DISCLAIMER, there WILL be unpopular opinions. I will warn you from now. (but at least the "fan fave" of this album did get top 10 so pls don't complain too much...)
Alright, these are becoming more exciting (for me at least) because Red is my 3rd fave album by TS!! This is probably the first Taylor album I ever heard in full, back in 2012!! The way I used to not really like this album, to ABSOLUTELY loving this album. Even my least faves tend to be not that bad here! It's such a cohesive and strong album, there's so much storytelling and it's a rollercoaster of emotions, and I love it! Also, if you're reading this, comment your fave colour below x
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19. The Lucky One - There's a certain melody in the first verse which reminds me of Lily Allen a bit LOL, and I love her so! But this one isn't really my fave tbh. I don't hate it at all but the chorus is probably the weakest from Red, this is where I actually prefer the verses.
18. Everything Has Changed (feat. Ed Sheeran) - It's funny because I would like this song a lot more 5-6 years ago, but honestly.. It's so Ed-like, it's not a fave of mine... But I love Taylor's delivery on the chorus. Ed? He can go.
17. Come Back... Be Here - Uhh I know some of y'all stan this so... sorry for it being lower? But I don't know, I feel the only thing I truly love about this one are the choruses. They're deff great, but other than that it's just an OK song!
16. We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together - This song is so basic LOL. I mean tbh... I have to be in the mood for it, and even then, it's the chorus that REALLY makes it. It's probably my least fave Red single, but I can appreciate it for what it is (or was). Also, I DO hate the video so maybe that kind of hinders my liking for this song...
15. 22 - Girl, why is this after All Too Well, I can't make up my mood! Anyway lawl, this is the song that finally fits the age I am!!1!!1 But yeah, it's a cute bop, but it's not a "FAVE" of mine. That chorus IS a guilty pleasure of mine though...
14. Girl at Home - This one is a cute bop! The lyrics are a bit interesting LOL, but we love her clocking that guy!
13. Starlight - LMAO I remember when I heard this back in 2012-2013, and I immediately stanned this bc of the beginning sounding so electropop-boppy.. I was like "OMG yes Taylor make a banger!!"... But then it slows down like??? But honestly I do actually enjoy this song a lot, I love that banging chorus.
12. State of Grace - Tbh I have a lot of appreciation for this song. It was such a weird/interesting song for me back in 2012, and right now I may not ALWAYS be in the mood to listen to it, but it's definitely a great opening, and an objectively great song.
11. Begin Again - I remember when I hated this back then omg... Probably because "ew slow country song". But I'm woke now, this song is so beautiful and pretty. But I DO believe that the chorus here is easily superior over the verses.
10. All Too Well - First of all DO NOT whine that this isn't #1, this is MY ranking not urs, and I still love it, so let me live. Back then I didn't think anything of this song, especially following a pop banger like IKYWT. But back then I was also a 13 year old who didn't really pay attention to details like that. And honestly, this song took me years to truly appreciate it, but it DOES deserve its "fan fave" title... I just love the emotion and passion she put into this, my favourite part is the bridge (?) where she sings her HEART out... Like I have to sing out loud when she goes "AND YOU CALL ME UP AGAIN JUST TO BREAK ME LIKE A PROMISE!"
9. Stay Stay Stay - LMAO the way y'all will drag me for putting this above ^... I mean, WHATEVER, I am known for hating your faves and loving your hated ones! I have actually loved this one since 2012 sksksksk, it's just SO cute. I love it, it's jolly, fun, danceable... It's like ME!, which I also don't hate, but we'll get to that one later!
8. The Moment I Knew - Oh yes, we love bitter and heartbroken Taylor... Jake Gyllenhaal, you FUCKED up big time! This song exudes so much emotion and drama which I love.
7. Holy Ground - I love this bop!! I love its fast-paced-ness, the bg vocals are so good, and it's a song with such a nice lovey message. Lover era is SHAKING!
6. I Knew You Were Trouble - Honestly, I'm pretty sure this was my favourite Taylor song back in 2012-2013.. This still BANGS though. Some haters may be like "ew, basic!" but it's a goddamn bop. We also love it birthing that goat meme LMAO
5. Sad Beautiful Tragic - Fun fact, this was probably the only "slow song" I loved from Taylor back in 2012... This one is just SO mesmerizing and captivating... I love how beautiful it is, and how well structured it is. Her vocals are so airy and light, the pleasant guitar takes me to a nice place... I can't ever focus on what the song's about with how gorgeous and enchanting this song is! AND ANOTHER AMAZING BRIDGE!!! I love how she sings "could you just try to listen?".
4. Treacherous - Ugh I absolutely adore this song. I love how she sings this song, I love the premise of the song... That bridge is PERFECT (take a shot every time I praise a Taylor bridge). I just can't believe I used to ignore this song back in the day!!
3. I Almost Do - I adore this one so much... Usually I'm not into songs that centre around "desperation" but this one is written in such a captivating and heart-tugging away, that I just LOVE coming back to this song. I love how she sings that chorus, it's SO beautiful.
2. The Last Time (feat. Gary Lightbody) - God, this one is SO so underappreciated, it hurts. It's another one I didn't use to care about years ago, but as of the last year or so, I've realised how beautiful and gorgeous this song... Their harmonies are PERFECT, the melodies are beautiful, and I adore those lyrics too. "This is the last time I'm asking you this, put my name at the top of your lips..."
1. Red - Ladies and gentlemen... One of my favourite Taylor songs EVER. M a s t e r p i e c e. So so epic. I love the descriptiveness, I love the emotion, the buildup, EVERYTHING. The way I blast this song UP when it comes on! (also no, my nickname isn't after this song/album, it IS a perfect coincidence that my favourite song on this album is named after my favourite colour..)
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