Taylor Swift was born in Reading, Pennsylvania, on December 13, 1989. She started as a country music singer when she was just 16 years old.

She later switched to pop music and became one of the biggest stars in the world.

She writes songs about her life, relationships, and feelings. Her music connects with many people, and she has won hundreds of awards.

She grew up on a Christmas tree farm and moved to Nashville, Tennessee, as a teenager to follow her music dreams.

About the Song

“London Boy” by Taylor Swift is a song from her album Lover (2019).

The song is about her love for British culture and fun moments in London. It mentions famous places and traditions, showing her happiness and excitement.

London Boy Lyrics by Taylor Swift 

Intro: Idris Elba & James Corden

We can go drivin’ in, on my scooter

Uh, you know, just ’round London (Oh, I’d—)

Verse 1

I love my hometown as much as Motown, I love SoCal

And you know I love Springsteen, faded blue jeans, Tennessee whiskey

But somethin’ happened, I heard him laughin’

I saw the dimples first and then I heard the accent

Pre-Chorus

They say, “Home is where the heart is”

But that’s not where mine lives

Chorus

You know I love a London boy

I enjoy walkin’ Camden Market in the afternoon

He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet

Darling, I fancy you

Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates

So I guess all the rumors are true

You know I love a London boy

Boy, I fancy you (Ooh)

Verse 2

And now I love high tea, stories from Uni’ and the West End

You can find me in the pub, we are watchin’ rugby with his school friends

Show me a gray sky, a rainy cab ride

Babes, don’t threaten me with a good time

Pre-Chorus

They say, “Home is where the heart is”

But, God, I love the English

Chorus

You know I love a London boy

I enjoy nights in Brixton, Shoreditch in the afternoon

He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet

Darling, I fancy you

Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates

So I guess all the rumors are true

You know I love a London boy

Boy, I fancy you

Bridge

So please show me Hackney

Doesn’t have to be Louis V up on Bond Street

Just wanna be with you

Wanna be with you

Stick with me, I’m your queen

Like a Tennessee Stella McCartney on the Heath

Just wanna be with you (Wanna be with you)

Wanna be with you, oh, woah

Chorus

You know I love a London boy

I enjoy walkin’ Soho, drinkin’ in the afternoon (Yeah)

He likes my American smile, like a child when our eyes meet

Darling, I fancy you (You)

Took me back to Highgate, met all of his best mates

So I guess all the rumors are true (Yeah)

You know I love a London boy (Oh)

Boy (Oh), I fancy you (I fancy you; ooh)

Outro

So please show me Hackney

Doesn’t have to be Louis V up on Bond Street

Just wanna be with you (Ooh)

I, oh, I, I fancy you, oh, woah-ah-ah (Ooh)

Stick with me, I’m your queen

Like a Tennessee Stella McCartney on the Heath

Just wanna be with you (Ooh), wanna be with you

I fancy you (Yeah), I fancy you, ah-ah (Ooh)

Live Performances of “London Boy” by Taylor Swift

BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge (September 2, 2019)

Taylor Swift performed an acoustic version of London Boy during this intimate session. The stripped-down arrangement highlighted her vocals and storytelling, offering fans a fresh take on the song.

Capital FM’s Jingle Bell Ball (December 8, 2019)

Taylor Swift brought energy and charm to her performance of London Boy at the festive Jingle Bell Ball. The lively atmosphere of London’s O2 Arena complemented the song’s playful theme.

Similar Songs Like London Boy by Taylor Swift

Here’s a list of songs by Taylor Swift that share similar themes, music elements, and emotional tone to London Boy:

• Stay Stay Stay (Red): A playful and lighthearted song about love and relationships.
• Begin Again (Red): A sweet, romantic track with gentle storytelling about starting over in love.
• Welcome to New York (1989): A cheerful ode to a specific place, similar to how London Boy celebrates London.
• You Are in Love (1989): A reflective and intimate song exploring the beauty of being in love.
• Holy Ground (Red): A vibrant, upbeat track that reminisces about a past relationship with a sense of joy.
• The Lucky One (Red): While more reflective, it shares a similar narrative style about a glamorous and vibrant life.
• Cornelia Street (Lover): A heartfelt song filled with personal anecdotes about a specific location and its emotional connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Taylor Swift say about “London Boy”?

Taylor Swift said the song shows her falling in love with both London and a London boy (Joe Alwyn), reflecting her time spent in the city.

What have the artists said about the song?

The song features Swift expressing her love for British places and culture. It includes a clip of Idris Elba talking about riding scooters.

Who produced “London Boy” by Taylor Swift?

Jack Antonoff, Joel Little, and Taylor Swift produced “London Boy.”

Who wrote “London Boy” by Taylor Swift?

Taylor Swift wrote the song with Joel Little, Annie Clark (St. Vincent), and Jack Antonoff.