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Since its release in 1988, ‘Man in the Mirror’ has become one of Michael Jackson's biggest hits.

It calls for personal responsibility, urging listeners to look inward before criticizing the world and reminding us that change needs to begin from within.

In 2009, Josh Tyrangiel from TIME said it’s “one of Jackson’s most powerful vocals and accessible social statements, not to mention the best-ever use of a gospel choir in a pop song.”

Even now, almost four decades later, it continues to inspire.

On TikTok, users have taken the track as the soundtrack for their before-and-after glow-up pictures.

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Young man showing amazing glow-up transformation, before and after photos highlighting physical changes in a home setting.

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Stan
Community Member
10 months ago

Wow, good for you!

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    Side-by-side photos of a woman sharing her amazing glow-up transformation in front of a mirror using a phone.

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    Apatheist
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    I hope they did that slowly. Too fast a weight loss can be dangerous.

    #3

    Side-by-side photos showing a woman’s amazing glow-up transformation outdoors and indoors with styled blonde hair.

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    IamMego
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Love her hair

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    Side-by-side images of a woman showing her amazing glow-up transformation with confident poses and smiles.

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    #5

    Side-by-side images showing a man in the mirror transformation highlighting amazing glow-ups and personal changes.

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    GlassHalfWay
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Glow up 😊

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    #6

    Young woman showing her glow-up transformation with clear skin and a bright smile in a Man In The Mirror video.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    That's great. I dated a girl with really bad acne in my 20s. I thought she was gorgeous, but she was super insecure about it. This kid was pretty before. Now she's glowing, and her confidence is showing.

    #7

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    Otto Katz
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    He looks so much happier!

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    #8

    Side-by-side images showing a dramatic glow-up transformation with a woman before and after weight loss by the pool.

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    #9

    Before and after photos of a woman showcasing an amazing glow-up transformation in two different outfits and settings.

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    Before and after glow-up transformation of a woman showing amazing changes in appearance and confidence.

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    Corbmi
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Why are the tattoos on the other side now?

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    Side-by-side photos of a woman showing her glow-up transformation in bright outdoor and gym settings.

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    LB
    Community Member
    10 months ago

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    Noooo... if you want to make the world a better place, lose weight? :puke

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    Side-by-side images of a woman showing her glow-up transformation with a confident smile outdoors.

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    Roger9er
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    That's no glow, lady. That's shining.

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    #14

    Side-by-side photos of a woman showing an amazing glow-up transformation wearing different dresses in different settings.

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    Scott Rackley
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    cute nerd girl in first pic ftw

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    #15

    Before and after photos of a man showing an impressive glow-up transformation, flexing muscles and smiling.

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    Jen Kauffman
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    This is a crazy good evolution!! Congratulations!

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    #16

    Before and after photos of a woman showing her amazing glow-ups in a new man in the mirror transformation trend.

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    Jen Kauffman
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    You look great! Your hair in the second one reminds me (in a good way) of Yoko Ono in a piece of performance art I saw her in waaaay back when.

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    #17

    Before and after photos of a man showing an impressive glow-up transformation with improved muscle tone and confidence.

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    #18

    Side-by-side images showing a man in glasses and a tie by a lake and a shirtless man flexing muscles, highlighting glow-ups.

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    Cerridwn d'Wyse
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Cute nerd boy in the left hand picture

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    #19

    Young woman showing her impressive glow-up by fitting into much larger pants, illustrating man in the mirror transformation.

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    Side-by-side photos of a person showing an incredible glow-up, highlighting the new man in the mirror transformation.

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    #21

    Side-by-side photos showing a woman’s glow-up transformation with noticeable fitness and style changes.

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    Jaya
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    She looked so gorgeous and happy before. But hopefully she is really happy now too and just doesn't show it on this one picture.

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    #22

    Side-by-side images showing an impressive glow-up transformation shared by people in the Man In The Mirror trend.

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    #23

    Before and after glow-up transformation showing confident women sharing their amazing glow-ups and self-confidence.

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    #24

    Two young women posing indoors showing their amazing glow-ups for Man In The Mirror trend.

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    #25

    Side-by-side photos showing a young man’s amazing glow-up transformation over time outdoors and at night.

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    S Bow
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Boy to man, looks like. He just grew up.

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    #26

    Side-by-side images showing a woman’s glow-up transformation inspired by the man in the mirror challenge.

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    Crazy Cat Lady
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Love the hair!!!

    #27

    Side-by-side images of a woman showing a dramatic glow-up transformation in casual home settings.

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    #28

    Side-by-side images showing a person before and after a glow-up, highlighting transformation and change.

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    #29

    Side-by-side images of a woman sharing her glow-up transformation in the new Man In The Mirror trend.

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    #30

    Before and after glow-up photos of a young woman showcasing an inspiring man in the mirror transformation.

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    Robyn Hill
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    She’s pretty in both pictures , honestly.

    #31

    Before and after glow-up transformation with people sharing their amazing man in the mirror moments and positive self-change.

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    #32

    Side-by-side images of a woman showcasing her amazing glow-up transformation in a mirror selfie and outdoor setting.

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    #33

    Side-by-side images of a woman showing an inspiring glow-up transformation in a fitted dress indoors.

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    Side-by-side photos of a woman showing an inspiring glow-up transformation for man in the mirror trend.

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    Dog Mom to Zoe
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    I don't see a change here. Anyone?

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    #35

    Two women in sparkly dresses sharing their amazing glow-ups in a man in the mirror transformation video.

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    Corbmi
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Is this one just a change of hair colour? She looked great to start with.

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    #36

    Side-by-side images of a woman showing her glow-up transformation inspired by Man in the Mirror trend.

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    #37

    Side-by-side images showing a dramatic glow-up transformation, highlighting people sharing their amazing glow-ups.

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    Corbmi
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    She doesn't need the filter in the second photo, she already looked fine. Beauty standards make people miserable and insecure (along with cruel trolls i suppose).

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    #38

    Two young women showing their amazing glow-ups, encouraging viewers to unlock their glow-up potential.

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    tresgatos72
    Community Member
    10 months ago

    Didn't need the lip filler and threaded eyebrows.