Picture to Burn
Taylor Swift
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State the obvious, I didn't get my perfect fantasy I realize you love yourself more than you could ever love me So go and tell your friends that I'm obsessive and crazy That's fine! I'll tell mine You're gay By the way I hate that Stupid old pickup truck You never let me drive You're a redneck heartbreak Who's really bad at lying So watch me strike a match On all my wasted time As far as I'm concerned you're Just another picture to burn There's no time for tears, I'm just sitting here Planning my revenge There's nothing stopping me From going out with all of your best friends And if you come around saying sorry to me My daddy's gonna show you how sorry you'll be 'Cause I hate that Stupid old pickup truck You never let me drive You're a redneck heartbreak Who's really bad at lying So watch me strike a match On all my wasted time As far as I'm concerned you're Just another picture to burn If you're missing me, You'd better keep it to yourself 'Cause coming back around here Would be bad for your health 'Cause I hate that Stupid old pickup truck You never let me drive You're a redneck heartbreak Who's really bad at lying So watch me strike a match On all my wasted time In case you haven't heard I really really hate that Stupid old pickup truck You never let me drive You're a redneck heartbreak Who's really bad at lying So watch me strike a match On all my wasted time As far as I'm concerned you're Just another picture to burn Burn, burn, burn, baby, burn Just another picture to burn Baby, burn
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Written by: Liz Rose, Taylor Swift
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Album Release"Picture to Burn" is the fourth single from Taylor Swift's self-titled debut album, which was released in 2006.
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Song GenreThe song is a mix of country and pop, typical of Swift's early musical style.
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SongwritersSwift co-wrote "Picture to Burn" with Liz Rose, a prominent country music songwriter who has worked with many other artists.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song, directed by Trey Fanjoy, includes a humorous storyline where Swift and her friends spy on an ex-boyfriend.
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InspirationAs with many of Swift's songs, “Picture to Burn" is believed to have been inspired by a real-life relationship. The singer has not revealed who specifically inspired this song, but it's rumored to be about her high school boyfriend.
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Chart Performance"Picture to Burn" reached number three on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in the United States, marking her fourth consecutive top ten from her debut album.
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ControversyInitially, the lyrics included a line that some perceived as negative towards men, which was later changed for radio versions. Swift has since clarified that the song is about one specific person and not a general statement about all men.
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ApologyIn the music track, Swift apologizes to her ex-boyfriend's mother – a personal touch that emphasizes the kind of direct, confessional songwriting that she is known for.
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Live Performances"Picture to Burn" has been a part of the setlist of three of Swift’s tours: Fearless (2009–10), Speak Now (2011–12), and Reputation Stadium Tour (2018).
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CertificationsThe song has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for shipments exceeding a million copies in the United States.
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Evolution of Style"Picture to Burn," with its pronounced country influences, showcase how Swift's musical style has evolved since her debut. Today, Swift's music is more pop and indie folk-focused, highlighting her versatile music career.
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