About the song
Kris Kristofferson: A Timeless Love Song
There’s something undeniably poignant about a song that can transport you back to a specific moment in time. Kris Kristofferson’s “Loving Her Was Easier (1972)” is one such song. Released in the early 1970s, at a time when country music was undergoing a significant transformation, this ballad stands as a testament to Kristofferson’s ability to capture the complexities of love and loss with raw honesty.
The song’s narrative is both simple and profound. It paints a picture of a love so deep and consuming that it seems almost effortless. Yet, as the lyrics unfold, we realize that this ease is a mirage, a fleeting moment in a larger tapestry of human experience. The line, “loving her was easier than anything I’ll ever do again,” is a heart-wrenching admission of the passage of time and the inevitability of change.
One of the most striking aspects of “Loving Her Was Easier” is its understated elegance. Kristofferson’s vocals, with their distinctive rasp, convey a world-weariness that is both alluring and heartbreaking. The melody, while simple, is incredibly effective, creating a sense of longing and nostalgia. The song’s arrangement is sparse, allowing Kristofferson’s voice and the lyrics to take center stage.
This song has resonated with countless listeners over the decades for a number of reasons. First, it taps into a universal human experience: the love we feel for another person. Second, it speaks to the passage of time and the way that our lives change. And finally, it offers a sense of comfort and solace to those who have experienced loss.
“Loving Her Was Easier” is more than just a song; it’s a timeless piece of Americana. It’s a song that reminds us of the power of love, the fragility of life, and the beauty of human connection. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Kris Kristofferson or new to his music, this song is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Lyrics
I have seen the mornin’ burnin’ golden on the mountain in the skies
Achin’ with the feelin’ of the freedom of an eagle when she flies
Turnin’ on the world the way she smiled upon my soul as I lay dyin’
Healin’ as the colors in the sunshine and the shadows of her eyesWakin’ in the mornin’ to the feelin’ of her fingers on my skin
Wipin’ out the traces of the people and the places that I’ve been
Teachin’ me that yesterday was somethin’ that I’d never thought of trying’
Talkin’ of tomorrow and the money love and time we had to spend
Lovin’ her was easier than anything I’ll ever do againComin’ close together with a feelin’ that I’ve never known before in my time
She ain’t ashamed to be a woman or afraid to be a friend
I don’t know the answer to the easy way she opened every door in my mind
But dreamin’ was as easy as believin’ it was never gonna end
And lovin’ her was easier than anything I’ll ever do again