State of Mind

Clint Black

About State of Mind

"State of Mind" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Clint Black. It was released in November 1993 as the third single from his album No Time to Kill. It peaked at number 2 in both the United States and Canada. The song's b-side, "Tuckered Out," charted at number 74 for the week of February 5, 1994.


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1993
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Got a big leather suitcase, all I own's inside
Seems I've been walkin' for days, can't even bum a ride
Try steppin' to a tune, with the rhythm of a walkin' man
Mind drifts like a big balloon out of my situation at hand
Ain't it funny how a melody can bring back a memory

Take you to another place in time
Completely change your state of mind
Walkin' down a lonely highway not feelin' alone

Thinkin' back when things went my way and not the road I'm on
Well, I've been down a time or two, but it never lasted long
I can always make it through on a wing and a prayer and a song
Ain't it funny how a melody can bring back a memory

Take you to another place in time
Completely change your state of mind
It can make a right from a wrong, it can make you fall in love
It can get you singin' along
Chase the clouds away and make the sun shine above

A melody can bring back a memory
Take you to another place in time
Completely change your state of mind
A melody can bring back a memory
Take you to another place in time
Completely change your state of 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: CLINT PATRICK BLACK

Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"State of Mind" is by Clint Black, an accomplished country singer from America. Clint Black has had more than 30 singles on the US Billboard country charts, and of those, 22 have reached number one.
Release and Chart Success
The song "State of Mind" was released in 1993. It reached the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks, making it one of Black's many number-one hits.
Album
"State of Mind" is a track off Clint Black's album "No Time to Kill" which was his fourth studio album.
Song Theme
The song talks about how the mindset of a person can influence their perception of everything around them. It encourages positive thinking and an optimistic approach towards life.
Music Video
The music video for "State of Mind" was directed by Clint Black himself. His wife, Lisa Hartman Black, also made a cameo in the video.
Genre
The song is best classified as country music, staying true to Black's signature country style throughout his career.
Songwriters
"State of Mind" was written by Clint Black and Hayden Nicholas, a frequent collaborator of Black's throughout his career.
Instrumentation
The song is characteristically country with use of acoustic guitar, harmonica, and piano which fit well with Black's baritone vocals.
Critical Reception
While the song received a positive reception, the album "No Time to Kill," was especially praised for its thoughtful songwriting and received a four-star rating from Allmusic.
Live Performances
Clint Black often includes "State of Mind" in his live performances, as it remains one of his most popular and enduring hits.

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