Adele sings during a live tour in 2016. Her newest song, “Easy On Me”, was released on Oct. 14 and has since broken Spotify’s record for most streamed song in a single day. Photo fair use of Wikimedia Commons
Adele’s new single “Easy On Me,” released on Oct. 14, is a commercial and artistic success that demonstrates her mastery of the emotional ballad.
Adele’s new single “Easy On Me” is an emotional and hauntingly beautiful piece that will captivate longtime fans and new listeners alike.
Released to all major streaming platforms in the U.S. by Columbia Records on Oct. 14, “Easy On Me” is the first piece from Adele’s highly anticipated fourth studio album, “30,” to be released. The complete album will be available on Nov. 19.
Since the song’s release it has become wildly popular amongst fans and new Adele listeners alike, breaking Spotify’s record for most streamed song in a single day and Amazon’s record for the most first-day Alexa requests. As of Oct. 22, it is listed at 68 in Billboard’s top 100 song chart and is still rising.
Like many of Adele’s previous songs, the piece features stunning vocals over a piano instrumental. Her smooth and sweeping voice moves effortlessly from high to low notes. “Easy On Me” uses this range well, twisting the variety of notes into an intricate melody.
The lyrics of the song are perfectly crafted, illustrating a clear narrative to the listener while still leaving room for interpretation.
Also like many of Adele’s previous songs, “Easy On Me” reflects on a relationship gone wrong. However, unlike in other pieces, in “Easy On Me” Adele acknowledges her mistakes and asks for forgiveness. The emotion in her voice is palpable, which adds depth to the song.
The lyrics of the song are perfectly crafted, illustrating a clear narrative to the listener while still leaving room for interpretation. The combination of regret, grief and hope evident in Adele’s delivery of the song can be seen in the lyrics and will resonate with listeners.
The stylistic similarities and presence of Adele’s trademark sound will make “Easy On Me” a hit with fans of her previous music. However, the emotion and simple elegance captured in this piece may allow it to appeal to an even wider audience, too.
Raw with emotion yet still sweet, “Easy On Me” is a heartbreaking and melodic piece that will leave listeners impatient for the release of “30.”
