Taylor Swift - Cardigan (official Music Video) [RECOMMENDED]

: Represents the isolation and fear experienced as a relationship breaks down . Swift is seen clinging to a floating piano in a dark, turbulent ocean—a metaphor for music as a lifeline .

: Swift eventually finds her way back to the original cabin through the piano . She puts on an old, oversized cardigan, symbolizing a return to a "sense of self" after loss . Production Details Taylor Swift - cardigan (Official Music Video)

The official music video, released on July 24, 2020, serves as the lead single for Taylor Swift's surprise eighth studio album, folklore . Written and directed by Swift herself, the video is a cinematic representation of a journey through the different phases of a relationship and the healing power of music . Narrative and Symbolism : Represents the isolation and fear experienced as

The video follows a "cottagecore" aesthetic and moves through three distinct magical settings : She puts on an old, oversized cardigan, symbolizing

: Signifies the "evergreen" beginning of a relationship where everything feels magical and full of beauty . Here, Swift plays a piano that doubles as a waterfall .

: Represents the present and the sense of nostalgia. Swift is seen singing at an old piano when a golden glow begins to emanate from it, prompting her to climb inside .

Filmed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the production followed strict safety protocols :