Dust in the Wind

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This article is about the 1976 song by Kansas. For the 1986 movie by Hou Hsiao-Hsien, see Dust in the Wind (movie).

"Dust in the Wind"

Single by Kansas
Released	1977
Format	Single
Recorded	1976
Genre	Classic rock
Length	3:28
Label	Disky Records
Producer(s)	Jeff Glixman
Kansas singles chronology
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"Dust in the Wind" is a hit single released by the American progressive rock band Kansas in 1977, charting at #6 in the Billboard Hot 100. Written by Kerry Livgren, it was one of the band's first acoustic tracks; its slow melody and melancholic lyrics differ from many of their other hits, such as "Carry On Wayward Son" and "The Wall". The interlude section of the song contains a distinctive melody played by Robby Steinhardt, overdubbing his solos on violin, viola, and cello, which were all written by Livgren.

The song is featured in the film Old School, during which Will Ferrell sings it to his deceased friend Joseph "Blue" Palasky. It was also used during the second season episodes of Highlander: The Series, including "The Darkness", after Duncan MacLeod's mortal girlfriend dies, and "Unholy Alliance". "Dust in the Wind" is also used on an episode of The Simpsons in which Bart realizes he is not a child anymore.

"Dust in the Wind" is referenced in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, when Ted tells Socrates that 'All we are, is dust in the wind, dude.' It was also used in a commercial for the Subaru Tribeca SUV, driving by other vehicles that turned into dust.