Discover the story of the song > Easier Said – Alessia Cara

The protagonist is being told to open up and smile, because she looks more attractive that way. She is also being told that life is decent and she should stop feeling too much and start using her time effectively. The protagonist is being advised not to let people talk negatively about her and to embrace her sadness, because it won't go away easily. The lyrics explain that healing and patience are important in dealing with struggles, and the protagonist shouldn't blame herself just to silence others. They also mention that recovery takes time and it's easier said than done. The lyrics talk about the protagonist being bitter and complaining, but remind her that everyone has their own problems and that time can help her move forward. The chorus repeats the message of healing and patience being necessary in the face of criticism, and emphasizes that it's easier said than done. The outro repeats the idea that recovering from struggles is not something that can be done quickly.