The song "I'll Go Back to Her" by Waylon Jennings tells the story of a person who realizes that they made a mistake by leaving their partner. Despite their efforts to please someone else, the more they did, the less that person seemed to care. Feeling unwanted and unappreciated, the singer decides to go back to their original partner, who still wants and accepts them despite their wrongdoings. The lyrics reflect the remorse and regret the singer feels for walking out on their partner without thinking twice. They acknowledge that it wasn't an easy decision but realize that they gave their all in trying to please someone else, yet their efforts were in vain. Despite any mistakes the singer may have made, they find solace in knowing that their original partner still wants them and is willing to forgive. Ultimately, the narrator of the song decides to go back to where they truly belong, with the person who still values and wants them. The lyrics convey a sense of redemption, as they hope to make up for the wrong they have done and find happiness in reuniting with their partner.
