The Mirror
Raul Midon Lyrics
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They say I'm no longer what you're looking for
All your so-called friends are just means to an end
You're losing the battle to win a war
But I'm holding up a mirror
Do you like what you see?
Cuz I'm holding up a mirror
Raw ambition is a mother, though
It can steal away your heart and soul
Make you sell out the people that you used to know
So you can get to the place where you think you wanna go
But I'm holding up a mirror
Do you like what you see?
Cuz I'm holding up a mirror
So you can see what you look like to me
Now I have been down the road you're on
Craving fortune and fame
A shooting star, then the moment's gone
And everyone forgets your name
Forget it, forget it
A lesson lived is a lesson learned
Music suffers as the system turns
Your heartfelt expression into a deal for a fee
But you better keep it coming
Cuz they get it all for free
And I'm holding up a mirror
Do you like what you see?
Yes, I'm holding up a mirror
So you can see what you look like to me
Yes, I'm holding up a mirror
Do you like what you see?
Now I'm holding up a mirror
So you can see what you look like to me
The lyrics to Raul Midon's song "The Mirror" reflect on the themes of self-awareness, ambition, and the consequences of pursuing fame and fortune. The song begins by addressing someone who believes they no longer need the singer and has surrounded themselves with superficial friendships that serve their own purposes. The line "You're losing the battle to win a war" suggests that in the pursuit of their goals, they have lost sight of what truly matters.
The chorus "But I'm holding up a mirror, Do you like what you see?" emphasizes the role of the singer as a reflection of truth. They hold up a mirror to the person's actions and choices, asking if they are comfortable with the image they project. This line can also be interpreted as a challenge to the person's values and integrity.
The next verse highlights the consequences of unbridled ambition, warning that it can lead to the loss of one's heart and soul. The person may end up betraying the people they once knew in order to reach their desired destination. The line "Make you sell out the people that you used to know" suggests a sacrifice of genuine relationships for personal gain.
The bridge reveals the singer's personal experience, having traveled down the same path of craving fortune and fame. The reference to being a "shooting star" whose moment fades and is forgotten speaks to the fleeting nature of success and the fickle attention of the public. It implies that the pursuit of fame may not bring lasting fulfillment or recognition.
The final verse comments on the state of the music industry, where heartfelt expression is often commodified and turned into a product for profit. The line "But you better keep it coming, Cuz they get it all for free" alludes to the expectation for artists to constantly produce while facing challenges of being undervalued and underpaid. Despite these challenges, the singer continues to hold up the mirror, urging the person to see themselves as they truly are.
Overall, "The Mirror" invites self-reflection and prompts the listener to consider the consequences of their actions and the integrity of their pursuits.
Line by Line Meaning
So you think you don't need me anymore
You believe that you have surpassed the need for my presence in your life
They say I'm no longer what you're looking for
Others claim that I no longer align with your desires and preferences
All your so-called friends are just means to an end
Your supposed friends are merely tools for achieving your goals
You're losing the battle to win a war
In your pursuit of victory in a greater conflict, you are currently facing defeat
But I'm holding up a mirror
However, I am presenting you with a reflection
Do you like what you see?
Are you satisfied with the image that is being reflected back at you?
Cuz I'm holding up a mirror
As I am continuing to show you this reflection
So you can see what you look like to me
Allowing you to perceive how your actions and behavior appear in my eyes
Raw ambition is a mother, though
Unadulterated ambition is a powerful force
It can steal away your heart and soul
It has the ability to deprive you of your passion and essence
Make you sell out the people that you used to know
Compelling you to betray the individuals you were once familiar with
So you can get to the place where you think you wanna go
So that you can reach the destination that you believe will fulfill your desires
Now I have been down the road you're on
I have previously experienced the path you are currently traveling
Craving fortune and fame
Longing for wealth and recognition
A shooting star, then the moment's gone
Similar to a fleeting shooting star, success is transient
And everyone forgets your name
Society quickly disregards your identity
A lesson lived is a lesson learned
The knowledge gained from personal experiences is valuable
Music suffers as the system turns
The music industry endures negative consequences due to the actions of the system
Your heartfelt expression into a deal for a fee
Your sincere artistic expression is transformed into a business transaction
But you better keep it coming
Nevertheless, you must continue producing it
Cuz they get it all for free
As they receive it all without paying any cost
Yes, I'm holding up a mirror
Indeed, I am still presenting you with the reflection
Now I'm holding up a mirror
Currently, I am continuing to show you this reflection
So you can see what you look like to me
Enabling you to perceive how your actions and behavior appear in my eyes
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Raul Sterling Midon
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