Mirrors
Wale; Bun B Lyrics

Mm-mirror tell me I'm the realest
Asking the mirror to affirm that he is the most genuine and authentic rapper in the game.

Since all these other niggas g-g-gimmicks l-l-lyrics
Believing that other rappers rely on deception and shallow lyrics to present themselves as genuine.

Its all gun bustin, its such a lack of the subject.
Observing that contemporary rap often contains violent and superficial content that detracts from more meaningful messages.

C-could I be that nigga rejuvinatin' l-lovers
Wondering if he might be the one to revive and elevate the genre of love songs in hip-hop.

D-d-d-did I stutter the missing piece of the puzzle
Asserting that there is something unique and valuable that he contributes to the rap scene.

Feel like the only rapper that look at you with no trouble
Feeling confident in his ability to maintain eye contact with others without any aggressive or confrontational energy.

Its easy on TV make them believe what they be seeing
Recognizing the power of media to create illusions and manipulate perceptions of reality.

M-mirrors never lie so they keep eyes up on they re-runs
Acknowledging that mirrors always reflect the truth, so people are often hesitant to look at them or rely on repeated visual feedback.

For fear of what you show them, reality is golden
Explaining that people value the idealized versions of themselves that they construct, and fear facing the reality of their flaws and imperfections.

Real recognize real, you need some IV's to be noticed tho
Asserting that authentic people can recognize others who are also genuine, but that sometimes people need to take extreme measures (like intravenous therapy) to get recognition in the industry.

One of the coldest to mix pro-tools with your vocals
Boasting about his ability to use advanced audio software to enhance his vocal performance and create a superior product.

What the fans can't see that mm-mirror gon' notice back
Suggesting that fans might not be able to detect subtle flaws or inconsistencies in a performance, but that a mirror will reflect them back instantly.

Mirror mirror on the wall, who the realest of them all
Quoting the famous line from Snow White to ask the mirror who the most genuine and authentic rapper is.

That ain't hard, swear to God. These niggas ain't real at all
Confidently asserting that none of the other rappers on the scene are authentic or genuine.

Mirror mirror on the wall, Is it right, is it wrong?
Asking the mirror a more philosophical question about the nature of right and wrong in the rap game.

Say there Mr. Mirror, put yourself up to yourself and in
Taking a more direct and confrontational approach to questioning the mirror's validity and accuracy.

Just take a look at the reflection that's reflectin' in
Encouraging the mirror to really consider and analyze the image it reflects.

Your own physical, superficial not spiritual
Noting that the mirror can only reflect physical appearance, not deeper spiritual or emotional qualities.

All the possessions you possess, and they can't keep your spirit full
Pointing out that material possessions are ultimately unfulfilling and can't nourish the soul.

You need to hear it fool, but you dont want to listen 'cause
Urging the mirror to take his words seriously, even though the mirror might be resistant or defensive.

You so f-full of your-s-self and you just sit and judge
Accusing the mirror of being too self-absorbed and judgmental to recognize the truth about himself.

You point em out, and call em up, and then s-sit em down
Describing the mirror's strategy of identifying flaws in others and then mocking or criticizing them.

Then you put fertilizer, lyin', spread the shit around
Accusing the mirror of using deception and exaggeration to amplify the flaws of others.

But if you took a second Mr. Mirror, you would see
Encouraging the mirror to take a closer and more honest look at himself.

That you just mad at you man, you aint really mad at me
Revealing that the mirror's anger and criticism of others is actually a projection of his own self-hatred and insecurity.

You took the hatred of yourself and just projected out
Explaining that the mirror's flaws and insecurities are what motivate him to criticize others.

No disrespect, you can't respect yourself then just get out
Suggesting that it's impossible to maintain credibility in the rap game if you don't have a strong sense of self-respect and authenticity.

For real, you need to go away just like the rain song
Advising the mirror to take a break from the game for a while, to reflect and work on his own personal growth.

'Cause you f-frontin' and f-fakin' its just plain wrong
Calling out the mirror's tendency to pretend to be something he's not and deceive people about his true character.

So Mr. Mirror, man I'm just gon' keep it G
Addressing the mirror in a honest and straightforward manner (keeping it 'G' means keeping it genuinely authentic).

If you can't look up at yourself, How the fuck you lookin' at me, mane.
Pointing out that the mirror needs to focus on himself and his own authenticity before he can accurately judge or criticize others.

M-m-mirror, t-t-tell me she the realest.
Returning to the theme of authenticity and asking the mirror to affirm the realness of a particular woman.

I met her in the club and she wouldn't let me in it
Recalling a specific encounter with this woman, where he tried to enter a club with her but was denied for some reason.

S-seen her in a video, seen her in a magazine
Noting that he has also seen this woman featured in various media outlets, but is still unsure about her authenticity.

See me I ain't frontin', we ain't see them titties last week
Asserting that he himself is authentic and genuine, and therefore can recognize when others are not being truthful.

So far you nasty, ff-fuck you call that?
Accusing the woman of being sleazy or promiscuous, and questioning how anyone could mistake that for authenticity.

I call that insecure, sh-sh-shawty think she all that.
Explaining that he sees the woman's provocative behavior as a sign of insecurity and overcompensation for her lack of authenticity.

Ff-fuck outta here, that's how they gettin' gas
Rejecting the idea that provocative behavior and inauthenticity are what it takes to make it big in the rap game.

'09 Gold Diggers, walkin' with a different path
Suggesting that there are other ways to be successful in the rap game without resorting to fakery or deception, and referencing Kanye West's song 'Gold Digger.'

Find a dummy, wrap him up, let him fuck, suck him up
Describing a common strategy used by some women to manipulate and exploit men in order to advance their own careers or status.

Gettin' good graces, take his money, aa-another one
Explaining that these gold diggers are able to gain favor and take money from men, and then move on to the next target once they've exhausted the first one.

No longer (Caffera?), Surgery and maskera
Referencing specific women and their plastic surgery and makeup routines, and suggesting that these things are just another form of inauthenticity.

Looking at your money, But c-can't look up in that mirror
Arguing that women who rely on manipulation and deception to get ahead can never really face themselves or be authentic.

Fearin' what it show you, reality is gold
Highlighting the theme of fear and avoidance of reality, and suggesting that being genuine and authentic is a valuable and positive thing.

Real recognize real, real women don't know you
Stating that genuine and authentic people will recognize and appreciate that quality in others, while those who are fake or inauthentic won't be able to recognize or appreciate it.

One of the coldest, the gracing On that pole
Recognizing the skill and talent of women who are able to perform on a pole in a strip club, but also acknowledging the inauthenticity of that performance.

What them tempers don't see, I bet that mirror gon' show you.
Suggesting that people who are blinded by their own egos or emotions might not be able to recognize or address their flaws, but that a mirror will reveal those flaws instantly.

It ain't hard, swear to God. These niggas ain't real at all
Reiterating the previous claim that most rappers in the industry are not genuine or authentic.