Taylor Swift Lyric Analysis
In this course, students will explore the lyrical genius of Taylor Swift, learning how her songs tell stories, convey emotions, and reflect personal experiences. Each week, we will dive into one or two of her most famous songs!
What's included
16 live meetings
12 in-class hoursProjects
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Advanced Level
I use an interactive teaching style that encourages students to explore, create, and share their thoughts. The course is designed to be engaging and fun, with a mix of activities that appeal to different learning styles. Each class will start with a brief explanation of key concepts, followed by a discussion about the song or topic for that session. We’ll listen to Taylor Swift’s songs, analyze the lyrics together, and discuss the meanings behind them. I’ll guide students through group discussions where they can share ideas and brainstorm lyric-writing exercises. These activities will help them practice the techniques they’re learning and get feedback from their peers. Students will apply the concepts from each session by writing their own lyrics, working on songwriting exercises like rhyming or creating metaphors. This will help them build confidence and develop their own unique writing styles
Learning Goals
Analyzing song structure (verse, chorus, bridge)
Identifying metaphors, symbolism, and imagery
Understanding narrative techniques in songwriting
Writing poetry
Exploring themes like love, heartbreak, personal growth, and identity
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Taylor Swift’s Music
Who is Taylor Swift? A journey through her music career and evolution from country to pop. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Introduction to Taylor Swift’s Storytelling
To understand Taylor's power of storytelling, we will discuss what makes a song a story. We’ll start with "Tim McGraw" and "Love Story" to see how she creates engaging narratives. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Love, Friendship, and Relationships
Love songs and how Taylor describes different types of love. "You Belong with Me" and "Teardrops on My Guitar" will be our focus. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Love, Friendship, and Relationships
Friendship and complicated relationships. We’ll look at "Fifteen" and "Back to December", and discuss the different ways Taylor writes about her personal experiences. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Students need paper/pencil.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Elementary Education from Gardner Webb University
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from University of NC at Charlotte
I have taught songwriting, literature analysis, and creative writing to preteens and teens in a variety of settings, including:
-Creative Writing Workshops for middle school students, where we focused on storytelling, poetry, and lyric writing.
-Songwriting Classes where I worked with students to craft original songs, helping them understand both the craft of writing and the emotional depth behind lyrics.
-Music Camps for children and teens, where I helped guide students through analyzing lyrics and exploring songwriting as a form of personal expression.Reviews
Live Group Course
$22
weekly or $170 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
4-8 learners per class
