Jacob’s first tour, “The last text world tour”, happened in 2017. The singer has over 9M followers on Instagram and more than 23M fans on TikTok.
For Real
Jacob Sartorius Lyrics
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I got problems, can't you tell?
I need help, but you're not around
Left me here, I'm on the ground
Yeah, I lie, lie, lie, lie
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
Even though I'm dead inside
I don't feel alright
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
Show me something real
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
It's real, for real
The simulation glitching
And my heart is broke, a piece is always missing
When I talk, you don't ever seem to listen
You're always getting high, maybe that's the reason why
Yeah, I lie, lie, lie, lie
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
Even though I'm dead inside
I don't feel alright
Show me something real
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
Show me something real
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
Yeah, I lie, lie, lie, lie
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
Even though I'm dead inside
I don't feel alright
Yeah, lie, lie, lie, lie
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
Even though I'm dead inside
I don't feel alright
Show me something real
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
Show me something real
I don't know how to feel
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
You'll probably break my heart
And leave me empty for the thrill
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
That's for real
The lyrics of "For Real" by Jacob Sartorius are about feeling lost and alone. The singer expresses his troubles and the fact that he needs help, but he cannot find anyone to help him. He lies to everyone, including himself, by saying that he is fine when he is not. The chorus expresses a desire for someone to be with him and show him something real because he is living in a simulation and feeling numb.
The verses of the song paint a picture of a broken heart and a longing for something genuine. The singer feels like something is always missing from his life, even when he talks, and no one is listening. He blames his feelings on someone else, who is always getting high, and he is trying to cope by lying to himself about feeling fine. However, he knows that he is dead inside and not okay.
Overall, "For Real" showcases the pain of feeling alone and the desire for true connections. The singer wants to feel something authentic in his life and not just go through the motions.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm all alone, I'm by myself
I am currently alone and do not have anyone to talk to
I got problems, can't you tell?
I am facing issues and it's evident from my behavior
I need help, but you're not around
I require assistance but the person I seek help from is absent
Left me here, I'm on the ground
I am stranded and feel helpless
Yeah, I lie, lie, lie, lie
I tend to deceive others by lying
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
I pretend to be doing well to others, even though I'm not
Even though I'm dead inside
Despite being unhealthy mentally and emotionally, I try to maintain the facade of being okay
I don't feel alright
I am not doing well mentally or emotionally
Show me something real
I want to experience genuine emotions or connect with someone authentically
I don't know how to feel
I'm struggling with identifying and articulating my own emotions
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
I desire someone genuine to be with me and offer support
You'll probably break my heart
I acknowledge the possibility that the person I become close to may hurt me
And leave me empty for the thrill
The person who gets close to me may do so for the excitement, only to leave me feeling emotionally drained
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
Despite the fear and risks of being vulnerable, I crave genuine connection and emotions
It's real, for real
I am emphasizing the importance and authenticity of my desire for genuine connection and emotions
The simulation glitching
I feel like reality is not working as it should be or is not as I expected it to be
And my heart is broke, a piece is always missing
I feel emotionally broken and incomplete
When I talk, you don't ever seem to listen
I don't feel heard or understood by the person I am communicating with
You're always getting high, maybe that's the reason why
The person I am communicating with is preoccupied with substance use or a similar activity that prevents them from understanding me
Yeah, I lie, lie, lie, lie
I tend to deceive others by lying
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
I pretend to be doing well to others, even though I'm not
Even though I'm dead inside
Despite being unhealthy mentally and emotionally, I try to maintain the facade of being okay
I don't feel alright
I am not doing well mentally or emotionally
Yeah, lie, lie, lie, lie
I tend to deceive others by lying
Tell everybody that I'm fine, fine, fine, fine
I pretend to be doing well to others, even though I'm not
Show me something real
I want to experience genuine emotions or connect with someone authentically
I don't know how to feel
I'm struggling with identifying and articulating my own emotions
I just wish I had somebody with me, that's for real
I desire someone genuine to be with me and offer support
You'll probably break my heart
I acknowledge the possibility that the person I become close to may hurt me
And leave me empty for the thrill
The person who gets close to me may do so for the excitement, only to leave me feeling emotionally drained
But I'm so numb I just want to feel something
Despite the fear and risks of being vulnerable, I crave genuine connection and emotions
Writer(s): Jonathan Shave, Anthony Rodini, Matthew Marino, Jason Pebworth, Darryl Reid, George Astasio, Jacob Sartorious
Contributed by Molly H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Frosty
Who else forgot about him and decided to check in on him? 😂
Moyannaise5
Same I was re watching daz and he was on a video about Jacob so I checked
delmundo
me
Miracon000 fez
Me
Anise Carvalho
Meee
Logan Coffey
Me
mckycrn
the fact this guy got so much hate and is still releasing music shows how strong he is. mad respect
Taylor Jones
yea fr and no cap it isn’t even bad music anymore
Z A
I mean, what else is he going to do? He’s gotta make money some way. This is the obvious way for him to do that.
Jason In The A.M
@Z A it's not the obvious way. He can make music other ways. He doesn't sing well. But even if his music got better idk, he still cannot sing. No hate though, but he can find another talent or sumn.