Welcome to New York

Taylor Swift

About Welcome to New York

"Welcome to New York" is a song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. It was released as the second promotional single on October 20, 2014 from Swift's fifth album, 1989. Swift donated all proceeds from the sale of the single to the New York City Department of Education.


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2014
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Walkin' through a crowd, the village is a glow
Kaleidoscope of loud heartbeats under coats
Everybody here wanted somethin' more
Searchin' for a sound we hadn't heard before
And it said

Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York
Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York

It's a new soundtrack I could dance to this beat, beat forevermore
The lights are so bright but they never blind me, me
Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York

When we first dropped our bags on apartment floors
Took our broken hearts, put them in a drawer
Everybody here was someone else before
And you can want who you want
Boys and boys and girls and girls

Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York
Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York

It's a new soundtrack I could dance to this beat, beat forevermore
The lights are so bright but they never blind me, me
Welcome to New York (New York!)
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York

Like any great love, it keeps you guessing
Like any real love, it's ever-changing
Like any true love, it drives you crazy
But you know you wouldn't change anything, anything, anything

Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York
Welcome to New York
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York, welcome to New York

It's a new soundtrack I could dance to this beat
The lights are so bright but they never blind me
Welcome to New York
New soundtrack
It's been waitin' for you
Welcome to New York
The lights are so bright but they never blind me
Welcome to New York
So bright, they never blind me
Welcome to New York
Welcome to New York

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Alison Swift is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Raised in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 14 to pursue a career in country music. more »

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Written by: RYAN TEDDER, TAYLOR SWIFT

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"Welcome to New York" is the opening track from Taylor's fifth studio album, "1989," which was released in 2014.
Song Inspiration
The song was inspired by Swift's move to New York City. She felt a liberating sense of anonymity and independence, which she captured in the song.
Songwriting Credits
Taylor Swift co-wrote the song with Swedish songwriter and producer Max Martin, and Shellback.
Sales Success
Since its release, "Welcome to New York" has been certified Gold in the US by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over 500,000 units.
Charitable Causes
Taylor Swift announced in November 2014 that she would donate all proceeds from the sales of the single to New York City Public Schools.
Gay Rights Inspiration
Taylor Swift has stated that "Welcome to New York" was inspired by the same-sex couples she noticed in The Big Apple, expressing that she loves how open the city is.
Studio Recording
The song was recorded in MXM Studio, Los Angeles, United States.
Critic Reviews
The song received mixed reviews from music critics, some praised its synth-pop style while others criticized its lyrics as being simplistic and cliched.
LGBTQ+ Anthem
Due to its messaging of inclusivity and acceptance, "Welcome to New York" has been frequently used as an anthem for LGBTQ+ rights movements.
Sonic Departure
The album "1989," including the song "Welcome to New York," marked a significant departure from Taylor Swift's previous country music style, solidifying her transition into pop music.

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