Illusion
True-D Lyrics


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Tell me shawty like what do you see
I was driving my tank was on E
Brodie stressed so he rollin the leaf
And I swear that nobody believed
Tell me baby like what do you know
You can go head look deep in my soul
Different week but these ain't different clothes
Who know me
I swear nobody know
I'll do this shit on my own
I'm steady provin em wrong
People be asking what's wrong
But does it matter what's wrong
Cause if you can't change it then I'd rather not
I remember my pops was in jail on that cot
I den been through it all just to be at the top
I den been through it all just to be at the top
Just leave me alone
Rather be in my zone
I don't even know what love is
And baby I'm grown
They be saying I've grown
Just a kid from the tone
I don't really know what love is
But I'll make you moan
No one ever showed me what love is
I don't really know what love is
No one ever showed me what love is
Tell me shawty like what do you see
I was driving my tank was on E
Brodie stressed so he rollin the leaf
And I swear that nobody believed
Tell me baby like what do you know
You can go head look deep in my soul
Different week but these ain't different clothes




Who know me
I swear nobody know

Overall Meaning

In "Illusion" by True-D, the lyrics delve into the artist's search for identity and love. The song begins with the artist questioning what people perceive when they look at him. He shares a personal anecdote about driving his car with an empty tank, emphasizing his struggles and the lack of belief in his potential. The mention of his friend "Brodie" rolling a leaf indicates their attempt to find solace in unconventional ways.


The lyrics continue with the artist asking someone what they truly know about him, inviting them to explore his soul. He expresses a sense of repetition and the feeling of being misunderstood, as each week may bring new circumstances but he remains internally unchanged. Despite this, he proclaims that he will prove others wrong and asserts his independence, choosing to focus on his own journey.


As the song progresses, True-D touches on his difficult upbringing without a present father figure, implying that he has had to overcome numerous obstacles to achieve success. He reflects on the pursuit of his dreams, reinforcing his determination to reach the top. However, he admits his uncertainty about love, mentioning that he doesn't know what it truly means. The lyrics suggest that no one has ever shown him what love is, amplifying his feelings of isolation and the need for self-discovery.


Overall, "Illusion" explores themes of self-identity, perseverance, and the search for love amidst personal trials. It showcases the artist's vulnerability and his desire to be understood and loved.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me shawty like what do you see
Please, my love, enlighten me with your perception


I was driving my tank was on E
I found myself in a situation where my energy was depleted


Brodie stressed so he rollin the leaf
My friend Brodie, overwhelmed by life, seeks solace through smoking marijuana


And I swear that nobody believed
I promise you, nobody had faith in my abilities


Tell me baby like what do you know
Please, my love, share your knowledge with me


You can go head look deep in my soul
Feel free to explore the depths of my being


Different week but these ain't different clothes
Though the weeks pass, my attire remains the same


Who know me
Nobody truly knows who I am


I swear nobody know
I genuinely believe that nobody understands


I'll do this shit on my own
I will accomplish these tasks independently


I'm steady provin em wrong
Persistently proving my doubters wrong


People be asking what's wrong
Individuals inquire about my well-being


But does it matter what's wrong
Nonetheless, does it hold significance what troubles me


Cause if you can't change it then I'd rather not
If it cannot be altered, I prefer not dwelling on it


I remember my pops was in jail on that cot
I recall my father being imprisoned, resting on a cot


I den been through it all just to be at the top
I have endured numerous experiences solely to achieve success


Just leave me alone
Simply grant me solitude


Rather be in my zone
I would prefer being in my personal state of mind


I don't even know what love is
I lack comprehension of the true nature of love


And baby I'm grown
Yet, my dear, I have matured


They be saying I've grown
Others claim that I have matured


Just a kid from the tone
Only a young individual from a particular area


I don't really know what love is
I honestly don't understand the essence of love


But I'll make you moan
Nevertheless, I possess the ability to bring pleasure and satisfaction


No one ever showed me what love is
No individual has ever demonstrated the true meaning of love to me


I don't really know what love is
I truly lack comprehension of the essence of love


No one ever showed me what love is
I have never received a demonstration of the true meaning of love


Tell me shawty like what do you see
Please, my love, enlighten me with your perception


I was driving my tank was on E
I found myself in a situation where my energy was depleted


Brodie stressed so he rollin the leaf
My friend Brodie, overwhelmed by life, seeks solace through smoking marijuana


And I swear that nobody believed
I promise you, nobody had faith in my abilities


Tell me baby like what do you know
Please, my love, share your knowledge with me


You can go head look deep in my soul
Feel free to explore the depths of my being


Different week but these ain't different clothes
Though the weeks pass, my attire remains the same


Who know me
Nobody truly knows who I am


I swear nobody know
I genuinely believe that nobody understands




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Written by: Brett Scott

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