Hallucination (feat. Years & Years)
Regard
Seeing Through the Illusion: The Deceptive Nature of Love in 'Hallucination'
In 'Hallucination (feat. Years & Years),' Regard and Years & Years delve into the complexities of a deceptive relationship. The song opens with a sense of confusion and betrayal, as the narrator receives a poem from someone who seems to be playing mind games. The lyrics, 'You must be single, that must be why / You sent me some poem the other night,' suggest that the sender is trying to manipulate the narrator's emotions, creating a sense of unease and mistrust.
As the song progresses, the narrator becomes increasingly aware of the facade their partner is putting up. The repeated lines, 'Don't be so fake, oh / Your love is a hallucination,' highlight the central theme of the song: the realization that the love they thought was real is nothing more than an illusion. This metaphor of love as a hallucination underscores the emotional turmoil and disillusionment the narrator feels as they begin to see through the haze of deception.
The collaboration between Regard and Years & Years brings a unique blend of electronic beats and soulful vocals, enhancing the emotional depth of the lyrics. The song's structure, with its repetitive chorus and introspective verses, mirrors the cyclical nature of toxic relationships, where the same patterns of hurt and betrayal repeat themselves. Ultimately, 'Hallucination' serves as a powerful reminder to trust one's instincts and recognize when love is not genuine, encouraging listeners to break free from the cycle of deceit and find clarity in their relationships.
