Two Sides
Gorilla Biscuits Lyrics

Some people think they're always right
Certain individuals firmly believe that their perspectives on any given topic are always accurate and incontrovertible.

And right is all they'll ever be. Well
Moreover, these people feel that their viewpoint is the correct one, and that they will never bother to consider anyone else's opinion.

There's two sides and egos divide. And
However, in reality, every situation has two sides, and divisive personalities often tend to place themselves at odds with the other side.

We're so concerned with who's right.
The preoccupation with being and proving oneself right is a significant problem that hinders fruitful discussions and collaboration.

These people are so quick to judge. Let's
Individuals who believe they possess the ultimate perspective on an issue often make hasty judgments about those who disagree with them.

Get the judgement straight. It's not who's
Instead, it would help if we all focused on making fair judgments based on merit and agreed-upon, reasonable criteria, not just on whether a person is right or wrong.

Wrong it's how we get along. And I'm not
While it is essential to identify best solutions, having civil and productive interactions with those we do not agree with is equally paramount, which is still not happening.

Too sure that we do yet.
Despite our present-day technological advancement, human relationships and interactions are still fraught with simple issues like disagreeing on topics and viewpoints.

TRUTH is a word that you're of. It's all
This section highlights how the previous lyrics directly related to the topic of one's truth being more influenced by one's perspective than cold, hard fact.

You said but I'd love to see you give
An invitation is given to the individual described as always right to hear someone else's perspective on a topic openly.

Someone else a chance.
By considering different perspectives respectfully, we can build better relationships and have productive conversations that can lead to solutions that substantially improve our communities.

Open up, it's not so hard. Is hard what
Another invitation is given to stop being so obsessed with activism and start being more open to other perspectives and individuals, which can be a challenge for many people who seek to put up hard fronts to prove their points.

You want to be to kick some ass. It's a
Some individuals may maintain that being combative strengthens their position, hence the temptation to be hard and aggressive.

Sure bet you'll get your way, but with no
However, being belligerent and aggressive often results in burning bridges and isolating oneself. An individual's hard style may result in short-term gains but may prove self-sabotaging in the long run.

Friends left.
Being combative can cause an individual to lose valuable connections and relationships that they may have made over the years.

Don't say you know what I'm about,
An illustration of how genuinely understanding another person goes beyond the surface-level perspective of their personalities and ideologies.

Because you don't. For God's sake give
No one can claim to know everything about another person, so it is crucial to approach every argument or conversation with an open mind to truly understand what another person is going through or trying to communicate.

Me a fucking break. You don't even know
People who come on too strong, even in conversations and arguments, may be pushing their views on others without really acknowledging that the other parties have their views and opinions.

My name.
This line expresses the extent of the individual's self-focus such that other people can't even get the basics of his identity right amidst an argument.

I listen to the things you say, I've
This line illustrates the level of attention and sensitivity that has been given to the arguments presented by the opposing side.

Weighed the facts out in my head. Can
Logical reasoning is preferred and necessary to weigh arguments's credibility notwithstanding the artist, but some personalities may disregard arguments based on the artist alone.

You do the same...No, then don't waste
However, some individuals refuse to give any cogent argument a chance, even the ones presented by people they generally disregard, making such persons deem it necessary to just move on without presenting their arguments to such rigid folks.

My time.
Individuals unwilling to consider any other perspective will also not give the person they're disagreeing with any chance to present their side of things, which can make such a dialogue unproductive.

This time my mind is set. My side you'll
The writer has had enough and has decided to take sides and not be bothered about persuading the other side to see the best interest of all.

Never get.
This person decides that they will no longer humor people who are unwilling to have a mutually respectful conversation but instead hold steadfastly to their opinion and preoccupy themselves with winning arguments.

What I say. What did you say. We can
The conversations between two opposing individuals illustrate that most issues have multiple sides, which can be challenging to reconcile in arguments.

Both be right just not in the same way.
Each person can have a valid perspective on an issue that may even seem diametrically opposed to the other viewpoint. Still, both sides can contribute solutions that would ultimately yield desirable outcomes for everyone involved in a respectful, mutually beneficial conversation.

You think we could reach some common
Finally, the writer seems to suggest that common grounds are necessary for people to remain civil and interact peacefully. Sadly, that does not seem feasible given the rigidity and unwillingness to compromise from some staunch personalities.

Ground...No...no way.
Ultimately, some individuals will never even consider meeting their opponents halfway, resulting in unproductive conversations that end in frustration and discord.