Illusion
Kalsi Lyrics


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Appreciate the familiar faces
Thank you for being patient
I just needed a second to get my feet off the pavement
Another world awaits me
I don't know what my mission is
Nowadays I got thicker skin
It ain't for defense, its a reminder to keep wishing big
And never wishing I didn't exist
I imagined another perspective
One filled with vivid memories
One where the cushions is the only thing I sink into
One where I'm watching my kids in the living room
You asked me back then, I wouldn't believe you
I was trying to fit in when I didn't need to
So if it wasn't fair then please forgive me
I'm just happy to still be living

Awoken by these paintings of a road that wasn't taken
Was guided by your face, but I should've known you were dangerous
Now you treat me like a stranger
What happened to those promises
You turned, they still follow me
Truth will always prosper
Illusions you've been lost in
Is that why you won't call me
Is that why you won't call me
Is that why you won't call me
Is that why you won't call me
Is that why you won't call me
Is that why you won't call me





Kalsi oye, agg bahut aa

Overall Meaning

In the first verse of Kalsi's song "Illusion," the artist expresses gratitude towards familiar faces for their patience and understanding. The singer acknowledges needing a moment to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. They reflect on transitioning to another world where they are unsure of their purpose or mission. Despite this uncertainty, the singer has developed a thicker skin not for protection, but as a constant reminder to dream big and to never regret their existence. This shift in perspective allows them to envision a future filled with positive memories, such as watching their children play in the living room. The singer admits to previously trying too hard to fit in where they didn't belong, but emphasizes their current state of contentment with simply being alive.


In the next verse, the singer awakens to the realization that they were led astray by someone whose intentions were not genuine. Despite being guided by this individual's influence, the singer now sees them as dangerous and distant. The betrayal of promises made by this person has left the singer feeling like a stranger, with a sense of confusion and loss. The singer grapples with the illusions they were once enveloped in, now questioning why this person has distanced themselves and no longer reaches out. The repetition of "Is that why you won't call me" underscores the singer's longing for answers and closure from the individual who has turned away.


The name "Kalsi" mentioned in the lyrics could refer to the artist or a significant person in the singer's life, potentially adding a personal touch to the narrative. The concluding line, "agg bahut aa," in Punjabi, translates to "fire is too much," and could symbolize the intensity of emotions or situations being experienced. It could suggest that the singer is engulfed in overwhelming feelings, whether it be anger, passion, or turmoil. The overall theme of disillusionment, broken promises, and self-realization pervade the song, delving into themes of personal growth, betrayal, and the complexities of relationships. The artist's introspective lyrics and emotional delivery invite listeners to reflect on their own experiences of navigating illusions and authenticity in relationships.




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Written by: Rajandeep Kalsi

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