Sep 8, 2009
Love Story
By Timothy R. Butler | Posted at 23:35:34
Is it just me, or is it extremely encouraging that a song that has been consistently sitting near the top of both country and A/C charts for the better part of the year alludes to two major pieces of literature, one of which forms the overarching conceit for the song?
Of course, it will be a sad day when a teacher gets an essay exam back with the answer to “Who was Romeo?” being “a character in a song by Taylor Swift.” Sad, but inevitable.
I don't like Taylor Swift because she has a weak voice, but that song is fantastic. That pre-chorus (to which you were referring) carries the whole song.
I liked that song when it first came out, but I think I have heard it so much that it has killed it for me.
Unfortunately, I believe that the day when a student may use this Taylor Swift song as the answer on an English/Literature exam is rapidly approaching.
Jason, it does have a good first verse. I didn't think her voice was too weak…
Danny, I know what you mean. I wish they didn't play songs to death. Especially if it is going to ruin literature too.