Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” is one of her most popular and iconic songs. Released in 2012, the song was a critical and commercial success, and it remains one of Swift’s most-streamed songs on Spotify.
The song is a breakup anthem about a woman who is over her ex-boyfriend and is determined to never get back together with him. Swift’s lyrics are catchy and relatable, and they perfectly capture the feeling of being over someone.
Here is a breakdown of the lyrics to “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”:
Verse 1
I remember when we broke up the first time Saying, “This is it, I’ve had enough” Cause like We hadn’t seen each other in a month When you said you needed space What?
The first verse of the song sets the scene for the breakup. The woman is singing about how she and her ex-boyfriend broke up the first time, but he came back around after a month saying he needed space. She is confused and hurt by his behavior, and she is determined not to let it happen again.
Chorus
We are never ever getting back together We are never ever getting back together You go talk to your friends Talk to my friends talk to me But we are never ever ever getting back together Like, ever
The chorus of the song is the most iconic part, and it is where Swift really drives home her message. She is telling her ex-boyfriend that she is never going to get back together with him, no matter what.
Verse 2
Then you come around again and say “Baby, I miss you and I swear I’m gonna change Trust me” Remember how that lasted for a day? I say, “I hate you,” we break up You call me I love you
The second verse of the song describes how the woman’s ex-boyfriend came back around after the first breakup and promised to change. However, she quickly realized that he was the same old guy, and they broke up again. This verse shows how the woman is done with her ex-boyfriend and his games.
Chorus
We are never ever getting back together We are never ever getting back together You go talk to your friends Talk to my friends talk to me But we are never ever ever getting back together Like, ever
Bridge
I used to think that we were forever, ever And I used to say, “Never say never” And I used to think that we were forever, ever And I used to say, “Never say never”
The bridge of the song is a bit more reflective. The woman is singing about how she used to think that her relationship with her ex-boyfriend would last forever, but now she knows that it was never meant to be. She is also singing about how she is never going to say “never say never” again, because she knows that she deserves better than what her ex-boyfriend can offer her.
Chorus
We are never ever getting back together We are never ever getting back together You go talk to your friends Talk to my friends talk to me But we are never ever ever getting back together Like, ever
Outro
We are never getting back together (Like, ever)
The outro of the song simply repeats the chorus, but this time with even more emphasis. Swift is really driving home her message that she is never going to get back together with her ex-boyfriend.
Conclusion
Taylor Swift’s “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” is a classic breakup anthem that has resonated with millions of listeners around the world. The song’s catchy lyrics and relatable message make it a timeless classic.
The song is also a powerful reminder that it is okay to walk away from a relationship that is not good for you. If you are in a relationship with someone who is not making you happy, or who is not treating you the way you deserve to be treated, it is okay to say goodbye. You deserve to be with someone who loves and respects you, and who makes you feel good about yourself.
