JaysAMess 27,843 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I feel like it's time we admit that Perfect Illusion is one of Gaga's best and most underrated songs and lead singles, with some of her best vocals and lyrics. And the video? Simple but allowing the song to speak for itself. I just think Perfect Illusion deserves more love tbh. Featuring the lyrics as a reminder so y'all can appreciate: Spoiler Trying to get control Pressure's taking 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) Oh, you were a perfect illusion I don't need eyes to see I felt you touching me High like amphetamine Maybe you're just a dream That's what it means to crush Now that I'm waking 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) It was a perfect illusion (But I feel you watching 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 watching me) (But I feel you watching me) Illusion (But I feel you watching me) Mistaken for love (Where are you? 'Cause I can't see you) (But I feel you watching 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) Oh, you were a perfect illusion Oh, it was a perfect illusion It was a perfect illusion Somewhere in all the confusion It was a perfect illusion, illusion, illusion It was a perfect illusion Somewhere in all the confusion You were so perfect You were a, you were a perfect illusion Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anveeroy 57,926 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I like the song, but the video gives me nightmares! Stream Kylie-Janet Discographies! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaysAMess 27,843 Posted April 22, 2021 Author Share Posted April 22, 2021 1 minute ago, Aarghya said: I like the song, but the video gives me nightmares! Why? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anveeroy 57,926 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 On 7/1/2020 at 9:05 PM, Aarghya said: I really can't watch the Perfect Illusion video. It gives me anxiety. Whenever I try to watch the video, it feels like GAGA is going to throw the mic on my face.. LOL! 1 minute ago, JaysAMess said: Why? This is why Stream Kylie-Janet Discographies! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FfFfFfFF 54,384 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I personally don't like the song (despite actively trying to ) I always skip it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo 3,000 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 Honestly this song is the definition of a grower, and might be the biggest grower in her discography. It felt like it was so out of left field when it came out but it's grown to me one of my faves. That key change for the last chorus? Heavenly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FfFfFfFF 54,384 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 Just Dance, Bad Romance, Applause, Shallow are such catchy songs. I personally don't know what went wrong with PI (and Joanne as a whole). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshie S 5,915 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 Loved this song since first play. It's so obvious what this song is REALLY about. Her ex-management, and also to certain parts of the "little monster" fan base. Those who don't like it are usually part of those certain few... The melody that you choose can rescue you ♥ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stupid Oreo 14,210 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 perfect delusion @ chromaclowns Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaysAMess 27,843 Posted April 22, 2021 Author Share Posted April 22, 2021 5 minutes ago, Aarghya said: This is why Gaga could throw the mic in my face and I'd say thank you. Spoiler I wouldn't, I would probably cry. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabi001 2,206 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I love the live performances and the overall sound of the song, but I don't think it was single worthy I'm not having fun tonight. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meta Mart 352 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 What a cool sound it has. Like a fuzzy blitz. That lo-fi-esque touch gives it a meaning that says "the illusion is imperfect, but illusions are imperfect magic" By Century's End We Will Have Another Lady Gaga Album Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SevenWonder 4,008 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I really like the song. (I love rock.) But I will always wonder what the Joanne era would have been like had Diamond Heart been the lead. Alas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CubbyGaga 2,342 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 Perfect Illusion hits HARD for me personally. I love it so much. It came out when I was going through a bad breakup and it helped me through a really tough time. I was honestly disappointed that the Joanne era didn’t reflect that intense pop/rock sound more. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HausofGabo 1,242 Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I love it, I think it’s my favorite lead single,although it doesn’t convey Joanne’s vibe. That bridge is everything. The only thing that I don’t really like about it, it’s the video. Way too fast, and those lights are a bit annoying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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