Man in the Mirror
Tony Succar Lyrics
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For once in my life
It's gonna feel real good
Gonna make a difference
Gonna make it right
As I turned up the collar on
This wind is blowin' my mind (ah)
I see the kids in the street (ah)
With not enough to eat (ah)
Who am I to be blind
Pretending not to see their needs (ah)
A summer's disregard
Somebodys broken heart
And a one man's 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
(All)
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself and make a change
Woo, woo, woo,
Nanana Nanana Nanaaanaa
ohh
I've been a victim of
A selfish kinda love
It's time that I realize
There are some with no home
Not a nickel to loan
Could it be really 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
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 wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself then make that CHANGE
Eso,
Sacuuuuude
peru,
Starting with the man in the mirror, oh yeah
I'm asking you to change, me to change, the world to change, Yo se que se puede
Por que la malicia, por que la maldad, hay que cambiar, let's stick together
Como decia la cancion, We are the World, We are the Children, ya we got to change the world,
We gotta change yall,
Mind, Man in the mirror, Oh Yea
(I'm asking that he change his ways)
Better Change, Oohh Oohh
You get, cause you're, you're mine, the men, the man, the men, you know, you know, you know, the man
And change, and change, could have been any clearer
If you wanna make the world a better place
Take a look at yourself then make that CHANGE
ohhh,
Nanana Nanana Nanaaanaa Oh yea
Nanana Nanana Nanaaanaa nana
Ya ya ya ya ya,
Ooh lord,
I'm gonna make a change
It's gonna feel real good
Sure mon
(CHANGE)
Just lift yourself peru now
You know, you got to stop it yourself
(Yeah)
Oh
(Make that change)
I gotta make that change today, oh
(Man in the mirror)
You got to, you got to not let yourself, brother oh
(Yeah)
(Make that change)
Gonna make that change, sure mon
(Man in the mirror)
You know it, you know it, you know it, you know
(Change)
Make that change
If you wanna make the world a better place
just a look at yourself then make that CHANGE (repeat)
Baila peru,
Con la mano arriba,
Na na na na na,
Arriba peru
Muchas gracias buenas noches,
Unity,
Muchas gracias buenas noches perú.
The lyrics of "Man In the Mirror" by Tony Succar & Kevin Ceballo are a profound call to action for personal and societal change. The song starts with a declaration of intent to make a change, to finally make a difference and do what is right. This sets the tone for the powerful message that follows.
The singer reflects on the disparity and suffering they witness in the world around them, from children in poverty to those with no home or support. The imagery of a favorite winter coat and the wind blowing their mind symbolize a deep contemplation of the injustices and hardships faced by others. The lyrics emphasize the importance of acknowledging these struggles and not turning a blind eye to them.
The chorus serves as a mantra for self-reflection and transformation. By starting with the man in the mirror, the singer acknowledges that change begins within oneself. The repeated emphasis on looking at oneself and making a change underscores the idea that personal growth and accountability are essential for creating a better world.
The song culminates in a powerful call for unity and collective action. Referencing the need to stick together and change the world, the lyrics echo the sentiment of past anthems like "We are the World." The repetition of the phrase "Make that change" reinforces the urgency and importance of taking responsibility for creating a more just and compassionate society.
In conclusion, "Man In the Mirror" is a song that encourages introspection, empathy, and action. It challenges listeners to confront their own shortcomings and recognize the power they have to make a positive impact on the world. Through its poignant lyrics and soul-stirring melody, the song inspires hope for a future where individuals come together to create lasting change.
Line by Line Meaning
Gunna make a change
I am determined to initiate a positive change
For once in my life
This change will be a unique opportunity
It's gonna feel real good
The impact of this change will be rewarding
Gonna make a difference
I will have a significant impact
Gonna make it right
I will correct what is wrong
As I turned up the collar on
I observed
A favorite winter coat
a familiar situation I am comfortable in
This wind is blowin' my mind (ah)
I am deeply affected by the hardships around me
I see the kids in the street (ah)
I notice the children living in poverty
With not enough to eat (ah)
struggling to have basic necessities
Who am I to be blind
I cannot turn a blind eye to their suffering
Pretending not to see their needs (ah)
I can't ignore their struggles
A summer's disregard
ignoring the problems around us
Somebody's broken heart
the pain of others
And a one man's soul
the individual struggles we face
They follow each other
these issues are interconnected
On the wind ya' know
carried by the circumstances
'Cause they got nowhere to go
due to lack of opportunities
That's why I want you to know
this is why I am sharing this message
I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I am beginning with self-reflection and growth
I'm asking him to change his ways
I am urging myself to improve
And no message could have been any clearer
This advice cannot be more straightforward
If you wanna make the world a better place
To create positive change globally
Take a look at yourself and make a change
Start with self-improvement to influence the world
Nanana Nanana Nanaaanaa
Unity in creating change
I've been a victim of
Facing the consequences of
A selfish kinda love
prioritizing selfish desires
It's time that I realize
I must acknowledge and address
There are some with no home
recognizing those without shelter
Not a nickel to loan
with no financial resources
Could it be really pretending that they're not alone
Are we neglecting their loneliness
A willow deeply scarred
deeply affected by challenges
Somebody's broken heart
experiencing emotional pain
And a washed out dream
lost aspirations
They follow the pattern of the wind ya' see
their lives dictated by external factors
'Cause they got no place to be
due to lack of stability
That's why I'm starting with me
this is why self-improvement is crucial
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett
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