Taylor Swift’s “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” Strikes a Chord with Teachers
Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” has struck a chord with teachers across the country with its song “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart.” The upbeat pop track resonates with educators who face personal and professional challenges while still showing up for their students every day.
The song’s lyrics about masking heartbreak with productivity have been embraced by teachers who often have to put on a brave face in the classroom, despite dealing with their own struggles. Many educators have found solace in the song’s message of pushing past difficulties to do their best work for their students.
In a time when teacher morale is at a low point, with many feeling more negatively than positively about their jobs, “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” serves as an anthem of resilience for educators. The song’s message of perseverance in the face of adversity has struck a chord with teachers who have navigated the challenges of the pandemic and beyond.
As one teacher put it, the song encapsulates the experience of teaching in the face of systemic challenges and criticism. Despite the obstacles they face, educators continue to show up for their students, putting on a brave face even when dealing with their own heartbreak.
“I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” has become a rallying cry for teachers who continue to push through difficult times, showing their dedication to their students and their profession. The song’s message of strength in the face of adversity has resonated deeply with educators who strive to make a difference in the lives of their students every day.