Discover the story of the song > Why – Rascal Flatts

The lyrics express the confusion and sadness felt by the protagonist after their partner unexpectedly takes their own life. They question if there was anything they could have done to help or if they missed any signs that their partner was struggling. The protagonist reminisces about their partner's passion and talent, and wonders why they would choose to leave in the middle of their journey. They also reflect on the beauty of the world and express their disbelief that someone could believe life wasn't worth fighting for. The lyrics end with a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of the partner's life.