I Did Something Bad

Taylor Swift

About I Did Something Bad

"I Did Something Bad" is a song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift from her sixth studio album Reputation (2017). The song is written by Swift and its producers Max Martin and Shellback. She performed the song at the Reputation Stadium Tour and 2018 American Music Awards.


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2017
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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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Taylor Swift

Taylor Alison Swift is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Raised in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 14 to pursue a career in country music. more »

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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".
Song Inspiration
The 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.
Collaborators
The song was co-written by Taylor Swift and her longtime collaborators Max Martin and Shellback.
Production Credits
Besides songwriting, Swift, Martin, and Shellback have also handled the song's production.
Chart Performance
"I Did Something Bad" peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised this song for its edgier, more complex sound compared to Swift's earlier work.
Live Performances
Swift performed "I Did Something Bad" live for the first time at the 2018 American Music Awards.
Album Role
The 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.
Unique Sound
Swift uses a pitch-shifted vocal sample in the chorus to create a distinctive sound, showcasing her willingness to experiment with her music.
Possible Subject
Fans and critics have speculated that the song could be directed at Swift's ex-boyfriends or media who have negatively painted her love life.
Self-Reflection
Swift has described "I Did Something Bad" as a reflection on how we perceive those who act against societal expectations.
Featured Instrument
One of the notable instruments used in the song is a vocoder, providing it a heavier, robust sound.
Genre
"I Did Something Bad" leans more towards electropop and synthetic pop, straying from Swift's country-pop roots.
Sales
As of 2021, the song has sold over 500,000 digital copies in the United States alone.
Award Nominations
"I Did Something Bad" was nominated for Best Song at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2018.

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