In a broader sense, "wanna_be_real" is a rejection of the label.
Several artists use this phrase to explore the tension between fame/expectations and personal truth. wanna_be_real
Their 1981 R&B hit "I'll Be Worthy" and similar era tracks often played with the concept of "being real" in romantic relationships. In a broader sense, "wanna_be_real" is a rejection
It aligns with platforms like BeReal , which encourage users to post unedited photos at random times to capture "real" life rather than staged moments. In a broader sense