Illusionate

Beseech's song 'Illusionate' delves into the haunting experience of losing oneself to the digital world. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person whose soul is being overtaken by confiding holograms, a metaphor for the overwhelming influence of technology and virtual realities. The protagonist feels as though someone else is pulling the strings, leading to a sense of helplessness and weakening resolve. This imagery suggests a loss of autonomy and control, as the digital realm begins to dominate their existence.

The chorus amplifies this sense of despair, describing an 'illusion made of glass inside a screen' that transforms the protagonist's soul into something 'completely black.' This transformation signifies a loss of emotional capacity, particularly the ability to love, which is a fundamental human experience. The mention of hallucinations further emphasizes the blurring of reality and illusion, as the protagonist struggles to distinguish between what is real and what is not. The digital world, once a source of connection and information, has now become a prison that distorts their perception and drains their emotional vitality.

In the second verse, the imagery becomes even more visceral with the plea for someone to 'paint my dreams in blood with no compassion.' This stark and violent metaphor underscores the brutality of the protagonist's experience, as their dreams and aspirations are tainted by the cold, unfeeling nature of the digital world. The reference to things being 'behind the curtain' suggests a hidden reality, one that is obscured by the facade of the digital illusion. The desperate cry for 'exit time' highlights the protagonist's yearning for escape from this oppressive and dehumanizing experience.