In 2012, Charli XCX rose to prominence with the Icona Pop collaboration "I Love It", which became an international success, reaching top 10 in North America and Europe. Her debut studio album, True Romance (2013), was released that year to critical acclaim, despite not meeting commercial expectations. In 2014, she contributed the chorus and hook to "Fancy" by rapper Iggy Azalea, which finished the year as one of the best-selling singles worldwide and was nominated for two Grammy Awards. The same year, Charli XCX released "Boom Clap", which became her first solo top-ten single on the Billboard Hot 100. Her second studio album, the pop/rock-influenced Sucker, was released at the end of the year, and spawned the successful singles "Break the Rules" and "Doing It".
In 2015, Charli XCX began working with producers and artists in A. G. Cook's British collective PC Music, as well as producer Sophie. While working on her third album, she released the Vroom Vroom EP in 2016 and the mixtapes Number 1 Angel and Pop 2 in 2017, as well as a series of singles including the BPI-certified "After the Afterparty", "Boys", and "1999". In 2019, Charli XCX released her third studio album, Charli, which was followed by her fourth studio album, How I'm Feeling Now, which she recorded and released during the UK's first national lockdown in 2020. Charli's latest addition to her discography is CRASH, released on 18 March 2022, including the singles Good Ones and New Shapes.
In addition to her solo work, Charli XCX has co-written songs for other artists including Camila Cabello, Rita Ora, Selena Gomez, and many more.
Illusions Of
Charli XCX Lyrics
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I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Clip behind in your mouth
Tease me with your tongue, but please don't spit me out
Falling off the roof for you
Trying to kiss the angels to (hey)
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
The lyrics to Charli XCX's song "Illusions Of" explore the desire to be the center of someone's world, particularly in a romantic context. The repetition of "rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl" reinforces the idea of wanting to be seen as special and adorned with unique and valuable objects. The phrase "I'm ready to fall in love" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing a readiness and eagerness to connect with someone on a deeper level.
The second verse introduces more sensual themes, with the mention of "clip behind in your mouth" and "tease me with your tongue." The desire to be with this person is so strong that they are willing to take dangerous risks, as seen in the line "Falling off the roof for you." The final line "Trying to kiss the angels to" suggests a longing for transcendent experiences and a sense of divine connection in the relationship.
Overall, the lyrics to "Illusions Of" offer a candid look at the intensity of infatuation and the desire to be fully seen and appreciated by another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I want to give you something flashy and impressive that matches your persona.
I wanna be the center of your whole world
I want to be the focus of your attention and affection.
I'm ready to fall in love
I am open and receptive to the possibility of falling in love.
Clip behind in your mouth
Grab hold of me and hold me tight.
Tease me with your tongue, but please don't spit me out
Flirt and play with me, but don't reject or push me away.
Falling off the roof for you
I am willing to take risks and go to great heights for your love.
Trying to kiss the angels to (hey)
I want to experience pure bliss and ecstasy with you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music
Written by: CHARLOTTE AITCHISON, JOSEPH ZUCCO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Interlude: Charli XCX]
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
[Hook: Charli XCX]
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
[Interlude: Charli XCX]
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
I wanna be the center of your whole world
[Verse 1: Charli XCX]
Clip behind in your mouth
Tease me with your tongue, but please don't spit me out
Falling off the roof for you
Trying to kiss the angels too (hey)
[Interlude: Charli XCX]
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
Rhinestone roses for a rhinestone cowgirl
I wanna be the center of your whole world
[Hook: Charli XCX]
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
I'm ready to fall in love
@braceletboi01
2023 and I’m still bumping tf out of this bop.
@ifindyouattractive
"Put my heart, in your mouth.
Tease your tongue but please don't spit me out."
This song is mind blowing. It sounds amazing. Charli + J£ZUS = Bliss
@glamourousgloria1807
lil brat I think it’s ‘taste me with your tongue’
@lizette6641
I think it’s “tease me with your tongue” but yes after so long this song is still amazing ❤️
@jonatanwesterberg
How does this song not have a billion views
@MissJadeXCX
Why is this no longer on Apple Music? 😭😭
@awooga772
easily in my top 5 charli trax
@cupcakeblood
cant believe im just finding this now
@LadyHannahGaGa
for some reason this song was taken off of Spotify and I am HURT 😩
@VinceGerard
OK SAME. its gone from apple music too 😭