“Change of the Guard” by Steely Dan delves into societal and personal transformations, commenting on the ever-evolving landscape of generations, the importance of adaptation, and embracing shifts. This song is a reflection on accepting changes in the world around us.
[Verse 1]
If you listen, you can hear it
It's the laughter in the street
It's the motion in the music
And the fire beneath your feet
[Chorus]
All the signs are right this time
You don't have to try so very hard
If you live in this world
You're feelin' the change of the guard
Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
[Verse 2]
All you cowboys and your neighbors
Can you swallow up your pride?
Take your guns off, if you're willin'
And you know we're on your side
[Chorus]
If you wanna get through the years
It's high time you played your card
If you live in this world
You're feelin' the change of the guard
Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
[Instrumental Break]
[Chorus]
If you wanna get through the years
It's high time you played your card
If you live in this world
You're feelin' the change of the guard
Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
[Outro]
Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na na na
Change of the Guard was written by Donald Fagen & Walter Becker.
Change of the Guard was produced by Gary Katz.