New York, NY – Taylor Swift recently praised Ryan Gosling’s cover of her song “All Too Well” on Saturday Night Live (SNL). During his hosting stint on the late-night show, Gosling, along with Emily Blunt, performed a version of the song, reminiscing about their characters in a Greta Gerwig-directed film. Swift took to Instagram to share her excitement over the performance, calling it “All Too Well (Ryan and Emily’s Version)”.
“All Too Well” is a song originally co-written by Swift and Liz Rose for her fourth studio album, “Red,” released in 2012. Swift released a re-recorded version of the song as part of “Red (Taylor’s Version)” in 2021, including a “10 Minute Version” accompanied by a short film starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien.
In Gosling and Blunt’s rendition on SNL, the actors playfully attempted to break up with their respective film characters from “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer.” The lyrics of their performance humorously reflected on their characters’ relationships, set to the tune of Swift’s iconic song.
Gosling and Blunt’s collaboration on SNL not only showcased their comedic chemistry but also served as a nod to their upcoming movie “The Fall Guy.” The choice to sing a Swift song was a deliberate nod to their project, with Gosling’s character in the film finding solace in the artist’s music.
The entertaining monologue by Gosling and Blunt has been well-received by fans and adds to the anticipation for their new movie. Their playful and melodious take on “All Too Well” on SNL garnered attention and appreciation from viewers, further showcasing their talent and on-screen dynamic.
Overall, the performance on SNL highlighted the versatility and creativity of both actors, offering a refreshing and amusing twist on Swift’s beloved song. As fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming movie, the on-screen chemistry displayed in their SNL monologue only adds to the excitement surrounding their collaboration.