Brian Courtney Wilson - Be Real Black For Me Lyrics
Lyrics
Our time, short and precious
Your lips, warm and luscious
You don't have to wear false charms
'Cause when I wrap you in my hungry arms
Be real black for me
Be real black for me
Your hair, soft and crinkly
Your body, strong and stately
You don't have to search and roam
'Cause I got your love at home
Be real black for me
Be real black for me
In my head I'm only half together
If I lose you, I'll be ruined forever
Darling, take my hand and hold me
Hold me, hold me, hold me, hold me
You know how much I need you
To have you, really feel you
You don't have to change a thing
(Don't change, don't change)
No one knows the love you bring
Be real black for me
Be real black for me
Be real black for me
Be real black for me
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Video
Brian Courtney Wilson - Be Real Black For Me (Lyric Video) ft. Ledisi
Meaning & Inspiration
Brian Courtney Wilson's "Be Real Black For Me," released on June 18, 2021, offers a profound and resonant message, particularly in its collaboration with Ledisi. While the song doesn't overtly present itself as a Christian Gospel track in the traditional sense, its core sentiment speaks to an authentic and deeply valued connection that can be interpreted through a spiritual lens, drawing parallels to divine love and self-acceptance. The central plea, "Be real black for me," is not merely about superficial identity, but about embracing one's true essence, flaws and all. This resonates with the biblical understanding of God’s unconditional love, as described in Romans 5:8: "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The lyrics express a longing for an unvarnished, genuine affection, where the beloved doesn't need to "wear false charms" or "search and roam" for validation. This echoes the Psalms' emphasis on sincerity before God; Psalm 51:6 reassures us, "Surely you desire truth in the inner parts; you teach me wisdom in the inmost heart." The speaker's declaration of being "half together" and "ruined forever" without the other’s presence highlights the vulnerability and dependency found in profound human connection, a vulnerability that can mirror our reliance on God's grace. The fervent plea to "hold me, hold me, hold me" speaks to a deep-seated need for security and affirmation, mirroring the Psalmist's cry in Psalm 13:1, "How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?" The song champions the beauty of inherent qualities, from "soft and crinkly" hair to a "strong and stately" body, encouraging the recipient to embrace their unique physical attributes without the need for alteration. This aligns with the creation narrative in Genesis 1:27, which states, "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them," suggesting inherent divine worth in our very being. Ultimately, "Be Real Black For Me" is an ode to authentic love, urging acceptance of the whole person, a message that can inspire listeners to find and offer that same unfeigned love, whether in their earthly relationships or in their relationship with the divine, reminding us that God sees and cherishes our true selves.