Can't You See I'm Trying
Glen Campbell · Glen Campbell [Pickwick] [1973]
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you put me down
And leave me cryin'?
Everywhere I wanna go, you don't wanna go
Everything I wanna do. you don't wanna do
Oh, why are you so hard to me
(?..................help.............?)
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you put me down
And leave me cryin'?
I'll do anything to help you get your kicks
But I'm scrapin' the bottom of my bag of tricks
Oh, and I have needs to fulful an occasional thrill.
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you put me down
And leave me cryin'?
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you put me down
And leave me cryin'?
Woh, Can't you see I'm tryin'
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you put me down
And leave me cryin'
Woh, Can't you see I'm tryin'
Can't you see I'm tryin'
Oh, why do you...
Can't You See I'm Trying
Glen Campbell's 'Can't You See I'm Trying' stands as a poignant example of his mastery of the 12-string acoustic guitar, a signature sound that defined his career. Recorded for the 1973 Pickwick release, the track exemplifies the folk-rock and country-pop fusion that Campbell helped popularize in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The song's narrative captures the frustration of a lover trying to communicate across a distance, a theme Campbell explored with emotional depth throughout his discography. His ability to blend lyrical storytelling with intricate guitar work made him a pivotal figure in the transition from traditional country to modern rock, influencing countless subsequent artists who sought to merge these genres. The recording remains a testament to his technical skill and his capacity to convey complex human emotions through melody and instrumentation.