Fans speculate that Taylor Swift references her past romance with John Mayer in the song “Manuscript” on the album “TTPD”

Taylor Swift has always been known for incorporating personal experiences and past relationships into her music, and fans believe she may have revisited her romance with John Mayer in her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department.”

In the song “The Manuscript,” which is the final track on the bonus version of the album, Swift sings about a relationship with a significant age gap. The lyrics hint at a young woman wishing she was older and reflecting on a past relationship that may have ended due to the age difference. Fans immediately drew parallels to Swift’s relationship with Mayer, which took place in 2009 when she was 19 and he was 32.

After her breakup with Mayer, Swift went on to date other older men before eventually dating people closer to her own age. The song “The Manuscript” touches on themes of wisdom beyond one’s years, age-inappropriate relationships, and the repercussions of those experiences.

Fans on social media quickly began speculating that Swift was referencing Mayer in the song, with many interpreting the lyrics as a subtle jab at their past relationship. Despite not confirming or denying these theories, Swift has a history of writing songs about past lovers, including Mayer.

This is not the first time Swift has addressed her relationships in her music. In previous albums, she has hinted at her romances with various celebrities, including Jake Gyllenhaal and Harry Styles. Fans have always been quick to decode Swift’s lyrics and connect them to her personal life, making her music even more relatable to her audience.

In her latest album, Swift also takes aim at her breakups with Joe Alwyn and Matty Healy, while addressing her feud with Kim Kardashian. The singer-songwriter continues to draw inspiration from her personal experiences, relationships, and struggles, making her music not only catchy but also deeply introspective and emotional.

Overall, Swift’s ability to weave personal stories into her music has cemented her status as one of the most relatable and influential artists in the industry. Fans will continue to dissect her lyrics and speculate about the inspirations behind her songs, adding another layer of intrigue to her already captivating discography.