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I WANTED TO BE WRONG

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"I Wanted to Be Wrong" is a song by R.E.M. The track explores themes of regret and the human desire for things to have turned out differently. With characteristic introspective lyrics, the song reflects on mistakes and the wish that past events could have been altered. It showcases the band's distinctive alternative rock sound and emotional songwriting style.

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