I Am Changing [Jennifer Hudson]
Dreamgirls Soundtrack · Dreamgirls [Deluxe Soundtrack] [2006]
I am changing
Trying every way I can
I am changing
I'll be better than I am
I'm trying to find a way to understand
But I need you, I need you
I need a hand
I am changing
Seeing everything so clear
I am changing
I'm gonna start right now, right here
I'm hoping to work it out
And I know that I can
But I need you, I need a hand
All of my life I've been a fool
Who said I can do it all alone
How many good friends have I already lost?
How many dark nights have I known?
Walking down that wrong road
There was nothing I could find
All those years of darkness
Can make a person blind
But now I can see
I am changing
Trying every way I can
I am changing
I'll be better than I am
But I need a friend
To help me start all over again
That would be just fine
I know it's gonna work out this time
'Cause this time I am
This time I am
I am changing
I'm getting my life together now
I am changing
Yes I know how
I'm gonna start again
I'm gonna leave my past behind
I'll change my life
I've made a vow
And nothing's gonna stop me now
I Am Changing [Jennifer Hudson]
Jennifer Hudson delivers a commanding vocal performance in this track from the Dreamgirls soundtrack, showcasing her powerful belting and emotional depth. The song serves as a pivotal moment in the film's narrative, highlighting the protagonist's transformation and resilience. Hudson's rendition captures the raw intensity required for the role, blending R&B sensibilities with the dramatic flair of the 1960s setting. This recording stands as a testament to her early career trajectory, demonstrating her ability to handle complex emotional landscapes within a musical theater context. The track remains a defining piece of the Dreamgirls legacy, reflecting the era's musical style while establishing Hudson's reputation as a formidable vocalist.