Hidden Narratives in the ‘Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)’ Vault Tracks Sarah Deavers, University of Virginia The songs that didn't make the cut the first time around prove that, even at 18, Swift knew her way around a melody.… July 25, 2023
Does Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’ Sabotage Her Current Business Model? Kylie Clifton, Loyola Marymount University Fans were expecting another re-recorded album, but Taylor Swift’s announcement of her 10th original studio album switches up the plan.… September 12, 2022
Taylor Swift’s ‘Carolina’ Perfectly Encapsulates the Story of ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ Virginia Beall, Elon University The recent release from Swift uses subtle hints to reveal the story of the original novel and film.… July 17, 2022
‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ Inspired Clever Social Media Marketing Strategies Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology Swift's re-recording of one of her most popular albums has taken the world by storm — and big companies are not excluded.… December 8, 2021
‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ and Taylor Swift’s Masterful Use of Lyrical Parallels Esha Shah, New Jersey Institute of Technology The musician's newest re-released album shows how she has perfected the art of linking all of her music to form a bigger picture.… November 29, 2021
‘Fearless (Taylor’s Version),’ Reminiscing, and the Value of Music Rights Emma Watts, University of Arizona Swift’s newly rerecorded release is the pinnacle of nostalgia and a powerful symbol for smaller music artists.… April 20, 2021
‘You All Over Me (From the Vault)’ Perfectly Embodies Taylor Swift’s Talent Kieran Benson, Luther College The American singer-songwriter's latest song is both nostalgic and fresh, reminding listeners of the musical ingenuity that she has always had.… April 11, 2021
‘Love Story (Taylor’s Version)’ Is a Love Letter to Swifties Everywhere Kieran Benson, Luther College In her re-recordings of several songs from earlier in her career, Taylor Swift reclaims her songs while professing her admiration for her fans.… March 1, 2021
Does the Storytelling on ‘Evermore’ Stack Up To ‘Folklore’? Emma Watts, University of Arizona Taylor Swift surprised fans with a second 2020 album, but is this one as good as her previous release?… December 24, 2020
‘Evermore’ Reflects the Pain of an Isolated 2020, Seeks Hope in 2021 Haven Worley, University of Rochester The effects of COVID-19 can be heard in the somber themes of Taylor Swift's newest album.… December 22, 2020
Swifties Are Wondering About the Queer Undertones in ‘Folklore’ Audrey Martin, Boston University Since the release of Taylor Swift's eighth studio album, some fans have been speculating about possible double meanings in songs like 'betty.'… August 26, 2020
Taylor Swift’s ‘The Man’ Is Important, But It’s Not Revolutionary Asha MacKay, Wellesley College Her turn toward social commentary has received praise, but every artist should be taking on these issues — and many already do.… March 25, 2020
Taylor Swift’s Dramatic Music Evolution Through The Years Sarah Hoenig, Texas A&M University From 2006 to today, Taylor Swift had a huge music evolution changing her style with every album.… March 30, 2018
Taylor Swift Is Reclaiming Her ‘Reputation’ with Her Latest Album Christina Vazquez, University of Central Florida Sorry, the old Taylor can’t come to the phone right now. Why? Oh, because she’s taking over the music industry.… September 14, 2017