Discover the story of the song > I Saw It In The Mirror – Abba

The lyrics are about someone looking at themselves in the mirror and realizing that they are not needed anymore. They feel sad and cry because of this realization. Even though their romantic partner says they love them, the person can see through their lies and knows that it doesn't bother them if they cry. The person never thought they would cry for their partner, but they will miss them until the day they die. Overall, the lyrics are about the person feeling unwanted and unloved, and realizing that their relationship is not a happy one.