I really think that we all think
We'd like to get along.
I also think that I am right,
Which means I think that you are wrong.
As soon as you admit that fact,
I'm sure we can proceed.
With me expressing my demands,
To help you meet my needs.
Your list of wants is lengthy,
And my list of needs is long.

Aware am I that you might think,
To choose to disagree.
But I must persist and list
What you must do to succour me
When you protest you've had no rest
In ceaseless search of peace.
Can I reply “it’s you, not I,
That's bent on self increase”?
I think you tie yourself in knots,
Not letting me be free.

I think I could give a little,
But you know I have my pride.
And you have yours, and both are hurt,
And both are deep and wide.
It's far more complicated,
Than it ever was before.
I am wanting more and more,
Whilst you want more and more.