Funny Names

A stranger's a friend you just don't know
With a shake of the hand we could give it a go
I look kinda pale, they call me gringo
You got funny hair, they call you negro

But under the skin they say we're all the same
How come when I turn my back you call me funny names
How come when I turn my back you call me funny names
Funny names

I'm not like you, you're not like me
Don't think that will ever change, it's obvious to see
You're not like me, I'm not like you
Don't mean that we can't get along and like each other too

Cause under the skin they say we're all the same
How come when I turn my back, you call me funny names
How come when I turn my back, you call me funny names
Funny names

Recognise the difference, give thanks we ain't the same
Variety's the spice of life, hey fella, what's your name
Some live in the city, some come from ghettoes
Eat funny food, speak funny lingo

A stranger's a friend, you just don't know
Forever by your side, just like a shadow

Cause under the skin they say we're all the same
How come when I turn my back you call me funny names
How come when I turn my back you call me funny names
Funny names

How come you call me funny names (I'm not like you, you're not like me)
Funny names (I'm not like you, you're not like me)
Funny names