"Easy on Me" is a song recorded by English singer-songwriter Adele for her upcoming fourth studio album, 30 (2021). It was released on 15 October 2021 by Columbia Records as the lead single from the album. The single marks the first release from the singer in five years. Written by Adele with its producer, Greg Kurstin, "Easy on Me" is a piano ballad driven by soft bass-drum beats.
Expressing themes of nostalgia, regret, and forgiveness, the song's lyrics represent Adele's plea to her son, asking him to help her reorganise her life post-divorce. Music critics reviewed "Easy on Me" with general acclaim, praising its poignant lyrics, emotional vocals and minimal production, though some opined it did not match the heights of her previous singles. An accompanying music video was released on 15 October 2021, continuing the storyline established in the music video for Adele's 2015 song "Hello". In the video, Adele vacates the "Hello" house and drives off in a truck while a pile of sheet music flies out of its windows, littering the road.
Less than 24 hours after digital release, "Easy On Me" broke the all-time record for the biggest single day streams for a song on both Spotify and Amazon Music.
Last Updated: October 16, 2021
