About the Song
Toby Keith: Tryin’ to Fall in Love
“Tryin’ to Fall in Love” is a country song written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in September 2001 as the second single from his album Pull My Chain. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States and number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song is a mid-tempo ballad about a man who is trying to fall in love. He is looking for someone who is kind, beautiful, and intelligent. He is also looking for someone who can make him laugh. The song is a reminder that love is not always easy to find, but it is worth the wait.
Toby Keith
Toby Keith is an American country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. He has released 19 studio albums, 2 live albums, 3 compilation albums, and 50 singles. Keith has sold over 40 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling country music artists of all time.
Keith was born in Moore, Oklahoma, in 1961. He began playing music at a young age, and he formed his first band in high school. Keith moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1984 to pursue a career in country music. He signed with Mercury Records in 1993, and he released his debut album, Toby Keith, in 1994.
Keith’s debut album was a commercial success, and it spawned the hit singles “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and “A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action”. Keith’s second album, Boomtown, was released in 1996, and it was even more successful than his debut. The album spawned the hit singles “I’m So Happy I Can’t Stop Crying” and “We Were in Love”.
Keith has continued to release successful albums throughout his career. His most recent album, Peso in My Pocket, was released in 2021. Keith has also won numerous awards, including the Academy of Country Music Award for Top Male Vocalist in 2002 and the American Country Music Award for Artist of the Year in 2003.
Critical reception
“Tryin’ to Fall in Love” was received positively by critics. AllMusic called it a “sweet, romantic ballad” and “one of Keith’s best songs.” Billboard magazine praised the song’s “smooth melody” and “heartfelt lyrics.”
Commercial performance
“Tryin’ to Fall in Love” was a commercial success. It reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States and number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was also a success in Canada, where it reached number one on the RPM Country Singles chart.
Music video
The music video for “Tryin’ to Fall in Love” was directed by Michael Salomon. The video features Keith singing the song in a variety of settings, including a bar, a restaurant, and a park. The video also features a love story between a young couple.
Legacy
“Tryin’ to Fall in Love” is one of Toby Keith’s most popular songs. It is a classic country ballad that has been enjoyed by fans for over 20 years. The song is a reminder that love is not always easy to find, but it is worth the wait.
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