The opening chant of “Circle of Life” is sung by Lebo M and sets a solemn yet powerful tone for the song. The lyrics are in Zulu, an African language, and are meant to evoke imagery of the majesty and power of nature. The lyrics themselves can be roughly translated to “From the day we arrive on the planet/ And blinking, step into the sun
A lot of them have powerful messages hidden beneath the catchy tunes that carry the lyrics forward. His 1987 creation, “Man in the Mirror”, is no exception. Through his singing, Jackson teaches a lesson about life reflections and how this impacts society. “Man in the Mirror” talks about how: Change comes with inner reflection.[Pre-Chorus] I cannot promise there won't be sadness I wish I could take it from you But you'll find the courage to face the madness And sing it because it's true [Chorus] I love my life I am.