Surprising Twist: Taylor Swift Alters Lyrics in ‘Better Than Revenge’ Song!
Taylor Swift is days away from releasing her re-recorded Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) album. Needless to say, fans are absolutely thrilled. The anticipation is high, and many are speculating about what surprises Swift has in store for them. One particular detail that caught fans’ attention is the fact that the updated version of “Better Than Revenge” appears to be three seconds longer than the original.
Initially, fans speculated that the extended length might be attributed to Swift including the iconic opening line from her Speak Now World Tour performances: “Leave a message, make it hot.” However, recent theories suggest that Swift may have made changes to one of the song’s more controversial lyrics: “She’s better known for the things that she does on the mattress.”
On iTunes, when searching for the line preceding this controversial lyric, “She’s not a saint and she’s not what you think / She’s an actress,” it leads fans to “Better Than Revenge (Taylor’s Version).” However, the modified lyric about the mattress only directs users to the original version. This discrepancy has left many fans intrigued and eager to uncover any potential alterations Swift may have made.
Originally released in 2010, “Better Than Revenge” has sparked debates over the years due to its perceived internalized misogyny and criticisms directed at Joe Jonas’ then-girlfriend. Despite the controversy surrounding the song, it has remained a fan favorite, with many appreciating the fiery energy and unapologetic attitude it embodies.
As the release date approaches, fans are buzzing with excitement and speculation. While the exact changes to the song remain a mystery until the album drops, fan reactions have been pouring in on social media. Here are a few tweets reflecting the diverse range of opinions:
“she probably didn’t, but if she did i’m gonna be real skeptical as to why she made this decision”
– @everhero13
“i feel like it’s gonna be the intro to what she had on the Speak Now tour for the song”
– @marvelswift30
The anticipation continues to build as fans eagerly await the release of Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) and the opportunity to uncover any surprises that Swift has in store. With speculation running high, it seems that the re-recording of “Better Than Revenge” is just one of many exciting elements fans can look forward to experiencing when the album finally drops.
