I'll Be Your Mirror

Nico, The Velvet Underground

About I'll Be Your Mirror

"I'll Be Your Mirror" is a song by the Velvet Underground and Nico. It appeared on their 1967 debut album The Velvet Underground & Nico. It also surfaced as a single a year earlier with "All Tomorrow's Parties" in 1966. Lou Reed wrote the song for Nico, who provides lead vocals. According to biographer Victor Bockris, inspiration for the song came about after Nico approached Reed after a show in 1965 saying, "Oh Lou, I'll be your mirror." The song was a favorite of Reed's and The Velvet Underground & Nico engineer, Norman Dolph. Mark Deming of AllMusic described "I'll Be Your Mirror" as an "understated love song." 


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I'll be your mirror
Reflect what you are, in case you don't know
I'll be the wind, the rain and the sunset
The light on your door to show that you're home

When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you

I find it hard to believe you don't know
The beauty you are
But if you don't let me be your eyes
A hand to your darkness, so you won't be afraid

When you think the night has seen your mind
That inside you're twisted and unkind
Let me stand to show that you are blind
Please put down your hands
'Cause I see you

I'll be your mirror
I'll be your mirror
I'll be your mirror
I'll be your mirror
I'll be your mirror

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Nico

Nico (born Christa Päffgen; 16 October 1938 – 18 July 1988) was a German singer, lyricist, composer, musician, fashion model, and actress, who initially rose to fame as a Warhol Superstar in the 1960s. She is known for both her vocal collaboration on The Velvet Underground's debut album, The Velvet Underground & Nico (1967), and her work as a solo artist from the late 1960s through the early 1980s. She also had roles in several films, including a cameo in Federico Fellini's La Dolce Vita (1960) and Andy Warhol's Chelsea Girls (1966), as herself. Nico died in July 1988, as a result of injuries sustained in a cycling accident while vacationing in Ibiza with her son. more »

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Written by: Lou Reed

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10 facts about this song

Collaboration
The song "I'll Be Your Mirror" is a collaborative work by Nico and The Velvet Underground. Nico performs the vocals, while The Velvet Underground provided the instrumentals.
Album Debut
This song is part of the band's debut album "The Velvet Underground & Nico" released in 1967.
Written by Lou Reed
"I'll Be Your Mirror" was written by Lou Reed, who was the primary songwriter in The Velvet Underground.
Influence
The song reportedly reflects Lou Reed's appreciation for Nico’s beauty, serving as an affirmation of its effect on those around her.
Genre
"I'll Be Your Mirror" falls under the categories of Art Rock, Protopunk, Psychedelic Rock, and Avant-pop.
Andy Warhol’s Involvement
The album "The Velvet Underground & Nico" was produced by artist Andy Warhol, making it one of the few music albums closely associated with a visual artist of this magnitude.
Live Performances
Nico regularly performed this song live during her solo performances after she left The Velvet Underground.
Legacy
Despite initial poor sales, the album (and by association, "I'll Be Your Mirror") eventually became a highly influential work in the world of rock music.
Covers
Numerous artists have covered "I'll Be Your Mirror," including the likes of Belle and Sebastian, Clem Snide, and The Primitives.
Reception
Critics have praised "I'll Be Your Mirror" for its poignant lyrics and Nico’s unique vocal style. Many perceive it as a heartfelt ballad on the album.

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