Ruin The Friendship Lyrics – Taylor Swift
Ruin The Friendship Lyrics
[Verse 1] Glistening grass from september rain, Gray overpass full of neon names. You drive (mm-mm), 85 (mm-mm), Gallatin road and the lakeside beach. Watching the game from your brother’s jeep, Your smile (mm-mm), miles wide.
[Chorus] And it was not an invitation, Should’ve kissed you anyway. Should’ve kissed you anyway. And it was not convenient, no, But your girlfriend was away. Should’ve kissed you anyway, hey.
[Verse 2] Shiny wood floors underneath my feet, Disco ball makes everything look cheap. Have fun (mm-mm), it’s prom (mm-mm). Wilted corsage dangles from my wrist. Over his shoulder, i catch a glimpse, And see (mm-mm) You looking at me.
[Chorus] And it was not an invitation, But as the 50 cent song played (song played), Should’ve kissed you anyway (anyway). And it was not convenient, no (it was not, convenient). Would’ve been the best mistake. Should’ve kissed you anyway, hey.
[Refrain] Don’t make it awkward in second period, Might piss your ex off, lately we’ve been good. Staying friends is safe, doesn’t mean you should. Don’t make it awkward in second period, Might piss your ex off, lately we’ve been good. Staying friends is safe, doesn’t mean you should.
[Bridge] When i left school, i lost track of you. Abigail called me with the bad news. Goodbye, and we’ll never know why. It was not an invitation, But i flew home anyway, With so much left to say. It was not convenient, no, But i whispered at the grave, “Should’ve kissed you anyway.”
[Chorus] Oh, and it was not an invitation (It was not, an invitation), Should’ve kissed you anyway (anyway). Should’ve kissed you anyway, anyway (anyway).
[Post-Chorus] And it was not— My advice is always ruin the friendship, Better that than regret it for all time. Should’ve kissed you anyway. And my advice is always answer the question, Better that than to ask it all your life. Should’ve kissed you anyway. Should’ve kissed you anyway.
About the song
“Ruin the Friendship,” the sixth track on Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl (2025), explores the emotional tension that arises when romantic feelings emerge within a close friendship. The song captures the bittersweet regret of not taking a chance on love due to fear of ruining the bond, reflecting on missed opportunities and the complex balance between platonic and romantic connections. Its universal theme resonates with anyone who has faced the uncertainty of evolving relationships.
While fans speculate about personal inspirations—possibly linked to Taylor’s strained relationship with Blake Lively or muse Jeff Lang—there’s no official confirmation. Instead, the song stands as a poignant reflection on vulnerability, encouraging listeners to embrace their feelings despite the risks, rather than live with lifelong “what ifs.” It’s a reminder that sometimes the best moments come from taking emotional risks, even when the timing isn’t perfect.
Song Credits
Song: Ruin The Friendship
Album: The Life of a Showgirl
Artist: Taylor Swift
Lyricist: Taylor Swift
Musician: Max Martin, Shellback, Taylor Swift
Label: Taylor Swift