Easy to Love
Al Bowlly, Ray Noble
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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 waiting for, You'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!
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Written by: Cole Porter
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Release Date"Easy to Love" by Frances Langford and Ray Noble was released in 1936.
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Song StatusThe song is known as a standard in the American songbook, meaning it's been performed and recorded by many artists over the years.
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Composer"Easy to Love" was composed by renowned American songwriter, Cole Porter.
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Movie SoundtrackThe song was originally written for the movie 'Born to Dance' from 1936, where it was supposed to be sung by Eleanor Powell and James Stewart. However, Frances Langford ended up recording it for the movie as well.
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VocalistFrances Langford was known for her singing performances in both films and radio. She was often referred to as the 'Sweetheart of the Fighting Fronts' due to her entertainment efforts during World War II.
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Orchestra LeaderRay Noble, who led the orchestra on the "Easy to Love" track, was an English bandleader, composer, and actor.
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Popular CoverThe song has been covered by numerous artists including Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra, testifying to its lasting appeal.
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Song's CharacteristicThe song is known for its catchy tune and romantic lyrics, making it a favourite among jazz musicians and fans.
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Grammy Hall of FameAlthough the version by Frances Langford and Ray Noble is popular, it is the version sung by Billie Holiday in 1936 that was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2000.
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Song StyleThe song is typically performed in a swing style, indicative of the popular music of the time.
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Song Lyrics"Easy to Love" portrays a lover's lament about how easy it is to love their partner but acknowledges how challenging it can be for that love to be reciprocated. This emotional depth adds to the song's enduring popularity.
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