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James Hersey is an independent solo project/band. The 24 year old guitarist writes, produces, and performs soulful songs with unique pop sensibility and vocals. Launched in Vienna, Austria (home to half of his family) in 2010, James rapidly gained support from major alternative outlets as well as mainstream media. His current single "Don't Say Maybe" is charting in the Top-5, and his mixtape "TWELVE" earned him an Artist Of The Month title at Radio FM4.

Sold-out shows in his hometown, as well as support slots and collaborations with the likes of Train, Left Boy, and Manu Delago (Bjork) promise a long career for the young singer songwriter.

Available Releases:

TWELVE (Mixtape) - December 2012

Forever Yours (Single) - October 2012

All I Want (Single) – June 2012

It Ain’t Over (Single) – November 2011

Stand Up For You (Single) – May 2011

James Hersey EP – June 2010

Real For You
James Hersey Lyrics

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I don't know what you came from
Don't know what you left behind
So don't be afraid 'cause
I'm not gonna use it against you now
I know what you came for
'Cause I know what you like
But it don't make sense how
You could be so

You say it's the same to you
But I can't shake the feeling off my mind
That you want more, you want more
Something in the way you look
Away like you don't need me at your side
But you want more, you want more

Real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you
Real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you
Real for you
I feel for you

I don't know what you're running from
Don't know what the past may hide
So don't push away 'cause I'm not gonna let you fight me
I know what you need now
'Cause I know what you like
If you just come over
We could get

You say it's the same to you
But I can't shake the feeling off my mind
That you want more, you want more
Something in the way you look
Away like you don't need me at your side
But you want more, you want more

Real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you
Real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you

Real for you
I feel for you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of James Hersey's "Real For You" narrate a conversation between two people who seem to be in a complicated relationship. The singer sings about not knowing where their partner came from, neither what they left behind, but does not judge them for it. They assure their partner that they will not use any information against them. Then, they claim to know what their partner wants, but they do not fully understand why they act the way they do.

The chorus repeats the phrase "real for you," which seems to refer to some sort of emotional transparency or honesty. The singer admits that they cannot help but be authentic with their partner, that they get "real for you." They also claim to feel something for their partner, that they empathize with them and care about them.

The second verse starts by reiterating that the singer does not know what their partner is running from or what they hide from their past. They encourage their partner to come over, possibly to talk through their issues. The chorus repeats once again, emphasizing the concept of realness.

In summary, "Real For You" is a song about the complications of a relationship, where both parties seem to want more from each other but also have underlying issues that they may not completely understand. The singer emphasizes their desire to be real and empathetic to their partner.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't know what you came from
I am not aware of your background or heritage

Don't know what you left behind
I am not aware of your past experiences

So don't be afraid 'cause I'm not gonna use it against you now
You do not need to fear disclosing anything to me because I will not use it against you

I know what you came for 'Cause I know what you like
I am aware of what you are looking for because I know your preferences

But it don't make sense how You could be so
I do not understand how you can be in this situation

You say it's the same to you But I can't shake the feeling off my mind That you want more, you want more
You claim to be content with what you have but I sense that you desire something more

Something in the way you look Away like you don't need me at your side But you want more, you want more
Your mannerisms suggest that you do not require my presence but I believe you yearn for something extra

Real for you I can't help it, I get real for you I feel for you When I get real for you I can't help it, I get real for you I feel for you When I get you, you Real for you I feel for you
I am very authentic and sincere with you because I truly care for you and feel for you

I don't know what you're running from Don't know what the past may hide So don't push away 'cause I'm not gonna let you fight me
I do not understand what you are escaping from or what secrets the past might be hiding, but do not distance yourself from me because I will not allow you to combat me alone

I know what you need now 'Cause I know what you like If you just come over We could get
I understand what you require presently because I know your preferences, and if you just come to me, we could acquire it

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I don't know what you came from
Don't know what you left behind
So don't be afraid 'cause
I'm not gonna use it against you now
I know what you came for
'Cause I know what you think
But it don't make sense how
You could be so
You say it's the same to you
But I can't shake the feeling off my mind
That you want more, you want more
Something in the way you look
Away like you don't need me at your side
But you want more, you want more
Real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get you
Real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you
Real for you
I feel for you
I don't know what you're running from
Don't know what the past may hide
So don't push away 'cause I'm not gonna let you fight me
I know what you need now
'Cause I know what you like
If you just come over
We could get
You say it's the same to you
But I can't shake the feeling off my mind
That you want more, you want more
Something in the way you look
Away like you don't need me at your side
But you want more, you want more
Real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get real for you
I can't help it, I get real for you
I feel for you
When I get you
Real for you
I feel for you
When I get you, you
Real for you
I feel for you