Illusion
If Not for Me Lyrics

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Lie awake, think how your life has changed. Fall asleep to the sound of your heart beating.
Was it just an illusion of how things were meant to be? Because in reality, you'll never see what I see.
If all we know is temporary pain, the promises we've made along the way won't mean a thing. If all it takes to build a legacy is to stand alone and die for my beliefs, that's all we need.
All we need.
What do you do when you wake up and realize this world has nothing for you? This is the only life we get. What are we doing if we make nothing of it?
Was it just an illusion of how things were meant to be? Because in reality, you'll never see what I see.
You will amount to nothing if you don't stand for something. I refuse to waste what I have. If I can't live my life, I'd rather be dead.
You will amount to nothing if you don't stand for something.

If all we know is temporary pain, the promises we've made along the way won't mean a thing. If all it takes to build a legacy is to stand alone and die for my beliefs, that's all we need.

All we need.

Overall Meaning

The song "Illusion" by If Not for Me discusses the struggle of finding meaning and purpose in life and the importance of standing up for one's beliefs. The lyrics convey a sense of introspection and reflection, as the singer contemplates how their life has changed and the illusion of what they thought it would be. They describe falling asleep to the sound of their heart beating, which could represent a longing for inner peace and fulfillment.

The lyrics question whether what they believed in was just an illusion, suggesting that they may have had unrealistic expectations or ideals about their life. They express frustration with the temporary nature of pain and the promises made along the way, indicating that they feel disillusioned with their journey thus far. The mention of building a legacy and standing alone to die for beliefs suggests a desire for something greater, something that will give their existence meaning and purpose.

The song's overall message seems to be that it is necessary to find something worth standing for in order to create a meaningful legacy. The singer refuses to waste their life and would rather die than live without purpose. They emphasize the importance of having something to believe in and the impact it can have on one's life.

Overall, "Illusion" explores themes of disillusionment, finding purpose, and making a lasting impact through one's beliefs and actions.

Line by Line Meaning

Lie awake, think how your life has changed.
Stay awake and reflect on how your life has transformed.

Fall asleep to the sound of your heart beating.
Drift into slumber while listening to the rhythmic sound of your own heartbeat.

Was it just an illusion of how things were meant to be? Because in reality, you'll never see what I see.
Is it possible that our perception of how things should unfold was merely a delusion? Because in truth, you will never comprehend the vision I hold.

If all we know is temporary pain, the promises we've made along the way won't mean a thing. If all it takes to build a legacy is to stand alone and die for my beliefs, that's all we need.
If our existence is defined by fleeting suffering, the commitments we've made throughout our journey will hold no significance. If the sole requirement to establish a lasting impact is to courageously stand alone and perish for our convictions, then it is the only requirement we need.

All we need.
That is all we require.

What do you do when you wake up and realize this world has nothing for you? This is the only life we get. What are we doing if we make nothing of it?
When you awaken and acknowledge that this world offers nothing of value to you, what actions do you take? This life we currently possess is our sole chance at existence. What is the purpose of our existence if we fail to create something meaningful?

You will amount to nothing if you don't stand for something. I refuse to waste what I have. If I can't live my life, I'd rather be dead.
If you don't firmly advocate for a cause, you will lead a meaningless existence. I am determined not to squander the potential and opportunities I possess. If I am unable to live a fulfilling life, I would prefer death.

If all we know is temporary pain, the promises we've made along the way won't mean a thing. If all it takes to build a legacy is to stand alone and die for my beliefs, that's all we need.
If our comprehension is limited to transitory agony, the commitments we've forged during our journey will hold no significance. If the sole requirement to establish a lasting impact is to courageously stand alone and perish for our convictions, then it is the only requirement we need.

All we need.
That is all we require.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Hayden Calhoun, Patrick Glover, Zac Allen

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