Smoke & Mirrors
Paloma Faith
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I met you we made a pact Broke promises the system snaps All your lights and neon lights are old Dicta-coated miracles and then one day the curtain called Behind your smile you're bony and a fake Give it up You've been discovered (Ooh-ooh ooh-ooh) Don't look back 'cos you've just lost your lova' Give it up Your unillusioned (Ooh-ooh ooh-ooh) Play our tricks and all I get is just confusion And now we're through The show is over The audience is walking out the room You know it's true, when I told ya That all this gunk comes back around on you You said you were built to last You took my hand you made a pass The moon eclipsed and circled round my heart With your kiss my life began Your love it hit and then you ran And I hope you pay your dues I'm moving on Give it up You've been discovered (Ooh-ooh ooh-ooh) Don't look back 'cos you've just lost your lova' Give it up Your inillusioned (Ooh-ooh ooh-ooh) Play our tricks and all I get is just confusion And now we're through The show is over The audience is walking out the room You know it's true, when I told ya That all this gunk comes back around on you You might think I'm sitting home and crying But I'm not, oh no I've pulled the Queen of Clubs, there's no denying I'm having the time of my life And now we're through The show is over The audience is walking out the room You know it's true, when I told ya That all this gunk comes back around on you And now we're through The show is over The audience is walking out the room You know it's true, when I told ya That all this gunk comes back around All this gunk comes back around On you.
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Written by: PALOMA FAITH, ALISON MOIRA CLARKSON, STEPHEN PAUL ROBSON
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Behind the SongThe song "Smoke & Mirror" was featured in Paloma Faith's second studio album, "Fall to Grace," released in 2012, showcasing her powerful vocals and renowned songwriting talents.
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Chart SuccessThe album "Fall to Grace" peaked at number two in the UK Albums Chart, suggesting the popularity of its songs, including "Smoke & Mirrors".
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InspirationsPaloma Faith was ultimately influenced by the music styles of soul and jazz, which can be seen in "Smoke & Mirrors".
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Lyrics & MessageThe lyrics of "Smoke & Mirrors" depict the theme of deceit, echoing the complexity of human relationships. This gives the song a deep, emotional undertone.
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Music VideoWhile there's no official music video created specifically for "Smoke & Mirrors", there are several live performance videos of it by Paloma Faith available online.
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Co-writer"Smoke & Mirrors" was co-written by Paloma Faith, along with Graham Kearns, and Jodi Marr, representing a collaboration of significant talents.
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Live Performances"Smoke & Mirrors", due to its popularity, has been performed at several live events and shows, which has further boosted its reach.
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ReceptionThe song has received praise from music critics, who have especially lauded Faith's vocal range and emotional depth exhibited in the song.
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Soundtrack InclusionThe song was also used in the soundtrack of the popular American television show, "The Vampire Diaries" season 4, giving it an international audience.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe song is interpreted by listeners as a reflection on the illusions and deceptions within relationships, making it relatable and emotionally impactful. The lyrics "I've given you up, 'cos all you do is let me down…." underlines this powerful theme.
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