Top Five Songs of All Time by Taylor Swift

  Swift excels at playing with tropes and expectations; her opening, which sounds similar to broken wind (although MTV later clarified she did not actually produce any gas), sets off this slow-burning track about yearning for what you don't yet possess. "One of her most personal songs," "When Things Don't Add Up," explores how certain experiences challenge our beliefs and assumptions. It serves as a reminder that her songs can serve both entertainment and catharsis. 1. “Marjorie” People named Marjorie are known for their sense of humor and familial devotion. These individuals possess powerful auras with an endless potential to succeed at whatever ventures they undertake, often charming others along the way. Natural flirts who relish being with others. Taylor Swift recently unveiled two songs as part of her Spotify Singles collection: an acoustic version of "Delicate," as well as an electric banjo-heavy cover of Earth, Wind & Fire's classic hit "September." Both tracks received mixed reactions on social media. One of the most renowned Marjories was Marjorie Merriweather Post, a philanthropist and businesswoman known for inheriting Post Cereal Company and donating much of her fortune to various charitable causes. A dedicated wife and mother, she served as inspiration for Homer Simpson's character Marge. Other forms for this name include Margie, Marj, or Jorie. 2. “All Too Well” Swift first released this five-minute track on her 2012 album Red, where it quickly became one of her signature songs and has been widely lauded for its epic narrative and intricate lyrics. Additionally, it made Rolling Stone's list of 500 Greatest Songs Ever Written. No secret remains regarding Red's lyrics' depiction of Taylor's short relationship with Jake Gyllenhaal; some songs such as "Maple Lattes" may hint at this relationship indirectly while others such as "The Moment I Knew", about his failure to show up to her 21st birthday party, are more clearly directed at him. In 2021, Swift released an extended 10-minute version of her song that contained additional verses. Accompanying it was a short film which further confirmed it is about Gyllenhaal. 3. “Sweet Nothing” Taylor Swift's country take on "September" features several minor differences from its original rendition, most notably setting it to September 28, which marks presumably when actor Joe Alwyn told her he loved her in 2016. Additionally, its lyrics reveal their deep affection for their partner by alluding to sweet nothings whispered into their ears or compliments of creative genius from him. Taylor sings of her romance with Joe as their domestic home becomes their safe haven from life's distractions and distractions, yet asks nothing in return - which we find endearing and endearing! Awww! 4. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” Swift has established an intimate bond with her fans like few musicians have done; she regularly drops Easter eggs for them, arranges meet-and-greets with them and even hosts them at her own home! "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" chronicles her chaotic relationship with a significant other who kept changing his mind about being over her, only for him to turn around and want her again after saying they weren't interested. This was particularly hard on her because she thought he had changed. Swift used her signature verse-chorus-bridge format in this song to tell a fast and engaging story quickly. Swift makes vague references to various men throughout its lyrics without ever giving away who they might be; fans were left guessing who exactly Swift may have been talking about - from high school crushes to Oscar Award nominees! 5. “Speak Now” At the time of its release, Taylor Swift was an accomplished celebrity with many commitments on her plate - dating a handful of young stars (Joe Jonas and John Mayer among them) while being involved with several ongoing feuds; often discussing these intimate matters through music. This song is an ode to a girl who interrupts an ex-partner's wedding ceremony to break up with them before it's too late, which has led some Swifties to speculate it could be about John Mayer with whom she had an intense romantic encounter at one point in time. Target recently gave fans another piece of evidence when it announced that Speak Now would be released again on July 7 in a special violet marble vinyl version with "a unique gatefold photograph & prologue, lyrics & never-before-seen photographs," plus an extra track - check back here for more information! 6. “Sparks” Chris Martin shares in this song his feelings on how hard it can be to heal after heartache. Yet its lyrics remain upbeat; indeed, his entire album contains songs focused on love. "Sparks" follows in the footsteps of Swift's prior release folklore by exploring mythology, stories and secrets; while also taking an introspective approach toward how people hurt those closest to them. Sparks (Ron and Russell Mael), the US art-pop duo formed by Ron and Russell Mael (also known as Sparks), are famous for their distinct sound and idiosyncratic approach to musical expression. With over three decades of success across several musical genres such as glam rock, power pop, EDM and chamber pop among their legacy repertoire. 7. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” Taylor Swift has developed an exceptional bond with her fan base. She generously showers them with Easter eggs like an indulgent mother hen, organizes elaborate meet-and-greets, and once invited some followers over for an intimate listening party while munching cookies she baked especially for them! This upbeat song explores the emotional experience of ending a relationship. The conversational tone makes clear that she will never return to him in her life. Listeners who are fans of Taylor Swift may notice one distinct difference in her version: instead of September 21 being replaced with September 28--perhaps an allusion to when Joe Alwyn confessed his love on July 9, 2008 (Tumblr-user Swift herself supported this theory), her version followed Swift's signature verse-chorus-bridge format and was an international hit. 8. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” Taylor Swift is an energetic entertainer, known for playing mind games with her millions of fans and leaving clues and hints--both subtle and direct--about her many male muse in her breakup songs. "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" made headlines when it was released for digital sales debut by female country artist Taylor Swift in 2012 and set several records along the way, including setting an all-time digital sales debut record in one week for female country artists and earning her her first number one spots on both US Billboard Hot 100 and Country Songs charts. Even with its upbeat tempo and use of distortion, Swift's latest break-up hit is more pointed in its meanings than some of her other songs. The first verse mentions an ex-partner who swears he won't want back together but changes his mind later; many believe this could be a reference to Jake Gyllenhaal, whom she was heavily photographed with in 2011. They had an on/off romance which ended abruptly but then resumed a few days later. 9. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," Swift's lead single off her fourth album Red, is structured similarly to many of her other songs; verse-chorus-bridge structure with her talking much of the song; her trademark style of conveying an entire narrative without using song words is evident here. The song's meaning is clear: Taylor has had enough with her former flame and doesn't want him back. Although he tries to win her back by telling her he needs space, but Taylor doesn't care any longer and wants out. Max Martin, known for creating iconic pop hooks with ease, elevates this song beyond its competition with thoughtful instrumentation tweaks that help make the hook truly memorable. Radio-friendly tune, yet less emotionally potent than some of Taylor's other breakup songs. 10. “Sparks” "Sparks" is an emotive song that captures romantic chemistry and its pursuit. One of only two hopeful tracks on this album, it helps keep things from sounding too depressingly melancholic. Another rendition that has garnered much discussion is Taylor Swift's rendition of "September," a folky coffeehouse ballad she performed as part of her Spotify Singles series. This version has led some to speculate that Swift may be alluding to specific relationships within its lyrics. Swiftologists believe her song may refer to Joe Alwyn and their romance that started July 9, 2008. Or it could refer to James Corden smooch last week that many Swiftologists believe was in reference to this song. Or it could simply be about her fans; after all, these songs can make any fan feel special and valued.