Introduction:
Ah, Toby Keith, a name synonymous with American country music and its heartland spirit. For over three decades, Keith has carved a niche for himself, chronicling the lives, loves, and struggles of everyday folks. His voice, a rich baritone seasoned with a touch of gravel, has become instantly recognizable, delivering tales of working-class pride, patriotism, and the simple joys of life.
Released in 2011 on his album Clancy’s Tavern, Tryin’ to Fall in Love is a song that showcases Keith’s signature storytelling style. This wasn’t his first foray into the complexities of love and relationships. Tracks like the heartbreaking ballad Should’ve Been a Cowboy and the introspective Staples Center established him as a songwriter who could delve beyond the typical bravado often associated with country music.
Tryin’ to Fall in Love doesn’t boast the chart-topping success of some of Keith’s other hits, but it holds a special place within his discography. Produced by Keith himself, the song allows him to explore a more lighthearted and humorous side of love. It’s a welcome departure from the often-poignant themes he tackles, offering a glimpse into the world-weary yet hopeful perspective of a man navigating the dating scene.
The song, absent of bombastic production or flashy instrumentation, relies heavily on Keith’s storytelling ability and the evocative power of his voice. Imagine a seasoned barfly nursing a beer, sharing his observations on love and life with a knowing twinkle in his eye. Tryin’ to Fall in Love feels like a conversation with a trusted friend, one who’s seen it all and isn’t afraid to poke fun at himself in the process.
This isn’t a song for a grand romantic gesture or a tearful declaration. It’s a song for those who’ve been around the block a few times, who understand that love can be a messy, unpredictable business. It’s a song for those who still believe in finding love, even if they have a healthy dose of skepticism about the journey. So, sit back, grab your favorite beverage, and prepare to be entertained by Toby Keith’s wry observations on the pursuit of love in Tryin’ to Fall in Love.
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Lyrics:
“Tryin’ To Fall In Love”
Some guys are gettin’ way too much, some guys don’t get any
But if I had a nickel for every time I’d had enough
I’d still be busted and heartbroken still be tryin’ to fall in loveI fell in love with Linda she didn’t love me back
I went crazy over Chrissy, she went crazy over Jack
Maria down in Mexico, my Spanish Mona Lisa
Tried to fly her back to Texas but she did not have a visaIf women come a dime a dozen, I ain’t got a penny
Some guys are gettin’ way too much, some guys don’t get any
But if I had a nickel for every time I’d had enough
I’d still be busted and heartbroken still be tryin’ to fall in love
Bought Renee a dozen roses, all she did was make me beg
Displayed my love for Donna with a tattoo on my leg
There’s a tree where me and Carla carved our names with a pocket knife
But like our love it burned down with a lightning strike
If women come a dime a dozen, I ain’t got a penny
Some guys are gettin’ way too much, some guys don’t get any
But if I had a nickel for every time I’d had enough
I’d still be busted and heartbroken still be tryin’ to fall in love
Why does everybody say there’s lots of fish out in the sea?
When I’m swimming after women they’re all laid up on the beach
If women come a dime a dozen, I ain’t got a penny
Some guys are gettin’ way too much, some guys don’t get any
But if I had a nickel for every time I’d had enough
I’d still be busted and heartbroken still be tryin’ to fall in love
Yeah busted and heartbroken still be tryin’ to fall in love