Canadian artist Dax, known for his thought-provoking lyrics and emotional depth, delves into the complexities of men’s mental health and societal expectations in his poignant track A Real Man, released on May 27, 2024, as a standalone single.

It is a powerful message about vulnerability, societal pressures, and the struggles faced by men in modern society.

Dax points out the contradictory demands of being vulnerable and emotionally available, yet stoic and never outwardly upset.

This masks men’s internal pain and dismisses their right to have feelings.

A Real Man tackles several interconnected themes, making it a resonant and thought-provoking piece.

Dax exposes the vulnerability men often suppress, highlighting the damaging effects of societal expectations that discourage emotional expression.

The song challenges the traditional masculine ideal, advocating for open communication and emotional honesty in relationships.

Dax’s lyrics also touch upon the mental health struggles faced by men, particularly depression and substance abuse.

By acknowledging these issues, the song aims to destigmatize mental health conversations and encourage men to seek help.

The repeated chorus reinforces the central message, urging listeners to reconsider what it truly means to be “a real man.”

A Real Man has resonated deeply with Dax’s fanbase and beyond.

The song’s relatable lyrics, combined with Dax’s passionate delivery, have sparked conversations about men’s mental health and societal expectations.

The track’s popularity is evident in its high streaming numbers and positive reception on social media.

Dax’s openness about his own struggles with mental health has further solidified his connection with fans.

By sharing his personal experiences, he creates a safe space for others to do the same.

With A Real Man, Dax has crafted a weighty yet melodically engaging exploration of male vulnerability and emotional repression.

By giving voice to these often marginalised struggles, he has delivered a resonant anthem imploring society to reframe masculinity as inclusive of the full emotional spectrum.

To fully appreciate the depth and nuance of Dax’s message, listen to A Real Man and reflect on its powerful lyrics.

You can find the song on various streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.

Also, check out his thought provoking song To Be A Man.

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Intro
Yeah, yo

Chorus
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
One who opens up the door
Hold her hands and still smiles when he feels bad
In control of his emotions, wears his heart on his sleeve but don’t get mad
One who gives her all his time
Puts his dreams to the side and gets a real bag
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
But what she wants is not for real, man

Verse 1
Realest story ever told
Can’t have a man who’s making money always home
Heart like a truck, that’s why he’s always on thе road
Providing everything you need to live thе life you say you want
Can’t have a man who wears his heart on his sleeve
That won’t rip once a while at the seams
Especially when you never take the time to look into his eyes
And hear him when he silently screams

Chorus
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
One who opens up the door
Hold her hands and still smiles when he feels bad
In control of his emotions, wears his heart on his sleeve but don’t get mad
One who gives her all his time
Puts his dreams to the side and gets a real bag (gets a real bag)
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
But what she wants is not for real, man

Bridge
That Disney movie that she wanted was a dream and not reality or something that she got
She put the man up on a pedestal, discards him when she found out he was human and he dropped
He’s not perfect but he tries to live up to her, her beautiful life
But as time goes by you’ll realize the man he once knew on the inside him died

Chorus
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
One who opens up the door
Hold her hands and still smiles when he feels bad
In control of his emotions, wears his heart on his sleeve but don’t get mad
One who gives her all his time
Puts his dreams to the side and gets a real bag
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
But what she wants is not for real, man

Verse 2
Love is patient, love is kind
Can be evil and also blind
God made man, then said in life
He’ll find good things when he finds his wife
So as a real man, broken and confused
Struggling, not knowing what to do
He dove to the bottom of the bottle, drowned in his sorrows
And prayed one day she would rescue
By stop pointing out at all his mistakes, be the place he felt safe
To express the emotions the world said he can’t
He’s the rock that she needs but she hammers away
At the love that he has like she wants it to break
Despite all of the pain, twisted and changed
Tryna become the whole picture she paints
Till she woke up one day, said she’s walking away
Looked him dead in the face and then screamed

Chorus
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
One who opens up the door
Hold her hands and still smiles when he feels bad
In control of his emotions, wears his heart on his sleeve but don’t get mad
One who gives her all his time
Puts his dreams to the side and gets a real bag (gets a real bag)
Yeah, she said she wants a real man
But what she wants is not for real, man