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Red (Taylor's Version)

Taylor Swift · 2021

130 min · 30 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rock · synth-pop

A rich tapestry of heartfelt storytelling woven through vibrant pop and country-infused melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling through melodies
  • cathartic emotional release moments
  • nostalgic reflections on past love
  • for road trip sing-alongs
  • varied pacing keeps engagement high

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy storytelling experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
heartbreak nostalgia· public disputes over masters· vibrant love stories
Career context
Released on November 12, 2021, 'Red (Taylor's Version)' marks Taylor Swift's second re-recorded album following the successful 'Fearless (Taylor's Version)'. This project comes after a tumultuous period involving public disputes over her master recordings, positioning Swift as a pioneer in artist rights advocacy.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Halsey· Lorde
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves — Shares vibrant storytelling and emotional depth through a blend of country and pop sounds.
Norman Fucking Rockwell! by Lana Del Rey — Explores themes of heartbreak and nostalgia with lush production and evocative lyrics.
By the Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile — Combines heartfelt narratives with rich melodies, delving into love and personal growth.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 State of Grace (Taylor’s version) 4:55
  • 2 Red (Taylor’s version) 3:43
  • 3 Treacherous (Taylor’s version) 4:02
  • 4 I Knew You Were Trouble (Taylor’s version) 3:39
  • 5 All Too Well (Taylor’s version) 5:29
  • 6 22 (Taylor’s version) 3:50
  • 7 I Almost Do (Taylor’s version) 4:04
  • 8 We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together (Taylor’s version) 3:13
  • 9 Stay Stay Stay (Taylor’s version) 3:25
  • 10 The Last Time (Taylor’s version) 4:59
  • 11 Holy Ground (Taylor’s version) 3:22
  • 12 Sad Beautiful Tragic (Taylor’s version) 4:44
  • 13 The Lucky One (Taylor’s version) 4:00
  • 14 Everything Has Changed (Taylor’s version) 4:05
  • 15 Starlight (Taylor’s version) 3:40
  • 16 Begin Again (Taylor’s version) 3:58

Disc 2

  • 1 The Moment I Knew (Taylor’s version) 4:45
  • 2 Come Back… Be Here (Taylor’s version) 3:43
  • 3 Girl at Home (Taylor’s version) 3:40
  • 4 State of Grace (acoustic version) (Taylor’s version) 5:21
  • 5 Ronan (Taylor’s version) 4:24
  • 6 Better Man (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 4:57
  • 7 Nothing New (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 4:18
  • 8 Babe (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 3:44
  • 9 Message in a Bottle (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 3:45
  • 10 I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 4:45
  • 11 Forever Winter (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 4:23
  • 12 Run (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 4:00
  • 13 The Very First Night (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 3:20
  • 14 All Too Well (10 minute version) (Taylor’s version) (from The Vault) 10:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata