Illusion
Sally Rose Lyrics

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When actions speak
Louder than words
I learned I never loved you
I loved the illusion of you
You disguised every lie
With sweet words that
Warmed my heart
Shame on you for blinding my eyes

Shame on me for believing you needed time
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I know you’ll never forget
Neck kisses under the rain
You struck me as rad
The kid with a warm, warm heart
Shame on you for blinding my eyes
Shame on me for believing you needed time
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
You’re my illusion
You’re my illusion
You’re my illusion
You’re my illusion
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you

I loved the illusion of you
I loved the illusion of you

Overall Meaning

In Sally Rose's song "Illusion," the lyrics explore the theme of deception and the realization that the love one had for another was based on an illusion rather than genuine feelings. The song begins by acknowledging that actions can often speak louder than words, leading the singer to the realization that their love was not for the person themselves, but for the image and illusion they projected. The person being addressed in the song disguised their lies behind sweet words that had the power to warm the singer's heart. However, as the song progresses, both parties are held accountable for their roles in the deception. The singer acknowledges their own naivety in believing that the other person needed time, while also shaming the person for blinding their eyes to the truth.

The second part of the song highlights some positive memories shared between the singer and the person they loved. This further emphasizes the conflict within the singer, as they try to reconcile the genuine moments they experienced with the realization that it was all part of an illusion. The repetition of the line "Shame on you for blinding my eyes, shame on me for believing you needed time" underscores the disappointment and self-blame felt by the singer.

Overall, the lyrics of "Illusion" delve into the complex emotions surrounding deception in a relationship. It explores the consequences of building relationships on false pretenses and the ensuing pain when the illusion shatters.

Line by Line Meaning

When actions speak
When someone's actions are louder and more truthful than their words

Louder than words
More impactful and revealing than spoken promises

I learned I never loved you
I realized that the love I felt for you was not genuine

I loved the illusion of you
I was attracted to the false image of who you pretended to be

You disguised every lie
You masked each deceitful statement

With sweet words that
By using comforting and charming language

Warmed my heart
Made me feel loved and cared for

Shame on you for blinding my eyes
You should feel guilty for deceiving me and making me blind to the truth

Shame on me for believing you needed time
I should feel guilty for trusting that you genuinely needed space and time

I know you’ll never forget
I am aware that you will always remember

Neck kisses under the rain
Intimate moments of affection shared while it was raining