Review: Speak Now
Taylor Swift’s third album, Speak Now, is a concept album that includes tracks that show her “tendency to run from love.” Maybe I’m not digging the concept behind a concept album, but the album sort of seemed like one run-on song. However, if you’re looking for those catchy, relatable songs that Swift often writes, then you won’t be disappointed. Swift’s talent shines in this 14-track album, with each song written entirely by her.
“Mean” has a very country feel with banjo and mandolin and contains lyrics reminiscent of “Picture to Burn.” Swift stayed true to her signature move of naming a guy on her album in “Dear John” which is rumored to be a ballad written about John Mayer. “Back to December” is rumored to be about her recent boyfriend Taylor Lautner. Swift’s music has matured, but the themes remain the same: love, heartbreak and growing up. Overall, the album is enjoyable. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll dance in your underwear… or maybe that’s just me.
