Eyes Open
Taylor Swift · Other Songs - Taylor Swift
Everybody's watching
Even when you're sleeping
Keep your ey-eyes open
The tricky thing is yesterday
We were just children
Playing soldiers, just pretending
Dreaming dreams with happy endings
In backyards, winning battles
With our wooden swords
But now we've stepped into a cruel world
Where everybody stands and keeps score
Keep your eyes open
CHORUS
Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown
Everybody's watching to see the fallout
Even when you're sleeping, sleeping
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
So here you are, two steps ahead
And staying on guard
Every lesson forms a new scar
They never thought you'd make it this far
But turn around (turn around)
They've surrounded you it's a, a showdown
And nobody comes to save you now
But you've got something they don't
Yeah you've got something they don't
You've just gotta keep your eyes open
CHORUS
Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown
Everybody's watching to see the fallout
Even when you're sleeping, sleeping
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Keep your feet ready
Heartbeat steady
Keep your eyes open
Keep your aim locked
The night goes dark
Keep your eyes open
CHORUS
Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown
Everybody's watching to see the fallout
Even when you're sleeping, sleeping
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Keep your eyes open
Eyes Open
Eyes Open serves as a pivotal opening track on Taylor Swift's 2012 album, Red. The song marks a significant departure from her earlier country roots, showcasing a more mature and introspective sound that would define the album's eclectic nature. Musically, the recording blends driving percussion with a soaring melody, establishing an energetic yet emotional tone that sets the stage for the rest of the project. As the first single from the record, it highlights Swift's evolving songwriting capabilities during a transitional period in her career. The track remains a fan favorite for its dynamic arrangement and its ability to capture the intensity of sudden realization, solidifying its place within her extensive discography as a key moment in her shift toward pop sensibilities.