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"Mirror" (CD Single)
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Little explicit content, but dark message about mistrust.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while the song "Mirrors" doesn't include a lot of graphic adult content or language aside from one use of the word "f--k" and two references to substance use, it has a dark message about being able to rely on no one but yourself. This message makes the song too complex and scary for younger kids.
What's the story?
"MIRRORS" is a dark, introspective track by hardcore rapper Lil Wayne. It's peppered with a few graphic words ("f--k") and smoking/drug references, but the song's real maturity lies in its broader message about how you can only rely on yourself: "I see the pain here in your pride / I see you're not satisfied / And I don't see nobody else, I see myself / I'm looking at the mirror on the wall, here we are again / Through my rise and fall you've been my only fan."
Is it any good?
With an assist from smooth crooner Bruno Mars and some golden-throated backup singers, Lil Wayne creates a brooding, mellow groove in "Mirrors." His own subdued delivery adds to the track's dramatic effect.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the difference between being independent and shutting others out of your life due to fear that they may eventually hurt you. How can you be a self-reliant person and still have close relationships with friends and family?
Why do you think Lil Wayne is so bitter here? Do you think celebrities get taken advantage of more than regular people?
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Ok song, clean.
Ok, so there an f-bomb. Just get it clean, your kids wont even notice it. The only reason they took this out of Tha Carter IV is because Bruno Mars is featured.
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Kid, 10 years old
October 3, 2011
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Great Song, Less Explicitness
Great song! The only thing parents need to know is that their is only 1 d--n and1 f--k.
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Might be suitable for 12 year olds
The song brags, and it says d*mn and f*cking.
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lovvveeee
love this song they do say F and D word ........ " D*** i look just like my F*** dad .............. still love the song
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Kid, 11 years old
May 9, 2012
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mirror lil wayne (bruno mars)
i say 9 years old only one word f--kin and its just a great song
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Really Good Song
I really love this song and most of the people i'm around usually pay attention to the message, and not necessarily the language.
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| Artist: | Lil Wayne |
| Type: | Single |
| Release date: | August 29, 2011 |
| Label: | Cash Money Records |
| Genre: | Rap |
| Parental advisory: | Yes |
| Edited version available: | Yes |
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