“Easy” is one of the most elegant and timeless soul ballads in popular music. The song was written by Lionel Richie and originally recorded by the American band The Commodores, with Richie as lead vocalist and primary songwriter.
The track was released in 1977 as part of the album Commodores, and quickly became one of the group’s biggest hits. Its blend of soul, pop, and soft rock marked a turning point in Lionel Richie’s career, foreshadowing his later success as a solo artist.
The Commodores made the song famous, as it reached the Top 5 of the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and became a staple of romantic radio and sophisticated soul music in the late 1970s.
A notable fact is that “Easy” was one of the first songs where Lionel Richie embraced a smoother, more melodic style, moving away from the band’s funk-driven sound. This approach strongly influenced the musical direction of his solo career in the 1980s.
Over the decades, “Easy” has been covered by many artists, including Faith No More (with a well-known rock version), Boyz II Men, and numerous jazz, soul, and instrumental performers, highlighting the song’s versatility and enduring appeal.
Thanks to its relaxed harmony, slow tempo, and expressive melody, “Easy” lends itself perfectly to instrumental interpretations, especially on piano, where the song takes on an intimate and elegant character.
The version featured on this website is an instrumental piano cover, ideal for solo piano music, Easy Listening, and refined listening environments, preserving the emotional depth and timeless beauty of this Lionel Richie classic.