Ask Me Why by The Beatles is a song about the joy and pain of being in love. The lyrics express the elation that love brings and the hurt that comes when things go wrong. Key themes in the song include love, emotional vulnerability, and the highs and lows that come with romantic relationships. Particularly poignant moments in the song are when the narrator admits their constant emotional turmoil, asking repeatedly why they are in this state – a reflection of the intense feelings that love can evoke.