(Verse 1)
I’ve been hiding in the shadows, playing by the rules
Trying to be what they wanted, but feeling like a fool
Smiling for the pictures, talking just to please
But inside I’m screaming, longing to be free
(Pre-Chorus)
Oh, I’m done with the mask, done with the lies
No more pretending, I’m opening my eyes
If you love me, love me for who I am
Not some picture-perfect version, just a part of the plan
(Chorus)
This is the real me, no more disguise
No more faking, no more lies
I won’t be silent, I won’t hide
I’m stepping out into the light
The real me, yeah, the real me
(Verse 2)
I used to chase approval, afraid to stand alone
But now I’ve found my fire, I’m claiming back my throne
Every scar, every story, they all made me strong
I won’t change for nobody—I’ve been me all along
(Pre-Chorus)
Oh, I’m done with the mask, done with the lies
No more pretending, I’m opening my eyes
If you love me, love me for who I am
Not some picture-perfect version, just a part of the plan
(Chorus)
This is the real me, no more disguise
No more faking, no more lies
I won’t be silent, I won’t hide
I’m stepping out into the light
The real me, yeah, the real me
(Bridge)
I won’t break, I won’t bend
This is my truth, this is the end—
Of all the fear, of all the shame
Now I stand proud, I say my name
(Outro)
So take me or leave me, I won’t change
I’m not afraid, I’ve turned the page
No more doubts, I’m finally free
Standing tall as the real me
REAL ME was written by Endijs Indulis Kārkliņš.
REAL ME was produced by Endijs Indulis Kārkliņš.