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Today was a fairytale
You were the prince
I used to be a damsel in distress
You took me by the hand and you picked me up at six
Today was a fairytale

Today was a fairytale
Today was a fairytale
I wore a dress
You wore a dark gray t-shirt
You told me I was pretty when I looked like a mess
Today was a fairytale
Time slows down whenever you're around

But can you feel this magic in the air?
It must have been the way you kissed me
Fell in love when I saw you standing there
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale

Today was a fairytale
You've got a smile that takes me to another planet
Every move you make everything you say is right
Today was a fairytale
Today was a fairytale
All that I can say is now it's getting so much clearer
Nothin' made sense 'til the time I saw your face
Today was a fairytale

Time slows down whenever you're around
Yeah yeah

But can you feel this magic in the air?
It must have been the way you kissed me
Fell in love when I saw you standing there
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale

Time slows down whenever you're around
I can feel my heart
It's beating in my chest
Did you feel it?
I can't put this down

But can you feel this magic in the air?
It must have been the way you kissed me
Fell in love when I saw you standing there
It must have been the way
But can you feel this magic in the air?
It must have been the way you kissed me
Fell in love when I saw you standing there
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale
It must have been the way
Today was a fairytale





Oh oh yeah yeah oh
Today was a fairytale

Overall Meaning

The song "Today was a Fairytale" by Taylor Swift is about falling in love and experiencing an unexpectedly magical day with someone. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a fairytale-like romance where the singer feels rescued by her prince charming. She feels like a damsel in distress, but her partner’s presence makes everything better. The line "Time slows down whenever you're around" is an indication that she's enjoying the present moment and that everything feels surreal. Though they are presently happy, the singer is unsure whether this newfound love will last forever or be a fairytale that eventually ends.


In the second paragraph of the song, the singer reflects on the small moments that made the day so special. Everything from the way her partner dressed to how they smiled at her made her feel like she was living in a fairytale. The song highlights how love can make you feel as if everything is perfect, just like in a fairytale. The music is catchy and joyful, and it perfectly captures the magical feeling of the lyrics.


Overall, "Today was a Fairytale" is a whimsical and romantic song about falling in love and experiencing a perfect day with someone special. The fairy tale imagery in the lyrics makes it easy to lose oneself in the dreamy world that the song creates. It is a feel-good love song that reminds us of the magic of falling in love and the joy that can come from being around the right person.


Line by Line Meaning

Today was a fairytale
Today was a magical and perfect day


You were the prince
You were my knight in shining armor


I used to be a damsel in distress
I used to feel helpless and lost before I met you


You took me by the hand and you picked me up at six
You rescued me and made me feel loved and important


I wore a dress
I dressed up and felt beautiful for you


You wore a dark gray t-shirt
You looked simple but handsome to me


You told me I was pretty when I looked like a mess
You made me feel confident and loved even on my worst days


Time slows down whenever you're around
Being with you feels like time slows down or stops


But can you feel this magic in the air?
Can you feel the special connection we have between us?


It must have been the way you kissed me
I fell in love with the way you kissed me


Fell in love when I saw you standing there
I fell in love with you when I first saw you


You've got a smile that takes me to another planet
Your smile makes my heart skip a beat and takes me to another world


Every move you make everything you say is right
I trust you and believe everything you do or say is the right thing


All that I can say is now it's getting so much clearer
Everything in my life is falling into place now that you're here


Nothin' made sense 'til the time I saw your face
I didn't understand my purpose or direction in life until I met you


I can feel my heart
I feel intense emotions and love for you


It's beating in my chest
My heart is racing and I can't calm down around you


Did you feel it?
Did you also feel the strong connection and love we share?


Today was a fairytale
Today was a magical and perfect day




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

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I just love Taylor Swift my black ass will literally be at her concert in tears screaming this song to the top of my lungs

Elena Solís

I'm so late but my Latina ass will also stan her to the end of times, her music has been in my life since I was 8 and I know it's stupidly expensive but I really wanna go to one of her concerts some day

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