Black Sabbath's Changes represents a pivotal moment in their artistic journey, appearing on their 1972 Vol. 4. This ballad marked a bold departure from their established heavy metal sound, demonstrating the band's versatility through its delicate piano melody and emotionally charged lyrics. The song emerged during a period of experimentation in rock music, when many heavy bands were exploring softer sounds, similar to Led Zeppelin's The Rain Song and Deep Purple's Soldier of Fortune.

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