The Lakes (audio) - Taylor Swift Review

: The song evokes the Romantic era's aesthetics of nature, deep introspection, and the "sublime," mirroring the "tortured poet" trope.

Escape to the Idylls: A Poetic Analysis of "the lakes" Originally released as a bonus track on the deluxe edition of Taylor Swift's eighth studio album, folklore (2020), serves as a thematic cornerstone for her transition into indie-folk. The song acts as a "daydream," where Swift explores themes of escapism, literary heritage, and the preservation of her mental health away from the "cynical clones" of the public eye. 1. Literary Heritage and the Lake Poets

The song is deeply rooted in the history of , specifically referencing the 19th-century Romantic Lake Poets —William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Robert Southey.

: In a clever double entendre, Swift sings, "Tell me what are my words worth," directly referencing William Wordsworth . Swift was inspired by a visit to Wordsworth's grave, admiring his ability to "go away and keep writing" without subscribing to societal pressures.

: The lyrics mention Windermere , the largest natural lake in England and a central hub for the Romantic poets.

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