Easy Way Out
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Good love
Never dressed
Never dressed as something that would be easy
Good times
Are better when
Are better when they didn't come easy
As long as you know, it's only a way out
Cause baby I know, it's the easy way out
Good sex
Never said
Never promised it would only please me
Daddy tried
He tried twice
A happy wife it never came easy
As long as you know, it's only a way out
Cause baby I know, it's the easy way out
Jonny tried
To tame the flame but he didn't want the fire to go out
Danni had a world of love to show, but she didn't know how
And I know it's wild to ask for help but even so, I could now




As long as you know, it's only a way out
Cause baby I know, it's the easy way out

Overall Meaning

The first verse of SWIMM's song Easy Way Out speaks about the idea of good love and good times not being easy to come by. The lyrics suggest that these things are not meant to be easy because they hold greater value when they are earned through hard work and perseverance. The lines "Good love never dressed, never dressed as something that would be easy" metaphorically compare love to a person, suggesting that it may not always come in an attractive or easy-to-manage form. The second half of the verse references the idea that good times are better when they didn't come easy, implying that the effort put into achieving them only adds to their worth.


The second verse shifts focus to the idea of sex and relationships. The lyrics suggest that good sex is not just about pleasing oneself, but rather a mutual experience. The line "Daddy tried, he tried twice, a happy wife it never came easy" references the societal pressure placed on men to be the breadwinners in a household and how this often leads to unhappiness for both parties. The repeated refrain of "as long as you know, it's only a way out, cause baby I know, it's the easy way out" reinforces the idea that taking the easy way out in any situation may provide temporary relief, but ultimately leads to greater dissatisfaction in the long run.


The final verse references specific individuals, Jonny and Danni, who are struggling in some way. The lyrics suggest that even though it may be difficult to ask for help, it is important to do so. The repeated refrain adds a sense of urgency to this message, emphasizing the importance of facing problems head-on rather than taking the easy way out.


Line by Line Meaning

Good love Never dressed Never dressed as something that would be easy
True love is never superficial, it's not something easy to attain.


Good times Are better when Are better when they didn't come easy
Enjoying life's events more when you have to work hard for them.


As long as you know, it's only a way out Cause baby I know, it's the easy way out
Acknowledging that taking the easy way out may not be the best solution in life.


Good sex Never said Never promised it would only please me
Sexual encounters not revolving around one's own pleasure.


Daddy tried He tried twice A happy wife it never came easy
A father's attempts to please his spouse can be difficult and challenging.


Jonny tried To tame the flame but he didn't want the fire to go out
Trying to control a passionate spirit without extinguishing it completely.


Danni had a world of love to show, but she didn't know how And I know it's wild to ask for help but even so, I could now
Wanting to express love but struggling to find the right way, while recognizing the importance of asking for guidance.




Writer(s): Chris Hess

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