When you get what you want in the struggle for self
And the world makes you king for a day
Just go to a mirror and look at yourself
And see what THAT man has to say

For it isn't your father or mother or wife
Who judgement upon you must pass
The fellow whose verdict counts most in your life
Is the one staring back from the glass

Some people may think you as a straight-shootin' chum
And call you a wonderful guy
But the man in the glass says you're only a bum
If you can't look him straight in the eye

He's the fellow to please, nevermind all the rest
For he's with you clear up to the end
And you've passed your most dangerous and difficult test
If the man in the glass is your friend

You may fool the whole world down the pathway of life
And get pats on your back as you pass
But your final reward will be heartbreak and tears
If you cheated the man in the glass