Introduction:
“It’s Easy for You” by Elvis Presley is a poignant ballad recorded during the artist’s final studio sessions at Graceland’s Jungle Room in October 1976. Written by the renowned musical theater duo Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the song reflects themes of regret, loss, and the emotional weight of personal choices. It appears on Elvis’s posthumous 1977 album Moody Blue, a compilation of tracks from these historic sessions.
The song narrates the turmoil of a man coping with the aftermath of a failed relationship, marked by sorrow and guilt over leaving behind his family. The lyrics explore the disparity in emotional investment between the protagonist and the other person, emphasizing the pain of unreciprocated emotions. Its deeply introspective tone is complemented by a haunting melody, making it one of Elvis’s most emotionally charged performances.
This track is notable as one of the last songs Elvis ever recorded, showcasing his ability to imbue a performance with raw vulnerability despite his declining health. The Jungle Room sessions, which relied on mobile recording equipment set up in Graceland, yielded a mix of poignant and reflective songs that captured Elvis’s introspective state during his final years. “It’s Easy for You” stands out as a testament to his enduring artistry, blending heartfelt storytelling with his signature vocal depth.
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Lyrics:
“It’s Easy For You”
But I’ve a different point of view
Even though I am shattered
It’s easy for youYou don’t have to face the music
You don’t have to face the crowd
Just go back where you came from
You ain’t even proud
I had a wife and I had children
I threw them all away
And now you tell me, you dare to tell me
I should go back to them
What do you think I should say
I found it hard to leave them
Saddest thing I ever had to do
My problems haven’t started
And it’s easy for you
I had a wife and I had children
I threw them all away
And now you tell me, you dare to tell me
I should go back to them
What do you think, what on earth do you think I should say
If you ever tire of the good life
Call me in a year or two
I’ve got no choice, I’ll forgive you
‘Cause it’s easy for you
You only have to call me, it’s easy for you
You only have to call me, it’s easy for you