Try
Kenneth Whalum Lyrics

Kenneth Whalum's song Try is a melancholic and introspective song about holding onto what we've lost and trying to make things right. The opening line, "Hold me right now," is a desperate plea to be comforted and held close in the midst of heartbreak. The repetition of this line throughout the song reinforces the urgency and intensity of this need. Whalum regrets not cherishing his relationship more, "If I'd known you would be leaving, I'd never let you go." This line is particularly poignant as it speaks to the idea that we often don't realize what we have until it's gone. The line also reveals a sense of powerlessness and regret that we can all relate to.

As the song progresses, Whalum shifts his attention to his partner, "I can see that you are breaking now, is there much that I can do?" The line shows his willingness to repair the damage caused and start anew. However, he also acknowledges that it's not solely up to him, "It's just up to me and you." The relationship requires mutual trust and effort. The repetition of the phrase "Trust me again" at the end of the song emphasizes this idea that trust needs to be rebuilt in order for the relationship to survive.