Taylor Swift Apologizes to Ex-Boyfriend Taylor Lautner Through New Song

By Rebecca Macatee Posted Oct 12th 2010 02:05PM

Remember when Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner were first spotted together? It didn't take long before the blonde country cutie and the handsome, jacked-up werewolf became Hollywood's newest it couple. We all got caught up in their teenage love story, but as we know, the two decided to be "just friends" back in December 2009.

Their short-lived courtship did result in some endearingly witty 'SNL' shout-outs to one another, a slew of tabloid covers and, evidently, a song on Swift's upcoming album, 'Speak Now.'

We think it's safe to say the song 'Back to December' is about Swift's relationship with Lautner.

"'Back to December' is a song that addresses a first from me in that I've never apologized to someone in song before," Swift said as she introduced a preview clip of the song. "Whether it be good or bad or an apology, the person I wrote this song about deserves this. This is about a person who was incredible to me, just perfect to me in a relationship, and I was really careless with him. So, this is a song full of words that I would say to him that he deserves to hear."

Here are the lyrics to the portion of the song Swift previewed:

This is me swallowing my pride,

Standing in front of you saying I'm sorry for that night,

And I go back to December all the time.

It turns out freedom ain't nothing but missing you,

Wishing I'd realized what I had when you were mine,

I go back to December, turn around and make it all right.

Now, let's take a closer look at these heartfelt words. Although the Taylors officially announced their split later in December, rumor has it the night they broke things off was Dec. 13, Swift's twentieth birthday. Lautner had flown to Nashville to celebrate the occasion. Swift was surrounded by her family and friends and reportedly felt smothered by Lautner's sudden surprise visit.

He'd been traveling near and far to spend time with his 'Valentine's Day' co-star, but Swift hadn't been putting the same level of effort into their relationship. That night, Swift told Lautner she didn't see things going anywhere and thought it was best to end their relationship.

It looks like Swift has since had a change of heart and realized she took Lautner for granted. It's easy to believe the actor who plays beloved Jacob Black in the 'Twilight Saga' would be the ultimate nice guy/perfect boyfriend in real life, and from Swift's lyrics, it looks like it's true.

So here's our question: Now that Swift has realized the "freedom" she thought she wanted is "nothing but missing [Lautner]," is a reconciliation possible?

We're used to Swift singing about the guys who've screwed her over, so admitting she's the one at fault in this failed relationship is a first for her. Now that she's put it out there and swallowed her pride, can Lautner "make it all right"?

We really hope this song leads to the return of Taylor-squared. We're also looking forward to Swift's song about Joe Jonas dumping her over the phone! Sing it, girl!

Tags: taylor lautner, taylor swift

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Tuesday 12 October

By habiger75

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That's very nice. It's hard when a relationship ends. Some times its both partys fault, but some times its just one person. None of us know what its like to be in either of these two kids shoes. Good on you girl. Sounds like both of them are good people.

By Nico Toscani

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Her lyrics have the depth of a puddle, her voice the melody of fingernails on a chalkboard. She is as graceful as a newborn giraffe and as beautiful as a cross eyed ferret.

By aiwanquans

Very true. If Colbie Caillat, a lovely girl with better singing skills than Swift, can't get past the audition round at Idol, how on earth could an off key singer like Taylor?I love this , So does My boyfriend .he is almost 11year older than me .i met him via agegapsingl es.c 'om a nice place for seeking age le ss love.which gives you a chance to make your life better and open opportunities for you to meet the attractive young girls and treat you like a king. Maybe you wanna check it out or tell your friends.. Just love it

Wednesday 13 October

By Julio

Very nice. What are you nuts? You apologize in person not in a song. That apology could be for anyone, including a fictional someone she has on her mind. I say, pick up the phone and say you're sorry. Guess her parent's didn't teach her much.

Sunday 17 October

By Lenn

Julio,
Use your head. He probably DID apologize to him like that. Just because she dedicated a whole freaking song to him in order to say sorry doesn't mean she didn't also do it in person. Honestly--just because you don't see something doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Your parents sure didn't teach you much.

Monday 18 October

By KR

Ah yes, more bopper lyrics from the queen of bumpkin bubblegum. Does she ever sing on key? Whoever her manager and promoter are...geniuses!!

By Wendy

Nice song, Taylor Lautner should like it and also like the distinction of being the first guy she didn't get even with in her lyrics.

By Danielle

is it unhealthy that I feel extreme jealousy when I hear of Taylor Lautner having a girlfreind? I mean I get realy angry and upset:/

By jene

Taylor does have a song about Joe Jonas. It's on her last album, Fearless. It's called "Forever and Always."

By Diana

First skinny sister can't sing and all her tunes sound the same. Second she hung Lautner out there to dry, I don't think he's appeared in public with another girl since. So I don't think Swift needs to sing about White Horses when she's sporting a black hat. aka he's to good for her.

By nodevout

could it be that all her songs sound the same because they are sung by the same person?! *eyeroll* Metuh duh! And that shes a country artist, which all sound the same....honestly...

By Leah

Please don't use the word "artist" in the same sentence as Taylor Swift. This HACK couldn't sing her way out of a bag.

By Lala

LOL you are right she cannot sing and she looks strange too. He is way to good for her. Did you see her act in that movie, she looked like an aerheaded idiot. I bet Lautner wanted to break up with her, there are a lot more girls that are way cute plus she older than him, is she a cougar?? Isn't he like 18 and she is what 23??

By elisabeth

in response that said she looked like an airheaded idiot in valentines day

her character was supposed to be an airhead, she played the part the way it was written. you are a moron.

By sarah

@lala, first of all, you spelled 'airhead' wrong....
second, taylor s is 20, talor l is 18. not that much of a difference if you ask, uhhh, anyone?

Thursday 12 May

By Donna

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Your gay. Taylor.S is amazing and you should go die.

By sherrie taylor

How did taylor swift make it as a singer? She can not sing!!!!!my goodness!!! What is happening to real talented singers!!! Where are they? Swift is not one of them!!

By DISGUSTED

SHE MAKES ME WANNA PUKE! THAT HAIR , RED LIPS AND SCALLOWING VOICE. EWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW

Monday 08 November

By Kbaby

Gahh u annoy me. She is a great singer. Your just jealous you cant be like her!

Thursday 16 December

By Elusive

She's not the best singer but she's a great songwriter. Are you a good singer? If not, you have no right to judge her singing.

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