Trying
Trying to Forget: Love's Persistence in Ella Fitzgerald's Melody
Lyrics
I'm tryin' to forget you, but try as I may
The singer is attempting to forget someone.
You're still my every thought, Dear, every day
Despite efforts, that person remains constantly on the singer's mind.
No use tryin' to forget you 'cause I realize
The singer acknowledges the futility of trying to forget because of a realization.
That I'm trying to forget you with tears in my eyes
The attempt to forget is accompanied by tears, indicating emotional pain.
And those teardrops only remind me
Tears act as a reminder of the increasing love for the person.
That I love you more and more
The singer's love for this person continues to grow.
So I'll put my foolish pride behind me
The singer intends to let go of their pride to pursue reconciliation.
And go knockin', knockin' at your door
Expressing the willingness to actively seek reconciliation with the person.
And I'll be tryin' to impress you
The singer plans to make efforts to impress the person they love.
Hopin' to possess you
Desiring to gain possession or affection of the person through these efforts.
Now I know I haven't a chance, Dear, there's no denyin'
Admitting the lack of realistic chances despite the efforts.
But you can't blame a fellow for tryin'
The singer defends their attempt, justifying it as a natural inclination despite the odds.
And those teardrops only remind me
Tears serve as a continual reminder of deepening affection.
That I love you more and more
Love for the person keeps intensifying.
So I'll put my foolish pride behind me
Willingness to overcome pride again to pursue reconciliation.
And go knockin', knockin' at your door
Reiterating the determination to seek reconciliation with the person.
And I'll be tryin' to impress you
Continued efforts to impress the person.
Hopin' to possess you
Hoping for affection or possession despite recognizing the slim chances.
Now I know I haven't a chance, Dear, there's no denyin'
Reiterating the acknowledgment of slim chances in gaining the person's affection.
But you can't blame a fellow for tryin'
Justifying the attempt as a natural pursuit despite the unlikely success.
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