Real
BJRNCK Lyrics

You, you (I—), you, you, you (I—)
The repetition of 'you' represents the confusion and mixed emotions the singer has towards the person they are addressing.

I hope the sun burn out then the moon don't glow (why?)
The singer is expressing their avoidance of being vulnerable and exposed in the light, and would rather be in darkness.

Not that I'm scared of the light
The singer clarifies that their preference for darkness does not stem from a fear of the light itself, but rather a fear of being seen.

I'm just scared when you see me all my wounds gon' show
The artist is afraid that their vulnerabilities and weaknesses will be revealed and judged by the person they are addressing.

I wonder how far that excuse gon' go
The artist questions the validity of their avoidance tactic and its effectiveness in hiding their vulnerabilities.

Can't consume no more if it ain't room no more
The singer suggests that they have reached their limit of emotional capacity and cannot handle any more stress or burdens without feeling full or overwhelmed.

Why you always with your friends, never cool solo?
The singer questions the reasons for the person's constant need to be around others and their reluctance to spend time alone with themselves.

Why you always like the lightin' in the room so low?
The artist is curious about the person's preference for dimly lit spaces, possibly as a means of maintaining a sense of mystery or hiding something.

I think you know 'bout, I think you know 'bout my disguise
The artist believes that the person they are addressing is aware of their attempts to hide their vulnerabilities and weaknesses behind a facade or 'disguise'.

And what's the point in tryna hide?
The artist questions the purpose and effectiveness of continuing to hide their vulnerabilities and weaknesses, when the person they're addressing may already know about them.

I think that I've been compromised
The singer admits that their attempts to hide their vulnerabilities and weaknesses have been unsuccessful, possibly due to the person they are addressing being aware of them.

I'm unsure what I really see with you, uh
The artist is uncertain about their perception and understanding of the person they are addressing, possibly due to conflicting behaviors or actions.

It's clear to me you want the fame
The singer perceives that the person they are addressing is seeking attention and recognition, possibly for shallow or self-serving reasons.

Ridin' 'round in fast cars not in your own name
The singer questions the authenticity and ownership of the person's possessions, and suggests that they may be borrowing or leasing them instead of owning them outright.

Thinking if you impress me, I'll let you claim
The singer notes the person's attempts to impress them, possibly in hopes of gaining their approval or recognition.

Truth is I invest in me, you're too late
The artist clarifies that they prioritize their own personal growth and development above anyone else's attempts to impress or gain their approval.

So, you know that ain't shit to me, no
The artist emphasizes that material possessions or superficial attempts at impressing them hold no value or significance in their eyes.

I just needed something stable, passionate, pure
The singer expresses their desire for a relationship that is built on stability, genuine passion, and purity of intention.

I got my own check (check), Baby Benz just to match (match)
The singer asserts their financial independence and ability to provide for themselves, without relying on anyone else's resources or possessions.

No, no this ain't new to me, I thought I told you that
The artist suggests that their independence and financial stability are not recent developments, and that they have communicated this to the person they are addressing before.

What I need right now, you just can't buy that shit from the store, oh
The artist asserts that the emotional connection and support they require cannot be obtained from material possessions or external sources, but rather from genuine human connection and understanding.

I just need the real (I just need the real), real, real, real, real honesty, yeah
The artist emphasizes their desire for genuine and sincere honesty from the person they are addressing, rather than superficial attempts at impressing or hiding their true selves.

I don't mean to be short when I talk
The singer acknowledges their brevity in conversation and clarifies that it is not intended to be dismissive or uninterested.

But I told you I'm onto your ego
The artist asserts that they are aware of the person's self-centeredness and are not fooled by their attempts to impress or gain attention.

It ain't you, diamond, see right through
The singer emphasizes that they are able to see past the person's facade or 'disguise' and perceive their true intentions and motivations.

Fancy house up on the hills but I don't believe it's true, ooh, true
The singer expresses their skepticism towards the authenticity and value of material possessions and suggests that they are not impressed by external appearances.

Can't fool me, I've been down this road
The singer asserts that they have experienced similar relationships or encounters before and are not easily fooled by superficial attempts at impressing or concealing one's true self.

Ain't no home if the sun don't rise on your love
The artist suggests that a true sense of 'home' or emotional fulfillment can only be achieved through genuine and sincere connection with others, rather than superficial or material possessions.

And I can't wait for you to be free
The artist expresses their desire for the person they are addressing to be free from their own ego and self-centeredness, in order to cultivate a genuine and fulfilling relationship.

But right now, you just gotta live without me
The singer asserts their independence and autonomy, and suggests that the person they are addressing may need to work on themselves before they can establish a genuine and fulfilling relationship with the singer.