Ever wonder if the stars had a hand in those awkward, sweet, sun-soaked moments of youth? Because listening to “Betty” feels like catching one of those endless summer days where time stretches out like a lazy river—and the harmonica and acoustic guitar practically paint the scene. It’s like being fifteen again, heart racing on a skateboard, passing by that one house and suddenly forgetting how to breathe. Thanks to today’s cosmic vibes, which have Mercury doing a little flirtatious dance with nostalgic nostalgia, it’s no surprise that this song taps deep into those flush-with-feelings teenage memories, no matter how many candles are on your birthday cake now. Somehow, Taylor Swift nailed that universal “Oh, snap—I remember that!” feeling without a single eye roll. Curious to dive deeper into this musical time capsule? LEARN MORE.
Keeping with the country theme, the harmonica and acoustic guitar in “Betty” make it feel like a long summer day, and the lyrics will make you feel like you’re in high school, no matter what age you are.
Summer lyric: “One time, I was ridin’ on my skateboard, when I passed your house, it’s like I couldn’t breathe”
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