When put together, the records even make up the quadrants of a clock.

It’s a clock," Swift excitedly announced on Instagram (viaRolling Stone).

Did she write it about anyone specific, or does the song reference multiple exes?

Taylor Swift performing at the Eras tour

Knowing what we know now, “Hits Different” well, hits different.

Some fansbelievethat Swift and Alwyn actually split sometime last year, long before the release of “Midnights.”

Given her years-long commitment to Alwyn, it makes sense that this split would be significantly more painful.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn walking

Ultimately, “Hits Different” might not be about a specific breakup at all.

Rather, it could be referencing an amalgamation of memories, a hypothetical, or even a fictional character.

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Taylor Swift performs with dancers

Could the talented up-and-comer be referring to Swift and her controversial connection to Matty Healy?

We can only speculate.