Diana Ross - Change of Heart (Des O'Connor Show, 1991)
Written by the duo behind Tina Turner's 'What's Love Got to Do with It', Terry Britten and Graham Lyle. 'Change of Heart' a light & upbeat track, is the opening number on her classic album The Force Behind The Power.
"🎥 LIVE BROADCAST MOMENT: Diana Ross SPEAKS OUT
The red light came on, and Diana Ross stepped into the moment — no notes, no smile, none of the usual polish audiences expect.
As coverage turned to the new policy and its endorsement, she delivered 42 seconds of direct, unfiltered remarks — a sharp departure from her typically poised public image.
“Let’s call it what it is,” she said firmly.
“A vicious old bastard and his political circus just turned millions of Americans into second-class citizens overnight.”
The studio fell silent.
She continued, accusing Donald Trump of undermining the Constitution and eroding the country’s core values.
Then she grounded her message in personal experience — reflecting on her life in America, the people, the culture, and the values she has stood for over the years.
She spoke about generations living, working, and contributing to the nation, only to feel those ties dismissed based on ancestry.
“This isn’t ‘America First,’” she said.
“This is America being suffocated.”
Her calm, steady tone made the moment even more powerful.
When she finished, the broadcast lingered in silence — before the room erupted behind the scenes.
Within hours, the clip spread rapidly online, with #SpringsteenUnfiltered trending across platforms.
Known for her music and storytelling, Diana Ross stepped beyond performance in that moment — drawing a clear line with her words and leaving the country watching as she entered direct political confrontation."
— “just in case you change your mind” from boy! what a girl!, 1947. 🎞️🌹 this was one of the films in old hollywood with prominence of a black cast. it succeeded in celebrating our cultural roots & communal spirits plus having a pure, undiluted celebrations of black style.