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Taylor explains a love lost like no other in this bop. Why does it Hit Different this time? And when was this song written? We break down and discuss as we are rapping up the Midnights Era! Just another song and a ranking to go, and we are all lined up for Speak Now!What did we miss? What would you like to hear from us?CONTACT THE PODCAST!Email – the13podcas ... Show More
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