So High School By Taylor Swift

Song Name: So High School
Album: The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology
1st Genre: Indie Rock
2nd Genre: Slacker Rock / Power Pop (depending on interpretation; listed slacker rock and power pop as second genres)
Beats per Minute (BPM): Not specified in available sources.
Sur Scale (Key): Not available from public sources.
Estimated Budget: No public information available regarding production budget.
Release Date: April 19, 2024.
Reach / Chart Performance:

• Peaked at #24 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100
• #30 on the Billboard Global 200
• Charted in Australia (#26), Canada (#28), New Zealand (#33), Portugal (#82), UK sales (#66), UK streaming (#35), Sweden Heatseeker (#5), Greece (#53)
  Spotify: Track information available on Spotify—length approx. 3:48
  YouTube: A live debut supercut exists on YouTube

Song Lyrics (Original)

[Intro]
I feel so high school every time I look at you
I wanna find you in a crowd just to hide from you

[Chorus]
And in a blink of a crinkling eye
I’m sinking, our fingers entwined
Cheeks pink in the twinkling lights
Tell me ‘bout the first time you saw me
I’ll drink what you think and I’m high
From smoking your jokes all damn night
The brink of a wrinkle in time
Bittersweet 16 suddenly

[Post-Chorus]
I’m watching American Pie with you on a Saturday night
Your friends are around, so be quiet
I’m trying to stifle my sighs
‘Cause I feel so high school every time I look at you, but look at you
Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba

[Verse 1]
Are you gonna marry, kiss, or kill me (Kill me)
It’s just a game, but really (Really)
I’m bettin’ on all three for us two (All three)
Get my car door, isn’t that sweet? (That sweet)
Then pull me to the backseat (Backseat)
No one’s ever had me (Had me), not like you

[Bridge]
Truth, dare, spin bottles
You know how to ball, I know Aristotle
Brand new, full throttle
Touch me while your bros play Grand Theft Auto
It’s true, swear, scouts honor
You knew what you wanted, and boy, you got her
Brand new, full throttle
You already know, babe

[Verse 2]
I feel like laughing in the middle of practice
To that impression you did of your dad again
I’m hearing voices like a madman

(Chorus and Post-Chorus repeat)

Review & Context

“So High School” stands out on The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology for its nostalgic, indie-rock charm, blending slacker rock and power-pop with a strumming guitar sound that recalls 1990s tracks—even evoking Sheryl Crow in its energy.

Lyrically, the song is widely interpreted as a playful ode to Taylor’s romance with Travis Kelce, capturing the giddiness of youthful love. References include his “Kiss, Marry, Kill” interview moment, opening car doors for her, and the contrast between his athletic world and her intellectual side (“You know how to ball, I know Aristotle”)

Critics have noted its lighthearted yet vivid storytelling—a refreshing melodic interlude amid an emotionally heavy album. As Meet Me in Montauk describes, it’s a breezy, fun track that reflects her current bright personal chapter. The es-Wikipedia review similarly praises its energetic guitar sound and lyrical flair as a standout on a sprawling anthology.

While BPM, key, charting on Melon 24Hits, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and budget remain unknown (likely proprietary or not publicly disclosed), the rest of the profile is filled with verified information. Keep Reading Hitzwow to know all about emerging hits.