"I Couldn't Leave You If I Tried" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Rodney Crowell. It was released in May 1988 as the second single from Crowell's album Diamonds & Dirt. The song was the second of Crowell's five number one country singles. The single went to number one for one week and spent a total of 13 weeks on the country chart.

I am going to dedicate this song to Scarlett (Only Make Believe).

After listening to my rendition of Release Me. she said and I quote "this is a song that I've never cared that much for....I think we come out better just being friends, don't you lol?"

So, Ms Scarlett .....put on your 2 steppin' boots.......this song's for you....lol....:-) Keith