Fueled by the similar staples within their collective musical taste, the me… Read Full Bio ↴Fueled by the similar staples within their collective musical taste, the members of Knox Hamilton blend laid back guitar riffs and catchy bass lines with rhythmic drum beats and soaring vocals to produce a sound that’s as likely to make you want to visit the beach as it is to move your feet.

Band Members: Boots Copeland, Brad Pierce, Coby Copeland, Cory Copeland, and Drew Buffington

I Tried
Knox Hamilton Lyrics

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I, I tried so hard for you, my love
I swear I didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
And still you didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
And still you didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
It's like you never knew

Hardest to gossip what it is
When you don't know what it's like to hear
And that he loves us more than we can sin
We give thanks today, to be called the least of these
I, I walk so far without you lord
And when I step too heavy
I, I walk so far without you lord
And when I step too heavy

Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone
Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone
Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone

Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone

So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone

Overall Meaning

In Knox Hamilton's song "I Tried," the singer elaborates on the effort he put into his love for a certain person, but despite his attempts, he feels as though his love went unnoticed. The repetition of the phrase "I tried so hard for you, my love" emphasizes the amount of effort the singer put forth, but the lack of reciprocation from the other person suggests a sense of frustration and disappointment. The desperation in his voice is evident, as he repeats the phrase several times, which might be interpreted as a subconscious plea for recognition or validation.

The lyrics then shift, and the singer addresses his faith, expressing his struggles with feeling distant from his religion. The lines "I walk so far without you, Lord, and when I step too heavy," reveal the emotional struggles he's facing as a result of the relationship between himself and God. The phrase "step too heavy" hints at feelings of shame or guilt associated with the difficulties. The next line of the song shifts back to the initial situation, repeating the statement, "I tried so hard for you, my love," adding more emphasis to the frustration built up inside the singer.

The conclusion offers a message of hope, as the singer shares that even when one is feeling alone, they are never truly alone. The repetition of "his heart breaks in two when he sees that you are all alone" suggests a sense of empathy and compassion, implying that there are others who understand what it's like to feel isolated or disconnected. The line "cease to know you're never all alone," offers hope for the future, and the idea that one can overcome their struggles if they trust in themselves and have faith in their support systems.

Line by Line Meaning

I, I tried so hard for you, my love
I put in so much effort to make you happy, my darling

I swear I didn't know it
I genuinely didn't realize that my efforts went unnoticed

And still you didn't know it
Despite my best efforts to show my love and care, you didn't seem to understand or appreciate it

It's like you never knew
It felt as if all my efforts went to waste, as if you were completely oblivious to them

Hardest to gossip what it is
It is difficult to explain or describe what it really means

When you don't know what it's like to hear
When you've never experienced something, it's hard to understand how it feels

And that he loves us more than we can sin
God's love for us is unconditional and infinite, beyond what we can comprehend or deserve

We give thanks today, to be called the least of these
We express gratitude for being blessed and favored, even if we feel undeserving or unworthy

I, I walk so far without you lord
I've been going through life without relying on God's guidance and support

And when I step too heavy
When I make mistakes or face obstacles that are too difficult to handle on my own

Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
God feels pain and sadness when he sees his children suffering or struggling

When he sees that you are all alone
When he observes that we are feeling isolated, unloved, or lost

So I pray that, you know that he's there
I hope and pray that you realize that God is always present and willing to help you

Cease to know you're never all alone
Stop believing that you are completely alone or abandoned, because you have God's love and companionship

Writer(s): BRADLEY PIERCE, CODY COPELAND, ANDREW BUFFINGTON, COBY COPELAND

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@TheBlueSlipperss

6y↑3

lyrics:
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
I swear I didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
And still you didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
And still you didn't know it
I, I tried so hard for you, my love
It's like you never knew

Hardest to gossip what it is
When you don't know what it's like to hear
And that he loves us more than we can sin
We give thanks today, to be called the least of these
I, I walk so far without you lord
And when I step too heavy
I, I walk so far without you lord
And when I step too heavy

Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone
Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone
Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone

Don't you know that, his heart breaks in two
When he sees that you are all alone
So I pray that, you know that he's there
Cease to know you're never all alone

All comments from YouTube:

@AG-mh3gf

9y↑16

This is such a genuine, soulful song. They blow me away.

Any other fans waiting for the day that the rest of the world catches on and falls in love with Knox Hamilton or is it just me?