It’s no easy feat being the biggest superstar in the world, putting on show after show, night after night, to hundreds of thousands of fans—but somehow, Taylor Swift makes it look effortless. Being in the industry for over a decade means that the 35-year-old musician has seen quite a bit throughout her career. She’s been scrutinized by critics for everything from her music to her body to her romantic relationships and still, she’s managed to show up and continues to show the world that her tough skin is what has allowed her to get to where she is today. In need of a bit of wisdom and inspiration during some of your tougher days? Look no further. Here are a few of our favorite, most uplifting Taylor Swift quotes.
Taylor Swift quotes about standing up for yourself
It’s no secret that Swift has taken countless hits over the years, but the songstress has managed to bounce back every time, seemingly perfecting the art of knowing her worth. Here, some of our favorite quotes about living your truth, standing up for yourself and living life the way you please.
- “Grow a backbone, trust your gut, and know when to strike back. Be like a snake—only bite if someone steps on you.”
- “I still think it’s important to be polite, but not at all costs. Not when you’re being pushed beyond your limits, and not when people are walking all over you. I needed to get to a point where I was ready, able and willing to call out bull—t rather than just smiling my way through it.”
- “You get to a point where it’s like you can’t really do anything right, and people will pick on you for whatever decisions you make, so I just try and take no notice and get on with my music.”
- “You only have so much room in your life and so much energy to give to those in it. Be discerning. If someone in your life is hurting you, draining you, or causing you pain in a way that feels unresolvable, blocking their number isn’t cruel. It’s just a simple setting on your phone that will eliminate drama if you so choose to use it.”
Taylor Swift quotes about being yourself
One of the biggest messages put out there by the superstar is that of authenticity. With that in mind, here are some of her best quotes about staying true to who you are.
- “The worst kind of person is someone who makes someone feel bad, dumb or stupid for being excited about something. I don’t think you should ever have to apologize for your excitement. Just because something’s cliche doesn’t mean it’s not something that’s awesome.”
- “People are going to judge you anyway, so you might as well do what you want.”
Taylor Swift quotes about hard work and determination
Looking at the singer’s success, it’s something that can only be attributed to hard work and dedication. Here are a few of our favorite things she’s said about working hard.
- “There are going to be people along the way who will try to undercut your success or take credit for your accomplishments or your fame, but, if you just focus on the work and you don’t let those people sidetrack you, someday when you get where you’re going you’ll look around and you will know that it was you and the people who love you who put you there. And that will be the greatest feeling in the world.”
- “I’m intimidated by the fear of being average.”
- “Fearless is getting back up and fighting for what you want over and over again even though every time you’ve tried before you’ve lost.”
- “Never be ashamed of trying. Effortlessness is a myth. The people who wanted it the least were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it most are the people I now hire to work for my company.”
