Released July 15, 1996 | Format 7" single Length 3:16 | |
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"Change My Mind" is a song written by Jason Blume and A. J. Masters, and recorded by American country music artist John Berry. It was released in July 1996 as the first single from the album Faces. The song reached number 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
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"Change My Mind" was originally recorded by The Oak Ridge Boys, whose version peaked at number 70 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in 1991. Their version, with "Our Love Is Here to Stay" on the B-side, appears on their 1991 album Unstoppable for RCA Records. It was produced by Richard Landis.
Content
The narrator is looking to his lover to help save their relationship. He wants her to change his mind about the problems they are experiencing in their relationship.
Critical reception (John Berry)
Larry Flick, of Billboard magazine reviewed the song favorably, saying that "power and passion" are "abundant" in the song. He goes on to say that Barry seems to be "exploring more of the nuances in his powerful voice on this fine outing."
Music video (John Berry)
The music video was directed by Jon Small and premiered in July 1996.
John Berry
"Change My Mind" debuted at number 65 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of July 27, 1996.