You Were Right by Built To Spill

1.) Make an inference about the lyrical content of the song and explain it.

The singer has obviously gone through some hard times, indicated by how he says that the person he's talking to was wrong about everything being alright, showing that things were not alright. Another indicator is where he states that manic depression's a frustrating mess, implying that he suffers from manic depression, an entirely unpleasant, and, as the speaker states, a frustrating mess of a situation to endure.

2.) Write one analytical statement about the musical content of the song and explain/support it.

The tempo is fast, and the sound is rather upbeat, though this is in contrast to the gloomy lyrics. This juxtaposition is meant to emphasize the song's meaning.

3.) Make one evaluative statement about the song's overall effectiveness and support it.

I think the song is fairly effective, it displays a melancholy mood well with its lyrics, and the happier sound of the music adds to the sad feel of it all. It gives a sense of accepting the hopelessness of everything.