Illusion
Drama Moth Lyrics

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If you're out we shed our light
Everything looks easy from the dark side
Sky is full and we look towards the night
What heaven takes, it makes us blind
Hand in hand And side by side
Phase by phase And Time to time
Illusion is gentle
And so am I

You don't have to be a dog to make sad sounds
At the moon
Meet me at the tide
Push me back and forth
At the same time
A sacred dance done
At this hazy coastline
Release this fear and
Everything will change
Find what is hidden
Before it's too late
Another time
Another day
Are you not sure of your destination, babe
Hand in hand
And side by side
Phase by phase
And time to time

Illusion is gentle
And so am I

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Drama Moth's song Illusion seem to convey a sense of confusion and uncertainty in the midst of difficult circumstances. The first few lines ("If you're out we shed our light, everything looks easy from the dark side") suggest that the singer is struggling to find their way in a world that often seems hostile and unwelcoming.

Despite this, they remain hopeful ("Illusion is gentle, and so am I") and steadfast in their belief that it's possible to find a way through the darkness. The lines "You don't have to be a dog to make sad sounds at the moon" and "Meet me at the tide, push me back and forth at the same time" seem to suggest a desire for connection and intimacy, even in the face of uncertainty.

Ultimately, the chorus ("Hand in hand and side by side, phase by phase and time to time") reinforces this message of perseverance and mutual support, while also acknowledging the cyclical nature of life and the fact that nothing is ever truly certain.

Line by Line Meaning

If you're out we shed our light
We are only able to shine and be our true selves when there is no one else around to judge or interfere.

Everything looks easy from the dark side
When we are surrounded by darkness or negativity, it can be difficult to see things clearly and understand the true challenges that lie ahead.

Sky is full and we look towards the night
Even when everything seems to be going wrong around us, we can still find hope in the possibility of new beginnings and fresh starts.

What heaven takes, it makes us blind
Our attachment to the things we love and care about can often prevent us from seeing the bigger picture or the true value of our experiences.

Hand in hand And side by side Phase by phase And Time to time Illusion is gentle And so am I
It is okay to move forward in life, even if we don't know exactly where we are headed. We can face each new challenge with grace and confidence, even in the face of uncertainty.

You don't have to be a dog to make sad sounds At the moon
We all have our moments of sadness or vulnerability, and it's okay to express those feelings even if it makes us seem weak or vulnerable to others.

Meet me at the tide Push me back and forth At the same time A sacred dance done At this hazy coastline
Life can often feel like a delicate balance between opposing forces, and we must learn to navigate those challenges with patience and grace.

Release this fear and Everything will change Find what is hidden Before it's too late
Sometimes, our biggest obstacles in life are our own fears and insecurities. But if we can learn to let go and face those challenges head-on, we can discover hidden strengths and opportunities that we might have otherwise missed.

Another time Another day Are you not sure of your destination, babe Hand in hand And side by side Phase by phase And time to time Illusion is gentle And so am I
Even when we feel lost or unsure of where we are going in life, we can find comfort in the knowledge that we are not alone. We can lean on our loved ones and take things one step at a time, knowing that everything will eventually fall into place.

Writer(s): Drama Moth

Contributed by Colin H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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