Taylor Swift - All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version) Lyrics

All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version) track from Taylor Swift's 2023 album "1989 (Taylor's Version)". All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version) Song written by Taylor Swift, Max Martin and Produced by Taylor Swift, Christopher Rowe. The song was released on October 27, 2023.

All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version) Lyrics

(Hey, hey, hey)

(Hey, hey, hey)

(Hey, hey, hey)

(Hey, hey, hey)

People like you always want back

The love they gave away

And people like me wanna believe you

When you say you've changed

The more I think about it now

The less I know

All I know is that you drove us

Off the road

(Stay) Hey, all you had to do was stay

Had me in the palm of your hand, then

Why'd you have to go and lock me out when I let you in?

(Stay) Hey, now you say you want it back

Now that it's just too late, well, could've been easy

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was stay

Here you are now, calling me up

But I don't know what to say

I've been pickin' up the pieces

Of the mess you made

People like you always want back

The love they pushed aside

But people like me are gone forever

When you say goodbye

(Stay) Hey, all you had to do was stay

Had me in the palm of your hand, then

Why'd you have to go and lock me out when I let you in?

(Stay) Hey, now you say you want it back

Now that it's just too late, well, could've been easy

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay, stay, stay, stay, stay)

Let me remind you

This was what you wanted (Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh)

You ended it

You were all I wanted (Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh)

But not like this

Not like this, not like this

Oh, all you had to do was

(Stay) Hey, all you had to do was stay

Had me in the palm of your hand, then

Why'd you have to go and lock me out when I let you in?

(Stay) Hey, now you say you want it back

Now that it's just too late, well, could've been easy

All you had to do was

(Stay) Hey, all you had to do was stay

Had me in the palm of your hand, then

Why'd you have to go and lock me out when I let you in?

(Stay) Hey, now you say you want it back

Now that it's just too late, well, it could've been easy (All you had to do was stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay)

All you had to do was (Stay, ooh)

All you had to do was (Stay)

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Credits

Song Title: All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version)

Artist: Taylor Swift

Written By: Taylor Swift & Max Martin

Produced By: Taylor Swift & Christopher Rowe

Release Date: October 27, 2023

Music Label: Republic Records

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About

"All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version)" takes the fifth spot on Taylor Swift's re-recorded album, "1989 (Taylor's Version)," released on October 27, 2023, via Republic Records. Swift collaborated with Max Martin in both the writing and production of this emotionally charged track, showcasing her ability to convey heartbreak through powerful lyrics and melodies.

This song explores the aftermath of a breakup, capturing the conflicting emotions of longing and the realization that some doors once closed cannot be reopened.

Meaning

The lyrics of "All You Had To Do Was Stay" delve into the aftermath of a relationship and the impact of a decision to leave. The protagonist expresses the frustration and confusion of being shut out after investing so much in the relationship.

The repeated plea "All you had to do was stay" echoes the simplicity of what could have saved the relationship. The verses paint a vivid picture of the emotional aftermath, with the protagonist picking up the pieces of a shattered connection.

The bridge introduces a sense of empowerment, emphasizing that the decision to end the relationship was not mutual. The lyrics convey a realization that some choices are irreversible, and despite the desire for reconciliation, it's too late.

Overall, the song is a poignant reflection on the aftermath of heartbreak, capturing the raw emotions of love lost and the complexity of moving on. Swift's emotive delivery and relatable lyrics make "All You Had To Do Was Stay (Taylor’s Version)" a standout track on the reimagined "1989" album.

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