The song "Inside Outside Woman Blues #3" by Gov't Mule explores the theme of two different types of women and two types of cheating men in the world. It presents contrasting qualities and behaviors of these characters. The first verse introduces the concept of two kinds of women: naughty and nice. The naughty woman is described as someone who drives men crazy, but remains loyal and supportive. On the other hand, the nice or outside woman is portrayed as someone who may make a man feel good, but her history and intentions are uncertain. The chorus emphasizes that both types of women exist and that this differentiation is true. The second verse focuses on the perspective of men and their tendencies to cheat. It suggests that some men lie about their infidelity while others are honest about it. The lyrics acknowledge that women often view men as unfaithful dogs who betray their partners. However, even the most disloyal man desires someone to keep him warm and provide emotional support, rather than someone who will harm or deceive him. The chorus repeats the earlier message of having an inside and outside woman. The final lines of the song connect the themes of the two verses. It reiterates that the inside woman may satisfy a man's desires but eventually, she'll need an outside man, implying that relationships might shift or change over time. Overall, "Inside Outside Woman Blues #3" presents contrasting characters and their behaviors, highlighting the complexities of relationships and infidelity.
