by Gary Maclean

Created on: November 18, 2011   Last Updated: February 10, 2012

Why do we ever have to say "in other words?"
why can't we get it right the first time around?
Are we trying to sound important?
Say what you mean don't try to astound

If one thinks that "other words" will say it better
Use the "other words" and don't try to amaze
Say it plain the first time you say something
Don't speak in riddles, I'm in a daze

Keep it simple stupid, I know someone once said
Don't put on airs and try to astonish us
Just get it said and say it with feeling
Just give us your heart, no muss, no fuss

In other words, what I am saying is, say it
Say what you came here to say and tell me straight
In other words don't beat around the bush
Just give it to me, give me my fate

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