I’m a self-professed Taylor Swift super fan, so Taylor Swift songs are basically my specialty in every sense of the word. Yes, she writes a lot about breakups and heartbreak. You can complain about it all you want, but when you get your heart broken, you will probably find yourself crying to a few Taylor Swift songs. Breakups are a range of emotions. Sometimes you’re devastated, other times you’re furious. You may be bitter or even over it, but eventually, you’ll move on. Luckily for you, I’ve compiled a list of some of her greatest breakup hits when you’re feeling any one of those emotions.
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1. Last Kiss
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
I personally think Last Kiss is one of the best Taylor Swift songs to date. It’s virtually unknown by anyone who’s not a Taylor Swift fan, but it’s an absolutely beautiful song, musically and lyrically. She sings about all of the good memories of a relationship, and then the absolute heartbreak that followed. It’s so bittersweet that you’ll find yourself crying even if you aren’t heartbroken. It’s so perfect if you are heartbroken, though, because it’s so relatable. I’m sure everyone has sat on the floor wearing his clothes and looked back on memories after you’ve had your heart broken.
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Taylor's gift for capturing the essence of a moment shines through in Last Kiss. The lyrics are hauntingly detailed—every listen feels like you're sifting through the pages of a diary someone left open on purpose. It resonates deeply, especially if you've ever lingered on the scent of a lost love or replayed those final goodbyes in your mind. With its mellow melody, the song wraps around you like a comfortable blanket made of memories, both sweet and sad. Truly, for the times when you're mourning the loss of a romance, there's hardly a better companion than this track.
2. Breathe
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
Taylor Swift doesn’t do much collaboration with other artists, but when she does, she does them well. Breathe is a lesser-known collaboration with Colbie Caillat from her second album. It chronicles the first few moments of a breakup. You know the moment, the realization that this person isn’t in your life anymore. You don’t know how you’ll breathe without them, but you have to. It’s an absolutely heartbreaking song, but it’s so beautiful, and it will help you pick yourself back up after a breakup.
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The Breathe duet is an exquisite composition that stands out even amidst Taylor Swift's rich discography. Colbie Caillat’s soothing voice blends seamlessly with Swift's, creating a harmonious lament on lost love and the daunting task of moving forward. Like many of Swift's narratives, this track takes listeners on an emotional journey, one that's deeply personal yet universally relatable. The melody haunts you as you're enveloped in the raw, vulnerable lyrics—a testament to Swift's songwriting prowess. It’s a gentle reminder that healing begins with the simple act of breathing.
Frequently asked questions
Songs like 'All Too Well,' 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,' and 'I Knew You Were Trouble' are known to resonate with those going through heartbreak.
Taylor Swift's music often includes emotional storytelling and relatable experiences that can help listeners feel understood and less alone during a breakup.
Yes, music can be therapeutic. It can help you process your emotions and provide comfort during tough times.
You might want to listen to 'Back to December' or 'Last Kiss' as they are poignant songs about reflecting on past relationships.
Certainly! Songs like 'Shake It Off' and '22' have an upbeat tempo that can boost your mood.
Even if the details are different, the emotions in Taylor's songs are universal. Try to connect with the feeling behind the lyrics.
You might want to blast 'Picture to Burn' or 'Bad Blood' and sing along at the top of your lungs.
Yes, 'Wildest Dreams' and 'This Love' are songs that capture the feeling of missing someone.
Yes, 'Begin Again' and 'Clean' are about picking yourself up and growing after a relationship ends.
You can check music streaming services or fans' curated playlists on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube.
If the songs make you feel worse, it might help to take a break and listen to different kinds of music, or to talk to someone about your feelings.
3. Forever and Always
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
Forever and Always is the infamous Joe Jonas breakup song. You remember the one, the 27-second breakup over the phone? While many songs have been inspired from this breakup, this one definitely made the most noise. It’s one of those songs for the times you feel like screaming your lungs out, or just when you’re questioning what went wrong. Sometimes after a breakup, you spend so much time wondering what moment everything ended. This song is perfect for that. It’s also just angry enough to sing at the top of your lungs when that’s the kind of mood you’re in.
4. Picture to Burn
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
Picture to Burn is probably one of her angriest songs to date, but that almost makes it more perfect for heartbreak. This song was a single at the beginning of her career, so you may not remember it very well. If you don’t remember it, I suggest you watch the video on YouTube right now. If you’re going through a breakup, you may fantasize about trashing your ex’s house like she does in the music video, or at the very least be inclined to drive around screaming this song at the top of your lungs. She writes songs for every emotion, and this is definitely a song for your angriest moments.
5. All Too Well
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
All Too Well is very similar to Last Kiss in that it’s incredibly bittersweet. She chronicles the relationship, from the first beautiful memories to the bitter end, when all you’re left with are questions. It’s speculated to be about Jake Gyllenhaal, and if it is, she just told the press that he told her listening to it was like “going through a photo album,” which accurately sums up how you’ll feel after listening to this song. Listening to it may or may not feel like looking through a photo album of your own former relationship, but it will undeniably make you cry, especially if you’re currently going through heartbreak. The bridge is so well-written that you’ll fall in love with lyrics such as “you call me up again just to break me like a promise,” or “I’d like to be my old self again but I’m still trying to find it,” to name a few. It’s tragically beautiful, and will probably be one of your favorite songs, even after you’ve gotten over your breakup.
6. I Almost do
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
Everyone has moments of doubt where they want to call their ex again. This song is for those moments. Taylor’s actually said that she wrote this song instead of picking up the phone to call her ex again. It’s just the right amount of sad and empty hope that you have during those moments. The next time you want to pick up your phone and call your ex, listen to this song instead.
7. Tim McGraw
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
Taylor Swift’s first single, Tim McGraw, is perfect after you’ve ended a summer romance. She chronicles a summer fling and then the aftermath. Even if your summer romance ended years ago, you’ll still probably find yourself tearing up over the memories this song will induce. It’s hard to believe she was only sixteen when she wrote it, because it’s that well written.
8. We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together has quickly become the classic Taylor Swift breakup song. It’s every girl’s anthem for the breakup that you’re just over and done with. You know the one: he won’t stop calling you and you’re just done with the whole thing. Grab your friends, get in your car, turn this song up and sing your lungs out. It’s absolutely liberating.
9. Begin Again
On iTunes: itunes.apple.com
When you’re finally ready to move on from your messy breakup, you should listen to this song. It’s a song about beginning again (obviously) after you’ve had your heart broken, and learning to love again. You’ve made it through the wreckage and are ready to start over again, congratulations!
What are your favorite Taylor Swift songs? What are your favorite breakup songs in general? Let me know in the comments!
Comments
Awkwardturtle: Last time
Dials: 'Your not sorry', 'should've said no', 'cold as you', 'I wish you would'. These are also amazing songs 💕
katiekat: Her older songs are a millioooonnn times better than her new overly auto tuned songs that she doesn't even write
Maddy: I like some of her old songs but I hate the new ones, I would also like her work if she would sing about something else besides love and breakups
Dani: white horse, sad beautiful tragic, and red are some of my other favorites, maybe because red, all to well and last kiss have personal meaning to me. I tend not to like poppy music like hers but gosh, I just lover her so much!
Sarah: I'm not a huge fan of hers only because I'm not really into that kind of music but I have a lot if respect for her. I hate that people complain that she only sings about break ups because 1) that's not true, and 2) she's like 23, break ups are a big part of a 23 yr old girls life. At least she's not singing about getting wasted and being trashy like most of the celebs her age
Starbuvana: She's just awesome.. People only complain about her singing songs after each and every break up, but everyone fails to notice that strong lady behind that, who can still stand straight after those heartbreaks.. Moreover, through her songs, she's even making all of us feel better, get over a heartbreak.. And people also have to take a look at her other songs, apart from post-breakup songs, those which exactly express the feelings of a girl who wants to fall in love, or has a crush on someone.. It all makes you feel really good.. And yeah, the song called 'Fifteen' is something that ALL teen girls should listen to.. It gives you a ton of lessons about the teenage life.. Completely proud to be a swiftie..! :) ;)
Emily: I like white horse too... I like how she sings about breakups. She is inspired and that is the best way to create amazing work:)
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