Shel Silverstein

Who's Taller?

Who's Taller? - meaning Summary

Height as Social Judgment

This short poem argues that "taller" is not an absolute fact but a social judgment shaped by rules and context. Each line names a different condition — the judge, footwear, hair, even a chair — showing how status or advantage depends on external choices and arbitrary measures. The tone is playful yet pointed, inviting readers to question how standards and authority determine comparisons between people.

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Depends on if the judge is fair, Depends how high the heels you wear, Depends on if they count the hair, Depends if they allow the chair.

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