Only in My Mind
Reba McEntire
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Oh on a park bench in the middle of July We sat and watched the children play If it was the heat or the noise He didn't have too much to say Then with a move of his eyes A move that could have made the wind stand still He took my hand in his and said the words That I never will forget [Chorus] He said have you ever cheated on me Has there been someone else Is there someone you love more than me Someone you can't forget If his memory is opened again Let it be chased away by time He said have you ever cheated on me I said only in my mind How can I tell him The time we spent together Was time between friends There's just somethings I can talk about with you That I can't just talk with him How can I tell you That somewhere in the cards it was meant for us to be Why am I blushing in front of you now Is it you or the heat [Chorus]
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Written by: REBA MCENTIRE
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation and Release"Only in My Mind" is a song written and sung by American country artist Reba McEntire. It was first released as a single in August 1985 from her tenth album "Have I Got a Deal for You."
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Chart PerformanceDespite not receiving any promotion as a single, "Only in My Mind" was successful in terms of chart performance. It peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Country Chart, marking a noteworthy achievement in McEntire's career.
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Unique Release StrategyKnown for its unique release strategy, "Only in My Mind" is the only single in Reba McEntire's career that was not promoted to radio. Despite this, the song still managed to enter the top five on the country singles charts.
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Self-written Song"Only in My Mind" is one of the very few songs that Reba McEntire has written and recorded herself. She typically records songs written by other songwriters.
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Song StylesReflecting McEntire's portrayal of strong, resilient women, "Only in My Mind" contains elements of country and soft rock, and it captures her ability to deliver expressive, emotionally nuanced performances.
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Lyrics ThemeThe song is about a woman who confronts her lover about a presumed affair. He denies it, but she insists that even if the affair is just in her mind, it's just as hurtful as if it were real.
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Album SuccessThe album "Have I Got a Deal for You," which featured "Only in My Mind," solidified McEntire's status as one of the reigning queens of country music in the late 1980s.
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Track's Influence"Only in My Mind" is often seen as a turning point in McEntire's discography, heralding her future successes and cementing her identity as a country artist who could deliver compelling narratives and deep emotional resonance.
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AcclamationMcEntire's delivery of "Only in My Mind" has been widely acclaimed for its emotional intensity and for showcasing her vocal prowess. It is considered one of her standout performances.
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Cover versions"Only in My Mind" has been covered by number of artists, reflecting its enduring popularity and influence in the country music genre.
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