London Boy

About this song

The song interpolates the rhythm of Cautious Clay's "Cold War." It is notable for making Clay only the second artist ever interpolated on one of Swift's songs, after Right Said Fred on "Look What You Made Me Do."

What it's about

The song is most likely an ode to Swift's boyfriend at the time of its release, British actor Joe Alwyn. It shares some of the memorable experiences she has enjoyed while mostly staying out of the public eye during their relationship.

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

Fun facts

• Covered once, including “London Boy by Rachael Evangeline”.
• Written by Sounwave, Cautious Clay, Jack Antonoff and Taylor Swift.
• Produced by Sounwave, Jack Antonoff and Taylor Swift.