I Did Something Bad
Taylor Swift
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I never trust a narcissist But they love me So I play 'em like a violin And I make it look oh so easy 'Cause for every lie I tell them They tell me three This is how the world works Now all he thinks about is me I can feel the flames on my skin Crimson red paint on my lips If a man talks shit, then I owe him nothing I don't regret it one bit, 'cause he had it coming They say I did something bad Then why's it feel so good? They say I did something bad But why's it feel so good? Most fun I ever had And I'd do it over and over and over again if I could It just felt so good, good I never trust a playboy But they love me So I fly him all around the world And I let them think they saved me They never see it comin' What I do next This is how the world works You gotta leave before you get left I can feel the flames on my skin He says, "Don't throw away a good thing" But if he drops my name, then I owe him nothin' And if he spends my change, then he had it comin' They say I did something bad Then why's it feel so good? They say I did something bad But why's it feel so good? Most fun I ever had And I'd do it over and over and over again if I could It just felt so good, good It just felt so good They're burning all the witches, even if you aren't one They got their pitchforks and proof Their receipts and reasons They're burning all the witches, even if you aren't one So light me up (light me up), light me up (light me up) Light me up, go ahead and light me up (light me up) Light me up (light me up), light me up (light me up) Light me up (light me up), light me up (light me up) They say I did something bad Then why's it feel so good? They say I did something bad But why's it feel so good? Most fun I ever had And I'd do it over and over and over again if I could It just felt so good, good Oh, you say I did something bad Then why's it feel so good, good? So bad, why's it feel so good? Why's it feel, why's it feel so good? (Bad) It just felt so good, good
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Written by: KARL JOHAN SCHUSTER, MAX MARTIN, TAYLOR SWIFT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"I Did Something Bad" is a song from Taylor Swift's sixth studio album, "Reputation".
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Song InspirationThe song was inspired by criticisms Swift received about her relationships and personal life, prompting her to pen lyrics that express defiance towards the negative perceptions.
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CollaboratorsThe song was co-written by Taylor Swift and her longtime collaborators Max Martin and Shellback.
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Production CreditsBesides songwriting, Swift, Martin, and Shellback have also handled the song's production.
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Chart Performance"I Did Something Bad" peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised this song for its edgier, more complex sound compared to Swift's earlier work.
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Live PerformancesSwift performed "I Did Something Bad" live for the first time at the 2018 American Music Awards.
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Album RoleThe song plays a significant role in the thematic progression of "Reputation", signaling a shift from Swift's more innocent image to a darker, more mature persona.
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Unique SoundSwift uses a pitch-shifted vocal sample in the chorus to create a distinctive sound, showcasing her willingness to experiment with her music.
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Possible SubjectFans and critics have speculated that the song could be directed at Swift's ex-boyfriends or media who have negatively painted her love life.
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Self-ReflectionSwift has described "I Did Something Bad" as a reflection on how we perceive those who act against societal expectations.
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Featured InstrumentOne of the notable instruments used in the song is a vocoder, providing it a heavier, robust sound.
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Genre"I Did Something Bad" leans more towards electropop and synthetic pop, straying from Swift's country-pop roots.
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SalesAs of 2021, the song has sold over 500,000 digital copies in the United States alone.
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Award Nominations"I Did Something Bad" was nominated for Best Song at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2018.
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