Introduction:
It’s Easy for You, a poignant ballad by the King of Rock and Roll himself, Elvis Presley, arrived on the music scene in 1977. This wasn’t a product of his early, rock and roll heavy days at Sun Studio, but rather the final track on his studio album, Moody Blue, recorded at his Graceland mansion’s famous Jungle Room. The producer for this introspective album was Felton Jarvis, who had collaborated with Presley on numerous occasions throughout the 1970s.
While It’s Easy for You didn’t quite achieve the chart-topping dominance of Presley’s earlier hits, it holds a special place in the Presley Presley’s discography for a few reasons. First, it showcases a mature Presley**. The electrifying rock and roll energy that made him a sensation in the 1950s had softened somewhat, but it was replaced by a richer, more soulful vocal delivery. This change reflected not only Presley’s own personal growth, but also the musical trends of the time.
It’s Easy for You is classified as a rock and roll ballad. It retains the core elements of rock and roll – a driving beat, prominent electric guitar, and Presley’s unmistakable vocals – but incorporates a more melancholic tone. The lyrics, penned by the songwriting duo of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber (famous for musicals like Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar), paint a picture of heartbreak and longing. The narrator, presumably going through a breakup, expresses his pain as he witnesses his ex-lover seemingly move on with ease. Presley’s emotive delivery perfectly captures this sentiment, making It’s Easy for You a powerful ballad that resonates with listeners even today.
While not a chart-topping hit, It’s Easy for You became a beloved song among Presley’s dedicated fans**. It stands as a testament to his growth as a musician and his ability to deliver soulful vocals that transcend genre. The song remains a poignant part of Presley’s vast musical legacy.
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Lyrics:
You may not mind that it’s overBut I’ve a different point of viewEven though I am shatteredIt’s easy for youYou don’t have to face the musicYou don’t have to face the crowdJust go back where you came fromYou ain’t even proudI had a wife and I had childrenI threw them all awayAnd now you tell me, you dare to tell meI should go back to themWhat do you think I should sayI found it hard to leave themSaddest thing I ever had to doMy problems haven’t startedAnd it’s easy for youI had a wife and I had childrenI threw them all awayAnd now you tell me, you dare to tell meI should go back to themWhat do you think, what on earth do you think I should sayIf you ever tire of the good lifeCall me in a year or twoI’ve got no choice, I’ll forgive you’cause it’s easy for youYou only have to call me, it’s easy for youYou only have to call me, it’s easy for you