About the song
“Loving Her Was Easier” was included in The Highwaymen’s debut album, also titled “The Highwaymen,” released in 1985. The album marked a significant moment in country music history as it brought together four iconic artists known for their distinctive voices and rebellious spirit. Kris Kristofferson’s composition, with its evocative lyrics and melodic simplicity, provided a perfect canvas for The Highwaymen to showcase their collective talents.
In terms of chart performance, The Highwaymen’s rendition of “Loving Her Was Easier” resonated strongly with audiences, reflecting the widespread admiration for the song’s poetic beauty and emotional resonance. While specific chart positions can vary, the song’s impact on listeners and its enduring popularity remain undeniable.
The collaboration between Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson on “Loving Her Was Easier” exemplifies the synergy of their individual styles and the camaraderie that defined The Highwaymen. Their interpretation of Kristofferson’s classic continues to captivate listeners, offering a glimpse into the complexities of love and longing through seasoned voices that have shaped the landscape of country music.
For fans of classic country and folk music, “Loving Her Was Easier” by The Highwaymen stands as a testament to the timeless power of storytelling in songwriting. It remains a cherished gem in the repertoire of these legendary musicians, celebrated for its lyrical beauty and the indelible mark it has left on the hearts of listeners.
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Lyrics
Kris, I wanna do another one of your songs
That you’ll help me out with, will ya?
I have seen the morning burning golden
On the mountain in the skies
Aching with the feeling
And the freedom of an eagle when she flies
Turning all my world away
She smiled upon my soul as I lay dying
Healing as the colors in the sunshine
And the shadows of her eyes
Waking in the morning to the feeling
Of her fingers on my skin
Wiping out the traces of the people
And the places that I’ve been
Teaching me that yesterday was something
That I never thought of trying
Talking of tomorrow and the money
Love and time we had to spend
Loving her was easier
Than anything I’ll ever do again
I was close together with a feeling
That I’ve never known, before in my time
You’re not ashamed to be a woman
She’s not afraid to be a friend
I don’t know the answers to the easy way
She’s opened every door in my mind
And dreaming is as easy
As believing that it’s never gonna end
Loving her was easier
Than anything I’ll ever do again
Coming close together with a feeling
That I’ve never known, before in my time
She’s not ashamed to be a woman
She’s not afraid to be a friend
I don’t know the answers to the easy way
She’s opened every door in my mind
Dreaming is as easy
As believing that it’s never gonna end
Loving her was easier
Than anything I’ll ever do again
Loving her was easier
Than anything I’ll ever do again
Thank you all very much