Gladys Knight, born on May 28, 1944, developed her singing style while singing with her family at Baptist church functions. Though the group first released recordings in 1958, their career really got started when Motown founder Berry Gordy witnessed them perform at Harlem’s Apollo Theater in 1966 and felt very impressed. With a career following spanning decade after decade, featuring many hits, the group has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio.
Baby Don't Change Your Mind
Gladys Knight & The Pips Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
What you gonna do when she comes around
And she starts going through her act
Will she make you to you change your act
Will your love for me remain intact
Or will you run to her
Baby, my love is on the line
Don't change it
Be strong and leave the past behind
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it, don't you change it
Ooh, you say your love is true
What'cha gonna say when she looks at you
Will the seconds in your head
Make you take back the thing you said
Will you give me real despair
Or will you stay with me
Baby, my love is on the line
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it
Be strong and leave the past behind
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it, don't you change it
I will exit and take a bow
But I don't want to do it now
So I'm thinking someway somehow
Baby, you'll stay with me
Baby, my love is on the line
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it
Be strong and leave the past behind
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it, don't change it
You know she's not the staying kind
Baby, don't ya change your mind
Don't change it
You know my love is genuine
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it
Baby, my love is on the line
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it
Be strong and leave the past behind
Baby, don't change your mind
Don't change it
The song "Baby Don't Change Your Mind" by Gladys Knight & The Pips talks about a situation where the singer's lover's ex-girlfriend comes back to town, and the singer is worried that their lover might change their mind about their relationship. The lyrics describe the singer's fear that their lover might still have a soft spot for the ex-girlfriend and the anxiety that this causes. The singer emphasizes that their love for their partner is on the line and begs them to stay strong and not let the past affect their future. The chorus repeats the phrase "Baby, don't change your mind" emphasizing the singer's plea to their lover.
The lyrics of the song may resonate with anyone who has ever felt insecure or unsure about their partner's previous relationships. The fear of being dumped for an ex can be very real, and this song captures that feeling.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh, your ex is back in town
Your previous lover has returned to town
What you gonna do when she comes around
What actions will you take when she is present
And she starts going through her act
When she begins with her familiar routine
Will she make you to you change your act
Will her behavior prompt you to be different
Will your love for me remain intact
Will your love for me stay unchanged
Or will you run to her
Will you choose to be with her instead of me
Baby, my love is on the line
My love for you is at stake
Baby, don't change your mind
Please do not alter your decision
Be strong and leave the past behind
Have courage and let go of previous memories
Ooh, you say your love is true
You claim that your love for me is real
What'cha gonna say when she looks at you
How will you respond when she sets her eyes on you
Will the seconds in your head
Are you contemplating your choices
Make you take back the thing you said
Will you retract your prior statements
Will you give me real despair
Will you cause me genuine pain
Or will you stay with me
Or will you remain by my side
I will exit and take a bow
I am prepared to depart and give up
But I don't want to do it now
However, I am not ready to do so at present
So I'm thinking someway somehow
Therefore, I am trying to come up with a solution
Baby, you'll stay with me
I hope that you will remain committed to me
You know she's not the staying kind
You are aware of her tendency to not stay in relationships
You know my love is genuine
You recognize that my love for you is truthful
Lyrics © VAN MCCOY MUSIC, INC., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: VAN MCCOY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Mark-ew1hn
My favourite song from Gladys Knight and The Pips …..a timeless classic that will still be listened to in 50 years time
@JamieStubbs-zc3wj
Brilliant
@tuttifruti8189
This is how female singers sing no screaming screeching...pure class from miss knight
@nicktaylor8767
Here Here ain’t many could hold a candle to her? Maybe “ J hud” plus a couple but Gladys is the real deal cuz my Mom said so……..
@iloveyouhunny
No sexual references,no swearing,respectfully dressed,all in all great !!!
@colingeddes2172
@@iloveyouhunny well it was the 70s, but yeah great soulful song, better times etc.
@antihero76
@@iloveyouhunnythat’s because the song content has nothing to do with that 😂
@DaveDave65
Always is. My first musical memory was a Gladys tune: If You Ever Get Your Hands On Love from 1967. Over 50 years later, it STILL gives me goosebumps when I hear that bassline opening few bars.
Trust me... Absolutely heart grabbing song ❤
@eleanoregradwell8063
Gladys is an amazing singer .I was at university in 1977..Wow played this song over and over..Now in 2021 I'm 67 yrs old still listens to this song
@johncuddy2669
Me 2 🥰