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Change of Heart (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers song)

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Wikipedia article




'"Change of Heart"' is a song recorded by American rock band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. It was released in February 1983 as the second single from their fifth album 'Long After Dark'. It peaked at number 21 on the U.S. 'Billboard' Hot 100 chart.Joel Whitburn, 'Joel Whitburn's Top Pop Singles: 1955-2010', Record Research, 2011.

The B side, "Heartbreakers Beach Party," was exclusive to this single and remains unreleased on CD.

Background



Petty was inspired to write "Change of Heart" based on The Move's 1972 single "Do Ya". Petty was very inspired by the way Jeff Lynne had used chords on the track, and wanted to use the same "crunchy" guitar riff that was used on "Do Ya". After that, the lyrics and title came and the song was completed.

Reception



'Cash Box' said that Petty's "chiming guitar" and "ultra-nasal" vocal, as well as the "a rock steady beat and elaborate percussion" allow the singer to express his feelings.

Chart performance



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Limited edition



The first 100,000 copies in the US were pressed on red vinyl and came in a stickered transparent sleeve.

References




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