State of Grace Lyrics

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About

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“State of Grace” was released as the fourth and final promotional single from Red, and was the only promotional single that wasn’t re-issued as an official single.

Lyrically, the song serves as a warning for what love can be – both amazing and devastating. Essentially it can go both ways, depending on how we go about it.

Throughout the song, we see Swift detailing the beginning of a love with all its possibilities, as well an utterly romantic sentiment and charm about the uncertainty and expectations that come along with any new beginning.

Q&A

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the song and explore its deeper meaning

What did Taylor Swift say about "State of Grace"?
Genius Answer

During her preview of the song on ABC’s Good Morning America, Swift described the song as such:

I wrote this song about when you first fall in love with someone — the possibilities, kind of thinking about the different ways that it could go. It’s a really big sound. To me, this sounds like the feeling of falling in love in an epic way.

how did it perform on Billboard Hot 100
Genius Answer

The song peaked at #13 on the Hot 100 chart in 2012.

What certifications has the song received?
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