Now that you’re here, baby
(Now that you’re here)
I don’t ever want, don’t ever want to be without you
(I don’t wanna be without you)
No, babe
(I can barely breathe without you)
And I know that it’s clear, baby (Know that it’s clear)
‘Cause I get that feeling that I only get when I’m around you
(Only with you, that’s how I know that it’s real)
Nobody else, that’s why I know it’s real
That’s how I know we gon’ make it
Can’t turn my back ’cause you’re my baby
Sometimes I admit I do get hurt
But the question I ask then is
Do I really love you? (Yes)
Do I think our love is gonna pass the test? (Yes)
And honestly, I do
I do
Some things last forever
But we know that’s not always true
Just how I will always be here for you, you
I got a bag full of goodies, goodies (I got a bag, baby)
And I can’t feel my face, yeah
Is it real or fake? (Oh, oh)
Real or fake? Real or fake?
Oh, this love thing, yeah, yeah (Ha ha)
And you don’t know what you be doing to me
Girl, your love’s got me high
Is it real or fake?
This love thing
Baby, I just wanna hold you
Wanna hold you (Wanna hold you), kiss you, and squeeze you
Is it real or fake?
Your booty, this love thing
And baby girl, I need you
I need you, I need you
Ha ha, and I don’t wanna wait
For this love thing
Baby, I just wanna hold you (Hold you)
Put all of my loving all on ya (On ya)
Let me show you how it really is (Baby, let me show you)
This love thing (Let me show you)
And boy, you know I’m repping Houston (Houston)
So baby, you know I can turn up on ya
Show you how real this could really get
This love thing
Some things last forever
But we know that’s not always true
Just how I will always be here for you, you
I got a bag full of goodies, goodies (I got a bag, baby)
And I can’t feel my face, yeah, oh, oh
Is it real or fake?
Oh, this love thing, yeah, yeah (Ha ha)
And you don’t know what you be doing to me
Girl, your love’s got me high
Is it real or fake?
This love thing
Baby, I just wanna hold you
Wanna hold you (Wanna hold you), kiss you, and squeeze you
Is it real or fake?
Your booty, this love thing
And baby girl, I need you
I need you, I need you (Yeah)
Ha ha, and I don’t wanna wait
For this love thing
Oh, is it real—
I got a bag full of goodies, goodies (I got a bag, baby)
And I can’t feel my face, yeah, oh, oh
Is it real or fake?
Oh, this love thing, yeah, yeah (Ha ha)
And you don’t know what you be doing to me
Girl, your love’s got me high
Is it real or fake?
This love thing
Baby, I just wanna hold you
Wanna hold you, kiss you, and squeeze you
Is it real or fake?
Your booty, this love thing
And baby girl, I need you
I need you, I need you
Ha ha, and I don’t wanna wait
For this love thing
Oh, is it real or fake?
Exploring Love’s Uncertainty
In “Real Or Fake,” Chris Brown delves into the timeless question of whether love is genuine or just an illusion. The lyrics capture the intense emotional highs that come with new romance, highlighting both vulnerability and desire. Brown’s vocal delivery emphasizes the internal struggle between trust and doubt, as he wonders if his connection is true or fleeting. The repeated question—”Is it real or fake?”—serves as the song’s central theme, portraying the intoxicating and sometimes confusing nature of love.
The Intensity of Desire
Throughout the track, Brown expresses a deep longing to be close to his partner, yearning for both emotional and physical intimacy. This passion is juxtaposed with honest admissions of uncertainty and fear of heartbreak. The playful yet sincere tone reflects the complexity of modern relationships, where feelings can be overwhelming and ambiguous at the same time.
Song Credits
Artist: Chris Brown
Release Year: 2024