ILLENIUM, Avril Lavigne, Travis Barker - Eyes Wide Shut lyrics

ILLENIUM has once again captured the hearts of fans with the release of "Eyes Wide Shut," a collaboration with pop-punk icon Avril Lavigne and Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. Released on April 28, 2023, this track has garnered significant attention and praise from fans who couldn't have imagined such a collaboration.

Fans have described the song as a "fire" collaboration, with many expressing their love for the three artists coming together on the track. They have lauded the seamless fusion of ILLENIUM's electronic sound (on the other side there was a mixed response regarding the presence of ILLENIUM in the track. Some fans claimed they couldn't hear his influence in the song, while others praised his skills and said it was a dream come true to have their favorite DJ and vocalist collaborate), Lavigne's powerful vocals, and Barker's rhythmic drum beats (some admirers, however, expressed disappointment with the song's production, citing that it was overcompressed and that Travis Barker should not be mixing or producing songs), calling the song a "banger" and a "smash hit." Listeners have noticed the shift in Lavigne's sound, with many praising her for moving away from her typical "teenage bubble gum singles." They appreciate her maturing sound and the emotional depth the song brings. Fans have drawn parallels between "Eyes Wide Shut" and some of Lavigne's older songs, noting the similar vibes.

There has also been speculation about the song's lyrics, with some fans suggesting they may be about Lavigne's relationship with Mod Sun. Phrases like "have we outgrown this city" and "I don't get high off you anymore" have fueled this theory, but nothing has been confirmed. Plenty followers have requested a music video for the track, envisioning a visual representation of the song's story. New listeners and longtime fans alike have shared their love for the song, with some reminiscing about their history with the artists involved. A lot of people have been following Lavigne since her early days, while others discovered ILLENIUM more recently. Regardless of their history, fans agree that this collaboration is a gift from the heavens.

Artists: ILLENIUM with Avril Lavigne & Travis Barker
Song title: Eyes Wide Shut
Album: "ILLENIUM"
Track released on April 28, 2023