it’s time to go
Taylor Swift Lyrics


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When the dinner is cold and the chatter gets old
You ask for the tab
Or that moment again, he's insisting that friends
Look at each other like that
When the words of a sister come back in whispers
That prove she was not
In fact what she seemed, not a twin from your dreams
She's a crook who was caught

That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in your soul
You know when it's time to go

Twenty years at your job, then the son of the boss
Gets the spot that was yours
Or tryna stay for the kids when keepin' it how it is
Will only break their hearts worse

That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in your soul
You know when it's time to go

Sometimes givin' up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walkin' out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing
Sometimes givin' up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walkin' out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing

Fifteen years, fifteen million tears
Beggin' 'til my knees bled
I gave it my all, he gave me nothing at all
Then wondered why I left
Now he sits on his throne in his palace of bones
Prayin' to his greed
He's got my past frozen behind glass
But I've got me

That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in my soul
I know when it's time to go

Sometimes givin' up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walkin' out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing
Sometimes givin' up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walkin' out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing
That will find you the right thing
And you know in your soul
You know in your soul
When it's time to go

And you know, you know, you know, you know
When it's time to go
So then you go




Then you go
You just go

Overall Meaning

The song "It's Time to Go" by Taylor Swift is about recognizing when it's time to leave a situation or relationship, even if it's difficult. The song explores different scenarios where it might be necessary to go, such as when a relationship has gone sour, you've been passed over for a promotion, or your dreams have been shattered. The chorus repeats the idea that sometimes giving up is the strong thing to do, and that knowing when to walk away is the key to finding the right thing.


The first verse describes a situation where a person is out to dinner with friends, but the conversation has gone stale and it's time to move on. The stanza also hints at a hidden deception among siblings. The second verse talks about a job where an employee has given everything for 20 years, only to see the boss's son get the promotion. The third verse deals with a failed romantic relationship, where one person gave everything and the other gave nothing in return.


One of the most interesting facts about this song is its connection to Taylor Swift's ongoing legal dispute with Scooter Braun over the ownership of her master recordings. The line "He's got my past frozen behind glass" seems to reference the fact that Braun now owns the rights to her early music, and that she's unable to control or access it. Swift has been very public about her frustration with the situation and the lack of control she has over her own art.


Another interesting fact is that the song was co-written by Aaron Dessner of The National, who also worked with Swift on her 2020 album "Folklore." The two have become close collaborators and friends, and Dessner's influence can be heard throughout "It's Time to Go."


The song was released as part of Swift's ninth studio album, "Evermore," which was surprise-released in December 2020. The album was a companion piece to "Folklore," which was also released earlier in 2020.


The chords for "It's Time to Go" are as follows:


Intro/Verse: C G Am F
Chorus: C G Am F


Line by Line Meaning

When the dinner is cold and the chatter gets old You ask for the tab
When conversation has reached its limit and the tension is palpable, it's time to pay and leave.


Or that moment again, he's insisting that friends Look at each other like that
When someone tries to manipulate a situation and creates an uncomfortable atmosphere, it's time to recognize the toxicity and leave.


When the words of a sister come back in whispers That prove she was not In fact what she seemed, not a twin from your dreams She's a crook who was caught
When someone you thought you trusted turns out to be deceitful and dishonest, it's time to accept the truth and move on.


Twenty years at your job, then the son of the boss Gets the spot that was yours Or tryna stay for the kids when keepin' it how it is Will only break their hearts worse
When you've given your all to something or someone, and it continues to be taken for granted or mistreated, it's time to realize your worth and walk away.


Fifteen years, fifteen million tears Beggin' 'til my knees bled I gave it my all, he gave me nothing at all Then wondered why I left Now he sits on his throne in his palace of bones Prayin' to his greed He's got my past frozen behind glass But I've got me
When you've poured your heart and soul into someone or something and received nothing in return, it's time to break free from their hold and reclaim your own life.


Sometimes givin' up is the strong thing Sometimes to run is the brave thing Sometimes walkin' out is the one thing That will find you the right thing
Sometimes it takes strength to let go of toxic people or situations. Sometimes it's brave to walk away from something that no longer serves you. And sometimes that's the only way to find the happiness and peace you deserve.


That old familiar body ache The snaps from the same little breaks in your soul You know when it's time to go
When you connect with that deep, intuitive part of yourself that knows when something isn't right, it's time to trust that feeling and follow your path.


And you know, you know, you know, you know When it's time to go So then you go Then you go You just go
When your inner voice tells you it's time to move on, it's important to trust that feeling and take action - even if it's scary or uncomfortable, because you deserve to pursue your dreams and find happiness.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Brooking Dessner, Taylor Alison Swift

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Lyrics

[Verse 1]
When the dinner is cold and the chatter gets old
You ask for the tab
Or that moment again, he's insisting that friends
Look at each other like that
When the words of a sister come back in whispers
That prove she was not in fact what she seemed
Not a twin from your dreams
She's a crook who was caught

[Chorus]
That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in your soul
You know when it's time to go

[Verse 2]
Twenty years at your job
Then the son of the boss gets the spot that was yours
Or trying to stay for the kids
When keeping it how it is will only break their hearts worse

[Chorus]
That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in your soul
You know when it's time to go

[Post-Chorus]
Sometimes giving up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walking out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing
Sometimes giving up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walking out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing

[Verse 3]
Fifteen years, fifteen million tears
Begging 'til my knees bled
I gave it my all, he gave me nothing at all
Then wondered why I left
Now he sits on his throne in his palace of bones
Praying to his greed
He's got my past frozen behind glass
But I've got me

[Chorus]
That old familiar body ache
The snaps from the same little breaks in my soul
I know when it's time to go

[Post-Chorus]
Sometimes giving up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walking out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing
Sometimes giving up is the strong thing
Sometimes to run is the brave thing
Sometimes walking out is the one thing
That will find you the right thing

[Outro]
That will find you the right thing
And you know in your soul
You know in your soul
When it's time to go
You know, you know, you know, you know
When it's time to go
So then you go
Then you go
You just go



All comments from YouTube:

@somi3218

The last two songs of evermore tells us that you can either remain still in time..think you're still 23 in your fantasy or you can walk out or move on realising it's time to go.

@sumikashrestha9765

It's not about choosing either of them everyone has to go through both stages at some point and noone gets stuck or lives in fantasy forever this song is more like an inspiration that u will know when to let go

@swiftbigdreams8016

Taylor Swift is the reason I love to sing. My dad said if I can get 5K likes on my new singing video, he will finally buy me a mic. I really need one to make my own music. Any support is appreciated.

@nashjones6498

Lol

@VictorIV0310

@@swiftbigdreams8016 No, get sterilized.

@chloe908090

"he's got my past frozen behind glass but I've got me" - this line about the re-recordings is amazing

@lea9243

Yas!!! And I really love how she used "you" in the earlier verses to "I/me" in this verse. It's like she incorporated our experiences with her own experience in one song.❤️

@missk8719

I agree thats the best lyric of the song!!
"But Ive got me". The last few verses at the end were def about her music. Go Taylor for doing the right thing! Love you lady! Youre the best songwriter lyricist hands down! 💛🎹🎶

@KyleePicc

100%!!! 😍😍😍

@cherrypie2257

Let's not make this song only about relationships but also toxic friendships. You don't have to stay with people just because you have a history together. You deserve better.

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