Once we have spoken our saddest story, we can be free of it.
And then all that’s left behind is the tortured poetry."
Yet, the song is obviously not about Alwyn, showcasing Swift’s knack for red herrings.
The second alludes to Alwyn’s alleged affair, which was never confirmed.
“So Long, London” leaves little doubt about its real meaning, and we’resohere for it.
If the subject matter wasn’t obvious by now, Verse 2 makes it explicit.
The verse ends with a hint at a fresh start, referencing Swift’s rekindled relationship with Healy.
The song recounts Swift’s brief romance with someone, with several signs pointing to Healy.
The 11th song on the album contains another major nod to Healy, right from the outset.
Remind you of anyone?
It’s worth noting that Swift and Healy broke things off about a month into their 2023 fling.
