"Look What You Made Me Do" is a song by Taylor Swift, released on August 24, 2017, as the lead single from her sixth studio album, Reputation (2017)
. The song features an electronic production blending electropop, dance-pop, progressive pop, and synth-punk, with elements of hip-hop and industrial music
. Lyrically, the song expresses themes of betrayal, vengeance, and empowerment. Swift sings about feeling wronged and how she has become stronger and more guarded as a result. Key lines include "I don't like your little games," "I've got a list of names and yours is in red, underlined," and the repeated chorus "Look what you made me do," which reflects her response to those who have hurt or betrayed her
. The song also contains a notable line, "The old Taylor can't come to the phone right now / Why? / 'Cause she's dead," symbolizing a new, tougher persona Swift adopted after public controversies
. The lyrics and tone have been widely interpreted as addressing Swift's public feuds and personal struggles, including references to celebrity conflicts and media scrutiny
. "Look What You Made Me Do" was a commercial success, debuting at number one on several charts including the UK Singles Chart, Irish Singles Chart, Australian ARIA Charts, Canadian Hot 100, and New Zealand charts
. The official lyric video and various performances of the song are available on platforms like YouTube and Spotify
. In summary, "Look What You Made Me Do" is a dark, vengeful pop anthem marking a shift in Taylor Swift's public image and musical style, reflecting her response to personal and professional challenges
