Change is portrayed in many different ways. Change is everywhere. In Michael Jackson’s case for this song, “Man in the Mirror,” change is portrayed within one’s self. This song is about ignorance of world problems and how we need to start facing those problems ourselves to change them. There is hope to change the world and make a difference.
This song is hopeful and inspiring. One of the many lyrics in this song states, “Who am I to be blind, pretending not to see their needs.” What is analyzed from this lyric is that Michael, himself, is questioning why he is ignoring the issues of those who are in need when he is capable of helping them out. This is the start of his inspiration to want to change himself and face the issues