cardigan Lyrics – Taylor Swift Meaning & Facts By (Singles). You Can Watch This Video On YouTube While The Lyrics Are Written By Aaron Dessner & Taylor Swift. The Music Track Was Released Date :Jul. 24, 2020.
[Verse 1]
Vintage tee, brand new phone
High heels on cobblestones
When you are young, they assume you know nothing
Sequin smile, black lipstick
Sensual politics
When you are young, they assume you know nothing
[Explanation of Verse 1]
The narrator describes a scene of youthful innocence, juxtaposing elements of vintage fashion with modern technology. They reflect on the hypotheticals made about youthful people, suggesting that despite appearances, they frequently have deeper perceptivity and gests than others might assume.
[Chorus]
But I knew you
Dancin’ in your Levi’s
Drunk under a streetlight, I
I knew you
Hand under my sweatshirt
Baby, kiss it better, I
[Explanation of Chorus]
The narrator reminisces about a past relationship, recalling intimate moments shared with their partner. Despite societal prospects, they assert their convention and connection with their mate, flashing back specific moments of closeness and love.
[Refrain]
And when I felt like I was an old cardigan
Under someone’s bed
You put me on and said I was your favorite
[Explanation of Refrain]
The chorus introduces the conceit of the” old cardigan,” emblematizing comfort and familiarity. Despite feeling overlooked or discarded, the narrator finds solace in being cherished and favored by their partner.
[Verse 2]
A friend to all is a friend to none
Chase two girls, lose the one
When you are young, they assume you know nothing
[Explanation of Verse 2]
The narrator reflects on the difficulties of gemütlichkeit and romantic connections, pressing the challenges and aftermaths of tracing multiple interests. They suggest that youth is frequently misknew, with others assuming ingenuousness rather of feting wisdom.
[Chorus]
But I knew you
Playing hide-and-seek and
Giving me your weekends, I
I knew you
Your heartbeat on the High Line
Once in twenty lifetimes, I
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the narrator’s deep connection with their partner and the special moments they shared together.
[Refrain]
And when I felt like I was an old cardigan
Under someone’s bed
You put me on and said I was your favorite
[Explanation of Refrain]
The chorus reprises, buttressing the theme of chancing comfort and significance in being cherished by someone special.
[Bridge]
To kiss in cars and downtown bars
Was all we needed
You drew stars around my scars
But now I’m bleedin’
[Explanation of Bridge]
The bridge describes simple yet meaningful moments shared with their partner, contrasting with the pain and disillusionment they now feel. They admit the scars left by once gests and the ineluctability of change.
[Chorus]
‘Cause I knew you
Steppin’ on the last train
Marked me like a bloodstain, I
I knew you
Tried to change the ending
Peter losing Wendy, I
I knew you
Leavin’ like a father
Running like water, I
And when you are young, they assume you know nothing
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus repeats, with the narrator expressing a mixture of longing and resentment towards their partner, recognizing the inevitable end of their relationship.
[Verse 3]
But I knew you’d linger like a tattoo kiss
I knew you’d haunt all of my what-ifs
The smell of smoke would hang around this long
‘Cause I knew everything when I was young
I knew I’d curse you for the longest time
Chasin’ shadows in the grocery line
I knew you’d miss me once the thrill expired
And you’d be standin’ in my front porch light
And I knew you’d come back to me
You’d come back to me
And you’d come back to me
And you’d come back
[Explanation of Verse 3]
In the final verse, the narrator reflects on the lasting impact of their relationship, acknowledging the lingering memories and emotions. They expect their mate’s eventual return, despite the pain and stinks they’ve faced.
[Refrain]
And when I felt like I was an old cardigan
Under someone’s bed
You put me on and said I was your favorite
[Explanation of Refrain]
The refrain repeats once more, emphasizing the narrator’s enduring significance to their partner despite the passage of time.