Why Don't You Try
Kelly Clarkson · Itunes Session [2011]
Cut in two
By ambitious pride
Stuck in my ways
Between you and my other life
Now I have been around enough to know when love has ended
And I believe that you and I deserve to be extended
So why don't you try
To make me stay
When it's time to go
Why don't you try
To stand in my way
Because we both know
I can't stop myself
Our empty house
You occupy
When I'm far away
Heavier hearts won't justify
Why I'm gone today
Now I have hung a cloud above our house from always leaving
I figured you would at least make me give a better reason
So why don't you try
To make me stay
When it's time to go
Why don't you try
To stand in my way
Because we both know
I can't stop myself
In the early mornings when I'm up before dawn
Say "why don't you stay" but you keep sleeping on
Maybe you're just too used to me being gone
Cause if you know that I go when I go
Then why don't you try
To make me stay
When it's time to go
Why don't you try
To stand in my way
Because we both know
I can't stop myself.
Why Don't You Try
Kelly Clarkson's 'Why Don't You Try' captures the raw, unfiltered energy that defined her early 2010s output. Recorded during a 2011 iTunes Session, the track stands as a testament to her ability to deliver powerful vocal performances in intimate studio settings. Emerging from the same creative period as her acclaimed album Stronger, the song showcases the pop-rock sensibilities and emotional depth that have become hallmarks of her discography. Clarkson's delivery on this recording highlights her signature blend of soulful phrasing and dynamic range, offering listeners a glimpse into her artistic evolution during a prolific era. The track remains a compelling example of her capacity to convey complex feelings through straightforward, impactful songwriting, reinforcing her status as a leading voice in contemporary American music.