Illusion
Nu Look Lyrics
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Lè mwen t'ap grandi, m'pat konprann lavi, m'te konn bay manti
Paske mwen te vle kache verite k' te konn fè'm kriye
Bay moun responsab relasyon k' pat stab, chans te gwo koupab
Se ak maturite m'vinn reyalize se te destine m
Lavi'm se yon mistè, yon etènèl illusion
Si desten te ban m chwa, m'tap evite les pleurs
Ni douleur, ni malheur pa t'ap obstruer bonheur m
Pa kwè nan reziye, mwen plis kwe nan lite
Mwen pa kwè nan detwi, mwen plis kwè nan konstwi
Pa kwè nan abandon, mwen plis kwè nan pardon
Kè m pare pou'l renmen, domaj ke se an ven
O, si desten te ban'm chwa, m'tap evite les pleurs,
Ni douleur, ni malheur patap obstrue bonheur'm
Pa kwè nan reziye, mwen plis kwè nan lite
Mwen pa kwè nan detwi, mwen plis kwè nan konstwi
Pa kwè nan abandon, mwen plis kwè nan pardon
Kè m pare pou'l renmen, domaj ke se an ven
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Nu-Look
O Papa Bondye pouki se mwen menm ki toujou ap pase mizè,
Ki pa janm bouke plenyen san'm pa fè anyen
O non non non non, mwen pa egzijan
Depi moun nan konprann mwen, depi moun nan ka renmen'm
M'ap pran'l ak bra ouvè
Mwen avèk lanmou nou fè menm wout chak jou
Men pou yon rezon nou pa janm bay lanmen
M'pa swete pèsonn janm nan sitiyasyon
Pou tounen yon viktim san ou pa menm fè krim
La la la la la
Paz, Touche'm Dous
Junior Port-de-Paix ap fete
Nènè, yo di m ou an plus
La la la la la
Tout sa mwen eseye, mezanmi mwen echwe
(David gran frè'm mwen mele)
Eske mwen kondane pou vi mwen malheureux
(BS patne'm m'antrave)
Tout sa mwen eseye, mezanmi mwen echwe
(Gerald the best, mwen mele)
Eske mwen kondane pou mwen pa janm heureux
Lanmou s'on zam a doub tranchan, se yon mal nesesè
San li menm lavi'w s'on lanfè, se yon pact ak Lucifer
Eseye pa pi gwo peche, mwen p'ap dekouraje
Mwen konnen g'on jou k'ap pou mwen
Bondye pa bay pèn san sekou
Tout sa mwen eseye, mezanmi mwen echwe
(Country patnè m mwen mele)
Eske mwen kondane pou vi mwen malere
(ZIgizag patnè m m'antrave)
Tout sa mwen eseye, mezanmi mwen echwe
(Ralph Shackleton, mwen mele)
Eske mwen kondane pou mwen pa janm heureux
Lanmou s'on zam a doub tranchan, se yon mal nesesè
San li menm lavi'w s'on lanfè, se yon pact ak Lucifer
Eseye pa pi gwo peche, mwen p'ap dekouraje
Mwen konnen g'on jou k'ap pou mwen
Bondye pa bay pèn san sekou
The song "Illusion" by Nu Look is a poignant representation of the complexities of life and relationships. The opening verse highlights the singer's growth and maturity, acknowledging past mistakes and the consequences of hiding from the truth. The lyrics then shift to the ambiguity and fleeting nature of life, referred to as an eternal illusion. The singer expresses a desire to evade pain and sorrow in life, yet acknowledges the inevitability of both. The chorus emphasizes the singer's belief in perseverance, forgiveness, and construction rather than destruction. The song later touches upon the pain and struggles of life, yet maintains a positive outlook with the belief in God's assistance in times of trouble. The overall message of the song is one of hope and determination to overcome the challenges faced in life.
One interesting fact about "Illusion" is that it was released in 2006 and became an instant classic in the Haitian music scene. Nu Look, a Haitian Kompa band from Carrefour, Haiti, has been active since the late 90s, gaining popularity worldwide for their soulful Kompa music. Another fun fact is that "Illusion" was included in their acclaimed album "What About Tomorrow," which won the "Album of the Year" award at the Haitian Music Awards in 2007. The song has since been covered by different artists and continues to be a fan favorite at Haitian parties and events.
Line by Line Meaning
Lè mwen t'ap grandi, m'pat konprann lavi, m'te konn bay manti
When I was growing up, I didn't understand life and would tell lies
Paske mwen te vle kache verite k' te konn fè'm kriye
Because I wanted to hide the truth that used to make me cry
Bay moun responsab relasyon k' pat stab, chans te gwo koupab
Giving people who were not responsible in relationships a chance made me guilty
Se ak maturite m'vinn reyalize se te destine m
It was only with maturity that I realized that it was my destiny
Lavi'm se yon mistè, yon etènèl illusion
My life is a mystery, a perpetual illusion
Aimer à l'imparfait se seul conjugaison m
Loving in the past is my only conjugation
Si desten te ban m chwa, m'tap evite les pleurs
If destiny gave me a choice, I would avoid tears
Ni douleur, ni malheur pa t'ap obstruer bonheur m
Neither pain, nor sorrow would obstruct my happiness
Pa kwè nan reziye, mwen plis kwe nan lite
I don't believe in revenge, I believe in fighting
Mwen pa kwè nan detwi, mwen plis kwè nan konstwi
I don't believe in destruction, I prefer construction
Pa kwè nan abandon, mwen plis kwè nan pardon
I don't believe in abandonment, I believe in forgiveness
Kè m pare pou'l renmen, domaj ke se an ven
My heart is ready to love, unfortunately, it's too late
O Papa Bondye pouki se mwen menm ki toujou ap pase mizè,
Oh God, why is it always me who experiences misery?
Ki pa janm bouke plenyen san'm pa fè anyen
Who never stops complaining without me doing anything
M'ap pran'l ak bra ouvè
I will accept it with open arms
Lanmou s'on zam a doub tranchan, se yon mal nesesè
Love is a double-edged sword, it's a necessary evil
San li menm lavi'w s'on lanfè, se yon pact ak Lucifer
Without it, your life is hell, it's a pact with Lucifer
Eseye pa pi gwo peche, mwen p'ap dekouraje
I won't be discouraged, even if I commit great sins
Mwen konnen g'on jou k'ap pou mwen
I know there will be a day for me
Bondye pa bay pèn san sekou
God doesn't give punishment without help
Contributed by Jordan Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.