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Taylor Swift 'Red' Lyrics: Which Old Flames Does She Refuse to Name?

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John Mayer and Jake Gyllenhaal aren't the only ones who should be scared. It seems the subjects of Taylor Swift's songs reach nearly every man she's ever met! However, the music superstar has chosen to keep the identity of her muses to herself.

"I'm sharing so much with so many people that it's kind of cool to have secrets," she tells The Boot. "I just always get to know that no matter how many details are addressed in the song or how many dots are connected by people, or dots people think they're connecting, I always have that."

Since Taylor won't tell, we've chosen a few tunes that we'd like to know your theories on. Take a look at each song's lyrical hints below and vote for whom you think the tracks are about.

"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"

I'm really gonna miss you picking fights / And me, falling for a screaming that I'm right / And you, will hide away and find your peace of mind with some indie record that's much cooler than mine

Don't stop at the "indie record" line and immediately assume it's John Mayer. The indie rock-loving Jake Gyllenhaal was spotted in Nashville after his breakup with Taylor ... possibly trying to get back together? Or this could even be someone the singer-songwriter was able to keep away from the press.

Who do you think 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' is about?



"Begin Again"

He didn't like it when I wore high heels / But I do / Turn the lock and put my headphones on / He always said he didn't get this song / But I do, I do

Taylor is 5'11". It wouldn't take more than a kitten heel to make her taller than the six-foot Jake. She'd have to wear her tallest Choos to meet John's 6'3" height. As for her rumored new beau, Conor Kennedy, he looks to be a good head taller than his famous squeeze.

Who do you think 'Begin Again' is about?



"All Too Well"

I walked through the door with you / It was cold, but something 'bout it felt like home somehow and I / Left my scarf there at your sister's house / And you still got it in your drawer even now

This one may have just been handed to us on a platter. It also mentions "Autumn leaves" and "getting lost upstate." Taylor and Jake dated in the fall of 2010 and were spotted going on an apple picking date in upstate New York. She spent Thanksgiving with him at his sister, Maggie Gyllenhaal's house. And the line about the "kid with glasses"? This picture seals the deal for us. But you decide!

Who do you think 'All Too Well' is about?



"Treacherous"

Put your lips close to mine / As long as they don't touch / Out of focus, eye to eye / Till the gravity's too much / And ill do anything you say / If you say it with your hands / And I'd be smart to walk away But you're quicksand

If any of Taylor's famous flames is romantic quicksand, it's probably John Mayer ... at least the pre-hiatus John. Plus there's the mention of "gravity" -- the title of one of the biggest songs of his career. Then again, the flame in this song may not even be famous.

Who do you think 'Treacherous' is about?



"Holy Ground"

I was reminiscing just the other day / While having coffee all alone / And Lord, it took me away / Back to a first glance feeling on New York time / Back when you fit my poems like a perfect rhyme

Jake is New York-based, but don't jump to conclusions too fast. She is "reminiscing" and could be reflecting back several years to another Big Apple-dwelling BF, Joe Jonas. Plus her memories of the ex in this song are happy, and we're pretty sure she's not so happy with Jake!

Who do you think 'Holy Ground' is about?



Watch The Boot's Interview With Taylor
Taylor Swift - The Boot Interview


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Tina miller

talyor swif is a good persion stop with the negitive attude

December 04 2012 at 2:43 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
RealCountry

It's clearly obvious that she's the problem in her relationships. Coming from an affluent family turns you into a spoiled b**ch.

October 30 2012 at 7:47 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Melanie

The real reason she isn't TELLING who the songs are about is because they would sue the **** out of her for defamation of character.

October 27 2012 at 8:11 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Melanie

Ok, really, who gives a ****? If I had the opportunity, I could write some stupid ass break-up songs too about some of the low-life men I've dated. Big deal. Get over this ****, please. No one cares who the songs are about.

October 27 2012 at 8:10 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
dayvidwillis

I have NEVER understood this girl's popularity! In the entire scheme of things as relates to the music industry, she sounds like a 10 years old singing songs for 5 year olds.
She is NOT ugly but certainly not what I'd call pretty. Her facial features are out of proportion, eyes too far apart,, mouth too protruding and somebody needs to redo her makeup, those cat eyes went out in the 50's. I would never buy her "music", and most certainly never go to her concerts, not even if given a free ticket. I prefer people with musical talent.
I'm guessing her popularity comes from the teens relating to the ups and downs of her love life which she sings about in her songs.

October 24 2012 at 6:22 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
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Lisa

Actually, the "cat-eye" is very popular right now - check out mascara commercials or fashion mags.

October 24 2012 at 7:26 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Mare

I feel sorry for anyone who dates her... Her albums are #1 because the tweens don't yet know what good music is!!! I have seen her is concert and it was really awlful..

October 24 2012 at 4:41 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
RomildaVane

She needs to get her head out of 1963, and stop the nonsense of ascribing relationships as being the sole responsibility of the male. It truly does take two to Tango... :+/

October 24 2012 at 4:08 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Karine

Comment ? What comment ? fors omeone that can not hold a tune? Nahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

October 24 2012 at 4:06 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
mscindy9432

to many boyfriend and i hope she used protection cause a person her age shouldn't have sex with every guy she dated..but kids today who knows.i can't listen to her songs cause her voice is awful to me

October 24 2012 at 3:52 PM Report abuse +1 rate up rate down Reply
captaincook69

Its music to enjoy--- Some stories but who cares.. Shes an entertainer and thats why we listen,. Its music Entertainment ...If you don"t like it, just shut it off. You have the contriol button ... Captan Cook 69

October 24 2012 at 3:48 PM Report abuse -1 rate up rate down Reply

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