While Gayle is the younger sister of Loretta Lynn, her musical sound is very different from Lynn's. Gayle's career began as country music moved towards a more pop-oriented sound in the 1970s, as exemplified by such performers as Lynn Anderson and Barbara Mandrell. Gayle's music reflects the modern Nashville sound.
Take It Easy
Crystal Gayle Lyrics
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Don't start thinkin' I'm something that I'll never be
Just need me, oh, yeah, as much as need be
Take it easy, easy, lovin' me
Many's the woman who's cried herself crazy at night
Over some kind of a man who she says ain't treatin' her right
Expectin' of someone is quick to be takin' its toll
Take it easy, easy, lovin' me
Don't start thinking I'm somethin' that I'll never be
Just need me as much as need be
Take it easy, easy, lovin' me
Now dreamin' and plannin' are things I guess all of us do
And sooner or later, we all play the part of a fool
But those in a hurry to unpack their bag full of dreams
Are quick to be victims of the lies and lusts and the schemes
Take it easy lovin' me
Don't start thinkin' I'm something that I'll never be
Just need me, oh yeah baby,
As much as need be
Take it easy lovin' me
Take it easy lovin' me
The song starts with the singer telling her lover to take it easy, and not to expect or demand more than she can give. She warns against setting unrealistic expectations because they can take a toll on the relationship. The second verse talks about how many women cry themselves to sleep at night because their partners don't treat them right. The pressure of their expectations and the desire for more pushes partners away and can cause loneliness later in life.
The chorus is a repetition of the idea that the singer just needs to be loved as much as necessary, without any unrealistic expectations. The third verse says that it's natural to dream and make plans, but rushing those plans can lead to being taken advantage of by those with their own agendas. The song ends with the chorus once again, driving home the idea that simplicity and taking things slow are key to a successful relationship.
Overall, the song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of placing too much pressure on a relationship and trying to force it to be something it's not. It's a reminder to take things slow, enjoy the present moment, and appreciate the love that is given without demanding more.
Line by Line Meaning
Take it easy lovin' me
Please don't rush into things with me too quickly.
Don't start thinkin' I'm something that I'll never be
Don't assume that I'm someone that I'm not.
Just need me, oh, yeah, as much as need be
I only need you as much as I need you, nothing more nothing less.
Take it easy, easy, lovin' me
Please take it slow and steady when it comes to loving me.
Many's the woman who's cried herself crazy at night
Many women have become so emotional over their relationships that they become ill.
Over some kind of a man who she says ain't treatin' her right
These women are usually upset over a man who isn't treating them well.
Expectin' of someone is quick to be takin' its toll
Having expectations of someone can be harmful and wearisome.
And if you're not careful, you'll wake up lonely and old
If you're not careful, you'll end up alone and regretful.
Now dreamin' and plannin' are things I guess all of us do
We all have dreams and we all plan for our futures.
And sooner or later, we all play the part of a fool
We all make foolish decisions, sooner or later.
But those in a hurry to unpack their bag full of dreams
People who are in a rush to make their dreams come true are often disappointed.
Are quick to be victims of the lies and lusts and the schemes
These people are more susceptible to deceit, greed, and dishonesty.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DELBERT ROSS MCCLINTON
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