After working as a labourer along with future members of The Gladiators, Thomas's break came with "Run Mr. Nigel Run", produced by Derrick Harriott.[1] This was followed by a successful association with producer Joe Gibbs, with hits following in the form of "God Bless The Children", "Mama's Song", "Rainy Night In Georgia" and "If I Had a Hammer".[1] He broke into the UK Top 10 in 1970 with "Love of the Common People" (later also a top 10 hit for Paul Young), a tour following, after which Thomas decided to stay in the United Kingdom, promoting a compilation of his work with Gibbs, also titled Love of the Common People. This was followed by his self-produced Tell It Like It Is album, featuring the near-hit "Yesterday Man", and the commentary on the lack of airplay for reggae records on Radio 1, "BBC".[1]
Thomas continued recording commercial reggae, working with the likes of Lloyd Charmers. In 1974, he toured the UK backed by the musicians who would later go on to become Misty In Roots.[
Can I Change My Mind
Nicky Thomas Lyrics
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As I packed my bags to leave
Thought she would start to cry
Stood around on my room and grieve
Y'all, the girl, she fooled me this time
She acted like I was the last thing on her mind
Girl, I'd like to start all over again
Baby, can I change my mind?
As I took those steps
Towards that open door
Knowing all the time
Oh, Lord, I just didn't wanna go
She didn't give me no sign
Nothing that would make me change my mind
Now, I'd like to start all over again
Baby, can I change my mind?
Please, please, please baby
I just wanna change my mind
Lord, I played my games
Many times before
But peoples, let me tell y'all
Oh, I never reached the door
Cool wind is [Incomprehensible] tonight
Keep lookin' back but my baby was not in sight
And I'd like to start all over again
Baby, let me change my mind
Feeling gloomy, baby
That's how I can't change my mind
The lyrics of Nicky Thomas's "Can I Change My Mind" is about a man who is leaving his lover but has second thoughts and wants to stay. He is surprised that she didn't try to stop him or shed any tears, which confuses him since he believed that he was an essential part of her life. As he walks towards the door, he realizes that he doesn't want to leave his lover, but there is no indication from her that he should stay. He regrets playing games and avoiding commitment as he looks back, but she is not there. Thus, he asks her, "can I change my mind?"
The lyrics reveal the fear of abandonment and the desire to be loved and appreciated. The man realizes that he has taken his lover for granted, and without her, his life seems incomplete. The lyrics capture the desperation and vulnerability that comes with love and the fear of losing it. The song speaks to the human heart's deepest desires and regrets, the feeling of remorse for past mistakes, and the hope for a second chance.
Line by Line Meaning
Aww, she didn't bat an eye
She didn't seem affected by my decision to leave
As I packed my bags to leave
I was getting ready to leave
Thought she would start to cry
I expected her to be emotional
Stood around on my room and grieve
I was upset and emotional
Y'all, the girl, she fooled me this time
She tricked me this time
She acted like I was the last thing on her mind
She gave me the impression that she didn't care about me
Girl, I'd like to start all over again
I wish I could go back in time and do things differently
Baby, can I change my mind?
Can I take back my decision?
As I took those steps
As I walked towards the door
Towards that open door
Towards the exit
Knowing all the time
I was aware the whole time
Oh, Lord, I just didn't wanna go
I didn't really want to leave
She didn't give me no sign
She didn't give me any indication
Nothing that would make me change my mind
No reason for me to stay
Please, please, please baby
I'm really hoping you'll change your mind
Lord, I played my games
I messed around and acted foolishly
Many times before
This isn't the first time I've done this
But peoples, let me tell y'all
Let me explain to you all
Oh, I never reached the door
I never actually left
Cool wind is [Incomprehensible] tonight
It's a chilly and lonely night
Keep lookin' back but my baby was not in sight
I keep turning around but she's not there
Feeling gloomy, baby
I'm feeling down
That's how I can't change my mind
That's why I want to take back my decision
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Barry George Despenza, Carl Wolfolk
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@RoLPeace
Classic tune by Tyrone Davis. Love this version. I wish more people new of Nicky Thomas.
@bigyouthbigmouth
In my opinion as good a vocalist as any top reggae artist, i would advise every one to listen to his albums all class
@denilsondesousasantossousa7427
Ai sim que é um reggae de qualidade gostei
@mervinmcforbes
Wicked wicked tune this bredda always put him heart /soul in every thing him sing, this song is good on sound system.
@joshstordahl8928
such a great tune, reggae got soul!!
@wankers111
what a tune...never heard this version...thanks for posting.
@rogerpeachey2212
How can anyone not like reggae music.so many styles.ska..rocksteady.bluebeat.dub.roots.dancehall.insrumental.ect..how can they say it all sounds the same.some eople just...sad.
@MarcosRoberto-vf9wd
vitrola de ouro
@simonefreitas8438
❤️❤️❤️❤️👌🎼🎧🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼😍🥰
@youngt6897
Give thanks for sharing such a sweet tune