The song There's Gotta Be A Change by Jonny Lang is about the narrator's desperation for change in their life. They have been playing the blues for so long that there seems to be no happiness left in their life. They have even traveled to different places, hoping to find something new, but nothing seems to work. Despite all of this, the narrator cannot give up playing the blues because it is all they know. There is a sense of hopelessness in the lyrics, as the narrator feels trapped in their current situation. However, they also acknowledge that if things get worse, it will be their fault. There is a realization that change needs to come for any progress to be made. Overall, the song is a commentary on the struggles of life and the need for change to move forward. Despite the bleak circumstances, there is still a glimmer of hope present in the form of music. The blues may be a constant in the narrator's life, but it also serves as a source of catharsis and a way to cope with the struggles they face.
