Adele - Easy On Me (official Video) Official

Adele told British Vogue that she wrote the song to explain to her son, when he's older, why she "voluntarily chose to dismantle his entire life in the pursuit of my own happiness" following her divorce from Simon Konecki.

Moving Forward, Gently: A Deep Dive into Adele’s "Easy On Me" Adele - Easy On Me (Official Video)

While many of Adele’s hits focus on external heartbreak, "Easy On Me" is a deeply personal plea for understanding addressed to her son, Angelo. Adele told British Vogue that she wrote the

The music video is rich with visual metaphors that reward longtime fans. The visual starts in black and white—a signature

The visual starts in black and white—a signature of her previous work—but shifts to vibrant color halfway through. This change signifies a transition from nostalgia and darkness to a "redemptive, uplifting tone" as she focuses on her own growth.

The title itself stems from advice from her friends, who told her to "go easy on yourself" during the "rainy period" of her life. Cinematic Symbolism: Leaving the "Hello" House