Man in the Mirror
rhythme fatal feat. redd angel Lyrics


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I'm gonna make a change,
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
This wind is blowing my mind
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.

Overall Meaning

In "Man in the Mirror," Rhythme Fatal featuring Redd Angel expresses the need for a change in the world but stresses that change must start with the individual. The first verse talks about how it is time for the singer to make a change that will feel good and make a real difference in his life. The second verse is a call to empathy as the singer sees children suffering in the streets and realizes that it is not appropriate for him to turn a blind eye to their needs.


The chorus declares a purpose to start the change right now by beginning with the "man in the mirror" and following that up with the line, "If you want to make the world a better place, take a look at yourself, and then make a change." The final verse encourages everyone to move forward and lift themselves up to start making that change in the world. This song is a call to action that seeks to inspire people to look inward and do their part to make the world a better place.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gonna make a change,
I am committed to making a positive difference


For once I'm my life
This is the first time I am taking charge of my life and making a change


It's gonna feel real good,
I am confident that this change will have a positive impact on both myself and others


Gonna make a difference
I am going to contribute to making the world a better place


Gonna make it right
I am going to correct the wrongs in my life and actions


As I, turn up the collar on
As I prepare for the cold, harsh reality of the world


My favorite winter coat
The warmth and comfort of my material possessions


This wind is blowing my mind
The harshness and difficulties of the world is overwhelming me


I see the kids in the streets,
I am aware of the struggles and hardships of the less fortunate


With not enough to eat
These individuals have limited access to basic necessities such as food and shelter


Who am I to be blind?
I cannot turn a blind eye to their struggles and must take action


Pretending not to see their needs
Ignoring their struggles is not a solution; I must acknowledge and address them


They follow each other on the wind ya' know
The less fortunate are often forced to move from place to place without a sense of permanence


'Cause they got nowhere to go
Poverty and lack of resources leave these individuals with limited options


That's why I want you to know
I want to make it clear that I am taking responsibility for such issues


I'm starting with the man in the mirror
I am implementing change within myself first


I'm asking him to change his ways
I am acknowledging my own negative behaviors and taking steps to correct them


And no message could have been any clearer
The message of self-improvement is simple but powerful


If you want to make the world a better place
Positive change must begin within ourselves before it can affect the world around us


Take a look at yourself, and then make a change
Reflect on your own actions before attempting to initiate change elsewhere


I've been a victim of a selfish kind of love
My self-interest has previously hindered my ability to recognize and act on the needs of others


It's time that I realize
It is time for me to acknowledge my mistakes and commit to making positive change


That there are some with no home, not a nickel to loan
Many individuals lack basic necessities such as shelter and financial resources


Could it be really me, pretending that they're not alone?
I cannot be blind to the realities of poverty and must recognize the struggles of those less fortunate


A willow deeply scarred, somebody's broken heart
The scars left behind by past trauma and tragedy


And a washed-out dream
The loss of hope and the decay of one's aspirations


They follow the pattern of the wind ya' see
These individuals are forced to live transient lives, moving with the wind


'Cause they got no place to be
Without resources and support, these individuals have no sense of home or security


That's why I'm starting with me
I must address my own negative behaviors before attempting to help others


You know, that man
Self-improvement begins with an honest reflection on one's own actions


No message could have been any clearer
The importance of self-improvement as a precursor to positive change cannot be overstated


Take a look at yourself and then make the change
Reflect on your own behaviors and commit to making positive changes


Stand up! Stand up! Stand up!
Take action and be unafraid to speak up for positive change


Make that change.
Implement positive change within yourself and within the world around you




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett

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Comments from YouTube:

@capetownlikela413

We were at school together, remember chatting with him at Galaxy an not long after that he passed away. One love he was truly a great guy, full of spirit. RIP my friend.

@BayduAdams

RIP. What a talent...

@NevilleStClair

I really miss him...we had some great times together...

@spyromatt

these were the happy times!!

@luckylozano9336

Rip red angel

@andreachristians8050

Gone to soon... 😢

@mich5716

It's just so crap that he died at the age of only 29. I love this cover especially 😢

@thobie8

please post Redd Angels other music if possible. Iv been looking for this kind of ballad they used to play on 94.7 alot..

@bonganiwhybie6735

There is one song I've been looking for since 2007 "Don't tell me it's over"

@marvinmcgrath1578

I miss you my brother. You went way too fast

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