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)      Chorus:   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      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)      Chorus      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!)      Chorus      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!)      Chorus