Over the years, Taylor Swift [1] has dropped more than a few thoughtful one-liners, adding to her long list of quotable moments. Last year, for instance, Taylor called out the "sexist" critics [2] who say she only writes about romantic relationships. She said, "Frankly, I think that's a very sexist angle to take. No one says that about Ed Sheeran. No one says that about Bruno Mars. They're all writing songs about their exes, their current girlfriends, their love life, and no one raises a red flag there." Her compelling comments aren't the only thing making headlines these days, though, as she and boyfriend Calvin Harris continue to share sweet moments [3] together. Check out 13 of her most insightful, empowering quotes, then see the highlights of Taylor Swift's big year [4] so far!
On Perspective and Knowing Yourself
- "It's OK [5] that everything isn't OK all the time."
- "It's all about walking a tightrope between not being so fragile and breakable that they can level you with one blow, and being raw enough to feel it [6]."
- "It's nice to have some tricks [7] up your sleeve."
- "Music is the only thing that's ever fit me like that little black dress [8] you wear every single time you go out."
On Self-Confidence and Good Advice
- "If they don't like you for being yourself, be yourself [9] even more."
- "Once you think about it, aren't the people who are living their lives without worrying about other people's opinions having more fun [10] than those judging them?"
- "Silence speaks so much louder [11] than screaming tantrums. Never give anyone an excuse to say that you're crazy."
- "If you start thinking you've got it down, that's when you run into trouble [12]."
On Relationships
- "I think I am smart unless I am really, really in love, and then I am ridiculously stupid [13]."
- "I am so good alone. It's not sad [14]; it's not tragic."
- "When you take the other person out of the scenario and you're walking through life on your own [15], you end up figuring out what you actually like without anyone else's input."
- "I'm not too worried about whether I meet someone. I'm going to be happy [16] either way."
- "I think everyone should approach relationships from the perspective of playing it straight and giving someone the benefit of the doubt. Until he establishes that this is a game. And if it's a game, you need to win [17]. The best thing to do is just walk away from the table."
