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Want to Be Real
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Aug 23, 2026 updated
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Chris August's song "Want To Be Real" is a heartfelt confession of a believer's desire for authenticity in faith. The lyrics express a longing to stop hiding and be genuine before God, acknowledging past struggles and the need for honesty. The chorus speaks of throwing out words not fully understood, yet trusting that God is present through the fight, saving the heart from doubt. The song captures a turning point from seeing God only in highs and lows to continuing to believe even without sight. It's a prayer for realness, surrendering pretense and embracing vulnerability in the journey of faith.
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I've never said this before, I've never opened that door so wide
No one else is around there's no good reason for me to hide
And I, I want to be real
[Chorus:]
So I'm throwing out words I don't fully understand
I could be talking to myself, but I don�??t think I am
�??Cause You're always there, through the fight
Saving my heart from the doubt inside
I'm not the man that I was, I used to see You in highs and lows
But now I'll keep on believing, even if I can�??t see You
And I, I wanna be real
[Chorus]
And I, I wanna be real, and I, I wanna be real
There's too much at stake and I'm tired of faking
I just wanna be real, I wanna be real
There�??s too much at stake and I don't care if I break
I wanna be real, I just wanna be real