In 'Illusions of Love', Summer Walker explores the complexities of falling for someone who turned out to be different from her initial vision. The song captures the feelings of attachment and betrayal while grappling with trust issues. Walker's emotive lyrics reflect the struggle of wanting to hold on to the memories of a perfect start contrasted with the reality of a flawed partner. This soulful track resonates with anyone who has faced the challenges of love and deception.
Verse 1:
I thought I saw a prince, shining bright in my mind
Wrapped in all the fantasies, I left my worries behind
Every word you whispered felt like magic, felt so real
But now I'm staring at a stranger, can't believe this is the deal
Chorus:
Oh, I see you now, not who you claimed to be
The love I had in visions, oh, it was just a dream
But still, I'm holding on, though you don't feel the same
Can't trust the man I've known, but I'm tangled in your name
Verse 2:
You played the sweetest melody, then turned it into pain
Caught up in your lies, baby, I’m the one to blame
Every memory we shared, feels like a fading light
But deep down I still love you, even if it’s not right
Chorus:
Oh, I see you now, not who you claimed to be
The love I had in visions, oh, it was just a dream
But still, I'm holding on, though you don't feel the same
Can't trust the man I've known, but I'm tangled in your name
Bridge:
Maybe I’m a fool to want to hold your hand
When deep inside I know, you’re not the man I planned
But attachments pull me closer, even when I wanna break
A heart divided, love and trust, what’s real is hard to stake
Chorus:
Oh, I see you now, not who you claimed to be
The love I had in visions, oh, it was just a dream
But still, I'm holding on, though you don't feel the same
Can't trust the man I've known, but I'm tangled in your name
Outro:
Yeah, I’m tangled in your name, tangled in your name
Love’s a bittersweet game, but I'm still feeling pain.
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the vision of him in my mind in the beginning of our relationship was fake because now I see who the real him is, but I still feel attached to him, but I can’t trust him
summer walker