Introduction
"Bejeweled" is a song by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, from her tenth studio album, Midnights (2022). A glittering synth-pop track about rediscovering your own shine after feeling taken for granted, it carries one of the album's most quoted hooks: "Best believe I'm still bejeweled, when I walk in the room I can still make the whole place shimmer." Written by Swift with her long-time collaborator Jack Antonoff, Bejeweled turned into a fan favourite and a self-confidence anthem far beyond the album. On this page you will find the complete Bejeweled lyrics in English, the song details, its meaning and the official lyric video.
The Song
Bejeweled was released on October 21, 2022, as the ninth track of Midnights. Produced by Swift and Antonoff, the song sparkles with layered synths, a bouncing pop beat and one of Swift's most playful melodies. In it, the narrator admits she has been "a little too kind", letting someone walk all over her peace of mind, before deciding to go out, polish up and shine again. The song debuted inside the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100, as part of the historic week in which Swift occupied the entire top ten with songs from Midnights, and its official music video became a viral event full of hidden clues for fans.
The Artists
Taylor Swift is an American singer-songwriter and one of the best-selling music artists of all time, known for turning personal experience into sharp, story-driven songs across country, pop and indie-folk. With Midnights she returned to gleaming pop while keeping her pen at the centre of every track. Jack Antonoff, the song's co-writer and co-producer, is a Grammy-winning musician and the frontman of Bleachers who has shaped the sound of modern pop through his work with Swift, Lorde and Lana Del Rey.
The Music Video
The official music video of Bejeweled was written and directed by Taylor Swift and premiered on October 25, 2022. It retells Cinderella with a twist: Swift plays a downtrodden "House Wench" who skips the prince's ball, outshines her wicked stepmother (Laura Dern) and stepsisters (the HAIM sisters), and ends the night winning the castle for herself. The video also features Jack Antonoff as the Prince, burlesque star Dita Von Teese and make-up icon Pat McGrath. The official lyric video, released with the album on October 21, 2022, is embedded below on this page.
The Music Label
Bejeweled and the album Midnights were released by Republic Records, the Universal Music Group label that has been Swift's home since 2018 and the label behind many of the biggest pop releases of the decade. The official lyric video is available on Taylor Swift's official YouTube channel.
Song Details
| Song Name | Bejeweled |
| Singer | Taylor Swift |
| Lyrics | Taylor Swift, Jack Antonoff |
| Music | Jack Antonoff, Taylor Swift |
| Album | Midnights |
| Language | English |
| Release Date | October 21, 2022 |
| Duration | 3 Minutes 14 Seconds |
| Music Label | Republic Records |
Bejeweled Lyrics in English
[Verse 1]
Baby love, I think I've been a little too kind
Didn't notice you walking all over my peace of mind
In the shoes I gave you as a present
Puttin' someone first only works when you're in their top five
And by the way, I'm goin' out tonight
[Chorus]
Best believe I'm still bejeweled
When I walk in the room
I can still make the whole place shimmer
And when I meet the band
They ask, "Do you have a man?"
I could still say, "I don't remember"
Familiarity breeds contempt
So put me in the basement
When I'm in the penthouse of your heart
Diamonds and my price
I polish up real, I polish up real nice
[Post-Chorus]
Nice
[Verse 2]
Baby boy, I think I've been too good of a girl (Too good of a girl)
Did all the extra credit, then got graded on a curve
I think it's time to teach some lessons
I made you my world (Huh), have you heard? (Huh)
I can reclaim the land
And I miss you, but I miss sparking (Nice)
[Chorus]
Best believe I'm still bejeweled
When I walk in the room
I can still make the whole place shimmer
And when I meet the band
They ask, "Do you have a man?"
I could still say, "I don't remember"
Familiarity breeds contempt
So put me in the basement
When I'm in the penthouse of your heart
Diamonds and my price
I polish up real, I polish up real nice
[Post-Chorus]
Nice
[Bridge]
Sapphire tears on my face
Sadness became my whole sky
But some guy said my aura's moonstone
Just 'cause he was high
And we danced all night
And you can try to change my mind
But you might have to wait in line
What's a girl gonna do?
A diamond's gotta shine
[Final Chorus]
Best believe I'm still bejeweled
When I walk in the room
I can still make the whole place shimmer (Shimmer)
And when I meet the band
They ask, "Do you have a man?"
I could still say, "I don't remember"
Familiarity breeds contempt
So put me in the basement
When I'm in the penthouse of your heart
Diamonds and my price
I polish up real (Nice), I polish up real nice
[Outro]
And we danced all night
And you can try to change my mind
But you might have to wait in line
What's a girl gonna do? What's a girl gonna do?
I polish up nice
Best believe I'm still bejeweled
When I walk in the room
I can still make the whole place shimmer
Lyrics Meaning
Bejeweled is a self-worth anthem dressed as a glittering pop song. Swift sings from the moment a woman realises she has been too kind for too long: she gave her partner presents, priority and her whole world, and was repaid by being taken for granted, put "in the basement" while living in the penthouse of his heart. The chorus is her turning point. To be bejeweled is to remember your own value: she polishes up like a diamond, walks into the room and makes the whole place shimmer, not to win him back but because shining is what a diamond naturally does. Even the sad bridge, with its sapphire tears and a sky full of sadness, ends in motion: she dances all night, and anyone who wants her attention again will simply have to wait in line.
The Song Video
Conclusion
Bejeweled is Midnights at its most sparkling: a danceable reminder that being underestimated does not dull a diamond for long. With its complete lyrics, meaning, song details and official lyric video above, this page is your one-stop guide to the song. If you enjoyed it, explore more from the same album and artist in the links below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who sang the song Bejeweled?
Bejeweled is sung by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. It is the ninth track of her tenth studio album, Midnights (2022).
Who wrote the lyrics of Bejeweled?
The lyrics of Bejeweled were written by Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff, who also produced the song together.
Which album is Bejeweled from and when was it released?
Bejeweled is from Taylor Swift's album Midnights. The album and the song were released on October 21, 2022, by Republic Records.
What is the meaning of Bejeweled?
Bejeweled is about reclaiming your self-worth after being taken for granted in a relationship. Swift compares herself to a diamond that still shines, summed up in the line "I can still make the whole place shimmer."
Who directed the Bejeweled music video?
The official music video of Bejeweled was written and directed by Taylor Swift herself and premiered on October 25, 2022. It stars Swift with Laura Dern, the HAIM sisters, Jack Antonoff, Dita Von Teese and Pat McGrath.
