Although you’ll find Christmas music blasting in Macy’s, Stop and Shop, and Target, you’ll find Taylor Swift’s new album, reputation, on repeat in my queue. This album illustrates a sound very different from Swift’s previous five albums; however, her songwriting talent still shines through in every track. Her ability to capture feelings that millions of people can relate to continues to impress me and respect her as an artist. Here’s a ranking of my top ten favorite lyrics from reputation. Are you… READY FOR IT?10. “Loves me like I’m brand new” ––Call It What You Want
9. “Feeling so Gatsby for that whole year” ––This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things
8. “They’re burning all the witches even if you aren’t one” ––I Did Something Bad
7. “Ocean blue eyes / Looking in mine / I feel like I might / Sink and drown and die” ––Gorgeous
6. “You don’t need to save me / But would you run away with me? / Yes” ––Call It What You Want
5. “We were flying but we never get far” ––Getaway Car
4. “I made up my mind / I’m better off being alone” ––King of My Heart
3. “Don’t read the last page / But I stay / When you’re lost / And you’re turning away / I want your midnights” ––New Year’s Day
2. “I can’t let you go / Your handprints on my soul” ––End Game
1. “Please don’t ever become a stranger whose laugh I could recognize anywhere” ––New Year’s Day