Two And Two
Jesus Jones Lyrics

The lyrics to Jesus Jones's song Two and Two delve into the complexities of life and human nature. The opening line, "Everyone's giving a piece of their mind," paints the picture of a world where everyone has an opinion and is eager to share it. The mention of "the deaf, the dumb, the stupid, [and] the blind" highlights the fact that even those who may not necessarily have all the facts or understanding of a situation still feel entitled to express their thoughts. The weight of their opinions is conveyed through the metaphor of crushing words, emphasizing the impact of words on people who doubt.

The second verse is a contrast to the first. It describes how when things are clear, and someone is near, everything is fine, and the sun will always shine. This idea of clarity and certainty is further explored in the chorus, where "two and two always equals four" implies that life is simple when you're sure. However, this certainty is challenged in the following lines: "Did you never hope for something more?" Here, the song suggests that even in the face of certainty and simplicity, there is something that people long for, something beyond the black and white, wrong and right, and the real and unreal.

The bridge also plays with certainty, starting with the pleas of "Help, save, change me / You can rearrange me." The use of the word "never" in the line "But never let me say I'm certain" creates a sense of unease and doubt, emphasizing the idea that perhaps certainty isn't everything. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the question posed in the previous verse and further highlighting the quest for something beyond simplicity and certainty.