sing a different song


sing a different song

To change one's opinion, behavior, or attitude, especially suddenly or abruptly. He never used to support that political candidate, but he's singing a different song all of a sudden. I used to be very cynical about the world, but ever since surviving that car wreck, I've been singing a different song! They'll be singing a different song after they see what we've come up with.See also: different, sing, song

sing a different ˈsong/ˈtune

(be forced to) change your opinion: Anne says she wants a large family but I’m sure she’ll be singing a different tune when she’s had one or two children.See also: different, sing, song, tune