The Mirror

About The Mirror

The Mirror delves into themes of inner conflict, self-betrayal, and the search for redemption. It tells the story of someone facing the consequences of their actions and grappling with the struggle to confront their true self. Opening Struggle: The song begins with the protagonist feeling haunted by temptation: "Why won't you leave me alone? Lurking every corner, everywhere I go." This sets up the theme of an internal battle between desire and self-control. .

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About this song

Credited to

Dream Theater

Album

Awake · Track 7 of 11

Released

October 3, 1994

Duration

6:45

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From the album: Awake