the crazy thing is no matter whether you end midnights with dear reader, hits different, or you’re losing me, it perfectly sets up the scene for the opening verse of fortnight. my particular favorite “or have they come to take me away?” from HD going into fortnight’s opening line
"Pretty as a picture that you didn't post" is such a simple, common phrase but it really demonstrates Taylor's ASTOUNDING ability to extract emotions from everyday occurrences that are relatable for so many people yet most never give a second thought to. Babylon is a masterpiece!