"Cruel Summer" is a song by Taylor Swift, released on August 23, 2019, as part of her studio album "Lover". The song was written and produced by Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff. The song features synths and drum beats reminiscent of 1980s pop, with Swift's vocals taking center stage. The lyrics explore the intensity of a summer romance and the heartache that follows when it ends. "Cruel Summer" received critical acclaim upon its release and peaked at number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song was accompanied by a music video, which depicts Swift enjoying a summer fling.