"I'm Only Me When I'm with You" (CD single) (by Taylor Swift, Country)

common sense media says

Sweet country-pop is perfect for a slumber party.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this single from country teen sensation Taylor Swift is playing on heavy rotation on Radio Disney. It's an innocent song about love with nothing to worry about for tweens and teens. The music video is just as harmless with shots of live concert footage and Taylor hamming it up for the camera.

Positive messages: Not applicable.
Violence: Not applicable.
Sex: Sweet and innocent: "Everything I need is right here by my side/And I know everything about you/I don't wanna live without you" and "When I'm with anybody else, it's so hard to be myself/Only you can tell."
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

More on "I'm Only Me When I'm with You" (CD single)

What to talk about

Talk to your kids

Families can talk about country stars going mainstream. What is it about Taylor Swift that makes her appealing, even if you're not a huge country fan? Families can also talk about how -- and if -- her young age is helping her sell songs and albums.

What's the story?

What's the story?

"I'M ONLY ME WHEN I'M WITH YOU" is a fusion track of pop and country about feeling completely comfortable with someone. The lyrics never stray off course for tween ears, and the upbeat nature makes you want to dance along.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

Taylor Swift gives off a welcoming "girl-next-door" vibe and "I'm Only Me When I'm with You" is an extension of her wholesome nature. With lines like "Through it all nobody gets me like you do/And you know everything about me/You say that you can't live without me," this single echoes the drama and finality of "love" for any tween or teen, yet remains perfectly appropriate for them to hear. The song is infectious, if a bit more pop-y than country, and will have kids wishing they could be pals with Taylor.

Music themes & details

Music Details
Type: Single
Released on: November 6, 2007
Label: Big Machine Records
Genre: Country
Edited version available: No

This review was written by Heidi Kotansky
 
 

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sash99
kid, 12 years old
 
really clean
If you like talor swift (like me!) you will love this song:)! it's one of my favorite songs by her.

girlygrrrl!
kid, 12 years old
 
I'm Only Me When I'm With You Review
I love this song. Taylor Swift is an excellent roll model and her music rocks. You should definetly listen to it.

rebma97
teen, 14 years old
 
Catchy single
It's a nice song. Pretty catchy. Looking at the title, you can tell what the song's about. I think all TS songs are for kids, but some of them have more mature lyrics; this single is an exception.

selena1fan
kid, 10 years old
 
Great song
Really great song for kids and tweens

leftbehindcrazed8
teen, 14 years old
 
TAYLOR SWIFT IS AN AWESOME ROLE MODEL
Once again, please don't listen to Common Sense Parent. This track is squeaky-clean, and kids will love this catchy tune. Buy this CD!!!

 
Explicit single not for kids
Taylor Swift's single is not for children. The messages presented in the single "I'm Only Me When I'm With You" are very sexual and not age-appropiate. This explicit single is for adults only. Taylor Swift is a bad role model for teens and tweens.

HizBabyGurl4ever
teen, 17 years old
 
I like this song. I love the song "You belong with me" Its a great song.

sara4ever95
teen, 16 years old
 

krazypanda
teen, 16 years old
 
Taylor Swift is an awesome artist music wise

kookgirl
teen, 17 years old
 
must get
if i could i'd give it more stars! i love our song, tear drops on my giutar, when you think tim mcgraugh. and others. I love it! I'm going to get the CD today.3-2-08

bookluver101
teen, 18 years old
 
LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Taylor Swift is the single BEST female country singer under the age of 20 that there has EVER been. She is my favorite. She is really good and wholesome music. Parents DON'T have to worry about letting their kids listen to it. Which is a very refreshing change.

wondergirl_is_back
teen, 17 years old
 
Cute song!
I love it! Well you drive me crazy half the time the other hale I'm only tryin' to let you know that what I feel is true and I'm only me when I'm with you. Taylor Swift is my idol so successful and only 18!

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