Mirage
Jellybean feat. India Lyrics
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Just A Mirage" which was a totally different song.
JAM was a Hi Nrg/
Eurobeat song whereas "
Mirage" was a Freestyle one.
This song didn't chart on its own, however, it was a local hit in the markets where Freestyle music was popular and thriving.
It is considered to be an influential release for the genre.
This song is notorious for the main lyrics sung by India being so unintelligible that even nearly 30 years later, many are still wondering what she is saying.
She has performed the song live numerous times and it's clear that there are some lyrics, but some of it is just vocalizing and scatting.
The song Mirage by Jellybean feat. India is a classic freestyle dance song that is adored by fans of the genre. The song's main message is about the pain and disillusionment that can come from being in an illusory relationship. India's voice is both wistful and somber at the same time, as she sings about being "lost in a mirage." She expresses her frustration with a lover who is not living up to their promises and is just leading her on with false illusions.
The song's chorus expresses her longing to break free from the relationship and be released from the "mirage" that is causing her pain. The lyrics evoke feelings of confusion and desperation as she tries to come to terms with the reality of the situation. Despite the melancholic lyrics, the song has a driving dance beat and an irresistible groove that keeps you moving.
Overall, the song is a bittersweet exploration of the emotional turmoil that comes with being caught up in an illusionary love affair. It is a song that captures the essence of freestyle music and is a timeless classic that continues to be admired by fans of the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
This was the B-side to Jellybean's single "Just A Mirage" which was a totally different song.
While "Just A Mirage" was a Hi Nrg/Eurobeat song, Jellybean's "Mirage" was in the Freestyle genre, and it was released as its B-side.
JAM was a Hi Nrg / Eurobeat song whereas "Mirage" was a Freestyle one.
Jellybean's "Just A Mirage" song had a Hi Nrg/Eurobeat genre, and "Mirage" was made in the Freestyle genre.
This song didn't chart on its own, however, it was a local hit in the markets where Freestyle music was popular and thriving.
While "Mirage" didn't make it to the charts, it was a regional hit in areas where there was a thriving love for Freestyle music.
It is considered to be an influential release for the genre.
"Mirage" is thought to be an influential production in the Freestyle genre.
This song is notorious for the main lyrics sung by India being so unintelligible that even nearly 30 years later, many are still wondering what she is saying.
The main lyrics sung by India in "Mirage" are so unclear that, despite the song being almost 30 years old, people are still uncertain about what she is saying.
It has been said that India improvised the lyrics as she was recording them in the studio as she was told to just "feel the groove and go with it" so she did.
India is said to have created the lyrics for "Mirage" on the spot while recording, encouraged to 'follow the vibe' of the song.
She has performed the song live numerous times and it's clear that there are some lyrics, but some of it is just vocalizing and scatting.
While India has sung "Mirage" live many times, some portions of the song contain lyrics, but there are many parts where she vocalizes and scats rather than conveying clearly defined lyrics.
Contributed by Taylor Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
alex
Great explanation. Thank you!
@luisponce71
There will never be anything like oldschool freestyle.🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷
@skorpio1119
If I could just go back for one day again @the Tunnel /Underground /Funhouse /Palladium (Manhattan) & Abbey Road /Papagalo /Silver Screen (Astoria, Queens)...EPIC ! FREESTYLE FOREVER !!💃🔥💃
@jamesbraun2855
Emerald city
@TzadikTheManic
You’re making me sooo nostalgic those were my haunts among others (Red Zone, Limelight, MK’s, Marrs, The Roxy, The Shelter etc!). Also India has always made me melt instantly with every track she has ever graced 🖤🖤
@OneWickedEvo
Roseland - drive to Jersey and hit up Foxes or Passions!
@gyomartin7949
Forgot club world les nyc
@lucyrodriguez4146
Yes! Abbey Roads and silver screen don't forget papagalos club too but to me Abbey and silver were the places to go and always had a good time and it was 2 blocks from home! 😊 Those were the good old days! 😢
@vcervantez1
This song is definitely a Jam! Hello FREESTYLE Nation
@LipstickOCD
80s in nyc..cant compare!!