End Game
Taylor Swift Lyrics


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I wanna be your endgame
I wanna be your first string
I wanna be your A-Team (whoa-whoa, whoa)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me, we got big reputations, ah
And you heard about me, ooh
I got some big enemies (yeah)
Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me, we'd be a big conversation, ah
And I heard about you, ooh (yeah)
You like the bad ones too

You so dope, don't overdose
I'm so stoked, I need a toast
We do the most
I'm in the Ghost like I'm whippin' a boat
I got a reputation, girl, that don't precede me (yeah)
I'm one call away, whenever you need me (yeah)
I'm on a G5 (yeah), come to the A-Side (yeah)
I got a bad boy persona, that's what they like
You love it, I love it too 'cause you my type
You hold me down and I protect you with my life

I don't wanna touch you (I don't wanna be)
Just another ex-love (you don't wanna see)
I don't wanna miss you (I don't wanna miss you)
Like the other girls do
I don't wanna hurt you (I just wanna be)
Drinkin' on a beach with (you all over me)
I know what they all say (I know what they all say)
But I ain't tryna play

I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

Knew her when I was young
Reconnected when we were little bit older
Both sprung, I got issues and chips on both of my shoulders
Reputation precedes me, in rumors I'm knee-deep
The truth is, it's easier to ignore it, believe me
Even when we'd argue, we'd not do it for long
And you understand the good and bad end up in the song
For all your beautiful traits, and the way you do it with ease
For all my flaws, paranoia, and insecurities
I've made mistakes, and made some choices that's hard to deny
After the storm, something was born on the Fourth of July
I've passed days without fun, this endgame is the one
With four words on the tip of my tongue I'll never say

I don't wanna touch you (I don't wanna be)
Just another ex-love (you don't wanna see)
I don't wanna miss you (I don't wanna miss you)
Like the other girls do
I don't wanna hurt you (I just wanna be)
Drinkin' on a beach with (you all over me)
I know what they all say, yeah
But I ain't tryna play

I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (wanna be your first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me, we got big reputations, ah
And you heard about me, oh
I got some big enemies (hey)
Big reputation, big reputation (yeah)
Ooh, you and me, we'd be a big conversation, ah
And I heard about you, ooh
You like the bad ones too

I hit you like, "Bang"
We tried to forget it, but we just couldn't
And I bury hatchets but I keep maps of where I put 'em
Reputation precedes me, they told you I'm crazy
I swear I don't love the drama, it loves me
And I can't let you go, your handprint's on my soul
It's like your eyes are liquor, it's like your body is gold
You've been calling my bluff on all my usual tricks
So here's the truth from my red lips

I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (me and you) (first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (be your A-Team now)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame
I wanna be your endgame (oh, I do)
I wanna be your first string (first string)




I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

Overall Meaning

In Taylor Swift's song "End Game," she sings about wanting to be her lover's "endgame," or the person he chooses to spend the rest of his life with. She compares herself to his first string and A-Team, showing her desire to be the most important person in his life. The lyrics also reference their big reputations and shared love for the "bad ones." Taylor talks about her desire to protect her lover and not hurt him, while also alluding to past mistakes and issues in their relationship.


The song also touches on Taylor's own reputation and the rumors surrounding her. She acknowledges her flaws and imperfections, but ultimately wants to be with someone who accepts her for who she is. The chorus is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing her desire to be her lover's "endgame" and end up with him in the end.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna be your endgame
I want to be the final long-term partner you have


I wanna be your first string
I want to be your top priority


I wanna be your A-Team
I want to be the best you have, the one you can always count on


Big reputation, big reputation
We both have prominent public images that precede us


Ooh you and me we got big reputations, ah
Our respective reputations are well-known and significant


And you heard about me, ooh
People mention me frequently to you


I got some big enemies
There are people who don't like me and might be hostile towards me


And you heard about you, ooh
I have heard of you through word of mouth


You like the bad ones too
You are attracted to people who are seen as risky or edgy


You so dope, don't overdose
You are amazing, but I don't want to overdo it with you


I'm so stoked, I need a toast
I am excited and want to make a celebratory gesture


We do the most
We go above and beyond in our actions with each other


I'm in the Ghost like I'm whippin' a boat
I am in a luxurious car and feel powerful


I got a reputation girl, that don't precede me
Despite my reputation, I want to show you who I really am


I'm one call away, whenever you need me
I am always available to help you


I'm in a G5 / Come to the A side
I have a private jet and want you to join me in a specific place


I got a bad boy persona that's what they like / You love it / I love it too 'cause you my type
I have a reputation for being rebellious and you find it attractive, which I embrace


You hold me down and I protect you with my life
You support and comfort me, and I will defend you with all I have


I don't wanna touch you (I don't wanna be) / Just another ex-love (you don't wanna see) / I don't wanna miss you (I don't wanna miss you) / Like the other girls do / I don't wanna hurt you (I just wanna be) / Drinkin' on a beach with (you all over me) / I know what they all say (I know what they all say) / But I ain't tryna play
I don't want a superficial or temporary relationship with you like I had with others, I want something real and lasting


Knew her when I was young / Reconnected when we were little bit older / Both sprung, I got issues and chips on both of my shoulders
We knew each other at a young age and got together again later. Both of us are infatuated with each other, but I have emotional baggage


Reputation precedes me, in rumors I'm knee deep / The truth is it's easier to ignore it, believe me
My image is widely known and rumors about me are abundant. It's best to disregard them


Even when we'd argue, we don't do it for long / And you understand the good and bad, end up in the song
Our arguments don't last because we have a deep understanding of each other, which ultimately leads to us making music together


For all your beautiful traits, and the way you do it with ease / For all my flaws, paranoia, and insecurities
We both have admirable qualities and abilities, but I also have negative qualities I acknowledge


I've made mistakes, and made some choices that's hard to deny / After the storm, something was born on the fourth of July
I've done things I regret, but through adversity, we still came together to create something great


I've passed days without fun, this endgame is the one / With four words on the tip of my tongue, I'll never say
I have gone without happiness, but I know this relationship is the one I want. I have strong feelings I am unable to confess


I hit you like bang / We tried to forget it, but we just couldn't / And I bury hatchets but I keep maps of where I put 'em
We had an intense encounter but couldn't stop thinking about each other. I forgive and move on, but keep track of who hurt me in the past


Reputation precedes me, they told you I'm crazy / I swear I don't love the drama, it loves me
My reputation has caused people to think I'm unstable, but I don't seek out drama- it seeks me out


And I can't let you go, your handprint's on my soul / It's like your eyes are liquor, it's like your body is gold
You've made a profound impact on me and I can't lose you. I find you irresistible


You've been calling my bluff on all my usual tricks / So here's the truth from my red lips
You see through my usual facade, and I want to be honest with you




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Edward Christopher Sheeran, Johan Karl Schuster, Martin Max Sandberg, Nayvadius Demun Wilburn, Taylor Alison Swift

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Melanietannnn

(End Game)
[Chorus: Taylor Swift & Future]
I wanna be your endgame
I wanna be your first string
I wanna be your A-Team (whoa, whoa, whoa)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

[Post-Chorus: Taylor Swift & Future]
Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me, we got big reputations, ah
And you heard about me, ooh
I got some big enemies (yeah)
Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me would be a big conversation, ah (git, git)
And I heard about you, ooh (yeah)
You like the bad ones, too

[Verse 1: Future]
You so dope, don't overdose
I’m so stoked, I need a toast
We do the most, I'm in the Ghost like I'm whippin’ a boat
I got a reputation, girl that don't precede me (yeah)
I'm one call away whenever you need me (yeah)
I'm in a G5 (yeah), come to the A-Side (yeah)
I got a bad boy persona, that's what they like (what they like)
You love it, I love it, too 'cause you my type (you my type)
You hold me down, and I protect you with my life


[Pre-Chorus: Taylor Swift & Future]
I don't wanna touch you, I don't wanna be
Just another ex-love, you don’t wanna see
I don’t wanna miss you (I don't wanna miss you)
Like the other girls do
I don’t wanna hurt you, I just wanna be
Drinking on a beach with you all over me
I know what they all say (I know what they all say)
But I ain't tryna play

[Chorus: Taylor Swift]
I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

[Verse 2: Ed Sheeran]
Knew her when I was young
Reconnected when we were little bit older, both sprung
I got issues and chips on both of my shoulders
Reputation precedes me, in rumors, I'm knee-deep
The truth is, it's easier to ignore it, believe me
Even when we’d argue, we'd not do it for long
And you understand the good and bad end up in the song
For all your beautiful traits, and the way you do it with ease
For all my flaws, paranoia, and insecurities
I've made mistakes and made some choices, that's hard to deny
After the storm, something was born on the 4th of July
I've passed days without fun, this endgame is the one
With four words on the tip of my tongue, I'll never say it


[Pre-Chorus: Taylor Swift]
I don't wanna touch you, I don't wanna be
Just another ex-love you don't wanna see
I don't wanna miss you (I don't wanna miss you)
Like the other girls do
I don't wanna hurt you, I just wanna be
Drinking on a beach with you all over me
I know what they all say, yeah
But I ain't tryna play

[Chorus: Taylor Swift]
I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (wanna be your first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame

[Post-Chorus: Taylor Swift & Future]
Big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me, we got big reputations, ah
And you heard about me, ooh
I got some big enemies
Hey, big reputation, big reputation
Ooh, you and me would be a big conversation, ah
And I heard about you, ooh
You like the bad ones, too


[Verse 3: Taylor Swift]
I hit you like bang, we tried to forget it, but we just couldn't
And I bury hatchets, but I keep maps of where I put 'em
Reputation precedes me, they told you I'm crazy
I swear I don't love the drama, it loves me
And I can't let you go, your hand prints on my soul
It's like your eyes are liquor, it's like your body is gold
You've been calling my bluff on all my usual tricks
So here's the truth from my red lips

[Chorus: Taylor Swift, Future, & Ed Sheeran]
I wanna be your endgame (endgame)
I wanna be your first string (me and you, first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (be your A-Team now, A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame
I wanna be your endgame (oh, I do)
I wanna be your first string (first string)
I wanna be your A-Team (A-Team)
I wanna be your endgame, endgame



All comments from YouTube:

@mizmalpal4125

End Game is so underrated in the fandom. I love the energy of this song!

Update: I'm glad to see so many people love End Game

@jordanbailey4311

mizmalpal ikr

@christalia45

yes!! especially this video! it makes me want to party lol

@imweird3192

All Taylor stuff is underrated :(

@jeremypople5251

I am #1

@abcdefu780

@@imweird3192 what? She is like one of the most famous female artist right now... And this videos has millions of views.

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@juliaferrell1308

Don't get me wrong, I love all of Taylor's music. All the happy, all the sad, and all the dark, but I'm going to miss the darkness of reputation. 😢

@valeriaolmedo4763

I just was thinking the same! I was in love with this songs!

@tesahamilton

Same here, i miss her reputation songs.. :( But i'm happy that she seen that reputation wasn't all that.

@ghifariwalihamdani4821

I don't

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