Introduction
“You Belong With Me” is a song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, released as the third single from her second studio album Fearless (2008). The song was written by Swift and Liz Rose, and produced by Nathan Chapman and Swift. It was released to radio on April 20, 2009, by Big Machine Records.
Swift was inspired to write “You Belong With Me” after overhearing a phone call between a male friend and his girlfriend. In the call, the girlfriend was upset and angry with her boyfriend, while he was defensive. Swift felt sorry for her friend and imagined herself as the “girl-next-door” who was in love with him. She wrote the song from the perspective of a girl who is in love with her best friend, who is in a relationship with another girl who doesn’t appreciate him.
The song is a classic example of a “girl-next-door” anthem. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has ever had a crush on someone who was already in a relationship. The song is catchy and upbeat, with a memorable chorus. It is no doubt one of Taylor Swift’s most popular songs.
“You Belong With Me” was a commercial success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and number one on the Hot Country Songs chart. It was certified seven-times platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The song’s music video, directed by Roman White, won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Female Video.