Time Is Real
Jabs Lyrics

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If I say I love you
Would you say it back
I was just tryna
Run on the track
To make myself heal
Is that all you feel
None of this is real

If I say I love you
Would you say it back
I was just tryna
Run on the track
To make myself heal
Is that all you feel
None of this is real

Why do I dream
Why do I dream
Of you and me
Being a thing
Love me like you said you did
But never give up
I don't care if you slip
Just get back up
Let's do this again
But try to win
Cuz you left me
Left me with no wind
Inside my chest
Everything you say
Send memories through my head
Should I blow my brains
Should I go insane
Dude I don't wanna talk
Dude I don't wanna talk

If I say I love you
Would you say it back
I was just tryna
Run on the track
To make myself heal
Is that all you feel
None of this is real

If I say I love you
Would you say it back
I was just tryna
Run on the track
To make myself heal
Is that all you feel
None of this is real

Feelings make me
Feel like ish
Thoughts make me
Want one more kiss
Would this even work out
I can say with a doubt
It won't work out
Cuz I cause all the pain
Make you say my name
Like crazy insane
Like crazy insane
Like crazy insane

If I say I love you
Would you say it back
I was just tryna
Run on the track
To make myself heal

Is that all you feel
None of this is real

Overall Meaning

In "Time Is Real" by Jabs, the singer explores the complexities of love and the sense of uncertainty that comes with it. The lyrics reflect on the vulnerability of expressing love, questioning if the reciprocation of those feelings is genuine. The singer is running on the track, metaphorically implying their efforts to heal and move forward, but they feel unsure if their actions and emotions are truly being understood or valued by the person they love. The repetition of the line "if I say I love you, would you say it back" highlights the fear of rejection and the desire for reassurance and validation.

The second part of the song delves deeper into the emotional turmoil experienced by the singer. They question the significance of their dreams and fantasies, wondering why they imagine a future with someone who may not truly reciprocate their feelings. The lyrics suggest a longing for love and a desire for the other person to demonstrate their love through actions rather than empty words. The singer expresses their frustration and pain, but also their willingness to continue trying, despite the fear of being hurt again. However, they recognize that the situation may not work out and acknowledge their own role in causing pain.

Overall, "Time Is Real" explores the complex emotions of love, the fear of vulnerability, and the longing for a genuine connection.

Line by Line Meaning

If I say I love you
If I express my affection for you

Would you say it back
Will you reciprocate those feelings

I was just tryna
I was simply attempting

Run on the track
Move forward in life

To make myself heal
To find emotional recovery

Is that all you feel
Do you only feel that much

None of this is real
None of these emotions are genuine

Why do I dream
What is the reason behind my dreams

Why do I dream
Why do I dream

Of you and me
About the possibility of a relationship between us