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"You've Changed" is a ballad composed by Carl Fischer in 1941. First recorded by Harry James and His Orchestra with vocalist Dick Haymes, the song's poignant lyrics lament the transformation of a once-devoted lover and have resonated deeply with jazz musicians ever since.

The form is a 32-bar AABA, commonly played in E-flat or F major. Almost always performed as a slow ballad, the tune features a bluesy, melancholic melody that is its greatest asset. The harmonic progression makes effective use of minor-related chords to deepen the sense of heartbreak, creating a compelling canvas for vocalists to explore the full range of emotional expression.

The definitive recording is by Billie Holiday on Lady in Satin (1958), arranged by Ray Ellis, where Holiday's weathered voice gives the lyrics a devastating authenticity. John Coltrane's quartet rendition on Ballads (1962) is equally celebrated, as is Chet Baker's tender vocal-and-trumpet treatment. The song remains one of the great jazz ballads for conveying deep emotional vulnerability.