Introduction:
“Tryin’ to Fall in Love” by Toby Keith is a lesser-known track from his 2011 album Clancy’s Tavern, an album noted for blending Keith’s signature honky-tonk vibe with a reflective look at life, love, and loss. Unlike some of the more prominent singles from the album, this track dives into themes of longing and vulnerability, with lyrics that showcase a romantic yearning. Co-written by Toby Keith and songwriter Bobby Pinson, the song offers a unique contrast to some of Keith’s more upbeat, rowdy tracks, highlighting his versatility as both a performer and lyricist.
While Keith’s discography often focuses on themes like patriotism, humor, and personal strength, “Tryin’ to Fall in Love” gives listeners a glimpse of a more introspective side. The song was crafted during a period in which Keith was transitioning from his early, high-energy hits to more nuanced narratives, exploring life’s ups and downs. In Clancy’s Tavern, the song complements other ballads, contributing to an album celebrated for both its emotional depth and musical craftsmanship. The song wasn’t released as a single but remains appreciated by fans who value Keith’s softer storytelling moments.
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Lyrics:
“Tryin’ To Fall In Love”
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 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 loveBought 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 strikeIf 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 loveWhy 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 beachIf 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