[Chorus] Why do I gotta be black, you be white In order for us to do what's right Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along Why do I gotta be wrong, you be right I ain't trying to make a fight Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along [Verse 1] Now why can't we talk to each other like we got some sense And abandon the arrogant pretense Why can't we get along, get along [Verse 2] Now why can't we act like we got some education From the school of love's demonstration Why can't we get along, get along [Chorus] Why do I gotta be black, you be white In order for us to do what's right Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along Why do you gotta be right, I be wrong Just so we can get along Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along [Bridge] It's so silly when you think about it How we cling to such bigoted views And the rock on which we base our opinions Have nothing to do with our various hues If you were losing your life for the lack of CPR And your eyes were closing her doors Would it matter if I were gay, straight, black or white Could I put my mouth on yours Can you tell me what's the matter with people What's the deal going on here Can you express yourself Tell me what you're feeling inside Don't be afraid to swallow your pride Can you see this soul of mine Can you appreciate the divine [Chorus] Why do I gotta be black, you be white In order for us to do what's right Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along I don't understand, why do I gotta be wrong You be right, I ain't trying to make a fight Why can't we get along, why can't we get along Get along [Outro] Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along Why can't we get along, get along
