The song "Who Am I Trying To Fool" by Wynonna Judd explores the internal struggle of trying to move on from a past love. The lyrics depict the narrator's attempt to convince themselves that they are in control and can live without their ex-partner. However, deep down, they know it's just a lie they tell themselves out of pride. Despite trying to convince themselves that they are broken and have moved on, they still find themselves crying and unable to live without their former lover. The chorus reflects the narrator's confusion and self-deception, questioning why they are trying to appear strong when they feel weak and still love their ex-partner. They acknowledge that they may try to convince themselves that there is someone else out there for them, but it doesn't make sense because they have already found the one they truly love. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes their struggle to fool themselves and how everyone around them knows that they still have strong feelings for their ex-partner. The song also touches upon the narrator's struggle to let go completely. They can tell themselves that they've had enough and can't continue in this way, but their heart still belongs to their former lover. This highlights their internal conflict between wanting to move on and the undeniable love they still hold onto. Overall, "Who Am I Trying To Fool" portrays the inner battle of trying to convince oneself of moving on while still deeply loving someone. It showcases the raw emotions and vulnerability that come with a failed relationship and the difficulty of letting go.
