The song "I Wonder Why I Worry Over You" by Ernest Tubb explores the emotional turmoil that the narrator experiences in a troubled relationship. The lyrics depict a situation where the narrator's love is being mistreated and taken for granted by their partner. The narrator questions why they still worry and care about someone who is not deserving of their attention. Despite being mistreated and having their love kicked around, the narrator finds themselves unable to let go and continues to worry about the person. The song suggests that the narrator's friends advise them to be smart and leave the relationship before getting hurt even more. However, the narrator acknowledges that their partner will never change their wicked ways and will always remain the same. The lyrics further reveal that even when the partner is clearly at fault, the blame is shifted onto the narrator. This implies that the partner manipulates the situation to their advantage, making the narrator question why they still worry about someone who constantly puts the blame on them. The narrator realizes that leaving the relationship wouldn't bother their partner as they already have someone else waiting. This realization emphasizes the partner's lack of worth and highlights why the narrator questions why they continue to worry over someone who does not appreciate their love. Overall, "I Wonder Why I Worry Over You" portrays a complex and troubled relationship where the narrator struggles to let go despite being mistreated. It reflects on the conflicting emotions and conflicting advice the narrator receives from friends, ultimately leading them to question why they still worry about their unworthy partner.
