I Can Do It With A Broken Heart Lyrics by Taylor Swift 2024

Here are “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart Lyrics” in English from “The Tortured Poets Department” (2024). Features Taylor Swift’s resilient anthem. Taylor Swift is the Singer, Penned by Taylor Swift, and The Music Director for the Song is Taylor Swift & Jack Antonoff.

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I Can Do It With A Broken Heart Lyrics Meaning

I can read your mind
I know exactly what you’re thinking.

‘She’s having the time of her life’
You think I’m happy and living my best life.

There in her glittering prime
At the peak of my fame and beauty, all sparkly and successful.

The lights refract sequin stars
Off her silhouette every night
The stage lights bounce off my costume, making me look like a star.

I can show you lies.
But what you’re seeing is not real — I’m pretending.

‘Cause I’m a real tough kid
I can handle my shit
I’ve been strong for so long. I’ve dealt with everything life throws at me.

They said, ‘babe, you gotta fake it ’til you make it’
And I did
I followed the advice to pretend I’m okay until it feels real.

Lights, camera, bitch, smile
Even when you want to die
Put on a happy face for the public, even when you’re falling apart inside.

He said he’d love me all his life
But that life was too short
He promised forever, but left too soon — emotionally or literally.

Breaking down, I hit the floor
All the pieces of me shattered
As the crowd was chanting ‘more!’
I collapsed emotionally while everyone still demanded entertainment.

I was grinning like I’m winning
I was hitting my marks
I kept performing like a pro, even in pain.

‘Cause I can do it with a broken heart.
Even when I’m heartbroken, I can still do my job perfectly.

I’m so depressed, I act like it’s my birthday
Every day
I pretend I’m happy and celebrating, even though I’m really sad.

I’m so obsessed with him, but he avoids me
Like the plague
I still love him, but he completely ignores me.

I cry a lot, but I am so productive
It’s an art
I cry often, but still get all my work done — I’ve mastered this painful balance.

You know you’re good when you can even do it with a broken heart.
If you can function at a high level while suffering, you’re incredibly strong (or trained to hide it).

I can hold my breath
I’ve been doing it since he left
I’ve been suppressing my emotions since he left me.

I keep finding his things in drawers
Crucial evidence, I didn’t imagine the whole thing
His belongings still being around prove that the love was real — not just in my head.

I’m sure I can pass this test.
I’m determined to get through this heartbreak, like it’s an exam I must survive.

‘Cause I’m a real tough kid
I can handle my shit
Again, she reminds herself of her strength and survival instincts.

They said, ‘babe, you gotta fake it ’til you make it’
And I did
She succeeded by pretending everything was fine.

Lights, camera, bitch, smile
In stilettos for miles
She walks and performs in high heels — a symbol of pressure and showbiz.

He said he’d love me for all time
But that time was quite short
His promise didn’t last long — the love ended too soon.

Breaking down, I hit the floor
All the pieces of me shattered
As the crowd was chanting ‘more!’
Even in emotional collapse, the audience keeps wanting more from her.

I was grinning like I’m winning
I was hitting my marks
‘Cause I can do it with a broken heart.
No matter how much she suffers, she still puts on a flawless show.

I’m so depressed, I act like it’s my birthday
Every day
Once again, she’s masking sadness with exaggerated joy.

I’m so obsessed with him, but he avoids me
Like the plague
She’s madly in love, but he keeps avoiding her.

I cry a lot, but I am so productive
It’s an art
Being high-functioning while depressed is a skill she’s perfected.

You know you’re good when you can even do it with a broken heart.
Being able to perform flawlessly while suffering shows her talent and emotional control.

You know you’re good when you can even do it with a broken heart
She repeats this to herself as a kind of survival mantra.

You know you’re good, and I’m good
‘Cause I’m miserable!
And nobody even knows!
She declares how good she is at hiding her pain — no one even suspects how badly she’s hurting.

Try and come for my job.
Despite everything, she dares anyone to challenge her. She’s still unbeatable at what she does.

Song Credits

Song Background & Cultural Impact

“I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” is the second single and thirteenth track from Taylor Swift’s eleventh studio album, The Tortured Poets Department, released on April 19, 2024. The song was released as the second single for the album on July 2, 2024, through Republic Records. The song leaked on April 17, two days prior to the scheduled release along with the rest of the album.

Upon release of the album, critics considered the song a standout due to its sanguine sound, unlike the generally moody atmosphere of the rest of the album. The track represents Swift’s ability to maintain professionalism and continue performing despite personal struggles, making it particularly relatable for fans who have experienced similar challenges.

Swift started working on The Tortured Poets Department immediately after she submitted her tenth studio album, Midnights, to Republic Records for release in 2022. She continued working on it in secrecy throughout the US leg of the Eras Tour in 2023. She described The Tortured Poets Department as a “lifeline” for her and an album which she “really needed” to make.

Chart Performance & Streaming Statistics

Commercially, “I Can Do It with a Broken Heart” peaked at number five on the Billboard Global 200 chart and placed within the top 10 of multiple international charts. The song demonstrated strong commercial performance, benefiting from both the album’s initial success and its later promotion as an official single.

On Tuesday, July 16, Taylor Swift chose “I Can Do It with a Broken Heart” as her next song off the record to get the single treatment. This time, Swift also released an instrumental version. Taylor Swift has once again surprised fans by dropping the Dombresky remix of her track “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” on September 13, 2024.

Music Video & Visual Content

Taylor Swift shared a candid music video for her ‘Tortured Poets’ track ‘I Can Do It With A Broken Heart’ featuring behind-the-scenes shots of the ‘Eras Tour.’ The song’s accompanying music video is a compilation of footage from the Eras Tour and its rehearsals. The music video provides fans with intimate behind-the-scenes glimpses of Swift’s tour preparation and performances, perfectly complementing the song’s themes of perseverance through difficult times.

Live Performances & Eras Tour Integration

Swift included the song as a regular on the revamped setlist of the Eras Tour in 2024. The song became a highlight of the tour’s updated setlist, allowing Swift to connect with audiences through its message of resilience and determination. The live performances showcase the song’s uplifting energy and serve as a powerful moment during the concert experience.

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