Discover the story of the song > The Nightfly – Donald Fagen

The protagonist is a radio DJ named Lester. He plays jazz and takes calls from listeners, including one who supports tough laws against people who claim there are men living in trees. He wishes he had a heart that didn't feel so much pain, and he thinks about his past love, wondering if she still thinks about him. But for now, he enjoys the sweet music and late nights on his independent radio station, WJAZ.