Beth Crowley - I'm Trying (Musical Theatre Version) from The Have Not Soundtrack

The Struggle to Return

• 💡 The speaker describes faking a smile and appearing convincing, though others can see through it.
• 💥 Initially feeling invincible, everything eventually came crashing down, leading to a desire to hide amongst the wreckage.
• 😔 There's a deep effort to get back to the person they once were, acknowledging it's harder than they're willing to admit.

Coping with Reality

• 💬 When asked how they are, the speaker tells people they are "all right", suggesting a belief in their own lie.
• 🚪 Letting their guard down brings reality forward, reminding them of a happier past.
• 💔 The song expresses a wish for others to stop claiming to know the pain, as unsolicited advice only makes things worse.

Seeking Lost Self and Dreams

• 🔑 A core theme is the struggle to reconnect with things once loved, questioning what those even were.
• ✨ The speaker is also trying to remember the dreams they used to hold inside.
• 💪 Despite the difficulties, the repeated phrase "I'm trying" emphasizes a continuous effort and perseverance to pass through the current state.