On indicators, price action, and the illusion of 'edge'

It's always fascinating to watch the debate unfold regarding indicators versus pure price action, especially in the CFD space where leverage amplifies every nuance. I've been around long enough to have seen the full spectrum, from complex multi-indicator systems promising the moon to the 'naked chart' purists who preach simplicity. My take? The former often just creates more noise, giving a false sense of security with pretty lines and lagging signals. We're seeing this play out in various markets; for example, trying to predict the top or bottom of $USDTRY at 46.8619 using an RSI on a 15-minute chart feels a bit like reading tea leaves while riding a unicycle. Similarly, chasing $BRENT as it bounces around 78.66 on an ADX cross often feels like you're reacting to yesterday's news. The real edge, if there is such a thing, seems to lie in understanding market structure, volume, and then maybe using an indicator as a confirmation tool, not a primary driver. Otherwise, you're just trading your indicators, not the market. Am I missing something fundamental here, or is the indicator-heavy approach just a crutch for those who haven't learned to truly read the tape? Push back if you think I'm off base.