I Won't Change You
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
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I used to change my accent, change my stance My phone number, the way I dance Some people change lovers like they change their sheets But I won't change you honey, you're for keeps I used to think I had to change the way I am To feel better, to get a man But once I stopped trying I fell for you You fell for me so I'll stay the same for you Oh yeah I know that I'm not perfect baby Oh yeah it's no reason to go crazy Oh yeah boy you can always count on me For better or for worse I will always put you first Now that I have found you You've changed my life 'cause you're the one who showed me I have everything right We're never gonna differ 'cause we know it's true So don't change me and I won't change you I used to change my style like I changed my mind I tried to change a tyre but I'm not that way inclined Tried to change my figure my diet too I'll still change my underwear if that's O.K with you But after seeing you I know that here is best Oh yeah the world can sometimes make you feel bad Oh yeah but don't forget the things you have Oh yeah boy you can always count on me In sickness and in health baby always be yourself
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Written by: GREGG ALEXANDER, MATT ROWE, SOPHIE MICHELL ELLIS-BEXTOR
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song Origins"I Won't Change You" is a song written and recorded by Sophie Ellis-Bextor for her second studio album, "Shoot from the Hip."
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Release InformationThe song was released as the album's second single in December 2003.
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Creation ProcessSophie co-wrote the song with producer Gregg Alexander and bandmate Matt Rowe.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough it didn't reach the same level of success as some of her previous singles, "I Won't Change You" still placed well on the UK Singles Chart, reaching number 9.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is quite comical and features Ellis-Bextor going on different dates, dressing up as different stereotypes to match her suitors' preferences. However, she ultimately decides not to change for them.
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Critical ReceptionGenerally, the song received positive reviews from music critics. They praised its catchy melody and Ellis-Bextor's understated but confident delivery.
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Live PerformancesEllis-Bextor has performed "I Won't Change You" live on numerous occasions, including during her performances in international festivals.
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Song MeaningThe song’s lyrics revolve around self-acceptance and assert the singer’s refusal to undergo changes for the sake of satisfying someone else.
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Far-Reaching AppealNotably, despite the moderate performance on its home charts, the song found a receptive audience in other parts of the world. It charted in several other countries, including Italy and Australia.
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Mixes and Cover VersionsVarious remixes of "I Won't Change You" have been produced. However, there are no widely recognized cover versions of the song to date.
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