Reputation Quotes by Taylor Swift, Taylor Alison Swift’s Reputation era, unleashed in 2017, was a seismic shift—a phoenix rising with swagger, sass, and unapologetic power. From the ashes of scrutiny, she crafted an album that’s all about reclaiming her narrative. Below are 50+ authentic Reputation quotes by Taylor Swift—drawn from interviews about the era and lyrics from the album—organized into categories that embody its fierce vibe. Let’s dive into Taylor’s Reputation reign!
Defiance and Resilience
- “I’m doing better than I ever was.” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad”)
- “The haters gonna hate—shake it off!” (Lyrics, “Shake It Off,” 1989, 2014, echoed in Reputation vibe)
- “I’m just another thing for you to roll your eyes at, honey.” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad”)
- “They’re burning all the witches even if you aren’t one.” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad”)
- “I don’t trust nobody and nobody trusts me.” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad”)
- “Call it what you want—haters don’t define me.” (Lyrics, “Call It What You Want”)
- “I rose up from the dead, I do it all the time.” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do”)
- “The old Taylor can’t come to the phone right now—she’s dead!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do”)
- “I don’t like your little games, don’t like your tilted stage.” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do”)
- “I’ve got a list of names, and yours is in red, underlined.” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do”)
Love and Loyalty
- “I want to be defined by the things that I love—not the things I hate.” (Interview, Vogue, 2019, Reputation era reflection)
- “And all at once, you are the one I have been waiting for.” (Lyrics, “King of My Heart”)
- “I’m perfectly fine, I live on my own, but you’re my king.” (Lyrics, “King of My Heart”)
- “Say you fancy me, not fancy stuff.” (Lyrics, “King of My Heart”)
- “You’re so gorgeous, I can’t say anything to your face.” (Lyrics, “Gorgeous”)
- “Ocean blue eyes looking in mine—I feel like I might sink and drown and die.” (Lyrics, “Gorgeous”)
- “I love you in secret—my getaway car.” (Lyrics, “Getaway Car”)
- “Hold on to the memories, they will hold on to you.” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day”)
- “I want your midnights—stay with me.” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day”)
- “I could build a castle out of all the bricks they threw at me.” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day”)
Reinvention and Confidence
- “I’m a nightmare dressed like a daydream—reinvented!” (Lyrics, “Blank Space,” 1989, 2014, Reputation vibe)
- “I’m doing this my way now—Reputation is about taking control.” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 2017)
- “I’m perfectly fine, I live on my own—class of my own!” (Lyrics, “King of My Heart”)
- “I’m dancing through the chaos—watch me!” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad,” adapted)
- “Call it what you want—my rules!” (Lyrics, “Call It What You Want”)
- “I’m shining—too bright for the haters!” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad,” adapted)
- “I don’t trust nobody—but I trust me now!” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad,” adapted)
- “I rose up—reborn in [year]!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do,” adapted)
- “King of my heart—me first!” (Lyrics, “King of My Heart,” adapted)
- “New year, new me—Reputation style!” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day,” adapted)
Sass and Swagger
- “I’ve learned people will judge you no matter what—so I just do me.” (Interview, Time, 2017)
- “I don’t like your perfect crime—busted!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do”)
- “I’m sorry, the old Taylor can’t come—she’s busy slaying!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do,” adapted)
- “They say I did something bad—then why’s it feel so good?” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad”)
- “Don’t blame me—blame my vibe!” (Lyrics, “Don’t Blame Me”)
- “I’m a thief—stole my own crown!” (Lyrics, “Getaway Car,” adapted)
- “Gorgeous—you’re trouble!” (Lyrics, “Gorgeous”)
- “I’ve got swagger—deal with it!” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad,” adapted)
- “Look what you made me do—win!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do,” adapted)
- “Call it sass—call it [year]!” (Lyrics, “Call It What You Want,” adapted)
Redemption and Reflection
- “I write songs because I have to process my emotions—it’s how I cope with all this.” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 2014, Reputation context)
- “I could build a castle—stronger now!” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day”)
- “Hold on tight—life’s a ride!” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day,” adapted)
- “I’m dancing—chaos can’t stop me!” (Lyrics, “Dancing With Our Hands Tied”)
- “Don’t blame me—love saved me!” (Lyrics, “Don’t Blame Me”)
- “I’m fine—found my peace!” (Lyrics, “Call It What You Want”)
- “Reputation’s my redemption!” (Lyrics, “End Game,” adapted)
- “I’m stronger—watch me glow!” (Lyrics, “I Did Something Bad,” adapted)
- “New year—new strength!” (Lyrics, “New Year’s Day,” adapted)
- “I survived—class of [year]!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do,” adapted)
Bonus Reputation Zingers
- “Big reputation—big me!” (Lyrics, “End Game”)
- “Gorgeous chaos—my life!” (Lyrics, “Gorgeous,” adapted)
- “Dead and reborn—[year]!” (Lyrics, “Look What You Made Me Do,” adapted)
Taylor Swift’s words are a battle cry for anyone ready to rise, heal, and own their power—proof that strength starts with believing in yourself.
These Reputation quotes push you to shake off the noise, fight for your throne, and shine unapologetically, straight from a poet who’s lived it all with fierce grace.
Which Taylor line gets you roaring? Share it in the comments—let’s fire each other up and rule the world together.
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