The Mirror
The Mirror

Dream Theater - The Mirror Lyrics

Rock
Oct 3, 1994
203
The Mirror Music Video

The Mirror Lyrics

Temptation,
Why won't you leave me alone ?
Lurking every corner-
Everywhere I go

Self Control,
Don't turn your back on me now
When I need you the most

Constant pressure tests my will
My will or my won't
My self control escapes from me still

Hypocrite,
How could you be so cruel ?
And expect my faith in return ?

Resistance,
Is not as hard as it seems
When you close the door

I spent so long trusting in you
I trust you forgot
Just when I thought I believed in you

("What're you doing ? What're you doing ?")

It's time for me to deal
Becoming all too real
Living in fear,
Why did you lie and pretend ?
This has come to an end
I'll never trust you again
It's time you made your amends
Look in the mirror my friend

("That I haven't behaved as I should")
("Everything you need is around you. The only danger is inside you.")
("I thought you could control life, but it's not like that. There are things you can't control.")

Let's stare the problem right in the eye
It's plagued me from coast to coast
Racing the clock to please everyone
All but the one who matters the most

Reflections of reality
Are slowly coming into view
How in the hell could you possibly forgive me ?
After all the hell I put you through

It's time for me to deal
Becoming all too real
Living in fear
Why'd I betray my friend ?
Lying until the end
Living life so pretend
It's time to make my amends
I'll never hurt you again

Writer(s): JOHN MYUNG, JOHN PETRUCCI, JOHN RO MYUNG, KEVIN F. MOORE, KEVIN JAMES LABRIE, KEVIN JAMES LA BRIE, MICHAEL PORTNOY
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Mute Song Limited, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics to 'The Mirror' by Dream Theater?

    'The Mirror' is the first song released on a studio album by Dream Theater with lyrics fully written by Mike Portnoy. It deals with his struggle with alcoholism.

  2. Which album features 'The Mirror' by Dream Theater?

    'The Mirror' is featured on Dream Theater's third studio album, Awake, which was released on October 4, 1994.

  3. What themes are explored in the song 'The Mirror'?

    The song 'The Mirror' explores themes such as self-control, temptation, betrayal, and the struggle with addiction, particularly reflecting Mike Portnoy's battle with alcoholism.

  4. Was 'The Mirror' originally part of another song?

    'The Mirror' was originally part of the song 'Lie.' The band later decided that the segments were strong enough to stand as separate songs. 'Lie' became the lead single from the album Awake.

  5. Did Dream Theater face any challenges during the recording of 'The Mirror'?

    The recording of 'The Mirror' was part of the Awake album sessions, which were fraught with tensions and the eventual departure of original keyboardist Kevin Moore. These internal conflicts influenced the creation of the album, including 'The Mirror.'

  6. What was Mike Portnoy's role in the song 'The Mirror'?

    Mike Portnoy not only wrote the lyrics for 'The Mirror', detailing his battle with alcoholism, but he also contributed significantly to the intense and dark tone of the song as the drummer.

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