"We are so excited to have Selena Gomez in our first wave of programming on HBO Max and watch her adventures in the kitchen as she, like many of us, tries to. But I was inspired by this lady ever since. Taylor Swift has the type of classic beauty that can easily pull off an old Hollywood aesthetic effortlessly. [408][409] Vogue Australia regards her as an influential figure in sustainable fashion. The younger brother of singer-songwriter Taylor Swift , he has appeared in or produced several of her music videos and manages her film projects and music licensing . [50] As there was not enough furniture at the label yet, they would sit on the floor to do so. But with her new documentary, Miss Americanacoming to Netflix, and the trying times of the past. [505] According to The Guardian, Swift leads the rebirth of poptimism in the 21st century with her ambitious artistic vision. [141], In 2013, Swift recorded "Sweeter than Fiction", a song she wrote and produced with Jack Antonoff for the One Chance film soundtrack. Swift stopped by The Ellen Show on Thursday to promote her new single, but that's not all they talked about. ", "Detwanging country music: how Nashville took the UK", "4 Ways Billboard Woman of the Year Taylor Swift Changed Country Music", "Taylor Swift Left a Blank Space in Country Music. [42] She was one of Big Machine's first signings,[31] and her father purchased a three-percent stake in the company for an estimated $120,000. [77] Fearless became her first number-one album on the Billboard 200 and 2009's top-selling album in the U.S.[78] The Fearless Tour, Swift's first headlining concert tour, grossed over $63million. [509] Swift is the only artist in Luminate Data history to have five albums sell over a million copies in a week. t.co/oE7P1BVnNJ", "Taylor Swift's cash gift helps student take up degree", "Taylor Swift on Going Pop, Ignoring the Gossip and the Best (Worst) Nickname She's Ever Had", "Taylor Swift: 'I was literally about to break', "Taylor Swift: 'Pop music can feel like it's The Hunger Games, and like we're gladiators', "The Original 300+ Time's Up Signatories", "Taylor Swift Says She's 'Absolutely Terrified' After Roe v. Wade Decision", "Taylor Swift sends 'love' and 'respect' to LGBT fans", "Taylor Swift Urges Senate to Pass Equality Act in Letter to Tennessee Senator", "Taylor Swift Calls Out U.S. Census for Transgender Erasure", "Taylor Swift Wishes NYC's Stonewall Inn 'Happy Pride' at Surprise Set", "Taylor Swift Donates $113,000 to Tennessee Equality Project to Fight Anti-LGBTQ Bills", "Taylor Swift Makes a Generous Donation to GLAAD in Support of the LGBTQ Community", "Voter Registrations Spike as Deadlines Loom. [576][577] Economist Alan Krueger devised his concept "rockonomics"a microeconomic analysis of the music industryusing Swift, whom he considered an "economic genius". [360], On her 2020 albums Folklore and Evermore, Swift was inspired by escapism and romanticism to explore fictional narratives. [52] Borchetta said that although record industry peers initially disapproved of his signing a 15-year-old singer-songwriter, Swift tapped into a previously unknown marketteenage girls who listen to country music. [48] It made Swift the first female country-music artist to write or co-write every track on a U.S. platinum-certified album. Taylor . She was also concerned that development deals may shelve artists,[31][22] and recalled: "I genuinely felt that I was running out of time. 2007. [312] Journalists praise her ability to change industry practices, noting how her actions reformed policies of streaming platforms, prompted awareness of intellectual property among upcoming musicians,[562][563] and reshaped the concert ticketing model. [302][303] Red's eclectic pop, rock, and electronic styles intensified the critical debate, to which Swift responded, "I leave the genre labeling to other people. "I Knew You Were Trouble" reached the top five on charts in Australia, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, New Zealand, the U.K. and the U.S.[126] Three singles, "Begin Again", "22", and "Red", reached the top 20 in the U.S.[54] Red was released on October 22, 2012. [446] In 2018 and 2021, Swift donated to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. And she stayed for both the 15-hour shooting days, even when she wasn't in the scenes. However, she is in a serious relationship with British actor Joe Alwyn who is about one year younger than her. Swift said the contract included a provision for her to maintain ownership of her masters. She tied Barbra Streisand for the most number-one albums among women (11), and became the first artist in history to monopolize the Hot 100's entire top 10, with "Anti-Hero", "Lavender Haze", "Maroon", and "Snow on the Beach" featuring Lana Del Rey at the top four. ",[193] and two U.S. top-20 singles"End Game" (featuring Ed Sheeran and rapper Future) and "Delicate". [115] Rolling Stone placed Speak Now at number 45 in its 2012 list of the "50 Best Female Albums of All Time", writing: "She might get played on the country station, but she's one of the few genuine rock stars we've got these days, with a flawless ear for what makes a song click. [102] Speak Now, released on October 25, 2010,[103] debuted atop the Billboard 200 with first-week sales of one million copies. [18] She also traveled regularly to New York City for vocal and acting lessons. 4. 2", "Taylor Swift Charts All 20 Songs From 'Midnights' on Billboard Hot 100", "Taylor Swift Makes History as First Artist With Entire Top 10 on Billboard Hot 100, Led by 'Anti-Hero' at No. [180] In August 2017, Swift successfully sued David Mueller, a former radio jockey for KYGO-FM. [416], Swift is well known for her philanthropic efforts. [395] The New York Times asserted in 2013 that her "dating history has begun to stir what feels like the beginning of a backlash" and questioned whether she was in the midst of a "quarter-life crisis". The song reached number two in the U.S.[179] and won Best Collaboration at the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards. [49], Big Machine Records was still in its infancy during the June 2006 release of the lead single, "Tim McGraw", which Swift and her mother helped promote by sending copies of the CD single to country radio stations. By Doha Madani. Taylor Swift. "Johnny usually smells because he rarely . Swift became the first act to have four albums sell one million copies within one week in the U.S.[190] The album topped the charts in the UK, Australia, and Canada,[191] and had sold over 4.5million copies worldwide as of 2018. Although Swift has taken public stances in support of racial tolerance and diversity and provided a rather oblique statement of support when she spoke about the 2008 election of former President Barack Obama, her music videos and her albums are somewhat devoid of non-White artists. [320] They also praised her for refraining from correcting her pitch with Auto-Tune. With his help, Swift modeled for Abercrombie & Fitch as part of their "Rising Stars" campaign, had an original song included on a Maybelline compilation CD, and attended meetings with major record labels. [324][325][326] Pitchfork noted her as a "versatile, expressive vocalist". [19] Swift later shifted her focus toward country music, inspired by Shania Twain's songs, which made her "want to just run around the block four times and daydream about everything. Joe Alwyn reportedly proposed to Taylor Swift in January 2022. The Guardian and Vox opined that Folklore and Evermore emphasized Swift's work ethic and increased her artistic credibility. US singer Taylor Swift has confirmed a report that music mogul Scooter Braun has sold the rights to her first six albums. [493][477] Business journalist Greg Jericho describes her as a "cultural vitality". She gave a girl $90 out of her purse in Central Park to get Chipotle for the fan's birthday. [400], Swift is known for her love of cats. [230] Folklore was 2020's best-selling album in the U.S. with 1.2million copies. Keep reading for a complete list of Taylor Swift awards. Though Swift has properties throughout the U.S., she identifies Nashville as her home. [276] Hill was Swift's childhood role model, and she would often imitate her. [493][305] Critics have since noted her musical style resonating in albums released by female country singers like Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris and Kelsea Ballerini. 13. Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis had a lot in common. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart With 867,000 Units Earned in First Week in U.S.", "Lil Nas X's 'Old Town Road' Tops Billboard Hot 100 For Fifth Week, Taylor Swift's 'Me!' [292] The University of Texas at Austin,[572] New York University,[573] and Queen's University at Kingston offer courses on Swift in literary and sociopolitical contexts. [462] Swift supported the March for Our Lives movement and gun control reform,[463] and is a vocal critic of white supremacy, racism, and police brutality in the country. [13] The family moved to a rented house in the suburban town of Wyomissing, Pennsylvania,[14] where Swift attended Wyomissing Area Junior/Senior High School. Austin Kingsley Swift (born March 11, 1992) is an American actor who has starred in films such as Live by Night (2016) and I.T. [8] Swift spent her early years on a Christmas tree farm that her father had purchased from one of his clients. [361] Without referencing her personal life, she imposed emotions onto imagined characters and story arcs, which liberated her from tabloid attention and suggested new paths for her artistry. [603] Beginning with Fearless, all of her studio albums sold over a million units globally in their opening weeks. [98] She hosted and performed as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live; she was the first host to write their own opening monologue. Perfectly Fine', "Taylor Swift's 'Love Story (Taylor's Version)' Debuts at No. Who would've guessed that the curly-haired cutie we met in 2006 would go on to be one of the biggest singer-songwriters of our generation? She does, however, have a management team (called 13 Management). [454] Swift advocates for LGBT rights,[455] and has called for the passing of the Equality Act, which prohibits discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. They were a picture-perfect couple. [84] That year she won five American Music Awards, including Artist of the Year and Favorite Country Album. [266] The album debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 1.57million units and marked Swift's fifth album to open with over one million copies sold. Celebrity chef Jos Andrs is one of Swift's many. [97] In 2009, she made her television debut as a rebellious teenager in an CSI: Crime Scene Investigation episode. [143] Swift performed "As Tears Go By" with the Rolling Stones in Chicago, Illinois as part of the band's 50 & Counting tour. Billboard Hot 100. "If you're thin enough, then . "This absolutely contributes to the success of her re-releases because fans are emotionally invested in Taylor in a personal and emotional way." Swift is famously secretive about her love life, except when it comes to her music. [37] They began meeting for two-hour writing sessions every Tuesday afternoon after school. 1 With 'Lover' Album", "Taylor Swift's Red Wraps as All-Time Country Tour", "Grammys 2014: The complete list of nominees and winners", "Taylor Swift AMA Awards 2012: Pop Star Performs 'I Knew You Were Trouble' (Video)", "Taylor Swift & Justin Timberlake Win Big at American Music Awards", "Taylor Swift's Boyfriend Timeline: 10 Relationships & Their Songs", "News: Offstage: Tim McGraw Wanted to Make Taylor Swift Duet an Event", "Taylor Swift Joins Rolling Stones for 'As Tears Go By', "Taylor Swift Joins Florida Georgia Line Onstage for 'Cruise', "Taylor Swift will co-star in long-awaited adaptation of 'The Giver', "Taylor Swift Moves into NYC Apartment Built Over Mysterious River of Pink Slime", "Why Taylor Swift Thinks Nashville Is the Best Place on Earth", "The Oral History of Taylor Swift's 1989", "Watch Taylor Swift's '1989' Secret Sessions Behind The Scenes Video", "Taylor Swift's "1989" debuts with 1.287million copies sold", "Taylor Swift Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)", "Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' Blasts to No. "[25], When Swift was around 12 years old, computer repairman and local musician Ronnie Cremer taught her to play guitar. Swift has been featured in rankings such as Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time, Billboard's Greatest of All Time Artists, the Time 100 and Forbes Celebrity 100. Taylor Swift has a younger brother, Austin Kingsley Smith, who works as an actor. Kevin Winter/ACM2015/Getty Images. [443] After the COVID-19 pandemic began, Swift donated to the World Health Organization and Feeding America[444] and offered one of her signed guitars as part of an auction to raise money for the National Health Service. [445] Swift performed "Soon You'll Get Better" during the One World: Together At Home television special, a benefit concert curated by Lady Gaga for Global Citizen to raise funds for the World Health Organization's COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund. 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Taylor Swift Clapped Back at Damon Albarn After He Claimed She Didn't Write Her Own Songs Of course, my immediate reaction as a die-hard Swiftie is to jump to the singer's defense, quoting. [200], Reputation was Swift's last album with Big Machine. Taylor Swift 's boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, has been a fan favorite since news broke of their relationship in May 2017. [496][305] She is one of the first country acts to use the internet as a marketing tool, promoting her work through MySpace. [570], She is a subject of academic study;[571] her music and fame are popular topics of scholarly media research.