Forever & Always

Taylor Swift · Fearless [2010]

Once upon a time

I believe it was a Tuesday

When I caught your eye

And we caught onto something

I hold onto the night

You looked me in the eye

And told me you loved me



Were you just kidding?

Cause it seems to me

This thing is breaking down

We almost never speak

I don't feel welcome anymore

Baby what happened

Please tell me

Cause one second it was perfect

Now you're halfway out the door



And I stare at the phone

He still hasn't called

And then you feel so low

You can't feel nothing at all

And you flashback to when

He said forever and always



O-oh ah-oh

And it rains in your bedroom

Everything is wrong

It rains when you're here

And it rains when you're gone

Cause I was there when you said

Forever and always



Was I out of line?

Did I say something way too honest

Made you run and hide

Like a scared little boy

I looked into your eyes

Thought I knew you for a minute

Now I'm not so sure



So here's to everything

Coming down to nothing

Used a silence

That cuts me to the core

Where is this going?

Thought I knew for a minute

But I don't anymore



And I stare at the phone

He still hasn't called

And then you feel so low

You can't feel nothing at all

And you flashback to when

He said forever and always



O-oh ah-oh

And it rains in your bedroom

Everything is wrong

It rains when you're here

And it rains when you're gone

Cause I was there when you said

Forever and always

You didn't mean it baby

I don't think so



Oh ho-oh



Oh, back up, baby, back up

Did you forget everything?

Back up, baby, back up

Did you forget everything?



Cause it rains in your bedroom

Everything is wrong

It rains when you're here

And it rains when you're gone

Cause I was there when you said

Forever and always



Oh, I stare at the phone

He still hasn't called

And then you feel so low

You can't feel nothing at all

And you flashback to when

We said forever and always



And it rains in your bedroom

Everything is wrong

It rains when you're here

And it rains when you're gone

Cause I was there when you said

Forever and always



You didn't mean it baby

You said forever and always, yeah

About Forever & Always

Taylor Swift's "Forever & Always" serves as a poignant centerpiece on her 2010 debut album, Fearless. Released during her early career, the track exemplifies the country-pop sound that defined her initial public breakthrough. The song explores themes of enduring love and the complexities of relationships, utilizing a melodic structure that became a signature element of her early discography. As a single from her first major studio release, it helped establish her reputation as a songwriter capable of crafting emotionally resonant narratives. The recording reflects the acoustic and piano-driven production styles prevalent in early 2010s country music, setting the stage for her subsequent evolution into pop and indie genres. Its enduring popularity highlights Swift's ability to create timeless anthems that resonate with listeners across generations.