Bitter Crimson

## Track Listing

Bitter Crimson is the ninth track featured on the album "Bittersweet," released on January 17, 2027. As the second lead single released, following "Eternal Glow," the song garnered attention for its evocative lyrics and musical arrangement.

The accompanying music video for"Bitter Crimson, complemented the song's narrative with visual storytelling. Characterized by striking cinematography and symbolic imagery, the video aimed to enhance the listener's experience and interpretation of the song.

The music video, coupled with the song's exploration of universal themes such as love and resilience, resonated with a diverse audience. Over time, "Bitter Crimson" continued to be recognized within the music industry, inspiring cover versions and discussions on its cultural impact.

## Background

Leading up to its release, "Bitter Crimson" generated anticipation through teasers and promotional material, offering glimpses into the thematic depth of the song. Upon its release, the song received positive reviews from critics who praised its lyrical content, vocal delivery, and overall production quality. The track's success contributed to the overall reception of the "Bittersweet" album, positioning it as a noteworthy addition to Taylor's discography.

## Lyrics

(Verse 1)
City lights, where love unfolds,
Fleeting moments, stories that were told.
In the wrong choices we dive,
A twisted dance, emotions on overdrive.
Lost in a maze of whispers and regret,
Underneath the city lights, a love we can't forget.

(Pre-Chorus 1)
Danced beneath a fading sunset's hue,
Bitter crimson twilight painting me and you.
Lost in the labyrinth of your touch,
Clinging to moments that meant so much.
Life's rollercoaster, emotions like a tidal sea,
Yet time can't stop me quite like you did to me.

(Chorus)
And it's like whispers in the night,
Weird, but undeniably right.
Can I ask you a question, in the silence so loud?
Did you ever feel a kiss, draw a mocking crowd?
Cheers turned to applause, a strange delight,
Fifteen seconds later, in the spotlight.
Then what crossed your mind, what did you do?
Leave in the night, wish you'd seen it through?
When she said it was too much,
Do you yearn for that lost touch?
Just a question, bitter crimson.

(Verse 2)
Eyes like a half-moon, caught by surprise,
Realizing time slipped, a moment's demise.
Wrong choices, a tangled state,
Twisted nights, where love and fate abate.
Politics and roles, a tangled debate,
Not sure where we stand, caught in the wait.
Swept away in the gray, a conversation overdue,
In the shadows of our secrets, love anew.

(Pre-Chorus 2)
Held on tight to a fading silhouette,
Bitter crimson echoes whispered a regret.
Searching for meaning in your gaze,
Caught in the maze of our tangled days.
Smile, a contest won, a disguise,
To hide the truth behind these eyes.

(Chorus)
Now it's like whispers in the breeze,
Weird, but stirring hearts with ease.
Can I ask you a question, under the city lights?
Did you ever feel a kiss, ignite the nights?
Cheers turned to applause, a strange delight,
Fifteen seconds later, in the spotlight.
Then what crossed your mind, what did you do?
Leave in the night, wish you'd seen it through?
When she said it was too much,
Do you yearn for that lost touch?
Just a question, bitter crimson.

(Bridge)
Does it feel like second-best after a meteor's fall?
Heard whispers, are you still with her after all?
Nice and suitable, that's the word,
But tonight, does it feel unheard?

(Chorus)
Can I pose a question in the quiet air?
Did you ever feel a kiss, a moment rare?
Cheers turned to applause, a strange delight,
Fifteen seconds later, in the spotlight.
Then what crossed your mind, what did you do?
Leave in the night, wish you'd seen it through?
When she said it was too much,
Do you yearn for that lost touch?

Just a question, bitter crimson.