Midnights by Taylor Swift |
This is a collection of music written in the middle of the night, a journey through terror and sweet dreams. The floors we pace and the demons we face. For all of us who tossed and turned and decided to keep the lanterns lit and go searching - hoping that just maybe, when the clock strikes twelve ... we'll meet ourselves. - Taylor Swift
Like tradition, since Lover, here I am again because Taylor Swift has released her tenth studio album named Midnights! And I was so excited about this release for months because Taylor's blurb about it resonated so much in me. I mean, who doesn't have midnight thoughts? Who hasn't had late-night anxieties where you can't even fall asleep because of an overactive mind? Who hasn't cried silently just because you've thought up vivid scenarios that haven't even happened yet?
That's how Taylor's words affected me. Because I'm at this point in my life where I'm already done with my studies, where I'm already working to provide for myself and help with household expenses, and where I have somehow already achieved some of my dreams. I'm at this point in my life where I'm at a plateau or sometimes at a crossroads that I can't even put how I feel into words. I'm at this point in my life where I'm just living day by day on routine, with nothing to look forward to because I have all these silent responsibilities that have built up over time. I'm stuck but at the same time, I'm lost. It's a confusing phase to be in. And somehow, this album came (yet again) at the perfect time.
Here are my initial thoughts about each song:
Lavender Haze*
Upon listening to the first track, I was taken aback because Pop Taylor is really back. Lover felt like ages ago and hearing Lavender Haze heavily reminded me of that era, and I love it! I've read tweets from other people saying that this song was very similar to I Think He Knows and yeah, I can see why they are saying that. And I do agree. Lavender Haze is ITHK's big sister.
Favorite Lyrics: I'm damned if I do give a damn what people say
Maroon*
Favorite Lyrics: How the hell did we lose sight of us again?; Sobbing with your head in your hands; Ain't that the way shit always ends
Anti-Hero*
First lyric and I am already loving it. This song is just *chef's kiss*. Taylor described it as a song that she wrote about her inner turmoil and intrusive thoughts, and while its beat is boppy, there are so many things to unpack from it. I also watched the Music Video for it and it was hilarious and satirical. I am obsessed with this track!
Favorite Lyrics: I have this thing where I get older, but just never wiser; Midnights become my afternoons | It's me, Hi, I'm the problem, it's me | Pierced through the heart but never killed
Snow On The Beach (feat. Lana Del Rey)*
Track 4 and this has got me into an emotional mess. The soft vocals, the hypnotic melody, the blending of two voices meshing into one. Snow On The Beach ... It must be nice to have someone to fall in love with. I wonder when it would be my time.
Favorite Lyrics: Are we falling like snow at the beach; Weird, but fuckin' beautiful
You're On Your Own, Kid*
Favorite Lyrics: I didn't choose this town; I dream of getting out | Everything you lose is a step you take; So make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it; You've got no reason to be afraid
Midnight Rain
I think people who like False God will love and appreciate this track, just like me. It's a song that I had to listen to again and again to really feel what it's trying to get through. And once that it grew on me, I couldn't stop listening to it, getting a different feel at every play. Taylor is really such a brilliant storyteller.
Favorite Lyrics: He was sunshine; I was midnight rain; He wanted it comfortable; I wanted that pain | He stayed the same; All of me changed like midnight
Question...?
Favorite Lyrics: When she said it was too much? Do you wish you could still touch her? It's just a question
Vigilante Shit
Bejeweled
Labyrinth
Karma*
Sweet Nothing
Mastermind
After listening to the 13 tracks, I was left contemplating this amazing album. Until a few moments later when Taylor dropped 7 more bonus tracks. I was not ready for it! And so I'll be editing this blog out when I will have the time to get my thoughts together for the additional 7 songs. I am so overwhelmed today but I am not complaining! It's not every day that you get new songs from your favorite artist. It's a day to be joyful and maybe I'm just a tad bit high from this album release that I will need a few days to digest it and recover from it.
For now, this will suffice my initial thoughts. Have you listened to the album? If not, I'll be linking it below! xx
P.S. All the song titles with (*) are my initial favorites!
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