Does Taylor Swift really write her own songs

Does Taylor Swift write her own songs? Ahead of The Eras Tour in Sydney this Friday, we take a look at every song written solely by the global sensation.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour has well and truly taken over Australia, as Sydney fans ready themselves for four nights of music, friendship bracelets and the hottest ticket in the world right now.

Reaching 146 countries, The Eras Tour has had a major impact on the global economy grossing an estimated two billion dollars – coining the term “Swiftanomics.”

The Eras Tour has also given us insight into Swift’s life, with the pop sensation using her music to be vulnerable with her fans.

“I write these moments in time. The songs are written when I’m feeling what is discussed in the song. It’s all done when it’s happening,” Swift said.

“I would much rather my personal life be sung about. I think it’s nicer that way.”

Whether it’s the innocent days of her debut album Taylor Swift, the emotive songwriting in Speak Now, the rage of Reputation or the break up anthems in Midnights, the world can’t get enough of Taylor’s story telling. To celebrate her success, we take a look at every song Taylor is credited as writing solo.

Does Taylor Swift write her own songs and lyrics?

Back in January 2022, when asked a question about Taylor Swift’s impact as a songwriter, Damon Albarn, the frontman of Blur and the Gorillaz, told the LA times “She [Taylor] doesn’t write her own songs.”

In response Taylor wrote: “@DamonAlbarn I was such a big fan of yours until I saw this. I write ALL of my own songs. Your hot take is completely false and SO damaging. You don’t have to like my songs but it’s really f** up to try and discredit my writing. WOW.”

In fact, Swift has written or co-written every song in her discography, with the exception of several cover songs and two guest features, alongside some songs released by other artists.

She has also collaborated and co-written with many other songwriters and producers, including Liz Rose, Jack Antonoff, Max Martin, Shellback, Aaron Dessner, Ed Sheeran, Justin Vernon, Ryan Tedder and several more.

Taylor Swift’s Era from country singer to billionaire icon

Throughout the years, Taylor has shared behind-the-scenes footage of her and her collaborators working on songs together, voice notes from unfinished tracks and has spoken at length about her personal songwriting process.

Take a look at her iconic journey and legacy from country sweetheart to global sensation below.

But just in case you were wondering just how many of her own tracks she penned completely by herself, here’s a handy list of all the songs where Taylor is credited as the sole songwriter.

How many songs does Taylor Swift have?

In total, Taylor Swift has released 243 songs. We can also assume she’s written more than that because she keeps pulling more and more out of her vault.

List of songs Taylor Swift has written

Taylor Swift (2006)

‘The Outside’, ‘Should’ve Said No’, ‘Our Song’

Fearless (2008)

‘Fifteen’, ‘Love Story’, ‘Hey Stephen’, ‘You’re Not Sorry’, ‘Forever & Always’, ‘The Best Day’, ‘Change’, ‘Jump then Fall’, ‘The Other Side of the Door’, ‘Mr. Perfectly Fine (Taylor’s Version)’

Speak Now (2010)

All 14 tracks on the standard edition of the album, plus ‘Ours’ and ‘Superman’ from the deluxe version.

‘Electric Touch (Taylor’s Version)’, ‘When Emma Falls In Love (Taylor’s Version)’, ‘I Can See You (Taylor’s Version)’, ‘Castles Crumbling (Taylor’s Version)’, ‘Foolish One (Taylor’s Version)’, ‘Timeless (Taylor’s Version)’.

Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) is entirely self-written.

Taylor Swift released 'Red (Taylor's Version)' in 2012.

Red (2012)

‘State of Grace’, ‘Red’, ‘I Almost Do’, ‘Stay Stay Stay’, ‘Holy Ground’, ‘Sad Beautiful Tragic’, ‘The Lucky One’, ‘Starlight’, ‘Begin Again’, ‘The Moment I Knew’, ‘Girl at Home’, ‘Better Man (Taylor’s Version)’ (originally released by Little Big Town), ‘Nothing New (feat. Phoebe Bridgers) (Taylor’s Version)’

1989 (2014)

‘This Love’

Taylor Swift's album 'Reputation' release in 2017.

Reputation (2017)

Taylor co-wrote the tracks and collaborated on this album with Jack Antonoff, Max Martin and Shellback, as well as a few other producers and writers. One of the most famous behind-the-scenes clips that has been shared from the making of Reputation features Taylor and Jack sitting in a studio and writing ‘Getaway Car’ together.

Lover (2019)

‘Lover’, ‘Cornelia Street’, ‘Daylight’

Folklore (2020)

‘My Tears Ricochet’

Evermore (2020)

‘No Body, No Crime (feat. HAIM)’

Taylor Swift’s 10th studio album, Midnights, was released in October, 2022.

Midnights (2022)

‘Vigilante Shit’

Bonus Tracks

‘Christmas Tree Farm’, ‘Eyes Open’ (from The Hunger Games soundtrack), ‘Christmas Must Be Something More’ (from The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection), ‘I Heart ?’ (from Beautiful Eyes), ‘Today Was A Fairytale’ (from the Valentine’s Day soundtrack and later added to Fearless (Taylor’s Version))

What to expect at the Sydney Eras Tour

Ahead of Taylor Swift’s mammoth Eras Tour shows in Sydney, we’ve pulled together a one-stop guide with top tips to help you have the best experience. From last-minute outfit ideas to how to get to the concert at Accor Stadium.

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