"Changes" is a song by English band Yes, from their 1983 album, 90125. It reached number 6 on the U.S. Mainstream Rock chart in 1984.
History
The basic musical and lyrical structure of "Changes" was written by Yes guitarist Trevor Rabin, prior to his joining the band. Once Rabin joined the band, additional music and lyrics were contributed by singer Jon Anderson and drummerAlan White for the version that would appear on 90125. White contributed the shifting minimalistic rhythmic figures and melodies used for the introduction, while Anderson adapted lyrics and parts of the melody.
Alternate versions
Several live version of "Changes" have been released by the band: the 9012Liveconcert video, its companion album , and the 1991 box setYesyears each include a live version of the song. In 2003, Trevor Rabin released a pair of albums, each of which featured a different version of "Changes": Live in LA features a 1989 live performance of the song, and 90124 features an early demo of the song before Anderson and White's contributions were added.
Live performances
"Changes" was first played live on the tour supporting 90125 and also played on the Big Generator, Union and Talk tours. After Rabin's departure from the band, the song was permanently dropped from their setlist. It would not be played live again until 2016 when Rabin joined vocalist Jon Anderson and keyboardistRick Wakeman in forming Yes Featuring Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, Rick Wakeman.
Covers and tributes
American band Din Within covered "Changes" on a 2012 Yes Tribute album entitled "Tales from the Edge," which was released by Italian record label Mellow Records in May of that year. It features some alterations to the original song structure while maintaining its primary thematic elements. Their version also includes an easily recognizable "orchestra hit" sample from the break in the intro to Owner of a Lonely Heart.
