Blank Space
T.S. Lyrics
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I could show you incredible things
Magic, madness, heaven and sin
Saw you there and I thought
Oh my God, look at that face
You look like my next mistake
Love’s a game, do you want to play?
New money, suit and tie
Ain't it funny, rumors fly?
And I know you heard about me
So hey, let's be friends
Dying to see how this one ends
Grab your passport and my hand
So it's gonna be forever
Or it's gonna go down in flames
You can tell me when it's over
If the high was worth the pain
Got a long list of ex-lovers
They'll tell you I'm insane
'Cause you know I love the players
And you love the game
So goddamn reckless
We'll take this way too far
It'll leave you breathless
Or with a nasty scar
Got a long list of ex-lovers
They'll tell you I'm insane
But I've got a blank space, baby
And I'll write your name
Cherry lips, crystal skies
I could show you incredible things
Stolen kisses, pretty lies
I'm your king and you're my queen
Find out what you want
Be that girl for a month
Wait, the worst is yet to come
Screaming, crying, perfect storms
I can make all the tables turn
Rose gardens filled with thorns
Keep you second-guessing like
"Oh my God, who is she?"
I get drunk on jealousy
But you'll come back each time you leave
So it's gonna be forever
Or it's gonna go down in flames
You can tell me when it's over
If the high was worth the pain
Got a long list of ex-lovers
They'll tell you I'm insane
'Cause you know I love the players
And you love the game
So goddamn reckless
We'll take this way too far
It'll leave you breathless
Or with a nasty scar
Got a long list of ex-lovers
They'll tell you I'm insane
But I've got a blank space, baby
And I'll write your name
I'll write your name
I'll write your name
I'll write your name
The opening verse of Taylor Swift's song "Blank Space" is a commentary on modern dating culture. The persona speaks directly to her love interest, saying she could show him "incredible things" and that love is a game she wants to play. The persona notes that rumors fly and refers to her own reputation, suggesting that her love interest has heard things about her before. She sees her relationship with him as a chance to start fresh, suggesting they "be friends" as a way to get to know each other without pressure. The persona is clearly not looking for a traditional, serious relationship, and is upfront about her intentions.
The chorus of the song speaks to the unpredictability of modern love. The persona wonders if her relationship with her love interest will be "forever" or if it will "go down in flames." She acknowledges that she has had many previous lovers and that they might describe her as "insane." However, the persona embraces that description, suggesting that there is a "blank space" where she can write her next lover's name – in essence, she's open to the possibility of a new relationship with this person, regardless of what has come before.
The second verse of the song continues the theme of unpredictability, and the persona notes that things may get "reckless" and "way too far." She suggests that the relationship may leave her love interest "breathless" or with a "nasty scar." The persona is comfortable with that risk, and again emphasizes her willingness to write her lover's name in the blank space she has created. She notes that she is "drunk on jealousy," suggesting that she may feel possessive towards him and that her emotions may get the best of her. However, the persona is confident that he will return to her, even if he leaves.
Overall, "Blank Space" is a commentary on modern love and relationships. It speaks to the idea that love is often unpredictable and risky, but also exciting and worth pursuing. The persona is unapologetic about her past and her intentions, and is willing to take chances in pursuit of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Nice to meet you, where you been?
I am interested in getting to know you better and your history
I could show you incredible things
I can introduce you to experiences that you have never encountered before
Magic, madness, heaven and sin
I have a lot of excitement, turmoil, and extremes in my life
Saw you there and I thought
When I first saw you, I had a specific thought
Oh my God, look at that face
Your facial features are captivating and enchanting
You look like my next mistake
You have a reckless, wild energy that I am drawn to and could potentially lead to consequences
Love’s a game, do you want to play?
I see love as a competition and are you willing to participate with me
New money, suit and tie
You have recently acquired wealth and display it in a refined way
I can read you like a magazine
I understand you and can interpret your actions easily
Ain't it funny, rumors fly?
It is curious how rumors spread quickly about various topics, including me
And I know you heard about me
I am aware that you have heard certain things about me from others
So hey, let's be friends
Instead of starting a romantic relationship, let's get to know each other better as friends
Dying to see how this one ends
I am excited to see where this friendship or potential relationship will lead
Grab your passport and my hand
Pack your bags and join me on adventurous and thrilling experiences
So it's gonna be forever
This relationship has the potential to be long-lasting and permanent
Or it's gonna go down in flames
This relationship may end abruptly and disastrously
You can tell me when it's over
You have the power to end this relationship and convey your thoughts to me
If the high was worth the pain
If the excitement and thrill of this relationship was worth the negative consequences
Got a long list of ex-lovers
I have a history of failed relationships
They'll tell you I'm insane
My ex-partners may describe me as crazy or irrational
'Cause you know I love the players
I have a preference for lovers who are charismatic, charming, and typically not monogamous
And you love the game
You are also drawn to the thrill and competition of romantic relationships
So goddamn reckless
I act impulsively and without care for the consequences
We'll take this way too far
Our relationship will become dangerously intense and go beyond what is considered acceptable
It'll leave you breathless
Our relationship will take your breath away with its intensity and excitement
Or with a nasty scar
The aftermath of our relationship may leave you emotionally hurt and traumatized
But I've got a blank space, baby
I am open to starting a new relationship with you
And I'll write your name
I am willing to create a new story with you and build a deep connection
Cherry lips, crystal skies
Description of a vivid and beautiful setting
Stolen kisses, pretty lies
This relationship will involve secret and deceptive actions and statements
I'm your king and you're my queen
I envision our relationship as a powerful, ruling partnership
Find out what you want
I want you to explore and discover what you desire in life and in a relationship
Be that girl for a month
I want you to play a specific role in our relationship for a brief period of time
Wait, the worst is yet to come
The negative aspects of our relationship have not yet shown themselves
Screaming, crying, perfect storms
Our relationship will have intense fights, tears and unpredictable outbursts
I can make all the tables turn
I am in control of this relationship and can change the dynamics easily
Rose gardens filled with thorns
Description of a beautiful and dangerous situation
Keep you second-guessing like
I will continuously make you question and doubt our relationship
'Oh my God, who is she?'
You will question my actions and motives during our relationship
I get drunk on jealousy
I become intoxicated by feelings of jealousy
But you'll come back each time you leave
Despite the negative aspects of our relationship, you will continue to return to me
I'll write your name
Repetition and emphasis on the willingness to start a new relationship with the person mentioned earlier in the song
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martin Max, Shellback ., Taylor Swift
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