Travis Tritt “I Had the Best of Intentions” is a song written by Gary Nicholson and recorded by American country music artist Travis Tritt. It was released in July 1999 as the third single from Tritt’s album No More Looking Over My Shoulder. The song reached number 9 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 68 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song is about an older person reflecting on a past relationship, and the regret that is felt over the way it ended. The singer admits that he had the best of intentions, but things did not turn out as he had hoped. The song is a ballad, with a simple but effective melody. Tritt’s vocal performance is heartfelt and emotional, and the song’s lyrics are relatable to anyone who has ever experienced the pain of a lost love.
