New Frontier

New Frontier, released as the second single from Fagen's solo debut The Nightfly, is written as a satirical Cold War era anthem for young teenagers hosting parties in an underground fallout shelter. The music video, which combined live action and animation, recieved acclaim and extended airplay on the early days of MTV.

[Verse 1: Fagen] Yes we're gonna have a wingding A summer smoker underground It's just a dugout that my dad built In case the reds decide to push the button down We've got provisions and lots of beer The keyword is survival on the new frontier [Verse 2: Fagen] Introduce me to that big blonde She's got a touch of Tuesday Weld She's wearing Ambush and a French twist She's got us wild and she can tell She loves to limbo, that much is clear She's got the right dynamic for the new frontier [Hook] Well I can't wait 'til I move to the city 'Til I finally make up my mind To learn design and study overseas [Verse 3: Fagen] Do you have a steady boyfriend Cause honey I've been watching you I hear you're mad about Brubeck (Brubeck, Brubeck) I like your eyes, I like him too He's an artist, a pioneer We've got to have some music on the new frontier [Guitar Solo] [Hook] Well I can't wait 'til I move to the city 'Til I finally make up my mind To learn design and study overseas [Verse 4: Fagen] Let's pretend that it's the real thing And stay together all night long And when I really get to know you We'll open up the doors and climb into the dawn Confess your passion, your secret fear Prepare to meet the challenge of the new frontier [Guitar Solo Outro]