Ours

"Ours" is a song written and recorded by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift for the deluxe edition of her third studio album, Speak Now (2010). It was released to US country radio as the album's last single on December 5, 2011, by Big Machine Records. Produced by Swift and Nathan Chapman, "Ours" is an understated country pop ballad with a folk-influenced production. The lyrics depict a young couple's resilience to protect their relationship despite others' scrutiny. Music critics noted that "Ours" features an understated production as opposed to Swift's previous upbeat singles, and complimented the intricate lyrical details. In the United States, the song peaked at number one on the Hot Country Songs chart and at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100, and was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Internationally, the song charted on the singles charts of Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The single was supported by a music video directed by Declan Whitebloon featuring Zach Gilford. Swift performed the song live at the 2011 Country Music Association Awards and included it in the concerts of her Speak Now World Tour. A re-recorded version, titled "Ours (Taylor's Version)", was released as part of her third re-recorded album Speak Now (Taylor's Version) on July 7, 2023. Background and composition American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift began work on her third studio album, Speak Now (2010), two years prior to its release. "Ours" is a bonus song on the album's deluxe edition, which was available exclusively via Target in the United States. On November 8, 2011, "Ours" was released for download through the US iTunes Store by Big Machine Records. A promotional CD single was released on November 21, 2011; the CD single includes the song and a recorded live performance of "Ours". It was released to US country radio as the album's sixth and final single on December 5, 2011. my balls are missing