You ever hear a song that feels like it’s pulling you into a warm, bittersweet memory you didn’t even know you had? That’s Loving Her Was Easier for you—a track that wraps you up in its gentle melody and leaves you swaying somewhere between longing and peace. It’s not just a song; it’s a feeling, like flipping through an old photo album or catching the scent of rain on a quiet evening. Let me tell you why this one hits so deep.
Written by Kris Kristofferson, Loving Her Was Easier first came to life in 1971, a tender folk-country gem that feels like it was whispered straight from the heart. Kristofferson, with his poet’s soul and weathered voice, crafted something raw and real—a love song that doesn’t sugarcoat the highs or hide the aches. It’s about loving someone so deeply that even the pain feels worth it, yet there’s this undercurrent of letting go, of knowing some things aren’t meant to last. You can almost picture him sitting on a porch, guitar in hand, singing to someone who’s already half a memory.
What makes this song stick with you is its simplicity. The lyrics don’t try to impress; they just are. Lines like “Loving her was easier than anything I’ll ever do again” hit you square in the chest because they’re so honest. Who hasn’t loved someone like that? Who hasn’t felt that ache of something beautiful slipping away? And the melody—soft, lilting, almost like a lullaby—carries you through every word, making you feel like you’re right there in the story.
Then there’s the way it’s been loved by so many. Kristofferson’s version is the original, but artists like Willie Nelson and even Tompall & The Glaser Brothers have poured their own hearts into it, each one adding a new shade to the song’s glow. It’s the kind of track that feels personal no matter who’s singing it, like it’s speaking straight to your late-night thoughts. Whether you’re driving down a backroad or sitting by a fire, it’s the perfect companion for those moments when you’re wrestling with what was and what might’ve been.
Why does it matter? Because Loving Her Was Easier reminds us how love—messy, fleeting, and all—shapes who we are. It’s not about grand gestures or Hollywood endings; it’s about the quiet moments, the ones that linger in your bones long after they’re gone. So next time you’re in the mood to feel something real, give this one a spin. Let it take you back, or maybe just let it hold you where you are. What’s a song that does that for you?