Taylor Swift’s “I’m Only Me When I’m With You” Gets a Bittersweet Makeover by Cheryl Craigie

Taylor Swift's songs stick with you through the years. One of her early hits, "I'm Only Me When I'm With You," is definitely one of them. Cheryl Craigie, in her cover of the song, takes that familiar feeling and flips it on its head in the best way possible.

Craigie slows things down, turning the song into a soft, reflective ballad that lingers long after the last note, instead of the original's upbeat, country-pop energy. Her version, with a stripped-down sound, puts the lyrics front and center, pulling every ounce of emotion and nostalgia from them. Where Swift’s version feels like the rush of young love, Craigie’s plays like a memory—bittersweet, warm, and full of the kind of depth that only time can bring. It is the same song, just told through a different lens, and it works beautifully.

"A raw and intimate reimagining of a Taylor Swift classic—simple, moving, and deeply personal."

With this being her eighth release, Craigie proves she has a knack for making familiar songs feel brand new. Whether you’re a longtime Swiftie or love a good emotional ballad, this one is definitely worth a listen.