About the Song
Toby Keith: “Tryin’ To Matter”
“Tryin’ To Matter” is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. It was released in August 2001 as the second single from his album Pull My Chain. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song is about a man who is trying to find his place in the world. He is working a full-time job and has a part-time wife, but he still feels like he is not making a difference. He is trying to find something that will make him feel like he matters.
The song is a powerful ballad that speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever felt lost or alone. Keith’s vocals are strong and emotional, and the lyrics are simple but effective. The song is a reminder that we all matter, even if we don’t always feel like it.
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 57 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 when he was in high school. Keith moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1984 to pursue a career in country music.
Keith’s first album, Toby Keith, was released in 1993. The 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 1994. The album was even more successful than his first, and it spawned the hit singles “Who’s That Man” and “I’m So Happy I Can’t Stop Crying”.
Keith has continued to release successful albums throughout his career. His most recent album, Peso in My Pocket, was released in 2021. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it spawned the hit single “Don’t Let the Old Man In”.
Keith is known for his traditional country music sound and his outspoken personality. He has been a vocal critic of the Iraq War and the Obama administration. Keith is also a strong supporter of the military and veterans.
“Tryin’ To Matter” is a powerful ballad that speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever felt lost or alone. Keith’s vocals are strong and emotional, and the lyrics are simple but effective. The song is a reminder that we all matter, even if we don’t always feel like it.