Kangmin’s ‘In The Mirror’ dives into a raw self-reflection. Son Jung Hyuk and Rizin (153/Joombas) write the lyrics, while the artist delivers a haunting performance. The track is part of the album ‘Free Falling,’ blending emotional depth with a minimalist melody.
Released: March 26, 2026
In The Mirror
Kangmin • From “Free Falling”
In The Mirror Lyrics Translation (from “Free Falling”)
Kangmin asks, ‘How do I look right now?’ as he confronts his insecurities in the mirror. The songwriter mentions the struggle to embrace oneself, with lines like ‘I can never hug myself in the mirror.’ This vivid imagery highlights the pain of self-doubt and the longing for acceptance.
How do I look right now?How do I look right now?
Uri geourui himeul bireo, jamsi yaegihalkkaLet’s use the power of our mirror and talk for a moment.
Meon oraejeone imi aracharyeobeorin bimilIt’s a secret I’ve already uncovered a long time ago.
It’s not special, oemyeonhae on iyagiIt’s nothing special, just a story I’ve kept ignoring.
Can we, pleaseCan we, please?
Neoreul miwohae, areumdaun mareul billyeoI hate you, and though I try to use beautiful words,
Bakkwobwado jinsireul garil sun eopjanaI can’t hide the truth, no matter how I change them.
What is wrong with me? nal sangcheo jugo apahaneunWhat’s wrong with me? You, who hurts and pains me,
Nega gayeowo, gayeowoyou’re so pitiful, so pitiful.
I just wanna be here as myselfI just wanna be here as myself.
Geobi na ijenI’m scared now.
Jasini eopseo mangseorim sogeI’ve lost my confidence amidst all this hesitation,
Huhoeman dеo keojyeogaand my regrets just keep on growing.
Nareul anajugigaTo give myself a hug,
Eoryеowo nae gyeotenis just too hard while I’m by my side.
I can never hug myself in the mirrorI can never hug myself in the mirror.
I see a man in the mirrorI see a man in the mirror.
Can I borrow your sight?Can I borrow your sight?
Geudae nareul boneun nuniThe way your eyes look at me,
Buranhagedo binnathey shine with such anxiety.
Yeogi bichin nae moseubeunThis reflection of mine right here,
Gidae mot michigodoesn’t live up to any expectations,
And I forget how to breathe, yeahand I forget how to breathe, yeah.
That’s not mineThat’s not mine.
Oh, that’s not mine, ahOh, that’s not mine, ah.
I just wanna be here as myselfI just want to stay here as myself.
Geobi na ijenI’m feeling frightened now.
Jasini eopseo mangseorim sogeI’m losing my nerve in all this doubt,
Huhoeman deo keojyeogaand my regrets are only getting bigger.
Nareul anajugigaGiving myself a warm embrace,
Eoryeowo nae gyeotenis so difficult while I’m standing by my side.
I can never hug myself in the mirrorI can never hug myself in the mirror.
I see a man in the mirrorI see a man in the mirror.
I see a man in the mirrorI see a man in the mirror.
I feel so downI feel so down.
Keep me feeling so down, babyKeep me feeling so down, baby.
Galsurok deo sink downI keep sinking further as time goes by.
BeoseonaryeoThe more I try to break free,
Halsurok majuhae inside of the mirrorthe more I have to face what’s inside of the mirror.
(Ooh) I just wanna be here as myself(Ooh) I just want to be here as myself.
Geobi na ijenI’m scared of it now.
Jasini eopseo mangseorim sogeI’ve got no confidence left in this hesitation,
Huhoeman deo keojyeogaand my regrets just keep on growing.
Nareul anajugiga (nareul anajugiga)Embracing myself (embracing myself),
Eoryeowo nae gyeotenis so hard when I’m right by my side.
I can never hug myself in the mirrorI can never hug myself in the mirror.
I see a man in the mirrorI see a man in the mirror.
I just wanna be here as myselfI just want to be here as myself.
Geoul geu sogeInside that mirror,
Noabeoriji mothan all my hatethere’s all this hate I haven’t been able to let go.
When I look into my eyes (I see a man in the mirror)When I look into my eyes (I see a man in the mirror).
Nareul anajugigaTo give myself a hug,
Eoryeowo nae gyeotenis just too difficult while I’m by my side.
I can never hug myself in the mirrorI can never hug myself in the mirror.
I see a man in the mirrorI see a man in the mirror.
In The Mirror Music Video
The meaning of ‘In The Mirror’ is about self-acceptance and inner battles. The lyrics explore the difficulty of facing one’s true reflection, a theme Kangmin masterfully brings to life.