Introduction
Upon his split from Brooks & Dunn in late 2009, Ronnie Dunn embarked on a bold creative journey that culminated in his self-titled solo debut, released June 7, 2011, via Arista Nashville . Free from the duo’s collaborative framework, Dunn immersed himself in recording—eventually cutting around 34 songs—before settling on the final 12-track album .
“Last Love I’m Tryin’” stands as track nine on this album, one of nine songs solely penned by Dunn . Written impulsively, the song emerged from a moment of personal reflection: Dunn’s wife, Janine, intervened during his manic recording phase, urging him to pause. As soon as she left the room, he grabbed a pencil and began writing—resulting in a raw, heartfelt track born of both tension and love .
Thematically, “Last Love I’m Tryin’” explores the idea of lasting love framed within the context of a man at a crossroads—wrestling with change and seeking reassurance. It showcases Dunn’s trademark baritone: soulful, gritty, and emotionally resonant .
Critics and fans embraced the song as part of a more intimate, introspective side of Dunn. The album marked a dramatic shift from Brooks & Dunn’s honky‑tonk style, signaling his willingness to experiment while drawing on deep emotional truths .
As one of the standout tracks on his first solo project, “Last Love I’m Tryin’” captures the moment when life’s momentum pauses—revealing vulnerability, commitment, and the struggle to hold onto love amid change.
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Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I’m in this, for good forever baby
No more sorta kinda maybes
This time, no losin’ balance
Come what may, no matter what happens
No more goin’ from this one to that one
All the way, that’s all that matters
[Chorus]
I don’t think, I can take another
Here today, gone tomorrow lover
Dancin’ in and out of my life
Not sure, I could survive
Oh, I’m no quitter, I can’t take
Handin’ over my heart, havin’ somebody break it
This is as high, as I’m flyin’
This is, the last love I’m tryin’
[Verse 2]
Sad and lonely, I can’t allow to hurt me
No givin’ into love, havin’ it desert me
This time, all the way together
I can’t tell you, how important this is
Been through to way too many, hits and misses
Almosts, nearly forevers
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[Chorus]
Oh, I don’t think, I can take another
Here today, gone tomorrow lover
Dancin’ in and out of my life
Not sure, I could survive
Oh, I’m no quitter, I can’t take
Handin’ over my heart, havin’ somebody break it
This is as high, as I’m flyin’
This is, the last love I’m tryin’
[Chorus]
Oh, I don’t think, I can take another
Here today, gone tomorrow lover
Dancin’ in and out of my life
Not sure, I could survive
Oh, I’m no quitter, but I can’t take
Handin’ over my heart, havin’ somebody break it
This is as high, as I’m flyin’
This is, the last love I’m tryin’
[Outro]
I don’t think, I can take another
Here today, gone tomorrow lover
This is, the last love I’m tryin’