One asked "to change his ways," per a 1988 hit Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “One asked "to change his ways," per a 1988 hit” from the New York Times crossword of December 28, 2024? It has 14 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, DECEMBER 28, 2024

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What is the answer to “One asked "to change his ways," per a 1988 hit”?

MANINTHEMIRROR, 14 letters.

When was “One asked "to change his ways," per a 1988 hit” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of December 28, 2024.

How many letters does the answer have?

14 letters, starting with M.