The Life of a Showgirl Lyrics by Taylor Swift featuring Sabrina Carpenter. The sole collaboration on Swift’s 12th studio album, a return to vibrant, hook-filled pop and soft rock. Produced by Swift, Max Martin, and Shellback, the song is a dramatic, theatrical narrative inspired by Swift’s life as a performer on the Eras Tour.
| Song Name | The Life of a Showgirl |
| Artist | Taylor Swift |
| Release date | October 3, 2025 |
| Genre | Pop; Soft Rock |
| Label | Republic Records |
| Album | The Life of a Showgirl |
| Featured Artist | Sabrina Carpenter |
| Producers | Max Martin, Shellback |
The Life of a Showgirl Lyrics
[Verse 1: Taylor Swift]
Her name was Kitty
Made her money being pretty and witty
They gave her the keys to this city
Then they said she didn’t do it legitly, uh
I bought a ticket
She’s dancing in her garters and fishnets
Fifty in the cast, zero missteps
Looking back, I guess it was kismet
[Pre-Chorus: Taylor Swift]
I waited by the stage door
Packed in with the autograph
Hounds barking her name
Then glowing like the end of a cigarette
Wow, she came out
I said, “You’re living my drеam”
Then she said to me
[Chorus: Taylor Swift]
“Hеy, thank you for the lovely bouquet
You’re sweeter than a peach
But you don’t know the life of a showgirl, babe
And you’re never, ever gonna
Wait, the more you play, the more that you pay
You’re softer than a kitten, so
You don’t know the life of a showgirl, babe
And you’re never gonna wanna”
[Verse 2: Sabrina Carpenter]
She was a menace
The baby of the family in Lenox
Her father whored around like all men did
Her mother took pills and played tennis
[Pre-Chorus: Sabrina Carpenter & Taylor Swift]
So she waited by the stage door
Asked the club for more to arrive
She said, “I’d sell my soul to have a taste of a magnificent life”
It’s all mine
But that’s not what showgirls get
They leave us for dead
[Chorus: Sabrina Carpenter, Sabrina Carpenter & Taylor Swift]
Hey, thank you for the lovely bouquet
You’re sweeter than a peach
But you don’t know the life of a showgirl, babe
And you’re never, ever gonna
Wait, the more you play, the more that you pay
You’re softer than a kitten, so
You don’t know the life of a showgirl, babe
And you’re never gonna wanna
[Bridge: Taylor Swift & Sabrina Carpenter]
I took her pearls of wisdom
Hung them from my neck
I paid my dues with every bruise
I knew what to expect
Do you wanna take a skate on the ice inside my veins?
They ripped me off like false lashes
And then threw me away
And all the headshots on the walls
Of the dance hall are of the bitches
Who wish I’d hurry up and die
But, I’m immortal now, baby dolls
I couldn’t if I tried, so I say
[Chorus: Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter]
“Thank you for the lovely bouquet
I’m married to the hustle
And now I know the life of a showgirl, babe
And I’ll never know another
Pain hidden by the lipstick and lace (Lipstick and lace)
Sequins are forever and now I know the life of a showgirl, babe
Wouldn’t have it any other way (Thank you for the lovely bouquet)
Wouldn’t have it any other way (Thank you for lovely bouquet)
Hey, Kitty (Thank you for lovely bouquet)
Now I’m making money being pretty and witty
Thank you for the lovely bouquet”
[Outro: Taylor Swift & Sabrina Carpenter]
Thank you for an unforgettable night
We will see you next time
Give it up for the band
And the dancers
And of course, Sabrina
I love you, Taylor
That’s our show
We love you so much
Goodnight
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FAQs:
Q1. Where can I find the lyrics for The Life of a Showgirl?
A1. Lyrics for all songs from The Life of a Showgirl will be available here after the album’s release on October 3, 2025.
Q2. Who wrote the lyrics of the songs in The Life of a Showgirl?
A2. The lyrics are primarily written by Taylor Swift, with contributions from longtime collaborators like Max Martin and Shellback.
Q3. What themes are explored in The Life of a Showgirl lyrics?
A3. The lyrics dive into themes of fame, love, heartbreak, performance, and the duality of glamour vs. vulnerability.
Q4. Will official lyric videos be released for the album?
A4. Yes, Taylor Swift usually releases lyric videos on her official YouTube channel alongside the album launch.
