I'll Be Your Mirror
The Velvet Undeground And Nico Lyrics
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Reflect what you are, in case you don't know
I'll be the wind, the rain and the sunset
The light on your door to show that you're home
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Cause I see you
I find it hard to believe you don't know
The beauty that you are
But if you don't let me be your eyes
A hand in your darkness, so you won't be afraid
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
Cause I see you
I'll be your mirror
"I'll Be Your Mirror" is a touching ballad that conveys a sense of empathy and love. The song is like a conversation between two lovers, where one offers to reflect the other's true self and provide support and understanding. The opening line, "I'll be your mirror, reflect what you are, in case you don't know," sets the tone of the song. The singer offers to be a reflection of her partner, to show him who he really is, and to help him see himself with clarity.
The song goes on to describe the singer's willingness to be a source of comfort and protection for her partner. She offers to be the wind, the rain, and the light that guides him home. The lyrics also suggest that the partner feels lost and confused, and the singer offers to be his guide, to show him the way when he is blinded by his own despair.
The song is about unconditional love and acceptance, and it encourages the listener to see themselves through the eyes of someone who loves them. It tells the listener that they are beautiful the way they are, and that they should not be afraid to embrace their true selves.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be your mirror
I will reflect back to you exactly what you show me.
Reflect what you are, in case you don't know
I will show you your true self, in case you are not aware.
I'll be the wind, the rain and the sunset
I'll be anything you need, any force of nature that makes you happy, including the warmth of the sunset.
The light on your door to show that you're home
I'll guide you home, so you never feel lost or lonely in the dark.
When you think the night has seen your mind
When you're feeling lost in the darkness of your thoughts,
That inside you're twisted and unkind
And you feel like you're a bad person,
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Let me show you reality, because your perception is distorted by your emotions.
Please put down your hands
Please don't hide from me or push me away.
Cause I see you
Because I know the real you, and I still accept you.
I find it hard to believe you don't know
I am amazed that you are not aware of your own beauty.
The beauty that you are
Your inner and outer beauty is something to cherish.
But if you don't let me be your eyes
But you won't be able to see it unless you allow me to show you.
A hand in your darkness, so you won't be afraid
I will offer you comfort and guidance when you are feeling lost and scared.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LOU REED
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@MariaDiazskn
I'll be your mirror
Reflect what you are, in case you don't know
I'll be the wind, the rain and the sunset
The light on your door to show that you're home
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you
I find it hard to believe you don't know
The beauty that you are
But if you don't let me be your eyes
A hand in your darkness, so you won't be afraid
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you
I'll be your mirror
@54markl
Simply one of the greatest songs ever written. Lou has a lot of those.
@ohiocigarguy
gives me the chills... so good. RIP Nico
@jamsee1
The Primitives did an excellent cover of this great song. Beautified 1960s at it's very finest... this is how music sounds so magical from the depths of despair felt from a lover or another you like ♥
@andrewhilyer4179
she slipped away in the rain
@carmaj156
Magical...
@MariaDiazskn
I'll be your mirror
Reflect what you are, in case you don't know
I'll be the wind, the rain and the sunset
The light on your door to show that you're home
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you
I find it hard to believe you don't know
The beauty that you are
But if you don't let me be your eyes
A hand in your darkness, so you won't be afraid
When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you
I'll be your mirror
@54markl
One of the greatest songs written by anyone at all, Bar None! Beatles quality.
@carl_anderson9315
Thank you for mentioning my favorite band.
@satyros2
THX
@themacocko6311
Stupid question maybe but what is the connection with Andy Warhol?