"you kept me like a secret, but I kept you like an oath" breaks me every time

“It’s supposed to be fun turning 21” is real, he really didn’t show up to her 21st birthday when he said he’d be there, she wrote a song about it called “The Moment I Knew” and she also wrote a mega-hit called “22” which many speculate/ believe to be a result of how shitty she felt on her 21st birthday-day when he didn’t show up 🫶

Now that you have successfully made it through the song, NOW you are ready for All Too Well The Short Film!

"It's the worst men I write the best." -Taylor Swift

(Me trying to like Jake Gyllenhaal as an actor) (this song washing it all down the drain) 😂😂😂😂

One of my favorite parts of the Eras Tour was hearing & seeing 70K of us singing this ten minute song word for word. And all of us shouting the line about the patriarchy 😊😊😊

I’m so glad you’re doing the lyric video and not the short film. The short film she directed is really good, but I feel like this song has so much lyrical density you need to listen and read the first time you’re exposed to it. It’s too much to keep up with if you watch the film first.

I finally don’t cry to this any more but that line”I’d like to be old self again but I’m still trying to find it” breaks me 😢 I’m 45 and relate to her songs

for me one of the most devastating songs of Taylor is called “Tolerate It”, you NEED to listen to it 😭😭🤞🙏🏻 pleeeeaaase!!!

Picture this Taylor is in the studio with her band. They were rehearsing for the Speak Now tour, I believe, but she was kind of struggling. She started playing her guitar and started singing these thoughts . Her band started following her. Her sound guy had started recording when he saw her pick up her guitar because you never know, so you don’t miss the opportunities. She basically started singing these lines and paragraphs trying to purge the guy. The original version was well over 15 minutes long. When she stopped, her mom turned to the sound guy and said please tell me you got all that!! He did and printed her a CD Of course, you can’t put a 10 minute song on your album (her record company still had control and lots of opinions). She ended up working with Liz Rose to help her wrangle this song down to 5+ minutes. When you look at Red (Taylor’s Version) because nothing says oh, you won’t sell me back my first 5 albums even though I could buy my catalog with cash, I made them once, I’ll make them again and I’ll own them and that catalog won’t be so valuable FU to Scooter Braun, she had no problem putting the original version as Track 5, but putting the 10 minute version as the piece de resistance last song. Taylor puts her most heartfelt, devastating, vulnerable, personal songs into Track 5. At some point after the Red album was released, All too Well became a Swiftie favorite even though it wasn’t released as a single. Taylor was giving an interview and mentioned All too Well was originally a 10 minute song, the fans would not let it go and kept asking when she was going to give them the 10 minute version. When Taylor started reworking Red, she and Liz Rose got back together to rework this song back into its original glory. Taylor had written a song called Better Man that she had planned for Track 5 originally, but selected All to well instead, so she sent Better Man over to Little Big Town as she knew their harmonies would do to justice to the song. It was a hit for them. Taylor recorded it from the vault for Red Taylor’s Version. Her current contract with Universal gives her complete control and ownership over her work and releases. They just ask for time for them to get everything cleaned and ready and printed. Since Taylor always has a plan and she had been directing more of her videos, she decided to make a short film with All too Well as the overlay to the film story. Everything got released closed to all together. SNL even had her as musical guest and had her do this 10 minute version on the live show which is rather unusual to say the least! Red TV is an amazing album. It’s my hubby’s favorite, so it’s been on repeat. I recommend you check it out when you get a chance. My hubby is a new Swiftie, too! Don’t listen to Ronan without tissue. Your review and analysis were really good.

This is her Magnum Opus.

Not only did she write this masterpiece, but she wrote it in one sitting. She came into rehearsal and was really emotional and got on the piano and sang this 10 minute song start to finish. Afterwards everyone was shocked and they looked at Taylor’s mom and said “please tell me someone recorded that” lol such an icon. The first version she released of this song came out when I was 18 and going through my first heartbreak. I would listen to this in the car everyday and cry on my way to college lol.. now I’m 30 and it sometimes still gets me and I cry at some parts. Not for the relationship, but for the girl I was before experiencing all that heartbreak and the pain and worthlessness I felt back then. Sad to think about. What an iconic song.

All too well has an absolutely beautiful, fully produced short film that acts as a music video for the ten minute version, written and directed by the queen Taylor herself. I highly recommend you watch it now that you've processed the ideas and messages in the song!!

She's SUCH an amazing storyteller, she really is. It's her lyrics that always bewitch me with her music. and now you know the lyrics, I can't WAIT until you can see the whole video she directed for this masterpiece. And for context, this was written about her relationship with Jake Gyllenhall, who was 29 when she was 20. When you watch the short film Taylorr directed for this video, the actors in that have the same 9 year age-gap, which really brings it home.

THIS is how you react to this prolifically written song!! She is an absolute genius. Thank you for doing this and appreciating Taylor the way we do! You should see her performance of “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” live on The Eras Tour!!! OMG ! I will die on that hill!🤪 Thanks again. Keep shining my guy✨🫶🏻

It's amazing to see her play this one live. Tens of thousands of people all crying together and it doesn't even feel weird.

The idea you had of me, who was she? A never needy ever lovely jewel whose shine reflects on you. That lyric hits home so hard every time.

This song is a masterpiece of story telling, emotionally crushing, and beautifully composed. Thank you for reacting, can’t wait to see you watch the video she directed 💔

The music video is even better, it had to be to deserve to be part of the song

Since i couldnt find any comments about the context of the song, here it is: The Song is not just about any toxic relationship, but the one with Jake Gyllenhaal. This man is 9 years older than her and always refered to her like she was just a kid, didnt take her problems in the relationship serious and so on. She has a lot of songs about him with great lines like "give me my childhood back, it was mine first" and often refers to him in a way, that its weird how her age was always a problem for him but that he always gets new GFs in her age. Knowing that, the "its supposed to be fun turning 21" line kicks even harder... bc he promised to be there, and let her down (keep in mind, he was 30 at that time).

vending machine light ? Ohhhh hahaha as im typing I realized you were talking about Cruel Summer 😝

The juxtaposition of your music over Taylor Swift’s signature at the start of this video is great 🤣

That what you feel,is why so many say about her that she writes songs for little girls…. Imagine. The culture is fkd up if it considers having feelings and being vulnerable is being little girls… do people still know what poetry is?

I would love if you could react to the All Too Well short film as well. Taylor directed it and it was so well done!!

hey there was no fuck up when you accidentally skipped back to the beginning, welcome to our world of frantically rewinding her songs on first listen🤣 her lyrics give me the same feeling of a gripping novel, you oftentimes have to go back and re-read because the words are THAT visceral and impactful. also, early congrats on 1,000 subs man! you blew your own prediction of reaching it by july out of the water!!🎉

A true lyrical masterpiece, nothing more to say. Some say the scarf she left and he took was her verginity, but I am not sure. She said, it is a metaphore for something, but she wouldn't tell for what. I am also from a more metal/rock background. Discovered Taylor through my 20 years old daughter. She is an amazing poet and I love it! Edit: If you really want a "hard hitter" do "Ronan", the lyric video. I can't hear it without crying, so be prepaired.

The line "ill get older but your lovers stay my age" after him telling her she was too young and maybe if the age gap wasnt there it would have been fine. She really was like here let me hand him a shovel man. Dig your grave, sir.

I literally just stopped what I was doing to give all my attention to you when you hit the drastic shift in the song. Couldn’t multi task for that 😆 This song kills me. I’ve been married for 17 years, and that woman paints a picture so well makes me mad at my husband, who did absolutely nothing wrong.

Back when Red came out in 2012, this song (specifically the 5 minute version) cemented this album as my favorite album and All Too Well as my favorite song of hers. When I found out about the 10 minute version years later, I had hope that one day she’d release it, and it lived up to expectations. The 5 minute version (Taylor’s Version) has more of a guitar sound that I like slightly more still, but the THIRD version, the Sad Girl Autumn version on piano??? That one kills me.

Wow I loved this reaction! You really listen to the lyrics & music and take it all in and appreciate it. Too many people seem to see her as just a pretty pop star covered in glitter and men but the way her lyrics cut through the emotions… and seeing you feel those all for the first time in All 10 Well 🙌 I love watching reaction videos like this so thank you! It’s like getting to hear the song for the first time again through you ❤ Can you PLEASE 🙏 react to Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve next? I’ve seen some men react to it and not really get what she’s saying but I think you’ll understand perfectly & I can’t wait to see that!

you're editing has improved so much!

Just discovered your videos tonight and I love them! With the pausing and going back to really notice all the details and truly appreciate each song, love to see it!! "You said if we had been closer in age maybe it would've been fine and that made me want to die" and "i was never good at telling jokes but the punchline goes i'll get older but your lovers stay my age" jesus christ. This song hurts so bad but my god she murdered him in broad daylight with that line!!!!!! And he deserved it. This song made me cry so many times. I love all her stuff but i think this one captures her experience and pain better than anything

Yay you did it!! Haven’t watched yet but just wanted to say it’s super sweet how you’ve responded to comments, like moving yourself out of the way of the lyrics! Think you’re going to enjoy this one…

The second time you paused and went oof! after “I know it’s long gone” I said “METAL DAD GON CRY TODAY!!”

I just want to say I'm so glad I subscribed to your channel. I've really been enjoying watching people react to Taylor and truly appreciate her artistry, and you seem like such a genuinely kind person! Keep up the great work :)

I strongly advise you to listen to the "normal" version of all too well. the climax is way different and I think you'd appreciate the production (it's different!)

Fabulous reaction. You get it.

I'm so impressed with your sensitivity to this song. It says a lot about you as a man. Very positive! ❤ Now I'm going to have to subscribe.

The feels, it's too much 😭😭

I bet you think about me is another good one about Jake. I love his “organic shoes and million dollar couch”. You've got to watch the video. Blake Lively directed it. You are doing a great job.

Haven't even watched it yet, but THANK YOU!!

You’ve gotta listen to the live version of Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me. It goes so hard.

Where to begin, I have a lot of recommendations for you…. -Folklore Long pond Studio Sessions (Disney+) - she wrote Folklore during Covid, and then her producers + her got together and did an acoustic run through of the songs and talk about what each song means… it’s the bare bones versions of the song and its raw and chef’s kiss. If you like deep lyrics, Folklore & Evermore (and TTPD) are great for that (honestly all her albums but these are standout) -Midnights album has a lot of synth and 80’s vibes.. you should react to the Antihero music video, the song Midnight Rain or the full era from the Eras Tour. The album is about the things that keep you up at midnight.. -the song Exhile with Bon Iver from Folklore, when their voices combine… 🔥 (this is in the long pond studio sessions too) -Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve from Midnights and Dear John from Speak Now are both about John Mayer (DJ was written first, then WCS was written years later but it shows how that relationship still haunts her) it’s absolutely devastating -thanK you aIMee from TTPD lyric video, this song is about Kim Kardashians, and the hell she put Taylor through (prior to Reputation album)

There is a Short Film/Music Video that is really good. It stars Sadie Sink and Dylan O'Brien and is directed by Taylor.

Loving the videos!!! Keep it coming!!

I Am My Own Muse (Fall out boy) is one of my faves. Lyrically I love it. Patrick’s range is wild, and the breath support for extended phrases always gets me.

I’ve been loving Taylor for many years now, but the song that sent me from casual fan to Swiftie was the original shorter version of “All Too Well” from her Red album. I heard it for the first time a little late in the game, probably around 2013 when 1989 was released. It made me stop and think “whoa, what other hidden gems can I find in her albums?” It’s been my favorite song, and my favorite song to have a therapeutic cry to, ever since. I love getting the chance to see someone else’s first time hearing it. Such a relatable song with simple yet meaningful lyrics. It’s a gut punch for sure. You should listen to “Death By A Thousand Cuts.” There’s a line about traffic lights that is so beautifully simple that it reminds me of the refrigerator light line of this song. She really does a good job of painting an image in the mind. I’m so glad I found your account! Thanks for giving something new a listen in good faith and not just to hate.

Great reaction ❤

You should do the moment I knew - it’s about the 21st bday party she mentions where he doesn’t show up . That part was added to the 10 min version so it was SUCH a throwback when she released this ! ❤

You need to react to THE SHORT FILM - ALL TOO WELL which Taylor wrote and directed. It will not disappoint.

Oh the Swifties national anthem! Glad you loved that one! May I suggest you do Dear John and Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve? These two songs are about the same person (John Meyer) who she dated when she was 19 and he was 32. Dear John was written immediately afterwards and WCS was written when she was 32 looking back… it would be great if you did them in the same video (don’t worry about it being too long, we’re here for it!) also if you do Dear John, please watch the live version on the Speak Now tour! Edit: you should also do We’re never ever getting back together live on the 1989 tour! This is one of her most popular hits turned into rock on this version, so maybe do a double again listening to the original and then the live on the 1989 tour, it’s completely different! I also think you would love I Know Places from the 1989 album Taylor’s version!

I'm a crumbled up.piece of paper lying here

You should watch the All too Well short film she directed and then listen to The Manuscript from TTPD album

i luv this song🎉

Wonderful reaction, it is my favorite song by TS and a favorite amongst many. Now you should listen to “State of Grace” it is the opener of this album “Red” same album ATWTMV is on, and it is very anthemic. I think it may become a favorite of yours! :)

The 10 minute short film of this is phenomenal, I would recommend you watch it or react to it. It has Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien and was written, directed, and produced it. ❤️👏🙌🤘

he is Jake Gyllenhaul (sp?)

Really like your Taylor reactions, just subscribed for more of them 😊 I would like to propose checking out „Sign of the times“ by Harry Styles. He definitely is an artist worth a dive. Retro vibes, versatile, unique.

I'd love to see you do the MV for I Bet You Think About Me :)

Thank you!

I never understand people who request things like 'make your image smaller' - This is a reaction video and we're here to watch your reaction. If anything you should be bigger in frame, I want to be able to see you. If I wanted to watch the lyric video I'd just go watch the lyric video. This isn't shade to you, I love your commentary. It's just frustration over people who want the reactor to be smaller and not pause as much etc etc. Like that's the whole point of a reaction. Sorry, rant over ;)

Please do the black dog sometime! It's my favorite track off ttpd! I love your content!!

Please do Dear John LIVE

Im curious to see your opinion on the prophecy

Pleaseeee do eat me by Demi lovato!! I have a feeling you will really like her, she was a Disney child star turned popstar who put out a really good rock album called holy fvck in 2022. Eat me has a live vevo performance. And if u have never heard Demi sing before … prepare yourself haha that woman can belttttt her ass off. She even came out with a cover of papa was a rolling stone today on slash’s new project and it’s amazingggggg

No joke, my boyfriend really liked your intro. Is it a song ? What band?

Loving the Taylor reactions, but if you want something different, I'd suggest Too Sweet by Hozier. That song has done the rounds on tiktok/reels/shorts etc. and I think it 's a shame that most people only know the 5 most popular seconds of it. Hozier is a brilliant writer with an INSANE voice and Too Sweet is one of the best produced songs I've heard in a while. There's something about it that is really satisfying.

His is about hers and Jake Gyllenhaal’s relationship that did not end well!

If you like saxaphone check out the song False God

Ok. Now Drivers License...Olivia Rodrigo. Please. 🙌

LOVE ATW 🫶🫶

As you react to TS, why don’t you do reviews of metal rocks so new generations can learn…