AI Lyric Analysis: “Willow” by Taylor Swift

My daughter is obsessed with Taylor Swift right now and since her name is Willow I thought it would be fun to have AI analyze the lyrics to Swift’s song “Willow.”

Willow

By Aaron Brooking Dessner / Taylor A. Swift

I’m like the water when your ship rolled in that night
Rough on the surface but you cut through like a knife
And if it was an open-shut case
I never would’ve known from that look on your face
Lost in your current like a priceless wine
The more that you say
The less I know
Wherever you stray
I follow
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man

Life was a willow and it bent right to your wind (oh)
Head on the pillow, I could feel you sneaking in
As if you were a mythical thing
Like you were a trophy or a champion ring
And there was one prize I’d cheat to win
The more that you say
The less I know
Wherever you stray
I follow
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man
You know that my train could take you home
Anywhere else is hollow
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man

Life was a willow and it bent right to your wind (oh)
They count me out time and time again
Life was a willow and it bent right to your wind (oh)
But I come back stronger than a 90’s trend

Wait for the signal and I’ll meet you after dark
Show me the places where the others gave you scars
Now this is an open-shut case
Guess I should’ve known from the look on your face
Every bait and switch was a work of art

The more that you say
The less I know
Wherever you stray
I follow
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man
You know that my train could take you home
Anywhere else is hollow
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man

The more that you say
The less I know
Wherever you stray
I follow
Begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man
You know that my train could take you home
Anywhere else is hollow
Begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man

Hey, that’s my man
That’s my man
Yeah, that’s my man
Every bait and switch was a work of art
That’s my man
Hey, that’s my man
I’m begging for you to take my hand
Wreck my plans
That’s my man

AI Lyric Analysis

The song lyrics to "Willow" by Taylor Swift depict a narrative of a passionate and intense relationship. The metaphorical references to water, specifically the line "I'm like the water when your ship rolled in," suggest the narrator's emotional vulnerability and the impact the other person has on them.

The lyrics continue to explore the idea of being drawn to and following this person, regardless of their actions or the consequences. Lines such as "The more that you say, the less I know, Wherever you stray, I follow" highlight the narrator's willingness to overlook any doubts or uncertainties in order to be with their love interest.

The repeated line "Life was a willow and it bent right to your wind" represents the narrator's flexibility and adaptability, as well as their submission to the other person's influence. This idea is further emphasized with the mention of being "stronger than a 90's trend," suggesting that despite facing obstacles, the narrator remains resilient and determined.

The lyrics also touch upon the idea of emotional manipulation or "bait and switch," where the other person's actions are likened to a "work of art." This suggests that the narrator recognizes the manipulation, yet still feels compelled to be with their love interest.

Overall, the lyrics of "Willow" convey the narrator's deep devotion and willingness to sacrifice their own plans and desires for their relationship. The song explores themes of love, vulnerability, resilience, and the complexities of human emotion.

Written by OpenAI GPT-3.5-Turbo-16k