A Life of Illusion
Joe Walsh
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Sometimes, I can't help but feeling that I'm Living a life of illusion And oh, why can't we let it be And see through the hole in this wall of confusion I just can't help but feeling I'm living a life of Illusion Pow, right between the eyes Oh how nature loves her little surprises Wow, it all seems so logical now It's just one of her better disguises And it comes with no warning, nature loves her little surprises Continual crisis Hey, don't you know it's a waste of your day Caught up in endless solutions That have no meaning Just another hunch, based upon jumping conclusions Backed up against a wall of confusion Caught up in endless solutions Living a life of illusion
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Written by: Kenneth R. Passarelli, Joseph F. Walsh
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12 facts about this song
Album Origin"A Life of Illusion" is a song by American musician Joe Walsh, which can be found on his album "There Goes the Neighborhood" released in 1981.
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Music VideoThough its music video was not as conceptually innovative as others of the time, the music video of "A Life of Illusion" stands out for its live-action and animated elements, showcasing Walsh's humorous and quirky character.
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Song WritingThe song was co-written by Joe Walsh and Kenny Passarelli. Walsh was not only a singer but also a talented songwriter.
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Unreleased SongInterestingly, "A Life of Illusion" was initially unreleased until it appeared on Walsh's album "There Goes the Neighborhood."
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Chart PerformanceDespite its late release, "A Life of Illusion" performed well on music charts. It peaked at No. 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
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Media FeatureThe song was famously used in the 2003 film The 40-Year-Old Virgin, widening its audience reach and popularity.
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Movie SoundtracksIn addition to The 40-Year-Old Virgin, "A Life of Illusion" has been featured in other notable movies such as The Warriors and Lords of Dogtown, proving its enduring popularity.
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Song InspirationIt's speculated that the song is about how fame and fortune can sometimes lead to a person living a life of illusion.
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Cover VersionsThe popular song has been covered by various artists over the years.
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Signature SongDue to its overall popularity and success, the song is considered one of Joe Walsh's signature songs.
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Album SuccessThe album "There Goes the Neighborhood," which includes "A Life of Illusion," went Platinum in the United States, indicating that it sold at least one million copies.
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GenreClassified as rock, the song has a distinctive upbeat rhythm and catchy melody that embodies the typical sound of 80s rock music.
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