Illusion
One Direction · Four [2014]
[All:]
Tell me you believe in love
It's not an illusion
[Liam:]
I been thinking about the nights
And the dangerous tricks
People play on the eyes of the innocent
I can turn a lot of hearts into
Breaks with smoke and
Mirrors disappearing
Right in front of them
[Harry:]
But believe me
I'm not trying to deceive you
I promise falling for me
Wont be a mistake
[Zayn:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
[Liam:]
You don't ever have to worry about me
About how the cards fall
I'm all that you need tonight
I would never turn your heart into
Broken parts
You don't have to think twice
Looking in my eyes
[Louis:]
Can't you see it?
I'm not trying to mislead you
I promise falling for me
Wont be a mistake
[Zayn:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
[Niall:]
You can tie me up in chains
You can throw away the key
But there's no trapped doors
I'm not gonna leave
You're the truth I can't explain
You're the only one I see
Its not an illusion to me
[All:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion
Tell me you believe in love
It's not an illusion
[Liam:]
I been thinking about the nights
And the dangerous tricks
People play on the eyes of the innocent
I can turn a lot of hearts into
Breaks with smoke and
Mirrors disappearing
Right in front of them
[Harry:]
But believe me
I'm not trying to deceive you
I promise falling for me
Wont be a mistake
[Zayn:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
[Liam:]
You don't ever have to worry about me
About how the cards fall
I'm all that you need tonight
I would never turn your heart into
Broken parts
You don't have to think twice
Looking in my eyes
[Louis:]
Can't you see it?
I'm not trying to mislead you
I promise falling for me
Wont be a mistake
[Zayn:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
[Niall:]
You can tie me up in chains
You can throw away the key
But there's no trapped doors
I'm not gonna leave
You're the truth I can't explain
You're the only one I see
Its not an illusion to me
[All:]
No baby this is not an illusion
I've really got my heart out on my sleeve
Oh baby this is not an illusion
There's magic between you and me
No baby this is not an illusion
You really got me lifted on my feet
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion to me
So tell me you believe in love
Cause its not an illusion
About Illusion
"Illusion" serves as a pivotal track on One Direction's 2014 album *Four*, marking a significant evolution in the group's sonic identity. Released during their transition from boy band pop to a more mature sound, the song blends electronic elements with emotional vocals to explore themes of perception and reality. It stands as a key component of their discography during this era, reflecting the band's ambition to appeal to a broader audience while maintaining their signature melodic hooks. The recording showcases the group's growth as songwriters and performers, distinguishing it from their earlier hits while reinforcing their status as a major force in contemporary pop music.