Mirror

By Yui_Himiko

As I gaze myself in the mirror
All I can see is you
Lingering voices in my ears
Always imposing on me what to do

Living under the shadows
Of a known to be perfect man
Wasting my childhood on this ideal dream
In obedience to your every plan

Strays of insults rang my ears
In every step that I make
It’s as if I’ve done nothing right
For your reputation’s sake

Reticent passions and fine manners
I have always instilled in myself
Emulating the acts of my brother
Until in my identity, nothing’s left

Searching the depths of my soul
Always seeking to please your heart
But only at a certain revelation
Your blameless image will be torn apart

I’ve always strived to live a faultless life
Thinking that all you’re saying is true
But now as I gaze in the mirror
The imperfect one is you.