Mirror

Porter Robinson's song 'Mirror' delves deep into the complexities of self-reflection and internal struggle. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with their inner demons and the harsh judgments they impose on themselves. The opening lines, 'Well, you were the aftermath of every judgment,' suggest a person who is constantly dealing with the repercussions of their own critical thoughts. This self-criticism is so intense that it feels like carrying familiar enemies, leading to a sense of shame and burden.

The recurring theme of knowing what the other person is thinking, 'I know what you want from me, from me, I know what you’re thinking,' highlights the internal dialogue that often mirrors external judgments. This suggests that the harshest critic is often oneself, and the voices of others become indistinguishable from one's own negative self-talk. The repetition of these lines emphasizes the cyclical nature of these thoughts and how they can become ingrained in one's psyche.

The song also touches on the idea of seeking validation and the struggle to find solutions to personal problems. Lines like 'A better song to fix my problems' and 'I don’t know what’s good for me, I can’t decide' reflect the confusion and indecision that come with trying to navigate one's own mental landscape. The closing lines offer a glimmer of hope, suggesting that sometimes the inner voice can be encouraging, urging one to keep going and reassuring that 'It will be all okay in the end.' This duality of the inner voice, both critical and supportive, encapsulates the ongoing battle within oneself.