"Her Town Too" by James Taylor is a song about a woman who feels isolated and betrayed in her own town. The lyrics depict her fear of going out and the constant doubt she experiences. She becomes apprehensive about who may be knocking on her door, unsure if it's a friend or someone else. The song suggests that even her old girlfriends are talking negatively about her, which adds to her feeling of being alienated. Rumors and gossip spread about her, and she becomes aware that people may be speaking ill of her behind her back. She had always considered these people to be her friends, but now she questions if they truly value her friendship. The storyline also explores a failed relationship. The woman used to be in a loving partnership with someone in town, but now he is gone and life continues without him. She is left with the house and garden, while he continues his musical career with the boys in the band. It is mentioned that some friends support him, some support her, and some understand both perspectives. The song implies that living in a small town brings additional challenges. Everyone knows each other's business, and when someone falls, it becomes public knowledge. However, the intent of the song is not to evoke pity but rather to offer support. The narrator wants to emphasize that despite the difficulties the woman faces, there are still people who care and love her. In the end, the song reflects on the memories of when the town belonged to both the woman and her former partner. It acknowledges the changes that have taken place but also acknowledges that there are still people who care about her. The lyrics, "Somebody loves you, somebody loves you, Darling, somebody still loves you," serve as a reminder that she is not alone, and there are people who still have affection for her.
