- For the type of lizard, see chameleon. For other uses of the word, see chameleon (disambiguation).
"
Chameleon" is a
jazz standard with a characteristic
bass line and set to a
funky beat. It was composed by
Herbie Hancock in collaboration with
Bennie Maupin,
Paul Jackson and
Harvey Mason who also performed the original 15′44″ version on the
1973 landmark album
Head Hunters featuring solos by Hancock and Maupin.
The piece has been covered by many notable artists, including Maceo Parker, Buddy Rich, Maynard Ferguson, Gov't Mule, Michał Urbaniak and James Morrison.