Lyrics: Delusional by Gracie Abrams
Look at me now Said I wouldn't do it, but I hunted you down Know you had a girl, but it didn't work out Know you bought a house, but you had to move out I'm not proud, 'cause I'm just scared of you shootin' it down You can just talk and I'll stare at your mouth It could be bad, but I won't find out And I wake up, in the middle of the night With the light on I feel like I could die 'Cause you're not here And it don't feel right 'Cause you're not here God, I'm actually invested Haven't even met him Watch this be the wrong thing, classic God, I'm jumping in the deep end It's more fun to swim, and Heard the risk is drowning, but I'm gonna take it I'm gonna take it Oh whoa, oh whoa Isn't it fun thinkin' I'm right when I'm probably wrong? Holding my breath, livin' in slowmo Knowing damn well that I haven't been touched by you Behind you in the club, you're coming to me You get to my door, and you can't even speak But I think that it's sweet, yeah I think that you're sweet And I wake up, in the middle of the night With the light on And you're not here God, I'm actually invested Haven't even met him Watch this be the wrong thing, classic God, I'm Jumpin' in the deep end It's more fun to swim and Heard the risk is drowning, but I'm gonna take it I'm gonna bend 'til I break and You'll be my favorite mistake I wish you would hold me, you're shakin' You're the risk, I'm gonna take it Why aren't you here in my bedroom Hopelessly boring without you Too soon to tell you, I love you Kiss you and tell you I love you! God, I'm actually invested Think I really want this I'm not even kidding No, I'm actually invested Haven't even met yet Wish that I was kidding, I'm not and I hate it God, I'm actually invested Haven't even met him Watch this be the wrong thing, classic God, I'm jumping in the deep end It's more fun to swim and Heard the risk is drowning, but I'm gonna take it Whoa-oh-oh I'm gonna take it Heard the risk is drowning, but I'm gonna take it Too soon to tell you I love you Too soon to tell you I love you Too soon to tell you I love you You're the risk, I'm gonna take it
Analysis: The Thrill and Fear of Vulnerability
“Delusional” captures the raw emotion of falling for someone before a relationship even begins. Gracie Abrams explores the intoxicating mix of hope, fear, and self-doubt that comes with new infatuation. The lyrics highlight the inner turmoil of risking heartbreak, the urge to dive in despite uncertainty, and the vulnerability of longing for someone who isn’t present. Abrams’ storytelling resonates with anyone who’s ever felt the dizzying anticipation of love that might be real—or just a fantasy.
Song Credits
- Artist: Gracie Abrams
- Songwriters: Gracie Abrams, Aaron Dessner
- Release Year: 2024
- Label: Interscope Records