Cast your mind back to 2010 when Taylor captivated millions with this heart-wrenching single from the original “Speak Now” album.
Brace yourselves, Swifties, because “Back to December” is about to hit you right in the feels once again in Speak Now(Taylor’s Version).
In this soul-stirring ballad, Taylor takes a vulnerable approach as she apologizes to an ex-lover for the way things ended and expresses her yearning to have them back. The chorus echoes her sentiments, with Taylor confessing, “So, this is me swallowing my pride / Standin’ in front of you sayin’, ‘I’m sorry for that night’ / And I go back to December all the time / It turns out freedom ain’t nothing but missin’ you / Wishin’ I’d realized what I had when you were mine.”
Back in 2010, Taylor opened up about the song’s meaning in an interview with Comcast, revealing that it was her first time apologizing to someone through her music. She explained that “Back to December” is a heartfelt collection of words she felt the person deserved to hear.
Taylor emphasized the importance of acknowledging one’s mistakes and striving to make amends, as she shared with USA Today, “If you unintentionally hurt someone, you’ve got to make it better.”
Fans have long speculated that “Back to December” is a reflection of Taylor’s relationship with actor Taylor Lautner, given their reported breakup in December 2009.
Taylor Lautner himself has now confirmed multiple times that the song is indeed about him.
Earlier this year, Taylor Lautner was spotted filming a music video alongside Taylor Swift, sparking rumors of a collaboration for a track on “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version).” Could this be the moment when the two Taylors reunite to bring us a visual masterpiece?
With its emotional lyrics and powerful delivery, this song has secured a special place in the hearts of countless Swifties.
As we revel in the beauty of “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version),” we can’t help but wonder what other surprises Taylor has in store for us in this remarkable reimagining of her iconic album.