1. Let's say you're at a pie contest, let's say that you're the judge
   And there's lemon, lime and watermelon rind, 
   And one that looks like fudge
   You can't tell which pie you like the best 
   If you only eat the crust
   In order to complete the test a bite of filling is a must
   (A bite of filling is a must) 
   
R: Inside, Inside, that's the most important part
   Inside, Inside, that's the place you've got to start
   Inside, Inside, that's where you'll find the heart of the matter 
   
2. Let's say you're at a birthday party 
   And let's say you've just turned eight
   And there are presents everywhere and all of them look great
   You can't tell which one's your favorite 
   By just looking at the bow
   To pick one out from all the rest unwrap each present, 
   Then you'll know
   (Unwrap each present then you'll know) 
R:
   
3. Children are the very best, each one a joy and pride
   Just how we know, I bet you guessed: 
   We took the time to look...
   (inside!) 
R:
   
4. Let's say you're at a library 
   And there's stacks and stack of books
   There's even stacks on top of stacks everywhere you look
   There are stories about mystery and sports and famous lovers
   To pick one out from all the rest 
   You've got to open up the covers
   (You've got to open up the covers!) 
R: