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If Only I Had My Mind on Something Else
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Wikipedia article
"'If Only I Had My Mind on Something Else'" is a pop ballad recorded by the Bee Gees. It was written by Barry and Maurice Gibb. It was the first track on the album 'Cucumber Castle'. A remastered version was released in 1990 on 'Tales from the Brothers Gibb'.
Recording
"If Only I Had My Mind on Something Else" was recorded on 25 September 1969 at the IBC Studios in London, same day as "High and Windy Mountain" and "One Bad Thing". On the next day (September 26) they recorded two new songs that was intended for the album "Turning Tide" and "Sweetheart".
Release and aftermath
The song was released in the US as the follow up to "Don't Forget to Remember" but it failed to make any impact and stalled at #91. Following this, Barry and Maurice went their separate ways, both releasing solo singles with limited success. Barry and Robin reconciled in the summer of 1970 and the Bee Gees reunited later that year.
Personnel
* Barry Gibb lead and harmony vocal, guitar
* Maurice Gibb bass, piano, guitar
* Terry Cox drums
* Uncredited strings and orchestra arrangement
Chart performance
References
Category:1970 singles
Category:1970 songs
Category:British folk songs
Category:Bee Gees songs
Category:Polydor Records singles
Category:Atco Records singles
Category:Songs written by Barry Gibb
Category:Songs written by Maurice Gibb
Category:Song recordings produced by Robert Stigwood
Category:Song recordings produced by Barry Gibb
Category:Song recordings produced by Maurice Gibb
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