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Taylor Swift: I Knew It, I Knew You review
Full of handcrafted care and the rootsy soul of her country origins, this gently elated song is a reminder of what fans love about Swift … and the film series
TL;DR
- Taylor Swift wrote "I Knew It, I Knew You" for the Toy Story character Jessie, acknowledging Randy Newman's acclaimed work for the series.
- The song is described as a moment of gentle elation, functioning as an answer to "When She Loved Me."
- Swift's songwriting is noted for its nostalgic themes and tight construction, with lyrics like "toys are parachutes for the free fall of being younger."
- The song's organic instrumentation and handcrafted care are presented as a counterpoint to AI-generated music, with Jack Antonoff returning as producer.
- The review suggests the song could be interpreted as Swift acknowledging her country origins and her relationship with fans, especially in light of her previous album's reception.
- The article highlights the cyclical nature of the song's release, connecting Swift's childhood with that of her fans who will be watching the film with their own children.