"22" is a song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift from her fourth studio album, Red (2012). Swift wrote the song with its producers Max Martin and Shellback. It was released as the album's fourth single on March 12, 2013, by Big Machine Records. Musically, "22" combines pop styles such as dance-pop and bubblegum pop with a disco production and pulsing synthesizers. The track begins with a twangy acoustic guitar riff and progresses into an upbeat refrain. The lyrics celebrate being 22 years old while acknowledging the heartache that the narrator experienced in the past. "22" became a cultural phenomenon resulting in the prominence of 22nd birthdays.[1][2] Show
Music critics complimented the single's catchy production and retrospectively considered it one of Swift's best pop songs. "22" peaked at number 20 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). It received platinum or higher certifications in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, peaking in the top 10 on the single chart in the lattermost country. The accompanying music video was shot in Malibu, California, depicting Swift having a house party with friends. Swift included the song in the set list of the Red Tour (2013–2014) and performed it live at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. A re-recorded version of "22", titled "22 (Taylor's Version)", was released as part of Swift's second re-recorded album Red (Taylor's Version) on November 12, 2021, by Republic Records. "22 (Taylor's Version)" peaked within the top 40 on singles charts of Australia, Canada, and Singapore; and peaked at number 52 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Background and release[edit]After writing her third studio album Speak Now (2010) entirely solo, Taylor Swift opted to collaborate with different songwriters and producers for Red. Thus, she called Max Martin and Shellback, two songwriters and producers whose work she admired, to discuss a possible collaboration. She told Billboard magazine: "For me, being 22 has been my favorite year of my life. I like all the possibilities of how you're still learning, but you know enough. You still know nothing, but you know that you know nothing. You're old enough to start planning your life, but you're young enough to know there are so many unanswered questions. That brings about a carefree feeling that is sort of based on in-decision and fear and at the same time letting loose. Being 22 has taught me so much".[3] The song was officially supposed to impact contemporary hit radio in the United States on March 5, 2013, before being pushed back by one week to March 12, 2013,[4] and in the UK on March 31, 2013.[5] An exclusive limited edition individually numbered CD single was also released exclusively to Swift's store on March 13, 2013, the same day the music video was released. The CD single was sold by itself or via an exclusive package with the Red Tour items and a T-shirt.[6][7] Composition and lyrics[edit]"22" is a pop,[8] disco,[9] bubblegum pop[10] and dance-pop[11] song lasting three minutes and 52 seconds. Annie Zaleski in the Cleveland Scene called it a "spunky '90s-rock gem".[12] According to The Boot, the song "is [an] essential part of her country years", despite "Swift's looming full pivot to pop music [being] obvious in [the song]".[13] The song is written in the key of G major with a tempo of 104 beats per minute.[14][15] Swift's vocals span one and a half octaves, between G3 and D5.[14] The song was written by Swift, along with Max Martin and Shellback, who helped her in writing and producing her previous hits "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" and "I Knew You Were Trouble". Critical reception[edit]"22" received positive reviews from critics. Idolator said "'22' is a thunderous pop track kicking off with a twangy acoustic guitar riff before a propulsive beat that evokes Katy Perry‘s 'Teenage Dream' drops to make way for verses that are cute and likeably bratty".[16] Digital Spy said ""We're happy free confused and lonely at the same time," Swift acknowledges over perky guitars, before launching into an earworm chant of "twenty twooo-oo-oo" that will stubbornly swirl around your head for hours on end. She may have already achieved more during her youth than most do in their lifetime, but with one more pop smash to add to her repertoire, it seems she's only just getting started.", giving the song four out of five stars.[17] Billboard said that it is "Swift's most blatantly pop song of her career", adding that:
Accolades[edit]Accolades for "22"
Music video[edit]The music video for "22" was filmed in February 2013, and premiered on March 13, 2013. It was directed by Anthony Mandler, who had previously directed the music video for Swift's "I Knew You Were Trouble".[21] The video, presented in a 4:3 aspect ratio format, shows Swift bouncing on trampolines, playing on the beach and having a house party with her friends. As of January 2022, the video has more than 600 million views on YouTube. The music video was shot in Malibu, California.[22] Actress Jessica Szohr cameos.[23] Live performances[edit]Swift first performed the song during her live webchat on August 13, 2012; the performance was later released during the holiday season.[when?] Also, she performed the song at Comic Relief on February 22, 2013, and for a private concert in France while on a boat which was broadcast on OFF.tv. She also performed the song on her third concert tour, The Red Tour, and on May 19, 2013, at the Billboard Music Awards.[24] Swift also performed the song on September 19, 2014 as part of her setlist at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. The song was also performed three times during the Reputation Stadium Tour, at the second show in Chicago, Illinois; the first show in Foxborough, Massachusetts, and the show in Sydney, Australia.[25] On December 8, 2019, Swift performed the song at Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball 2019 in London.[26] Chart performance[edit]Several songs from Red, including "22", charted in different countries due to strong digital sales following the release of the album. "22" debuted at number 44 on United States Billboard Hot 100 chart, as well as at number seven on Billboard Hot Digital Songs chart with sales of 108,000.[27] It later re-entered the Hot 100 at number 84 on the chart week of January 12, 2013. When it was again released as a single, it reentered the charts at number 64.[28] "22" also debuted at number 29 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 chart and peaked at number 20. It also managed to reach number nine on the UK Singles Chart.[29][30] It reached 2 million in sales by 2014.[31] As of November 2017, the song had sold 2.3 million copies in the United States.[32] Credits and personnel[edit]Adapted from Red album liner notes[33]
Charts[edit]Certifications[edit]"22 (Taylor's Version)"[edit]
Swift released a re-recorded version of "22", titled "22 (Taylor's Version)", as part of her second re-recorded album, Red (Taylor's Version). She posted a snippet of the song on her Instagram on August 5, 2021.[67] Red (Taylor's Version) was released on November 12, 2021, by Republic Records; it is part of Swift's move to claim the ownership to her master recordings after a public dispute with her former label Big Machine and talent manager Scooter Braun.[68] "22 (Taylor's Version)" was produced by Swift, Shellback, and Christopher Rowe.[69] In reviews of Red (Taylor's Version), some critics remarked that "22" was one of Swift's best pop songs.[70][71] In Slant Magazine, Jonathan Keefe commented that though the 2012 version was indiscernable from "what some other pop stars of the era were doing", the 2021 re-recorded version improved with a wistful tone.[72] "22 (Taylor's Version)" peaked within the top 40 of singles charts in Australia, Canada, and Singapore. It peaked at number 52 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and 30 on the Billboard Global 200. Personnel[edit]Adapted from Red (Taylor's Version) album liner notes[69]
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How old was Taylor Swift in 22nd song?In 2012, a 22-year-old Taylor Swift was “happy, free, confused, and lonely at the same time,” as she sang in her appropriately named, iconic hit “22.” And nearly 10 years later, a now-31-year-old Swift is revisiting those feelings, with the long-awaited rerelease of her beloved album, Red.
What year did Taylor Swift 22 come out?201222 / Releasednull
What age did Taylor write 22?The lyrics celebrate being 22 years old while acknowledging the heartache that the narrator experienced in the past. "22" became a cultural phenomenon resulting in the prominence of 22nd birthdays.
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22 (Taylor Swift song). What year was Taylor Swift 21?It has been more than 10 years since the award-winning artist turned 21. But fans are still bitter that Gyllenhaal stood her up. In December 2010, Swift celebrated her milestone birthday with her parents, close friends, band members, and crew at her family's home in Tennessee.
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