The song "A Child Is Coming" by Paul Kantner and Jefferson Starship tells the story of a couple who are expecting a child and are concerned about the government's involvement in their lives. The couple is excited about the arrival of their child but worried about the potential interference of Uncle Samuel, a reference to the government. The lyrics suggest that the couple wants to keep the birth of their child a secret from the government to protect their freedom. The song's chorus repeats the phrase "A child is coming" to emphasize the excitement and anticipation of the arrival of a new life. The verses discuss the couple's concerns about the government's involvement and their desire to protect their child from being labeled and tracked by the government. The song transitions to a spoken-word section by Grace Slick where she expresses her desire to see the baby's head and be a part of the child's life. The final section of the song features a collaborative call-and-response between Paul Kantner, David Freiberg, and Grace Slick as they sing about the hope and optimism for the future and the idea that things are getting better and brighter. Overall, "A Child Is Coming" celebrates the joy and excitement of new life while questioning the government's involvement in private affairs and promoting a message of hope and optimism for the future.
