Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesAll of Taylor Swift's fans' hopes and dreams were squashed this week with one four-letter word: NOPE.
That's what Scott Borchetta, CEO of the pop star's label Big Machine Records, had to say when a Swiftie took to Twitter to ask if she'd be dropping her follow up to 2014's 1989 album come October. But there is a silver lining to this unexpected rain storm of bad news, as a source told E! News back in June that the Grammy winner has spent most of the summer "concentrating on herself" and "writing new music."
So even though we'll have to wait a little longer for Taylor to unleash her emotions about every dramatic twist and turn that's followed her this year, at least there's something in the works.
Until we hear Swift's highly-anticipated Calvin Harris breakup ballad or "Shake It Off" Pt. 2 puts an end to all that Kanye West drama, we've compiled nine songs from the singer's expansive discography that will help you get through the long, arduous wait. (And just because Borchetta slammed an October release date, that doesn't mean a September drop isn't just over the horizon!)
"The Last Time" feat. Gary Lightbody – Red
If 2012's Red was inspired by Swift's most intense relationships, then "The Last Time" is all you need for when you're knee deep in a quart of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Critically acclaimed for its mature feel, Swift teaming up with the Snow Patrol frontman is pure perfection.
"Hey Stephen" – Fearless
What would T. Swift's lesser known tracks be without at least one shout out to the 2008 album that launched the blond beauty to commercial success?! Enter "Hey Stephen," an innocently sweet take on a love-at-first-sight encounter that takes immediately takes us back to our middle school crush.
"All Too Well" – Red
There are few songs that pinpoint the pain of a love gone south more than this standout from Taylor's Red album. When she performed the ballad at the 2014 Grammys, we're pretty sure the song's alleged inspiration, Jake Gyllenhaal, could feel her emotion through the television screen.
"Everything Has Changed" feat. Ed Sheeran – Red
Oh, these two. When close pals Taylor and Ed come together, it's pure music magic. Unlike most of Swift's b-sides, fans were treated to a Forrest Gump-inspired music video for "Everything Has Changed" that we're willing to bet is the most adorable thing you'll watch all day.
"Back to December" – Speak Now
For those that think Taylor's music is all about bashing her exes, take a listen to this 2010 track and reevaluate that less-than flattering opinion. Speaking to MTV News about "Back to December", Swift admitted, "I've never felt the need to apologize in a song before. But in the last two years I've experienced a lot, [including] a lot of different kinds of learning lessons. And sometimes you learn a lesson too late and at that point you need to apologize because you were careless."
"The Way I Loved You" – Fearless
Another day, another Taylor Swift sob fest that should be framed in the Hall of Fame for breakup songs. "The Way I Loved You" reminds us that our current fling, albeit "sensible" and "incredible," will never match the roller coaster of emotions that is finding someone you have an inexplicable passion for.
"Treacherous" – Red
Revealing a much more sensual side to the otherwise cookie-cutter reputation that precedes Taylor, "Treacherous" is all about a relationship that on the surface seems one-of-a-kind and special, but is actually quite deceptive and dangerous.
"Drops of Jupiter" – Speak Now World Tour Live
Yes, it might be a Train cover, but there's just something about Taylor's take on the karaoke classic that continues to resonate even years down the line. Diehard fans of Swift are quick to recommend this hit from her Speak Now World Tour as an instant must-listen.
"Long Live" – Speak Now
Any true Swiftie would know that "Long Live" is a love song to the only people she can dedicate her worldwide success to, her fans, of course!