Easy on Me

Adele returned after a six-year hiatus with "Easy on Me," the lead single from her fourth album 30. Released on October 15, 2021, the song was written by Adele and producer Greg Kurstin. It's a torch ballad blending pop, R&B, and soul, driven by her powerful vocals and a gradually intensifying piano arrangement. The lyrics confront her divorce, asking for forgiveness from her son, ex-husband, and herself. Critics praised the track, comparing it favorably to her earlier work. At the 2023 Grammys, it won Best Pop Solo Performance and earned three other nominations. It also won the Brit Award for Song of the Year. Commercially, "Easy on Me" hit number one in 30 countries, becoming her longest-running chart-topper in both the UK and US. It ranked as the sixth best-selling song globally in 2022 and achieved multi-platinum status in 15 countries, including Diamond certifications in Brazil and France. The music video, directed by Xavier Dolan, references her iconic "Hello" video, showing her leaving the same house. Adele performed the song at the NRJ Music Awards, on TV specials, and during her Weekends with Adele residency. Covers by Kanye West, Chloe Bailey, and Keith Urban further amplified its reach. [edit]