He released his debut EP "u" in March 2015 on Soundcloud. On December 5, 2015, gnash released his second EP titled "me", which was a compilation of his singles released in 2015. His third EP titled "us" was released in March 2016 and includes the single "i hate u, i love u" featuring Olivia O'Brien, which has peaked in the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached number one in Australia. In October 2016, gnash released his single "home", which peaked on the Billboard Hot 100. In October 2017, Nash was featured on MAX's "Lights Down Low" which peaked at number twenty on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming his second entry on the chart, with "home", released two weeks later, becoming his second lead entry. In January 2019, Gnash released his debut album "we". gnash has cited Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service, Kanye West, and Jack Johnson as his musical influences.
Ilusm
Gnash Lyrics
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And you always see the end way before the start
I've been trying and; finding that things going right
Aren't as simple as everyone told me they would be
I know that u miss me
I'm sorry I'm busy
And; don't make the time
For the things u ask from me
Out of breath
Out of time
Is it your turn?
Is it mine?
I can't sleep tonight
I can't sleep tonight, no
Is it fine, if we find
That in time this isn't right
I can't speak tonight
I can't speak tonight, no
Just make me feel special
And make me feel loved
Make me feel something
Lately life's made me numb
I just want to hold you
For just long enough
So u don't get tired of me telling you
I love u so much
If I take care of you
Who's gonna take care of me
I could just say take care and leave
But I love how you stare at me
I stay cause I'm scared to leave
I'm not prepared to be
Lonely without you see
That just won't feel right
I need you in my life
Out of breath
Out of time
Is it your turn?
Is it mine?
I can't sleep tonight
I can't sleep tonight, no
Is it fine, if we find
That in time this isn't right
I can't speak tonight
I can't speak tonight, no
Just make me feel special
And make me feel loved
Make me feel something
Lately life's made me numb
I just want to hold you
For just long enough
So u don't get tired of me telling you
I love u so much
So don't make me, no
Don't make me go
Don't make me
In a city I don't know
Hit me three times ‘fore the show
I need sleep tonight
You'll be in my dreams tonight, tho'
The song "Ilusm" by Gnash is a heart-wrenching track that speaks to the struggles of maintaining a relationship through tough times. The lyrics describe the disconnect between the two lovers, one who sees the light way before the dark and the other who always sees the end way before the start. While one person is busy with their busy life, the other is left longing for their time together. The relationship is hanging by a thread, and both parties are struggling to find the right words to express their emotions. The singer seeks affection, asking to feel loved, and cherished as their lives seem to have left them feeling emotionally numb.
Line by Line Meaning
I always see the light way before the dark
I tend to see the positive aspects of things even before any negative ones appear
And you always see the end way before the start
You are always worrying about the outcome or potential consequences of something before it even begins
I've been trying and; finding that things going right
I have been putting effort into making things work out well
Aren't as simple as everyone told me they would be
However, I am starting to realize that things are not as straightforward as people made them out to be
I know that u miss me
I am aware that you are missing me
I'm sorry I'm busy
I apologize for not being available because I am occupied with other things
And; don't make the time
I am not prioritizing making time for the things you ask of me
Out of breath
I am struggling to breathe
Out of time
I feel like I am running out of time or that time is slipping away from me
Is it your turn?
I am questioning whether it is your turn to take the lead or responsibility in this situation
Is it mine?
Or if it is still my responsibility
I can't sleep tonight
I am struggling to fall asleep tonight
Is it fine, if we find
I am pondering whether it is okay if we discover
That in time this isn't right
That over time this may not be the best solution or arrangement
I can't speak tonight
I am unable to articulate my thoughts or feelings tonight
Just make me feel special
I want to feel like I am unique and valued
And make me feel loved
I want to feel like there is affection and care directed towards me
Make me feel something
I want to feel an emotional connection or response, rather than numbness
Lately life's made me numb
I have been feeling emotionally desensitized or disengaged due to recent events in my life
I just want to hold you
I desire to physically embrace or hold you
For just long enough
Even if it is only for a brief period
So u don't get tired of me telling you
So that you do not become fatigued or frustrated with me expressing to you
I love u so much
How much I love you
If I take care of you
If I provide for you and cater to your needs
Who's gonna take care of me
Who will fulfill my needs and take care of me
I could just say take care and leave
I could simply offer a simple goodbye and depart
But I love how you stare at me
But I enjoy the way you gaze at me, indicating that you care for me
I stay cause I'm scared to leave
I am remaining in this situation because I fear leaving it
I'm not prepared to be
I am not ready or equipped to handle being
Lonely without you see
I would feel isolated and alone without you
That just won't feel right
It would not feel normal or natural
I need you in my life
I require you in my life
Don't make me, no
Please do not force me to
Don't make me go
Do not make me leave
In a city I don't know
To an unfamiliar place
Hit me three times ‘fore the show
I was struck or hurt three times before this event or situation
I need sleep tonight
I require rest or sleep tonight
You'll be in my dreams tonight, tho'
You will be present or prominent in my dreams tonight, though
Contributed by Thomas W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@PyroSebas
I found gnash by mistake, the FUCKING BEST MISTAKE IN MY LIFE.
@rudreego8342
find callmekarizma by mistake too ;P
@richard-kk6ww
i found i hate u i love u by gnash.. greatest video ive clicked on yet LOL
@justosmif909
+Richard Same😂
@charuvilokare682
Hahaha he's ❤
@sophiaricciuti
same
@ree560
i want him to be famous but i also want him to be our lil secret lol u feel me?
@kellystramat5754
yesss like I want to show my friends how amazing he is but I'm like eh he's mine you can suffer
@fakename922
saaaammee 😂💞💞
@THBATCHALLENGE
I do, but that's insane. Like it sounds ridiculous.