Easy To Love
Ella Fitzgerald · Dearly Beloved [2007]
Just wasting precious time
In thinking such a thing could be
That you could ever care for me
I'm sure you hate to hear
That I adore you, dear
But grant me just the same
I'm not entirely to blame for
You'd be so easy to love
So easy to idolize all others above
So worth the yearning for
So swell to keep every home fire burning for
We'd be so grand at the game
So carefree together
That it does seem a shame
That you can't see your future with me
'Cause you'd be oh, so easy to love
We'd be so grand at the game
So carefree together
That it does seem a shame
That you can't see your future with me
'Cause you'd be oh, so easy to love
Easy To Love
Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of 'Easy To Love' stands as a testament to her unparalleled ability to interpret the Great American Songbook with warmth and precision. Featured on the 2007 album Dearly Beloved, this recording captures the essence of her mature vocal style, characterized by impeccable phrasing and a rich, resonant tone. The song, a classic standard composed by Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II, allows Fitzgerald to showcase her signature swing and emotional depth without relying on excessive ornamentation. Her performance transforms the material into a timeless expression of romantic devotion, reflecting the enduring appeal of her extensive discography. This track remains a vital song in her catalogue, demonstrating why she is celebrated as the First Lady of Song for her consistent excellence across decades of recording.