Precious Illusions

"Precious Illusions" is a song written, recorded and produced by Alanis Morissette, for her fifth album Under Rug Swept (2002). It released as the album's second and final international single on 5 August 2002. Its lyrics describe a conflict between idealism and realism, and its protagonist refers to her childhood fancies as "precious illusions" that she has distanced herself from with a feeling that reminds her of "parting with an imaginary friend".

Precious Illusions

"Precious Illusions" is a song written, recorded and produced by Alanis Morissette, for her fifth album Under Rug Swept (2002). It released as the album's second and final international single on 5 August 2002. Its lyrics describe a conflict between idealism and realism, and its protagonist refers to her childhood fancies as "precious illusions" that she has distanced herself from with a feeling that reminds her of "parting with an imaginary friend".