Easin' In
Edwin Starr Lyrics
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He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
There's a man comin' into town
He don't wanna know that he'll be around
So he's easin' in
Easin' in, easin' in
Like a cat that's stalking it prey
He don't wanna let it get away
Easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
He's easin' in the city
He's dangerous sly and shifty
If he should happen to write your name down
Don't you try to fly outta town!
Ya see, he's slick
And he can't be tricked
He ain't never made a mark
He could not hit, ow!
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, ooh he's easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
The lyrics of Edwin Starr's "Easin' In" are about a man who is entering a town with a mysterious purpose. The man is described as being slick and dangerous, and the singer warns the people of the town to be wary of him. The man is compared to a cat stalking its prey, with the implication that he is in town to cause trouble. The singer advises anyone who sees their name written down by the man to stay put and not try to flee.
The theme of the song is one of caution and tension, with the repetitive chorus of "easin' in" creating a sense of ominous anticipation. The lyrics suggest that trouble is on the horizon, and the man in question is not to be trusted.
The song was released in 1973 as part of the blaxploitation film soundtrack for "Hell Up in Harlem," and its eerie tone and driving beat make it a standout track. The lyrics are simple but effective, conveying a sense of danger and intrigue that matches the atmosphere of the movie. Even without context, the song is a powerful standalone piece, with Starr's gritty vocals giving the impression of someone who has seen their fair share of trouble.
Line by Line Meaning
Easin' in, slick as he can
He is entering calmly and confidently, without drawing attention to himself.
He's easin' in, easin' in
He is slowly and carefully making his way into town.
There's a man comin' into town
A new person is arriving in the town.
He don't wanna know that he'll be around
He wants to go unnoticed and stay under the radar.
So he's easin' in
He is being careful and cautious while entering the town.
Like a cat that's stalking it prey
He is moving slowly and quietly, just like the way a cat stalks its prey.
He don't wanna let it get away
He doesn't want his opportunity to leave him.
He's easin' in the city
He is carefully and slowly entering the city.
He's dangerous sly and shifty
He is a dangerous person who is deceitful and cunning.
If he should happen to write your name down
If he takes note of your name, be careful.
Don't you try to fly outta town!
Don't try to escape the town.
Ya see, he's slick
He is clever and deceptive.
And he can't be tricked
He is too smart to be outsmarted.
He ain't never made a mark
He does not have a criminal record.
He could not hit, ow!
There is no missing him because of his skills.
Easin' in, ooh he's easin' in
He is slowly and carefully making his way into town.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FREDDIE PERREN
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wavy811
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
There's a man comin' into town
He don't wanna know that he'll be around
So he's easin' in
Easin' in, easin' in
Like a cat that's stalking it prey
He don't wanna let it get away
Easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
He's easin' in the city
He's dangerous sly and shifty
If he should happen to write your name down
Don't you try to fly outta town!
Ya see, he's slick
And he can't be tricked
He ain't never made a mark
He could not hit, ow!
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, ooh he's easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
Easin' in, slick as he can
He's easin' in, easin' in
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