dreams of others.
They follow the pattern of the wind ya' see
'Cause they got no place to be
That's why I'm starting with me
The hopeless follow the wind's direction, and thus I need to create a positive change within myself to help them.
No message could have been any clearer
If you want to make the world a better place
I am certain that my message of self-improvement is the key to bettering the world.
(Man in the mirror, oh yeah!)
That man, that man, that man,
I'm asking him to change his ways
(Better change!)
I am speaking directly to myself and demanding change.
(You gotta get it right, while you got the time)
('Cause when you close your heart)
You can't close your, your mind!
It is imperative to act now while opportunities exist.
(Then you close your, mind!)
Come on!
(Hoo! Hoo! Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!)
Na na na, na na na, na na, na nah
I urge people to open their hearts and minds and take action.
I'm gonna make a change
It's gonna feel real good!
Come on!
(Change)
I will make a positive change, and it will feel rewarding.
Just lift yourself
You know
You've got to stop it,
Yourself!
Self-reflection and personal accountability are necessary for self-improvement.
(Yeah! Make that change!)
You know I've got to get
That man, that man
(Man in the mirror)
I need to be the man I want to see in the world.
You've got to
You've got to move! Come on!
Come on!
You got to
Stand up! Stand up! Stand up!
I urge others to take action and move forward.
(Yeah! Make that change)
Stand up and lift yourself, now!
(Man in the mirror)
I encourage people to stand up, take responsibility, and create positive change.
Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!
Aw!
(Yeah! Make that change!)
Gonna make that change
I express my determination to create a positive change.
You know it!
You know it!
You know it!
You know it
(Change)
Make that change.
I reinforce that self-improvement is necessary and a positive step forward for the world.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett
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