(Remember The Days Of The) Old Schoolyard
Cat Stevens · Remember Cat Stevens [1999]
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. Recorded for the 1999 compilation *Remember Cat Stevens*, the track captures the essence of his folk-rock legacy while revisiting themes central to his early career. Stevens often wove personal memories into his lyrics, creating an intimate connection with listeners who recognize the universal experience of looking back at simpler times. The song's gentle melody and Stevens' characteristic vocal delivery evoke a sense of quiet contemplation, characteristic of his work spanning from the 1960s to the late 20th century. By revisiting such enduring topics, the recording honors the artist's body of work and the emotional resonance that defined his music across decades. It remains a testament to his ability to craft songs that resonate deeply with the human condition, blending storytelling with melodic beauty.