Perfect Illusion
Lady Gaga
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Tryin' to get control Pressure's takin' its toll Stuck in the middle zone I just want you alone My guessing game is strong Way too real to be wrong Caught up in your show Yeah, at least now I know It wasn't love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) Mistaken for love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) You were a perfect illusion I don't need eyes to see I felt you touchin' me High like amphetamine Maybe you're just a dream That's what it means to crush Now that I'm wakin' up I still feel the blow But at least now I know It wasn't love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) Mistaken for love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) (Where are you, 'cause I can't see you) It was a perfect illusion (but I feel you watchin' me Dilated, falling free In a modern ecstasy) (Where are you, 'cause I can't see you It was a perfect illusion (But I feel you watchin' me) Illusion (but I feel you watchin' me) Mistaken for love (where are you 'cause I can't see) (But I feel you watchin' me) Mistaken for love (dilated, falling free in a modern ecstasy) Mistaken for love In a modern ecstasy In a modern ecstasy I'm over the show Yeah at least now I know It wasn't love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) Mistaken for love, it wasn't love It was a perfect illusion (perfect illusion) (Aah) you were a perfect illusion (Aah) it was a perfect illusion It was a perfect illusion Somewhere in all the confusion It was a perfect illusion, illusion (illusion) It was perfect illusion Somewhere in all the confusion You were so perfect You were a, you were a perfect illusion
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Written by: Stefani J Germanotta, Michael Tucker, Kevin Richard Parker, Mark D. Ronson
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
12 facts about this song
Release Details"Perfect Illusion" was released on September 9, 2016, as the lead single from Lady Gaga's fifth studio album, "Joanne."
|
Album RankingThe song debuted at number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the highest debuts of her career.
|
Production TeamIt was produced by Lady Gaga herself, with Mark Ronson, Kevin Parker of Tame Impala, and BloodPop as co-producers.
|
Song Theme"Perfect Illusion" represents an illusion of love and the aftermath of a tough relationship.
|
Music StyleIt's an upbeat, disco-rock song, showcasing Gaga's powerful vocals while reflecting 70s music nostalgia.
|
Music VideoThe music video was shot in the desert outside of Los Angeles and directed by fashion photographers Ruth Hogben and Andrea Gelardin.
|
InfluencesGaga stated that the song was influenced by her part in the movie "A Star is Born," which was in pre-production at the time.
|
Album SuccessIt helped Lady Gaga's Joanne album to debut at number 1 on Billboard 200 in October 2016.
|
Live PerformancesLady Gaga first performed "Perfect Illusion" in the middle of the desert during a surprise performance.
|
ReceptionDespite mixed reviews from music critics, the song stood at number 1 on iTunes charts in 60 countries within a short time of its release, further proving her strong fan base.
|
Lyric MisinterpretationMany fans speculated that the song was about her break-up with ex-fiancé, actor Taylor Kinney. However, Gaga clarified that it was about public and media misconceptions.
|
Recording Locations"Perfect Illusion" was recorded in several studios, including Pink Duck Studios in California and Shangri-La Studios in Malibu.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Perfect Illusion Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 12 Jun 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/33416038/Lady+Gaga/Perfect+Illusion>.
Discuss the Perfect Illusion Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In