Illusion
Ti.Pi.Cal. feat. Josh Lyrics

Just an illusion
All of this is just a false reality

I've been told 'bout living like a star
People have given me an idea of what it means to live extravagantly

Hotel rich champagne and caviar
Staying in luxurious hotels, drinking expensive champagne, and eating caviar is what society considers lavish living

But no one ever showed me the reverse
No one ever explained the downsides to this kind of lifestyle

And it really hurts
But experiencing those downsides is painful

They try to sell you body and your soul
People in the music industry try to exploit you for your talents, body, and soul

It's the price you pay for rock and roll
This is the cost of being a rockstar

And no one understands it, how you feel
No one seems to comprehend how you're affected by this lifestyle

For it's so unreal
It seems surreal

Oh it's so unreal
This is a surreal experience

Baby don't you cry for me
Don't feel bad for me

It's an illusion, just an illusion
It's all just a facade

I thought I knew what life should be
I used to think this was what a successful life looked like

It's an illusion.. Just an illusion
But it's actually just a mirage

When critics crucify your latest show
When critics tear apart your recent performance

Another drink and then you lose control
You turn to alcohol to cope with the stress and disappointment

But then on stage I feel a fire burn
However, when performing, you feel alive and inspired

There is no return
Once you start performing, there's no turning back

I'm always on the run
Life is constantly moving and changing for me

I give it to you babe with all my heart
I put my all into my music for you

For it's not too late, no it's not too late
It's not too late to make a change