Teardrops On My Guitar

About this song

Taylor Swift has said the song draws on her unrequited feelings for a classmate, Drew Hardwick. She explained that Drew often asked her for advice and date ideas for his girlfriend, and she would offer ideas for being a good friend to him. In 2015, Drew was arrested for child abuse.

What it's about

The song reflects on loving someone who doesn't feel the same way and who keeps coming to you for advice about his girlfriend.

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

Fun facts

• Sampled in 2 other songs, like “Black El Camino by Cold Hart”.
• Covered 4 times, including “Teardrops on My Guitar by KIDZ BOP Kids”.
• Written by Taylor Swift and Liz Rose.
• Produced by Nathan Chapman.
• Recorded at Sound Cottage.