I'm Only Me When I'm With You

About this song

It is the twelfth song on the bonus track version of Taylor Swift's debut self-titled album. The video features Abigail and other friends and family of Swift, and it has a laid-back setting that shows a more family-oriented side of her.

What it's about

The song is about Swift and her best friend Abigail Anderson, and how well they know each other and feel free to be themselves together. It speaks to the ease of their friendship.

Summary written with AI, based on the song's page on Genius.

Fun facts

• Covered 2 times, including “I’m Only Me When I’m With You (Live) by The Summer Set”.
• Written by Angelo Petraglia, Robert Ellis Orrall and Taylor Swift.
• Produced by Angelo Petraglia and Robert Ellis Orrall.
• Recorded at Abtrax Recording.