José Cifuentes es un funcionario policial que está aquejado por una problemática patología: es adicto al sexo. Ha mantenido relaciones con casi todas las mujeres del barrio, pero los problemas comienzan cuando su superior decide seguirle los pasos.
: During live performances, Skinner has noted that the song helped him navigate the process of coming out, serving as a vehicle for the complex emotions surrounding identity and acceptance. Lyrical Themes: The Mental "Rubik's Cube"
For many in the community, "Trying" has become an anthem for those who feel they are "difficult" to love because of their mental health. It resonates particularly with queer and trans youth who find comfort in Skinner's candidness about his own growth and identity. The transition from the raw, 2015 bedroom-pop version to the more polished Sleepyhead production mirrors Skinner’s own journey as an artist—refining his voice while keeping the same vulnerable heart. Cavetown is trying to change - The Line of Best Fit Cavetown - Trying
: The lyrics "I've never hated myself more" are balanced by the gratitude for a friend or loved one who is still "trying" to be there. : During live performances, Skinner has noted that