Untanglin' My Mind

Clint Black

About Untanglin' My Mind

"Untanglin' My Mind" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music singer Clint Black. Black wrote the song with Merle Haggard. It was released in September 1994 as the lead single from the album One Emotion. The song peaked at number 4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and reached number 3 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart. Haggard also recorded the song on his 1996 album 1996.


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I guess you're glad to see I'm finally leaving
I know things for you will change now for the good
But it's all that I can do to pack my suitcase
And walk away from you the way I should
And I can't seem to find the voice of reason
Everything seems upside down and right side wrong

While a part of me is here and won't like leaving
The rest of me the best of me is gone
And I'm sure no one will wonder where I've gone to
But if anyone should ask from time to time
Tell them that you finally drove me crazy
And I'm somewhere untanglin' my mind

Well tell 'em I won't be riding I'll be walking
'Cause I don't think a crazy man should drive
Anyway the car belongs to you now
Along with any part of me that's still alive
But there's really not much left you could hold on to
And if you did it wouldn't last here anyway
It would head to where the rest of me rolled on to
So even if I wanted to I couldn't stay

And I'm sure no one will wonder where I've gone to
But if anyone should ask from time to time
Tell them that you finally drove me crazy
And I'm somewhere untanglin' my mind

And I'm somewhere untanglin' my mind

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Clint Black

Clinton Patrick "Clint" Black (born February 4, 1962) is an American country music singer-songwriter, record producer, multi-instrumentalist and occasional actor. Signed to RCA Records in 1989, Black made his debut with his Killin' Time album, which produced four straight number one singles on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts. Although his momentum gradually slowed throughout the 1990s, Black consistently charted hit songs into the 2000s. He has amassed more than 30 singles on the US Billboard country charts (of which 13 have reached number one), in addition to releasing nine studio albums and several compilation albums. In 2003, Black founded his own record label, Equity Music Group. Black has also ventured into acting, having made a … more »

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Written by: Merle Haggard, Clint Black

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26 facts about this song

Release details
The song "Untanglin' My Mind" was released by Clint Black in 1994.
Album Appearance
It is included in the fifth studio album titled "One Emotion". The album itself was both critically and commercially successful.
Song Writers
Clint Black co-wrote the song with the country music icon Merle Haggard. Black is known for writing most of his music himself, often in collaboration with others.
Chart Rankings
"Untanglin' My Mind" reached #4 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the US and #2 on the RPM Country Tracks chart in Canada.
Music Video
The music video was directed by Clint Black himself and featured him performing in outdoor and indoor locations.
Song Theme
The song deals with themes of love loss and the struggle of coming to terms with its aftermath. It beautifully represents the emotions of a heartbreak and the process of untangling complicated feelings.
Live Performances
Clint Black often includes "Untanglin' My Mind" in his setlist for live performances, indicating its popularity among his fans and his personal affection for the song.
Artistic Evolution
The song is considered a significant part of Black's evolving discography. It further solidified his position in the genre of country music conveying more mature themes and emotions.
Music Style
"Untanglin' My Mind" is characterized by traditional country elements such as a strong guitar presence and Clint's unique vocal styling.
Rise to Stardom
While Clint Black was already an established country music artist by the time "Untanglin' My Mind" was released, the song helped cement his popularity and further propelled his career.
Recognition
Clint Black and his co-writer, Merle Haggard, were both praised for their substantive storytelling skills as depicted in "Untanglin' My Mind".
Song Origin
"Untanglin' My Mind" is a song performed by country music star Clint Black.
Song Length
It runs approximately 3 minutes and 51 seconds on the studio recording.
Featured Album
The song belongs to Clint Black's fifth studio album "One Emotion" released in 1994.
Chart Performance
"Untanglin' My Mind" reached No. 4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts in 1994.
Writer Credits
The song was co-written by Clint Black and Merle Haggard, an accomplished country musician.
Album Success
The album "One Emotion" itself was a huge success, climbing to No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and also reached No. 14 on the U.S. Billboard 200.
Record Label
"Untanglin' My Mind" was released under the label RCA Records, a famous name in the music industry, especially popular for country music.
Reception
Fans and critics of country music generally responded positively to "Untanglin' My Mind", applauding both the performance and lyrical content.
Unique Interpretation
Some fans interpret the song as a reflection on love and relationship struggles, while others see it as a metaphor for handling life's challenges overall.
Music Awards
While "Untanglin' My Mind" itself did not win any awards, Clint Black has won several awards throughout his career, including GRAMMYs for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
Professional Collaboration
This song reflects one of only a few collaborations between Clint Black and Merle Haggard, making it a significant entry in Clint Black's discography.
Making Of
The making of "Untanglin' My Mind" is believed to have been inspired by Merle Haggard's personal experiences and Clint Black's interpretation of them.
Theme
The overarching theme of the song revolves around introspection, reflection, and self-discovery, which resonates well with a wide range of audiences.
Signature Style
"Untanglin' My Mind" is considered highly representative of Clint Black's signature style, which combines traditional country elements with contemporary influences.
Societal Influence
The song’s positive reception and chart-topping success helped to further solidify Clint Black’s status as one of the essential figures of 90s country music in the U.S.

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