About The Song
In the realm of country music, heartache and longing are two recurring themes that have resonated with listeners for decades. Among the many artists who have masterfully captured these emotions, Travis Tritt stands out as a true balladeer, his voice imbued with a raw honesty that cuts straight to the core. His 1991 hit, “Anymore”, is a prime example of his ability to craft songs that are both poignant and relatable, making it a timeless classic that continues to touch the hearts of country music fans worldwide.
Released as the second single from his album It’s All About to Change, “Anymore” quickly ascended to the top of the country charts, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The song’s success can be attributed to its powerful lyrics, which paint a vivid picture of a man struggling to come to terms with the loss of love. Tritt’s vocals, infused with a mix of vulnerability and determination, perfectly convey the protagonist’s inner turmoil, making the song an emotional rollercoaster for the listener.
The opening lines of “Anymore” set the stage for the emotional journey that follows: “I can’t hide the way I feel about you anymore / I can’t hold the hurt inside, keep the pain out of my eyes anymore.” These lyrics immediately establish the protagonist’s inability to suppress his feelings, despite the pain they cause him. The repetition of the word “anymore” emphasizes the sense of urgency and desperation that grips him, as he realizes that he can no longer deny his true emotions.
As the song progresses, the protagonist’s longing for his lost love intensifies. He sings, “My tears no longer waiting, my resistance ain’t that strong / My mind keeps recreating a life with you alone.” These lines reveal his deep-seated desire to rekindle the relationship, despite the fact that it may be a lost cause. The imagery of his tears and the repetition of the word “alone” underscore the depth of his emotional pain.
The chorus of “Anymore” is a powerful plea for the protagonist’s love to return: “Let me make one last appeal to show you how I feel about you / ‘Cause there’s no one else, I swear that holds a candle anywhere next to you.” In these lines, he lays bare his heart, expressing his unwavering devotion and the irreplaceable nature of his love. The use of the phrase “one last appeal” highlights the desperation of his situation, as he grasps for any chance to salvage the relationship.
The bridge of the song provides a brief moment of hope, as the protagonist acknowledges the possibility of reconciliation: “My heart can’t take the beating, not having you to hold / A small voice keeps repeating deep inside my soul / It says I can’t keep pretending I don’t love you anymore.” These lyrics suggest that he hasn’t completely given up on the relationship, and that a glimmer of hope remains within him.
However, the song’s resolution ultimately reveals the protagonist’s acceptance of the reality of his situation. He sings, “I’ve got to take the chance or let it pass by / If I expect to get on with my life.” These lines demonstrate his realization that he must move forward, even if it means facing the pain of heartbreak. The song ends with a repetition of the title phrase, “Anymore”, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of sadness and longing for the protagonist’s lost love.
“Anymore” is a masterful ballad that captures the essence of heartbreak and longing with raw honesty and emotional depth. Travis Tritt’s powerful vocals and poignant lyrics make the song a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners worldwide. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to connect with the human experience of love and loss, making it a cherished piece of country music history.
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I can’t hide the way I feel about you anymoreI can’t hold the hurt inside, keep the pain out of my eyes anymoreMy tears no longer waitingMy resistance ain’t that strongMy mind keeps recreating a life with you aloneAnd I’m tired of pretendingI don’t love you anymoreLet me make one last appealTo show you how I feel about you, mm hm‘Cause there’s no one else I swear holds a candle anywhereNext to you, mm hmMy heart can’t take the beatingNot having you to holdA small voice keeps repeatingDeep inside my soulIt says I can’t keep pretendingI don’t love you anymoreI’ve got to take the chance or let it pass byIf I expect to get on with my lifeMy tears no longer waitingOh, my resistance ain’t that strongOh, my mind keeps recreatingA life with you aloneAnd I’m tired of pretendingI don’t love you anymoreAnymoreAnymore