About the song
“Lovin’ Her Was Easier (than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again)” stands as a poignant testament to love’s complexities and enduring impact, crafted by the multifaceted talent of Kris Kristofferson. Initially penned and recorded by Kristofferson himself, the song explores themes of love and nostalgia with lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
Released on his 1971 album “The Silver Tongued Devil and I” under Monument Records, Kristofferson’s original rendition of the song showcased his ability to blend introspective lyrics with a soulful melody. Despite not being actively promoted to country music radio, the song found its audience, peaking at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 and making a significant impact on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart, where it reached number 4. In Canada, it achieved similar success, climbing to number 21 on the RPM Top Singles chart and number 8 on the Adult Contemporary list.
The song’s narrative unfolds through evocative imagery drawn from nature and intimate personal experiences, painting a vivid portrait of a past love cherished in memory. Kristofferson’s delivery, rooted in his distinctive storytelling style, captures the bittersweet essence of love’s fleeting beauty and enduring emotional imprint.
Beyond Kristofferson’s interpretation, “Lovin’ Her Was Easier” resonated across genres and interpretations. Roger Miller, renowned for his own musical prowess, recorded a version included on his album “The Best of Roger Miller,” and later released it as a single in July 1971, showcasing the song’s versatility and universal appeal.
Over the years, “Lovin’ Her Was Easier” has endured as a timeless classic, cherished for its poetic lyricism and heartfelt sincerity. Its ability to evoke profound emotions and contemplation on the nature of love has cemented its place as a staple in the realm of folk and country music. Kristofferson’s enduring legacy as a songwriter and performer is exemplified in this song, which continues to resonate with audiences as a poignant reminder of love’s enduring impact and the complexities of human emotions.
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Lyrics
Hey, I wanna tell you before we get out of here tonight
How much we appreciate the good feeling you’ve been throwing back at us
Because it’s a-, we’re in it for the love and not the money, darling
But if it wasn’t for y’all’s money we couldn’t do it, so God bless you for that
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 sunlight and the shadows of her eyes
Wakin’ 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 tryin’
Talkin’ of tomorrow and the money love and time we had to spend
Lovin’ her was easier than anything I’ll ever do again
Comin’ close together with a feelin’ that I’ve never known before in my time
She ain’t ashamed to be a human 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