I'm Just Not An Easy Man to Love
Tom T. Hall · Everything from Jesus to Jack Daniels [Mercury] [1983]
Life picked me up and threw me to the wolves
I had to learn to be a pussycat or a bull
So I made my way through life with push and shove
And I'm just not an easy man to love.
Sometimes I have worn a weddin' band
And I've been true and blue but on the other hand
I'm not use to wearin' velvet gloves
I'm just not an easy man to love.
One thing they never pinned on me was greed
Some take what they want some what they need
And all I ever wanted was enough
And I'm just not an easy man to love.
Sometimes I have worn a weddin' band...
And I've been true and blue but on the other hand
I'm not use to wearin' velvet gloves
I'm just not an easy man to love.
--- Instrumental ---
Oh, I'm not proud but I'm damn sure not ashamed
Hey, I walk through hell and sometimes fan the flame
Maybe life just handled me too rough
Hey, I just not an easy man to love.
Sometimes I have worn a weddin' band
And I've been true and blue but on the other hand
I'm not use to wearin' velvet gloves
I'm just not an easy man to love.
--- Instrumental ---
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About I'm Just Not An Easy Man to Love
Tom T. Hall's "I'm Just Not An Easy Man to Love" stands as a quintessential example of his storytelling prowess, delivered with the characteristic warmth and vulnerability that defined his career. Recorded on the Mercury label in 1983, this track appears on the album *Everything from Jesus to Jack Daniels*, showcasing his ability to blend traditional country themes with a modern sensibility. The song reflects Hall's signature style of exploring complex human emotions through narrative-driven lyrics, avoiding melodrama in favor of grounded, relatable character studies. As part of his extensive discography spanning from the late 1960s through the 1990s, this recording exemplifies the folk-country sound that earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following. It captures the essence of his work during a period where he was refining his craft to deliver timeless tales of love, loss, and redemption. The track remains a testament to his skill in crafting music that resonates deeply with listeners, offering a glimpse into the personal and universal struggles often found in his songs.