Make It Easy on Yourself

The Walker Brothers

About Make It Easy on Yourself

"Make It Easy on Yourself" is a popular song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David which was first a hit for Jerry Butler in 1962. The best known version is the 1965 recording by the Walker Brothers for whom it was a #1 UK hit. Dionne Warwick, who made a demo of this song in early 1962, later had a hit with the song in 1970.


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2006
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Oh, breaking up is so very hard to do   

If you really love him
And there's nothing I can do
Don't try to spare my feelings
Just tell me that we're through

And make it easy on yourself
Make it easy on yourself
'Cause breaking up is so very hard to do

And if the way I hold him
Can't compare to his caress
No words of consolation
Will make me miss you less

My darling, if this is goodbye
I just know I'm gonna cry
So run to him
Before you start crying too

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The Walker Brothers

The Walker Brothers were an American pop group of the 1960s and 1970s, comprising Scott Engel (eventually known professionally as Scott Walker), John Walker (born John Maus, but using the name Walker since his teens), and Gary Leeds (eventually known as Gary Walker). After moving to Britain, they had a number of top ten albums and singles there in the mid 1960s, including the #1 chart hits "Make It Easy on Yourself" and "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)," both of which also made the US top twenty. more »

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Written by: Hal David, Burt F. Bacharach, BURT F BACHARACH, CHANELLE CALICA, PJ STENNETT

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Make It Easy on Yourself" is a popular song written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, two American composers who are prominent figures in popular music.
First Recording
The song was originally recorded by Jerry Butler, an American soul singer and songwriter, in 1962.
Chart Success
Jerry Butler's version of the song reached No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and No. 4 on the Billboard R&B chart.
The Walker Brothers' Version
The Walker Brothers, an American pop group, released their version of "Make It Easy on Yourself" in 1965.
Top Performance
The Walker Brothers' version was much more successful than the original, reaching No. 1 on the UK Singles Chart.
Dionne Warwick's Version
Dionne Warwick, a long-term collaborator with Burt Bacharach, also recorded "Make It Easy on Yourself". Her version was included in her 1970 album "Very Dionne."
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1983 for best pop vocal performance – male, following the release of Jerry Butler's album "Nothing Says I Love You Like I Love You."
Other Cover Versions
Since its creation, "Make It Easy on Yourself" has been covered by multiple other artists including Cilla Black, Tony Bennett, and Johnny Mathis.
Cultural Impact
The Walker Brothers' version of "Make It Easy on Yourself" was featured in the soundtrack of the 2000 movie "Wonder Boys," reaffirming its enduring popularity.
Ongoing Legacy
"Make It Easy on Yourself" continues to be part of Dionne Warwick's regular concert repertoire, highlighting the song's timeless appeal.

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