Discover the story of the song > Taylor Swift 1989 Medley – Gardiner Sisters

The protagonist is singing about a past relationship where she is tempted to reunite with her partner, even though she knows it will likely end in heartbreak. She reflects on how her partner left her and now wants her back, but she questions if it's too late for that. She wonders if they have overcome the obstacles in their relationship, asking if they are "out of the woods" yet. Overall, the lyrics talk about the push and pull of a complicated relationship and the protagonist's desire for her partner to stay with her.