[Verse 1] In the boardroom where decisions are made Two philosophies compete for the stage Shareholder theory says profits first Maximize returns, that's what matters most Stock price rising is the only goal Shareholders own it, they control the show [Chorus] Who should companies serve today Shareholders only or broader way Stakeholder theory says think wide Employees, customers, community pride Two theories fighting for the corporate soul Who gets the power, who has control [Verse 2] Milton Friedman said it clear and loud Business exists to make shareholders proud Social responsibility's not the game Just follow laws and profit without shame But critics say this view's too narrow Ignoring people leads to broken arrows [Chorus] Who should companies serve today Shareholders only or broader way Stakeholder theory says think wide Employees, customers, community pride Two theories fighting for the corporate soul Who gets the power, who has control [Bridge] Stakeholder model considers all Workers who answer the daily call Customers buying what you create Environment that you impact with each trade Society watching every move you make Long-term success is what's at stake [Verse 3] ESG investing's changing the tide Environmental and social pride Governance matters more than before Stakeholder value's knocking at the door But shareholders still want their returns The balance wheel forever turns [Chorus] Who should companies serve today Shareholders only or broader way Stakeholder theory says think wide Employees, customers, community pride Two theories fighting for the corporate soul Who gets the power, who has control [Outro] In modern business both views collide Finding balance is the ultimate ride Shareholder wealth or stakeholder care The future depends on what we dare
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