I GUESS I'LL HAVE TO CHANGE - Free Jazz Leadsheet
Composed by Arthur Schwartz with lyrics by Howard Dietz in 1932, "i guess i'll have to change" is a reflective ballad on personal growth and romantic compromise. Its lyrics convey both vulnerability and acceptance.
The first recording, by Connie Boswell in New York, 1932, emphasized expressive vocal phrasing over a soft orchestral accompaniment. Its melody and harmonic structure support subtle interpretation and improvisation.
Subsequent jazz and popular renditions preserved its contemplative tone, highlighting melodic elegance and lyrical sensitivity.