(Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard
Cat Stevens · Other Songs - Cat Stevens
We used to laugh a lot, oh don't you
Remember the days of the old schoolyard
When we had imaginings and we had
All kinds of things and we laughed
And needed love... yes, I do
Oh and I remember you
Remember the days of the old schoolyard
We used to cry a lot, oh don't you
Remember the days of the old schoolyard
When we had simplicity and we had
Warm toast for tea and we laughed
And needed love.. yes, I do
Oh and I remember you
You were my sweet love, my first sweet love
My lovey dove, my love lovey dove
No matter what place, whichever the place
I still see your face, your smiling face
In childish dreams, inside my dreams
Like King and Queen, God save our dreams
N'though time may face, though time may fade
It ain't never too late, to learn about love
Learn about love
Remember the days of the old schoolyard
We used to laugh a lot, oh don't you
Remember the days of the old schoolyard
When we had imaginings and we had
All kinds of things and we laughed
And needed love... yes, I do
Oh and I remember you
About (Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard
Cat Stevens' "(Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard" stands as a poignant reflection on nostalgia and the passage of time, delivered with his signature acoustic warmth. Released during his early solo period, the track captures the essence of folk-rock, blending storytelling with a melodic simplicity that resonated deeply with audiences. Stevens often drew upon personal memories and observations of his surroundings to craft lyrics that universalized the human experience, a technique evident here as he evokes the atmosphere of childhood and lost innocence. The song exemplifies Stevens' ability to transform intimate recollections into broader musical statements, characteristic of his work in the late 1960s and early 1970s. By focusing on the quiet moments of youth, the recording contributes to his legacy as a chronicler of everyday life, influencing countless subsequent artists in the folk and singer-songwriter genres. Its enduring appeal lies in its honest portrayal of memory, inviting listeners to reflect on their own histories without the need for dramatic flair or complex production.