About The Song
Life throws its fair share of curveballs, doesn’t it? We all face challenges, heartbreaks, and moments where the weight of the world feels heavy on our shoulders. But sometimes, as we travel down that long and dusty road of life, we gain a kind of weary wisdom. We learn what battles to fight and which ones to let go. This is the space that country legend Willie Nelson occupies in his song It Gets Easier.
Released in 2017 on his album God’s Problem Child, the song isn’t a sugar-coated promise that everything will magically work out. Instead, it’s a gentle nudge from a friend who’s seen it all. Nelson’s raspy voice, seasoned with experience, tells us that as we get older, there’s a certain comfort in letting go of some of the burdens we used to carry. It’s not about becoming apathetic, but rather about understanding that some things are simply out of our control.
It Gets Easier isn’t just about saying “no” more often. It’s about the freedom that comes with accepting the natural flow of life, with all its ups and downs. It’s a song that resonates with those of us who’ve accumulated a few miles on our life’s odometer. We may not be able to run quite as fast as we used to, but we’ve also learned a thing or two about pacing ourselves and appreciating the journey.
So, if you’re feeling a little beat down by life lately, put on It Gets Easier and let Willie Nelson’s folksy wisdom wash over you. It’s a reminder that we’re all in this together, and that with a little time and perspective, even the toughest roads can feel a little smoother.