Easier Said Than Done

The Essex

About Easier Said Than Done

"Easier Said Than Done" is a popular song sung by The Essex that was a number-one song in the United States during 1963. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart on July 6, 1963, and remained there for two weeks. The song was written by William Linton and Larry Huff. The Essex were active-duty members of the United States Marine Corps at the time, as was Linton, who wrote the song at the request of Essex member Walter Vickers. Linton said the song's rhythm was inspired by the sound of the Teletype machines in the communications office at Camp Lejeune. The group was not thrilled with the song, but recorded it for use as the B-side of their debut single, "Are You Going My Way". The recording was unusually short, and editing was used to repeat part of the recording; even so, the song was only a little over two minutes. The single was released in May 1963, but "Easier Said Than Done" quickly emerged as the more popular side. The song became a major hit with broad appeal, reaching number one on both the pop and rhythm and blues charts. The song became the title track of the group's first album, which reached number 113 on the Billboard album chart, becoming their only charting album. 


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2001
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My friends all tell me
Go to him, run to him,
Say sweet lovely things to him,
And tell him, he's the one.

Deep in my heart I know it,
But it's so hard to show it
Cause it's easier, easier said than done.

My buddies tell me
Fly to him, sigh to him,
Tell him I would die for him,
And tell him, he's the one.

Although he gives me a feeling
That sets my heart a-reeling,
Yet it's easier, easier said than done.

Well, I know that I love him so.
I'm afraid that he'll never know
Because I (I-I) I get so timid and shy
Each time that I look him in the eye.

They all tell me 
Sing to him, swing with him,
And just do anything for him,
And tell him, he's the one.

I got a love so true
But I'm sad and blue
Cause it's easier, easier said than done.

Well, I know that I love him so.
I'm afraid that he'll never know
Because I (I-I) I get so timid and shy
Each time that I look him in the eye.

They all tell me 
Sing to him, swing with him,
And just do anything for him,
And tell him, he's the one.

I got a love so true
But I'm sad and blue
Cause it's easier, easier said than done.
Easier-er-er-er,  said than done.

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The Essex

The Essex was an American R&B vocal group formed in 1962. They are best known for their 1963 chart-topper and million selling track, "Easier Said Than Done". more »

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Written by: LARRY FREDDIE HUFF, WILLIAM B LINTON

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12 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"Easier Said Than Done" by The Essex reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in July 1963.
Member Background
Notably, all the members of The Essex were active-duty members of the United States Marine Corps when "Easier Said Than Done" was released.
British Invasion
The song even experienced success overseas, peaking at number 41 on the UK Singles Chart.
Album inclusion
"Easier Said Than Done" was also included in the band's only album "Easier Said Than Done," released by Roulette Records.
One-hit Wonder
The Essex is often categorized as a one-hit-wonder because of the success of "Easier Said Than Done," which was their only song to reach number one.
Unique Sound
The Essex is known for their unique sound, which included vocal patter, a catchy refrain, and hand claps.
Lineup Change
The lineup was altered significantly between the band's initial formation and their eventual disbandment, with Anita Humes, the lead singer and central figure, being the consistent member throughout.
Lack of Continuation
After the release of "Easier Said Than Done," The Essex was not able to replicate the song's success with their subsequent releases; none of their following songs were able to chart in the top 40 again.
Popularity in Dance
"Easier Said Than Done" is popular in the world of dance and has been used in dance courses and routines due to its vibrant rhythm.
Remakes and Covers
The song has inspired many covers over the years, including a version by Tony Orlando and Dawn on the 1973 album "Tuneweaving," as well as a version by Shakatak in 1981 which reached top 10 in the UK Singles Chart.
Background Feature
The song was also featured as background music in the popular 1991 movie "Goodfellas" directed by Martin Scorsese.
Success Span
Despite its short time on the charts, "Easier Said Than Done" by The Essex has enjoyed continued popularity over the decades, becoming a classic tune of the 60s Pop & R&B genre.

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