"If I Wasn't" is a song performed by Ashley Campbell, daughter of country music legend Glen Campbell, and Vince Gill. The song portrays the emotions of love, longing, and vulnerability. The lyrics suggest that the narrator, if they were not a fool or dreamer, would let their loved one walk away and discover what life has to offer. However, their deep love and attachment prevent them from doing so, causing them to cry and feel helpless. The song speaks to the universal experience of being so in love with someone that it becomes difficult to let go, even when it might be the rational choice. The narrator longs for honesty from their loved one about whether they feel the same intensity of love and connection. The verse about being held by the loved one emphasizes the warmth, comfort, and happiness that the narrator experiences when they are together. They fear that if their loved one were to leave, that love would continue to haunt them every day and night. Ultimately, "If I Wasn't" captures the complexities of love and the vulnerability that comes with it. It showcases the struggle of someone deeply in love but unsure if their feelings are reciprocated.
