If I Could Turn Back Time
Cher
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If I could turn back time If I could find a way I'd take back those words that hurt you And you'd stay I don't know why I did the things I did I don't know why I said the things I said Love's like a knife it can cut deep inside Words are like weapons, they wound sometimes I didn't really mean to hurt you I didn't want to see you go I know I made you cry, but baby If I could turn back time If I could find a way I'd take back those words that hurt you And you'd stay If I could reach the stars I'd give 'em all to you Then you'd love me, love me, like you used to do If I could turn back time My world was shattered I was torn apart Like someone took a knife and drove it Deep in my heart You walk out that door I swore that I didn't care But I lost everything darling then and there Too strong to tell you I was sorry Too proud to tell you I was wrong I know that I was blind, and darling If I could turn back time If I could find a way I'd take back those words that hurt you And you'd stay If I could reach the stars I'd give 'em all to you Then you'd love me, love me, like you used to do, oh If I could turn back time (If I could turn back time) If I could turn back time (If I could turn back time) If I could turn back time, oh baby I didn't really mean to hurt you I didn't want to see you go I know I made you cry If I could turn back time If I could find a way I'd take back those words that hurt you If I could reach the stars I'd give 'em all to you Then you'd love me, love me, like you used to do If I could turn back time (turn back time) If I could find a way (find a way) Then maybe maybe maybe you'd stay
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Written by: Diane Warren
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11 facts about this song
Creation"If I Could Turn Back Time" is a song by American singer Cher and songwriter Diane Warren.
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ReleaseThis song was released on July 1, 1989, as the second single from Cher's nineteenth studio album, "Heart of Stone."
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Chart RankingsThe song reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number one in Australia and Norway.
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Award NominationsIt earned Cher a nomination for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 32nd Grammy Awards in 1990.
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Music Video ControversyThe music video for the song, featuring Cher singing onboard the USS Missouri, caused controversy due to her risqué outfit and was ultimately banned by several TV stations.
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Personal Significance for CherCher has stated that the song holds a special place in her heart and remains one of her favorites.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including R&B singer Christina Milian and pop group Steps.
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Use in Pop Culture"If I Could Turn Back Time" has been featured in many television shows, movies, and commercials, deriding its status as a classic.
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Song InspirationThe song was written specifically for Cher by songwriter Diane Warren, who knew that Cher was going through a challenging time and thought the song's concept would resonate with her.
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Impact on Cher's CareerThe song proved to be a major comeback for Cher, cementing her status as a successful solo artist.
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Live Performances"If I Could Turn Back Time" has been a standard part of Cher's live performances since its release and was included in her set list during her Las Vegas residency.
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