Can't Pretend

I wonder what it means
When we say the things we say
Is it truth or just a play
Or somewhere in between?
What am I to do?
Please give me a tangible clue

I can't pretend
I need the real thing
I can't pretend
Life goes on and something has got to give
I can't pretend
I need to know the reason why

I won't come very far
In a passive state of mind
Leaving others to define
Who you really are
With an open heart
I'm trying to take it apart

I can't pretend
I need the real thing
I can't pretend
Life goes on and something's gotta give
I can't pretend
I need the real thing
I can't pretend
Can you hear me? I'm calling out your name