Dana Clark Music

Lyrics

Back Up (You're Standing Too Close to the Mirror)
Copyright 2012 Dana Clark

VERSE: Sometimes you feel insecure
Not as young as you once were
And when you want to look your best
You’re certain you’re a worn-out mess
Well, I know something you can do
To readjust your point of view
To rediscover your lost youth
Make your reflection tell the truth

CHORUS: Back up
You’re standing too close to the mirror
Back up
You’ll see a whole lot clearer
Distance takes away the years
And all those wrinkles disappear
Back up!
Back up, back up, back up!
You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: If you’re too close all you will find
Is beauty that’s the skin-deep kind
That’s just veneer, it’s artificial
You’re too deep to be superficial
Yes, age has brought you inner beauty
Back far enough you're still a cutie
Now flash that captivating smile
You’ll see you've still got lots of style

CHORUS : Back up
You’re standing too close to the mirror
Back up
You’ll see a whole lot clearer
You’re no spring chicken anymore
But you are not a dinosaur
Back up!
Back up, back up, back up!
You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: You yearn for that romantic glow
The thrill of love you can’t outgrow
And when you want someone to pet
That's just a sign you’re not dead yet
A soul mate is what I suggest
Someone to share your cosmic quest
Together you'll explore the zen of it
Enjoy your friendship with benefits!

CHORUS : Back up
You’re standing too close to the mirror
Back up
You’ll see a whole lot clearer
Focus on the ways you’re hot
Forget about the ways you’re not
Back up!
Back up, back up, back up!
You’re standing too close to the mirror

VERSE: When you change how you see you
Others see you that way, too
Yes, you can change reality
By changing your proximity
Get a yardstick, be persistent
Find the proper viewing distance
Back up a bit more every year
Your vision will stay crystal clear

CHORUS: Back up!
You’re standing too close to the mirror
Back up
You’ll see a whole lot clearer
Don’t turn up the lights so bright
Try to stick to candlelight
Back up!
Back up, back up, back up!
You’re standing too close to the mirror