"Picture to Burn" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. It was written by Swift and Liz Rose, and produced by Nathan Chapman. It was released on February 3, 2008 by Big Machine Records and Republic Records as the fourth single from Swift's self-titled debut studio album. It was inspired by the narcissistic and cocky nature of her former high school classmate and ex-boyfriend Jordan Alford with whom Swift never established a formal relationship. In retrospect, Swift has stated that she has evolved on a personal level and as a songwriter, claiming she processed emotions differently since "Picture to Burn". The song was chosen as a single based on the audience's reaction to it in concert. Musically, the track is of the country rock genre with prominent usage of guitar, banjo, and drums. The lyrics concern setting fire to photographs of a former boyfriend. "Picture to Burn" was praised by music critics, some who supported the feminist message.
| Genre | Country, country rock |
| Length | 2:55 |
| Label | Big Machine |
| Writer(s) | Taylor Swift, Liz Rose |
| Producer(s) | Nathan Chapman |
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Co-written by Taylor Swift and frequent songwriting partner Liz Rose, the song is inspired by Swift's former high school classmate and ex-boyfriend Jordan Alford who is described as narcissistic and cocky.
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The country rock song features the guitar and banjo. It peaked at number one on the Canada Country chart.
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Songs written by Liz Rose.. Song recordings produced by Nathan Chapman (record producer).. Self-censorship.. Country rock songs.. Music videos directed by Trey Fanjoy.. Songs written by Taylor Swift.. Taylor Swift songs.. Big Machine Records singles.. Songs based on actual events.. Songs with feminist themes.. LGBT-related songs.
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