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If You Could Read My Mind

Gordon Lightfoot
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A Canadian singer-songwriter composed this song during a period of personal reflection following the end of his marriage. The track achieved top chart position in Canada following its commercial debut in 1970 and subsequently gained international recognition across multiple countries when released internationally in 1971.

The song explores personal emotional experiences connected to the songwriter's divorce.