Where people treat you cruel
And think your just a fool
I can tell you my friend, there's just one thing to do.
You've got to be real
You've got to be real now my friend
You've got to be real
You've got to be real till the end
You've got to be real think about it
You've got to be real.
Just tread softly, a day at a time
Win a little friendship, take it, all in stride
Move a little closer, maybe, they will realize
Love will prevail if you, go out and try
You've got to be real
You've got to be real now my friend
You've got to be real
You've got to be real till the end
You've got to be real think about it
You've got to be real.
Set a good example, and follow your heart
Then the people will see, just who you are
Try to make a difference in this world and you will see
It will be a happier place my friend, for you and me
You've got to be real
You've got to be real now my friend
You've got to be real
You've got to be real till the end
You've got to be real think about it
You've got to be real