Mirror Mirror
Robert Baitinger-Inspired Pop Rock Track | Mirror Mirror by Rob B (GER) | Stream Free
I'm a songwriter who loves to collaborate with other songwriters, vocalists, musicians and producers.
For songwriters who dont sing or perform it is extremely hard to make ones mark in the music business because they dont have a platform to present and promote their work. This is more or less the situation that I, Robert Baitinger, have been confronted with since I started writing songs in 1978.
My idea is to complement my songwriting capabilities with the "helping hands" of excellent artists, musicians and innovative producers. In the age of the internet it has become easier to communicate and collaborate with musicians and producers all over the world. I am utilizing the internet and pursuing the idea of a conceptual studio band with a frequently changing lineup of artists. I call this project the "Rob B. Project" since I supply the melodies and/or lyrics of a song and other musicians/producers/songwriters contribute their talents and skills to make it come to life.
"Mirror" by Rob B (GER) is a Pop Rock production available on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. A solid entry in the pop rock space, crafted with care and intention. If you enjoy artists like Robert Baitinger, Rob B (GER) is worth exploring on SoundClick.
Story behind the song
This song is a critique of vanity, ego, and the facade of fame, likely focused on someone who prioritizes their image over truth. The chorus ("Mirror mirror on the air / Who’s the greatest anywhere") is hopefully memorable and follows a familiar fairy-tale motif that resonates easily with listeners. With the recurring question, "How long can it last?" I wanted to underscore the inevitable downfall of an image built on "sweet disguise" and "glass." The intention here was to balance a commercial sound with a meaningful social critique. I hope you like it.
Lyrics
Mirror Mirror
[Instrumental intro]
[Verse]
Man on the TV, shining like gold
Selling a story that’s already sold
Says he’s the greatest, none come close
Hands out crowns, makes his own toast
[Pre-chorus]
You raise a question, you cross the line
Funny how doubt gets framed as crime
[Chorus]
Whoa, mirror, mirror, on the air
Who’s the greatest anywhere?
“Why, it’s you, the echo cries
Drowning truth in sweet disguise
Laugh it off, but don’t you blink
There’s more here than you might think
Whoa, mirror, mirror, made of glass
Tell me, how long can it last?
[Break]
[Verse]
Feeds on the praise like a shot of gin
Blame rolls out, never rolls in
Calls em all jealous, calls em all fake
Still can’t look from the noise they make
[Pre-chorus]
Promises big, then redraws the lines
Sells you a dream, then changes the signs
[Chorus]
Whoa, mirror, mirror, on the air
Who’s the greatest anywhere?
“Why, it’s you, the echo cries
Drowning truth in sweet disguise
Laugh it off, but don’t you blink
There’s more here than you might think
Whoa, mirror, mirror, made of glass
Tell me, how long can it last?
[Bridge]
No sorry, no shame, no looking behind
Just sparks in the dark and a change of mind
If empathy’s gone, like it never belonged
What breaks in a country, when wrong feels strong?
[Interlude]
[Final chorus]
Whoa, mirror, mirror, on the air
Who’s the greatest anywhere?
“Why, it’s you, the echo cries
Drowning truth in sweet disguise
Laugh it off, but don’t you blink
There’s more here than you might think
Whoa, mirror, mirror, made of glass
Tell me, how long can it last?
[Outro]
Whoa mirror, mirror, on the air
(Who’s the greatest anywhere?)
Whoa, mirror, mirror, made of glass
(Tell me, how long will it last?)
