Founding Toto member and pop visionary Steve Porcaro is back in full force with “Change,” the second single from his solo album ‘The Very Day,’ out now on Green Hill Music. The track radiates hope, wrapping listeners in Porcaro’s signature mix of rich harmonies, shimmering synths, and heartfelt lyrics that remind us how small gestures can ripple into something greater.
Co-written with Julius Robinson and the late Michael Sherwood, “Change” was originally envisioned for Michael Jackson, a testament to Porcaro’s enduring connection to timeless pop songwriting. Years later, the song found its true home with Porcaro himself, capturing a message that feels universal and uplifting.
“This one’s been in the vault a long time,” says Porcaro. “I wrote it during a really charged moment in the world—and somehow, it feels just as relevant now. It’s not a protest song, exactly. It’s more about the little things we do for each other that can actually move the needle. I’ve always believed music has the power to remind us of that.”
“Change” is a soaring reminder of why Porcaro remains one of music’s great craftspeople. With understated instrumentation and lush harmonies, the song balances sophistication and heart, echoing the same emotional depth that made “Human Nature” an all-time classic. His album ‘The Very Day’ offers a reflective and radiant collection from an artist still pushing his own creative boundaries.
Celebrated for shaping pop’s smooth California sound and featured in HBO’s Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary, Porcaro now takes center stage again with a sound both nostalgic and fresh. ‘The Very Day’ is out now, and “Change” shines as a perfect reminder of Porcaro’s rare ability to make the human spirit sing.