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Taylor Swift is a US women's soccer team super fan at New Jersey concert

Fresh off their World Cup championship, the players joined Swift onstage in during her 1989 world tour

Taylor Swift was a true all-American girl at her concert Friday night as she honored the US women’s soccer team by bringing them onstage.

Fresh off their World Cup championship, the players joined Swift during her hit song Style at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey . Four of the players are from New Jersey.

Concertgoers screamed loudly for the players, who waved two American flags and sang along. They also brought their trophy and let the singer hold it.

“I wanna hold it one more time,” Swift said.

They huddled like a team at the end of the performance, and the audience chanted “USA” after they exited.

Swift’s swagger continued when she and her famous friends re-created her popular Bad Blood video onstage. Lena Dunham , Hailee Steinfeld, Gigi Hadid and Lily Aldridge – all dressed in character from the song’s action-filled music video – joined the pop star during the beat-driven track.

“We’re going to bring the Bad Blood video to life,” Swift said.

And before Swift called out the soccer team during Style, she introduced model Heidi Klum, who worked the singer’s stage like a runway.

But the night wasn’t completely dominated by women. Swift brought R&B pop singer The Weeknd onstage to sing his latest hit, Can’t Feel My Face. Swift even sang some of the second verse.

Swift’s Friday stop on her 1989 World Tour featured songs from her best-selling 1989 album, including Blank Space, Welcome to New York and Out of the Woods. She closed with the anthemic Shake It Off. Opening acts included HAIM, Vance Joy and Shawn Mendes.

The US women’s soccer team celebrated earlier Friday in New York City with a parade. The US returned to the top of the Fifa women’s rankings after winning the World Cup . The US toppled Germany before beating Japan 5-2 in Sunday’s final in Vancouver, British Columbia, to collect the top prize in women’s soccer for the first time in 16 years.

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Taylor Swift’s Epic ‘1989’ Tour: Every Night With Us Is Like a Dream

By Rob Sheffield

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Welcome to New York! Ish! Taylor Swift brought it all back home last night, or at least to New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, for her 1989 Tour. Never one to do things halfway, Swift has made this a pop show — or rather the pop show, as far as 2015 is concerned. The whole night was a two-hour pop-blitz spectacle, where the songs retain all the teardrops-on-my-guitar intimacy of her early days, except blown up into massive electro-warrior emotional avalanches pushing the can’t-even-ometer into the red. This show had it all: life lessons (“You are not the opinion of someone who doesn’t know you!”), synth-disco raves, acoustic ballads, explosions, video interviews with her cats, sparkle-intensive costume changes, a Weeknd duet and oh yeah, the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team parading through the crowd to “Style” in front of 60,000 screaming fans. That kind of night.

When Bruce Springsteen plays NYC, he likes to joke about how the city’s beloved hometown icons — Sinatra, the Statue of Liberty, the sports teams — are rooted in Jersey. There was an element of that when Swift kicked off with her new theme song “Welcome to New York,” explaining, “Although we’re in New Jersey, our story opens in New York.” But these songs aren’t really about any particular city any more than they’re about any particular boy — they all take place in the galaxy Taylor creates in her songs, one where everything orbits around one girl’s mood swings, where boys are disposable and cats are keepers, where girlfriends matter and lying about your feelings is not how things are done around here. (A handwritten sign taped to a door backstage: “Cats Roaming. Do Not Open.” Only on Planet Tay.) It was the kind of show that could only make emotional sense in a stadium this size.

As always, the hardcore fans were a crucial part of the spectacle, in full gear with their costumes and glowsticks. The crowd was, as Taylor said, “jumping and dancing and loud and lit up and dressed up.” There was a gang of girls with their birthdates bedazzled on their shirts a la the 1989 logo—2004, 2007, etc—while their moms proudly repped 1976. Two girls with matching lightboards, one saying WE’RE TOO BUSY DANCING and the other TO GET KNOCKED OFF OUR FEET. A couple of girls with homemade Mean Girls -style shirts announcing, “You Can’t Swift With Us.” The fan faves were probably the girls carrying giant Starbucks venti cups as big as they were, with the logo tweaked to STARBUCKS LOVERS and Taylor’s face in the middle. That’s how a Swift show works: You love the players and you love the game.

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“We all have different insecurities, different fears, different scars,” Taylor announced. “There are many different types of people here tonight. But we have one thing in common: When we feel great amounts of joy or great amounts of pain, we turn to music, and that’s why we’re here tonight.” The show was a marathon—19 songs, stretching almost to midnight. The new songs, despite their studio sheen, really kick live—especially synth-pop epiphanies like “New Romantics” (where Taylor’s male harem of private dancers toted her around on a park bench) and “Blank Space.” She rocked a glow-in-the-dark polka-dot ensemble for “How You Get The Girl,” as her dancing boys twirled neon umbrellas and her band staged an extremely welcome twin-guitar duel. She picked up her trusty acoustic guitar for “Can’t Feel My Face” with the Weeknd, whose hair might have been the most truly 1989 thing in sight.

She radically revised the oldies, which did not stop anyone from singing them. “I Knew You Were Trouble” began with a slow creepy goth-industrial intro — loads of the Sisters of Mercy’s Andrew Eldritch in her vocals! Floodland , holla! — before the drums kicked in and turned it into a rock-me-Amadeus stomp. “Love Story” became a synth ballad, as she whisked around the stadium on her magic levitating catwalk. Even better was the hair-metal version of “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” which has never-ever-ever sounded this nasty–Taylor in leather at the lip of the stage, doing a perfect version of the Slash guitar slouch, shoulders hunched, hair falling over face. Who knows, maybe Tay will do an full-on Headbanger’s Ball album next time.

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And because she’s Taylor, she talked the talk. You have never heard a pop star say “Let me clarify that statement” more times in one night. It got heavy, like when she confessed, “Real talk, Jersey: I haven’t always felt like I have real friends, or any friends at all.” She gave the crowd her list of friendship requirements (“You have to like me” and “you have to want to spend time with me,” with various codicils and subclauses). She also told us, “If I had my way, everything would be simple for all of you. I wish nobody would ever mess with your mind. I wish nobody would wait two days to text you back, when you know they had their phone with them the whole time!” That line got one of the biggest roars of the night.

But the hugest moment had to be “Style,” when she brought out the U.S. soccer team, just a few hours after their ticker-tape victory parade. They looked like they were having a blast, strutting down the catwalk, waving giant flags. (After the show they gave her a SWIFT #13 team jersey.) She also brought out Project Runway host Heidi Klum, who if memory serves is from one of the countries the U.S. team aufed in the tournament. (Let the healing begin!) Tay’s been preaching the girl-bonding gospel so long, it’s easy to take that part of her game for granted — but that’s just a measure of how much she’s changed the pop-star landscape. For “Bad Blood,” she struck a pose with video comrades Hailee Steinfeld, Lily Aldridge, Gigi Hadid and Lena Dunham — she shows off her girlfriend collection the way rock bands like Guns N Roses or Great White used to make videos where the girlfriends lounge around the soundstage.

(And speaking of Taylor girlfriends, a sincere question: have Haim always been this good? I wasn’t a fan going in but their opening set was fire, roughing up their pop hits and doing a fantastic version of “Oh Well,” by the Peter Green edition of Fleetwood Mac, which sounds sounds so snotty as a sullen-teen-girl anthem — “Don’t ask me what I think of you / I might not give the answer that you waaant me toooo.” Somewhere, Peter Green must be proud these black magic women have given this song a new life.)

As usual for a Swift show, the quiet moments were some of the most intense, especially “Clean,” “This Love” and the piano medley of “Enchanted” and “Wildest Dreams,” where she whipped out the piano-hair windmills. One of the highlights was “You Are In Love”—not just a deep cut, but a bonus track—where she led the whole crowd in a sing-along. Funny how all the state-of-the-art special effects can’t hold a glowstick to the visceral power of 60,000 fans singing about love pains.

It all ended with “Shake It Off,” with fireworks, confetti and dancing boys in purple Angus Young schoolboy outfits. All night, the Eighties concept took many different forms — from the pre-show mix tape (Human League, Toto, Fine Young Cannibals and my girl Tiffany) to the beats. But mostly, it’s in the way she embodies the Eighties ideal of a pop star — Madonna, Prince, Bruce — as an auteur who makes every album, every tour something new. Honestly, if Taylor Swift had just done the Red tour all over again, plugging in the new songs with some greatest hits, that would have been fine with absolutely everyone. Taking the easy way would have been 100 percent good enough. It just wasn’t what she wanted to do. Instead, she wanted to push a little harder and make a gloriously epic pop mess like this. What a night.

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1. “Welcome to New York” 2. “New Romantics” 3. “Blank Space” 4. “I Knew You Were Trouble” 5. “I Wish You Would” 6. “How You Get the Girl” 7. “I Know Places” 8. “All You Had to Do Was Stay” 9. “Can’t Feel My Face” with The Weeknd 10. “You Are in Love” 11. “Clean” 12. “Love Story” 13. “Style” 14. “This Love” 15. “Bad Blood” 16. “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” 17. “Enchanted”/“Wildest Dreams” 18. “Out of the Woods” 19. “Shake It Off”

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Every Single One of Taylor Swift’s A-List Guests on Her 1989 World Tour

By Kathryn Amey

Taylor Swift’s 1989 World Tour managed to be even more star-studded than the MTV Video Music Awards, which everyone who's anyone attends (except One Direction, who were noticeably absent from T-Swift's tour too, sob.)

She brought out fellow song-of-the-summer contenders like Fetty Wap and Walk the Moon, the entire girl gang from "Bad Blood," half the cast of Friends , and America's very own sweetheart (that's Julia Roberts for the uninitiated). Does Taylor Swift know everyone? It's quite likely.

Because it's impossible to stay on top of her sprawling roster of A-list guests, we've put together an exhaustive timeline of every last star-powered appearance during the 1989 tour, from her model squad of BFFs to some of the world’s biggest recording artists.

Dwyane Wade, October 27: And Taylor’s final South Beach special appearance? The Miami Heat star, who also happened to bring along a personalized jersey for the lady of the hour.

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Pitbull, October 27: That same night, Taylor and Pitbull gave the fans everything - see what we did there? – and performed his latest hit together.

Ricky Martin, October 27: “Shake Your Bon Bon” meets “Shake It Off” on stage in Mia

Tove Lo, October 24: Taylor was clearly excited about her “Talking Body” duet partner – she couldn’t stop posting Instagram snaps of the night!

Miranda Lambert, October 21: In North Carolina, country reigned supreme and Miranda absolutely slayed her smash “Little Red Wagon.”

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Ellie Goulding, October 17: Virginia must be for lovers, because it’s where Tay’s “Bad Blood” co-star joined her on stage (again!) for a duet of her mega-hit, “Love Me Like You Do.”

Charli XCX, October 3: And for Taylor’s second sold-out show in Toronto, she took the party up a notch, bringing Charli XCX on stage for a performance of “Boom Clap”

Keith Urban, October 2: Canadian fans got to hear not one, but two duets performed by the country-pop superstars.

Nelly (featuring HAIM), September 29:

The only thing better than the rapper performing his hit “Hot In Herre” on stage in St. Louis? Taylor and HAIM joining in as back-up dancers.

Leona Lewis, September 26: Tay’s second night in Nashville was just as star-studded as the first, complete with Leona Lewis singing “Bleeding Love” with our girl.

Mick Jagger, September 26: Harry Styles would be proud! Taylor shocked her audience (and thrilled all the parents!) when she brought out the incomparable lead singer of the Rolling Stones.

Kelsea Ballerini, September 25:

Tay spread the love in her hometown of Nashville, inviting this rising country superstar on stage for a duet.

Dierks Bentley, September 21: Kansas City fans sure will remember this incredible performance of “Every Mile A Memory.”

Echosmith, September 18: Once just wasn’t enough! Echosmith’s lead singer, Sydner Sierota, made another epic appearance on the fall leg of 1989 Tour.

The Band Perry, September 16: In Indianapolis fans were treated to an all-star rendition of the country classic, “If I Die Young.”

Wiz Khalifa, September 9: Taylor and Wiz teamed up for a once-in-a-lifetime performance of “See You Again” in Houston.

Avril Lavingne, August 29: The pair sang Avril’s breakout hit “Complicated” and it was basically the best duet of all time.

OMI, August 29: Taylor proved she was the ultimate cheerleader with this killer collab.

Lisa Kudrow, August 26: Do you think Tay's cats felt personally insulted?

Justin Timberlake, August 26: “Mirrors” is only made better by the addition of T Swift.

Selena Gomez, August 26: Besties that sing (“Good For You,” obviously) together, stay together.

John Legend, August 25: We are getting all of the feels thanks to this performance of "All Of Me."

Beck and St Vincent, August 25: Taylor, Beck, and St Vincent came together for a cover of "Dreams" in L.A. that was, quite literally, dreamy.

Ellen DeGeneres, August 24: Just because she didn’t chime in, doesn’t mean that Ellen wasn’t showing off some serious pop princess swagger…

Alanis Morissette, August 24: Tay performed Alanis's classic '90s jam, "You Oughta Know," alongside the Canadian icon in L.A.

Natalie Maines, August 24: Taylor got back to her country roots with an appearance from this Dixie Chick.

Matt LeBlanc, Chris Rock, and Sean O'Pry, August 22: Some of TV's funniest men — and one of the world's hottest ("Blank Space," anyone?) — also made a special appearance on tour.

Mary J Blige, August 22: R&B royalty meets our favorite pop princess for a duet of "Doubt."

Uzo Aduba, August 22: Fans of Orange is the New Black got a serious surprise when they found out that this incredible actress is also an amazing singer.

Kobe Bryant, August 21: Tay's not just friends with the model crowd, sports legends love her too.

Ryan Tedder, August 21: Not only did Taylor and Ryan work together on "Welcome to New York" and "I Know Places," they've now also performed a rendition of "Counting Stars" together.

Julia Roberts, August 15: America's sweethearts came together to show off their dance moves to "Style."

Little Mix, August 15: We’re all about this black magic.

Fifth Harmony, August 14: These ladies definitely proved they were worth it during a stop of the mega-star’s tour.

Fetty Wap, August 8: You just have to see Taylor's rap skills on "Trap Queen."

Ciara, August 8: Yeah, it doesn't get much cooler than this...

Nico & Vinz, August 1: Even Norwegian rappers made an appearance on the 1989 tour.

MKTO, July 25: What could be better than all of Taylor's fans singing along to "Classic"? Not a lot.

Walk the Moon, July 24: "Shut up and watch me dance." — Taylor Swift at every awards show.

Sam Hunt, July 19: The rising country star showed up in Chicago to perform "Take Your Time." On a park bench, no less...

Serayah, July 18: Another day, another incredible "Style" collaboration.

Andy Grammer, July 18: Honey, this is one good duet.

Jason Derulo, July 14: The pair sang Taylor’s “favorite summer song” and it was everything.

Lorde, July 13: Talk about some serious music royalty.

“Bad Blood” Cast Members, July 11: East Rutherford, NJ got a serious high-fashion takeover thanks to Gigi Hadid, Lily Aldridge, and the rest of the “Bad Blood” music video cast.

Nick Jonas, July 11: Jealous doesn't even begin to cover how we feel about those who got to see this performance...

U.S. Women's Soccer Team, July 10: Like we've said before: is there anyone that Taylor doesn't know?

The Weeknd, July 10: Is there any genre Taylor Swift can’t take on?

Rachel Platten, June 13 We did not think "Fight Song" could get any better. We were wrong.

Cara Delevingne, June 12: And just in case you hadn’t had enough of those killer “Bad Blood” ladies, Cara also was sure to stop by to see her pal on stage.

Echosmith, June 12: Echosmith's front woman Sydney Sierota totally got the Taylor Swift treatment during their girl power-filled duet.

Imagine Dragons' Dan Reynolds, May 30: This duet was pretty much as radioactive as they come.

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Taylor Swift ’s 1989 World Tour hit MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., on Friday, which coincided perfectly with the U.S. women’s national team’s trip to New York City. 

The USWNT was honored earlier Friday with a ticker tape parade down the Canyon of Heroes in Lower Manhattan, capping off a wild week that saw the Americans get a victory rally in Los Angeles and appear on “Good Morning America.” Their latest victory tour stop was at the 1989 tour, as they had enough time to get to New Jersey and shake it off with Swift herself.

Members of the team joined Swift on stage for her hit song “Style,” walking the runway.

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It’s official: Taylor Swift is heading out on a world tour for 1989 .

After the singer teased a corresponding arena jaunt to her fifth studio album while on Good Morning America this past Thursday — “I am gonna be going out on tour very soon. We’re in the early stages of planning the actual show. I’m excited about announcing things when I can announce them, but it’s going to be happening!” — Swift officially announced her world tour on Monday morning.

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The tour will begin in Louisiana on May 20, 2015, and hit venues in North America and Europe before heading to Australia in December 2015. Vance Joy  and Shawn Mendes will be featured throughout the tour.

American Express cardholders and members of the TaylorSwift.com email list will be able to purchase tickets before the general public.

Watch the video announcement below, followed by the full list of dates (since the singer’s tweet crashed her website shortly after the news broke).

May 20, 2015 – Bossier City, LA – CenturyLink Center

May 22, 2015 – Baton Rouge, LA – LSU Tiger Stadium

May 30, 2015 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field

June 2, 2015 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center

June 3, 2015 – Cleveland, OH – Quicken Loans Arena

June 6, 2015 – Pittsburgh, PA – Heinz Field

June 8, 2015 – Charlotte, NC – Time Warner Cable Arena

June 9, 2015 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

June 13, 2015 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field

June 20, 2015 – Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany – Lanxess Arena

June 21, 2015 – Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome

June 23, 2015 – Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom – SSE Hydro

June 24, 2015 – Manchester, NW, England United Kingdom – Arena

June 27, 2015 – London, England, United Kingdom – British Summertime Hyde Park

July 6, 2015 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre

July 7, 2015 – Montreal, QB – Bell Centre

July 11, 2015 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium

July 13, 2015 – Washington, DC – Nationals Park

July 18, 2014 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field

July 24, 2015 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium

July 25, 2015 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium

August 1, 2015 – Vancouver, BC – BC Place Stadium

August 4, 2015 – Edmonton, AB – Rexall Place

August 5, 2015 – Edmonton, AB – Rexall Place

August 8, 2015 – Seattle, WA – CenturyLink Field

August 15, 2015 – Santa Clara, CA – Levi’s Stadium

August 17, 2015 – Glendale, AZ – Gila River Arena

August 18, 2015 – Glendale, AZ – Gila River Arena

August 25, 2015 – Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center

August 26, 2015 – Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center

August 29, 2015 – San Diego, CA – PETCO Park

September 4, 2015 – Salt Lake City, UT – EnergySolutions Arena

September 5, 2015 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center

September 6, 2015 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center

September 9, 2015 – Fargo, ND – Fargodome

September 11, 2015 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center

September 12, 2015 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center

September 16, 2015 – Indianapolis, IN – Bankers Life Fieldhouse

September 17, 2015 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

September 18, 2015 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena

September 21, 2015 – Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center

September 22, 2015 – Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center

September 25, 2015 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

September 26, 2015 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena

October 2, 2015 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre

October 3, 2015 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre

October 8, 2015 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena

October 9, 2015 – Omaha, NE – CenturyLink Center

October 10, 2015 – Omaha, NE – CenturyLink Center

October 13, 2015 – St. Louis, MO – Scottrade Center

October 14, 2015 – St. Louis, MO – Scottrade Center

October 17, 2015 – Dallas, TX – AT&T Stadium

October 20, 2015 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena

October 21, Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum Complex

October 24, 2015 – Atlanta, GA – Georgia Dome

October 27, 2015 – Miami, FL – American Airlines Arena

October 31, 2015 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium

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All year long — and seemingly all our lives — Taylor Swift has been welcoming her friends, idols, and everyone in between to the stage for her 1989 world tour. The guest appearances have been at turns inspired and confusing, ranging from the Weeknd to Imagine Dragons , Justin Timberlake to her "Bad Blood" model crew , girl groups like Little Mix and Fifth Harmony to Chris Rock and Matt LeBlanc . Even Ian McKellen recently revealed that he and best friend Patrick Stewart got an invitation to the 1989 stage, but had to turn it down due to prior commitments.

As Swift said at her show in  Santa Clara on August 15:

"Any artist that you see on the 1989 world tour stage is here because they wanted to be, out of the goodness of their own heart. They wanted to be here to perform for you, and to surprise you. This means they came here for free. This means they could've been doing anything else...but they wanted to be with you. They're here because they love you, and that's such an incredible honor."

Swift's claim that all the 1989 world tour guests wanted to be there "out of the goodness of their own heart" is a lovely sentiment, but I have a feeling that everyone walking the "1989 runway" is less interested in pleasing fans than in absorbing the incredible attention the moment affords them. Swift is one of the biggest pop performers on the planet. Any friend of hers is a friend of millions.

(Thank god Sirs Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart have each other.)

As for Swift, I believe she is thrilled to welcome each and every one of these people to the stage. Every time she introduces a new guest, she throws her hands up like she's on a roller coaster, giddy with some combination of excitement, triumph, and power. Whatever the motivations for the guests — fun, publicity, a "what the hell" lark — one thing is abundantly clear:  Taylor Swift is having the time of her life.

To save you the trouble of going over her dozens of guests, here are the eight most memorable surprise appearances from Taylor Swift's 1989 tour — so far, anyway.

8) Joan Baez and Julia Roberts (Santa Clara, August 15)

Tonight Joan Baez and Julia Roberts danced it out to 'Style'. These two women are my heroes. What an honor. pic.twitter.com/ERFqo1SS8H — Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 16, 2015

There are so many questions about this pairing, who went onstage together at Swift's Santa Clara concert to dance along to "Style." Did they know each other beforehand? Is this part of a blood pact neither remembers making in the '90s? How many people in that stadium were appropriately heartbroken to get a Joan Baez appearance instead of a Joan Baez performance ?

So, okay, this isn't one of Swift's "best" surprises, but you can't beat it for the sheer "Why is this happening?" factor. The Baez/Roberts pairing also highlights another important demographic of Taylor Swift's guests of choice, namely the "We're doing this for our kids" quadrant. (See also: the aforementioned Rock and LeBlanc .)

7) Lisa Kudrow (Los Angeles, August 26)

Many give Los Angeles grief for its smog and entertainment-obsessed industries, but the city's best revenge is its proximity to just about every major star. Ergo, and to be upfront: LA is disproportionately represented on this list. (Swift also played there for five nights in a row.)

After confusing everyone by bringing out LeBlanc, she made a more understandable Friends choice the next night with Lisa Kudrow, who appeared (barely) in character as the folk-singing Phoebe Buffay.

Swift was visibly thrilled. She told the stadium with a wink that this guest "has only ever played in coffeehouses" before they strummed acoustic guitars in tandem for a stadium sing-along of Buffay's biggest (and only) hit, "Smelly Cat." The only thing that could have made it more of a trip for Friends fans would be if they did a breakdown à la the recorded version of "Smelly Cat," which was decidedly more pop than its folksy predecessor.

6) Beck and St. Vincent (Los Angeles, August 25)

Getting to play 'Dreams' with @Beck and @st_vincent is something I'll remember forever. I can't even express it. pic.twitter.com/haLQzBxpbg — Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 26, 2015

For as much pop star power as Swift wrung out from Los Angeles, she also brought out an act that confused much of her stadium audience. Beck joined Swift to perform his latest single "Dreams," with guitar goddess St. Vincent accompanying. Videos show much of the floor audience blinking in confusion at the runway instead of dancing along.

This is a shame, because Beck and St. Vincent's performance on the Staples Center stage is rock solid. Beck matched the stadium's energy by jumping up and down like an excitable teen at his first concert. St. Vincent (a.k.a. Annie Clark) accompanied him on her angular new Eddie Ball signature guitar . Every so often, Swift noticed that St. Vincent was standing off on her own and went over to lean a friendly elbow on her shoulder. St. Vincent is a documented Swift fan , but she eventually had to shrug her off to strut down the runway and rip her guitar solo to shreds.

St. Vincent casually slaying that guitar solo while pyro goes off in the background. Beck and I having a dance party. I don't know how to process any of the events of tonight. A video posted by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) on Aug 26, 2015 at 12:56am PDT

It was glorious.

5) Fetty Wap (Seattle, August 8)

FETTY WAP. TRAP QUEEN. SEATTLE. 60,000 PPL. OH MY GOD. @fettywap thank you so much for coming!! Unreal!! pic.twitter.com/3fFuhZh7Pg — Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 9, 2015

Fetty Wap exploded on the radio this summer with his single  "Trap Queen." While he just won the 2015 VMA for Best New Artist, he performed in Swift's stadium like he's been doing it for years. He was totally unconcerned with the crowd as he slid all over the enormous 1989 stage, which fit right in with the straightforward confidence of "Trap Queen."

When recounting the tour night with Fetty Wap on Instagram, Swift claimed that he left her "unable to find [her] chill." After watching videos of the performance, she was absolutely correct. She did her best to keep up, mouthing the words and striding down the runway in her thigh-high boots in her best impression of a model walk. For the most part, though, she just let Fetty do his thing.

4) Mary J. Blige (Los Angeles, August 23)

Blige joined Swift on the stage to sing "Family Affair" and her new power ballad "Doubt." All Swift could hope to do was let her soar. For all her best efforts to join in, Swift probably knew she couldn't match Blige's vocals, and so she largely kept her part to clapping and throwing her hands in the air (a Swift staple ).

Swift and Swift's raised arm and Blige on the 1989 world tour stage.

Blige's energy was infectious. Her belting filled the enormous Staples Center as she sang the song's climactic affirmation:

Now you're looking at a leader Now you're staring at a queen You said I'll never be someone But now I'm pulling all the strings.

Can't imagine why Swift likes this song so much. Still, nice moment.

3) The US women's national soccer team (East Rutherford, New Jersey, July 10)

Taylor Swift and the 2015 Women's World Cup champions. And Heidi Klum.

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The week after winning the World Cup, the US women's soccer team joined Swift for a victory lap. This is one of the most purely fun surprise appearances on the tour, as the team grinned from ear to ear and soaked up the warm reception from the audience of New Jersey's MetLife Stadium. They even managed to upstage supermodel of the world Heidi Klum as she worked the catwalk, which, despite Donald Trump's  best efforts to denigrate Klum's current appeal, will always be a feat.

As for Swift? She got to hold the trophy.

You guys. @taylorswift13 brought @ussoccer_wnt on stage at her show tonight AND LOOK AT THIS PHOTO. pic.twitter.com/HgRmpY3kFN — Erin Sorensen (@erinsorensen) July 11, 2015

2) Natalie Maines (Los Angeles, August 24)

As Swift ascends higher and higher into the glitzy world of pop stardom, it's always a little jarring — in the best way — when she reaches back to her country roots. Swift is so comfortable in the country world that her voice noticeably settles when she allows it to twang. So it's unsurprising her Natalie Maines introduction gushed with praise for the Dixie Chicks frontwoman, whom she cited as a vital influence on her early musical aspirations:

"If not for this woman and her band, I would not have known that you can be quirky, and fun, and yourself, and outspoken, and brave, and real...I wouldn't have dreamed the things that I dreamed, and I wouldn't be on this stage today."

The two women then broke out into the Dixie Chicks' revenge fantasy song "Goodbye Earl," which was also apparently Swift's "go-to talent show song."

This appearance therefore accomplishes two important things: 1) Maines gets to fill a stadium with her astonishing powerhouse of a voice, and 2) we get to imagine a tiny Swift strutting around a fold-out stage while trilling, "Well, it wasn't two weeks after she got married that / Wanda started gettin' abused / She put on dark glasses and long sleeved blouses / And make-up to cover her bruise..."

(Note: "Goodbye Earl" is a very strange choice to sing through a talent show grin.)

1) Alanis Morissette (Los Angeles, August 24)

Swift tends to take her time introducing her guests. She builds up the anticipation, starting from a conspiratorial whisper before revving up to a grand announcement in the bombastic style of a circus ringleader (which, well, she kind of is). To pump up the crowd for Morissette's impending arrival, Swift prowled the stage in a leather catsuit and intoned:

"She inspired a generation of confessional female singer/songwriters, who all of a sudden felt like you could actually say these raw feelings that you had. You could actually sing about your real life, you could put detail into it. You could get really really mad if you wanted to."

This is just a very good summation of Alanis Morissette's appeal. Also, Swift sells the hell out of it. There's no way she could care deeply about every single guest on her tour, but this moment echoes her adoration for Maines in its sincerity. Swift has built her career on confessional songwriting, so it's genuinely touching to see her paying tribute to a woman who both popularized and challenged the genre.

Then Morissette emerged from the floor, singing "You Oughta Know."

Of all the songs off her smash album Jagged Little Pill , "You Oughta Know" is perhaps the most explicitly angry. "You Oughta Know" tells the story of heartbreak through rage-induced tears, a feeling Swift came closest to capturing with "Blank Space." "Raw" is absolutely the right word.

Watching Swift and Morissette belt the song together is startling, then exhilarating. It's exactly what every surprise 1989 world tour appearance should be like — though it will be harder to thrill people when they come to expect something so great every time.

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• We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together Play Video
• I Knew You Were Trouble ( shortened ) Play Video
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Long Island Taylor Swift fans gear up for a MetLife concert to remember 

Kayla Donahue, left, a New Hyde Park native, poses with performer Taylor Swift in 2010.  Credit: Kayla Donahue

Caitlyn Tumino can close her eyes and the flashback starts: She’s 11 years old at the album release party for “Fearless,” Taylor Swift’s second album, in 2008. She’s approached by someone who she can only describe as a “goddess.” (In retrospect, Tumino notes, this could be simply because the person is front of her was nearly 6 feet tall.)

It was Taylor Swift.

“She came up to me and signed my booklet from the first album, and she looked me in the eyes and said, ‘Thank you so much for buying my first album! I hope you buy my second one,’ ” says Tumino, of Huntington.

“I was hooked,” says Tumino, who now works in social media marketing. “ ‘Fearless’ was a big thing for me as an 11-year-old, and then for the rest of my life.”

Now Tumino, along with many other Long Island-based Swift fans, is heading to MetLife Stadium on Memorial Day weekend for the Eras Tour. These are not only the biggest shows of Swift’s career — the tour has potential to become the top grossing of all time, according to Forbes . All three shows are sold out, and with this being the hottest ticket in town, crowds are expected to be “larger than at a normal concert,” says MetLife Stadium’s director of marketing and communications, Helen Strus.

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Tumino, now 25, has tickets to two of the three shows. Those will mark her 12th and 13th (the latter known to be Swift’s lucky number) times seeing her favorite artist live.

“I’m going with my best friend for the first night, and with my mom for the other,” she says.

Many fans, who call themselves “Swifties,” are dressing up in the style of Swift’s eras for the occasion. After treacherous experiences with Ticketmaster , other fans will roll the dice and try to score last-minute seats. 

But whether they have tickets or not, Swifties have been following the “Mastermind” herself around the country and seeing her perform every weekend since March — thanks to the power of TikTok.

‘Make the whole place shimmer’

Caitlyn Tumino of Huntington paid tribute to Taylor Swift's "Speak Now" era with her costume at opening night of the Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona, on March 17. Credit: Caitlyn Tumino

From the loud colors and sparkles from “Lover” to the black leather and snake imagery of “Reputation,” fans have plenty of material to choose from when crafting their Eras Tour looks.

Swift has marked each era of her career aesthetically, either with the clothing she wore in the music videos or album art of the time, or fashion she sported during previous tours. So Swifties have taken the opportunity to look back on some of her most iconic looks, and recreate them for their big night.

Tumino attended the first night of Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona, on March 17. As a tribute to “Speak Now,” she nabbed a gold fringe dress and knee-high boots, and curled her hair. At MetLife, she’ll honor Swift’s “1989” era with a sparkly two-piece set. Both outfits reflect Swift’s looks during the respective tours for the albums, and Tumino found all the clothing through the company Fashion Nova.

Shayla Lewandowski, 22, will also dress up when she heads to the first show of the weekend at MetLife.

“I’m planning to do a ‘Lover’ theme,” says Lewandowski, of Wading River. “So there’s a lot of pink. I went shopping and found a pair of pink shorts, and I’m struggling to find a shirt, but I know my vision.”

Kayla Donahue, 26, is making her outfits for when she heads to MetLife two nights in a row: The first will be a shirt that includes Swift’s name and her opening acts, then a joint costume to pay homage to “Invisible String,” a song from the 2020 album “Folklore.” The song depicts a mystical force, characterized as an "invisible string," that has connected Swift to a partner throughout various stages of their lives before ever meeting.

“Me and my partner are going to wear all white outfits with golden ribbon wrapped around ourselves, like the invisible string,” says Donahue, a New Hyde Park native.

With the outfits selected, there’s the next order of business: Getting from Long Island to New Jersey. Tumino and Lewandowski will drive, instead of trying to take the Long Island Rail Road to New Jersey Transit.

The same goes for Avery Weiss of Jericho. She plans to stay at a hotel in New Jersey the night of her MetLife show.

“I have to look into parking; it’s making me very nervous,” says Weiss, 24, with a laugh.

Donahue, who lives in Astoria, Queens, will travel by train. After seeing Swift’s “Reputation” tour three times at MetLife in 2018, she thinks it’s the better option.

“I've done it before, and leaving the stadium takes a few hours,” she says.

But what about Swifties who aren’t guaranteed an “Enchanted” evening just yet?

‘Would’ve been right there, front row’

Avery Weiss of Jericho at Taylor Swift's "1989" concert tour in Nashville, in 2015.  Credit: Avery Weiss

After facing technical difficulties and being ejected from the virtual queue twice during the presale last week, Gabby Harvey, 26, became a "Lucky One." During her workday at Paramount, she got a text from Ticketmaster.

"I was in a meeting and I got a text that said, 'Hurry, limited amount of tickets for Taylor Swift,' " says Harvey, a Glen Cove native. "I thought it was fake. I was like, 'Am I being 'Punk'd' right now?' "

Ticketmaster has been releasing limited quantities of seats leading up to several shows during the Eras Tour. The MetLife sale on May 16 was limited to "verified fans" — those who had received an entry code from Ticketmaster.

Harvey, a longtime Swiftie, enlisted the help of a co-worker who had managed to snag tickets to two MetLife shows during the presale. Together, they scored Harvey three seats for the final show of the weekend.

"We were screaming," said Harvey. "I think everyone on our floor knew that I got Taylor Swift tickets."

Paige Felice, 10, is a huge Swiftie. She and Swift even share the same birthday, Dec. 13.

“She’s kind of her role model,” says her mother, Grace Felice, 41.

But trying to get Eras Tour tickets has been a “nightmare,” she says. Felice, who works as a school nurse, was unable to secure seats during the presale. Now, she’s resorted to scrolling reseller websites, community Facebook groups and Twitter accounts.

“I’ve been trying for the past month or so to find tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek, but the prices are astronomical,” says Felice, of Miller Place.

And resellers on Facebook can be suspect.

“Close to 30 different people have tried to scam me out of money,” she says. “It’s pretty ruthless out there.”

Felice has learned to spot some of the red flags: If a seller doesn’t accept payment via PayPal goods and services or will not send a photo or screen recording to show proof of the tickets, she's learned to stay away, she says.

Kenny Fajardo, 22, has yet to see Swift in concert. He had tickets to her last stint, called Lover Fest, which was canceled due to the pandemic. He was supposed to see Swift at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts in the summer of 2020.

After a “very easy” ticket purchase back in 2019, Fajardo’s experience with Eras Tour tickets was the opposite.

“This time, I was having trouble just getting in the queue,” Fajardo, of Huntington, says of the Ticketmaster sale. “Me and two other friends were trying on different accounts. Altogether it was not a good experience at all.”

Both Fajardo and Felice are also aware that Ticketmaster has been releasing a limited quantity of tickets for the shows as they get closer, but haven’t had luck there, either. They are both willing to travel to another stadium besides MetLife if it means they’ll get to see Swift.

“The other night I got through and had floor seats in my cart for Nashville,” Felice says. “Then the seats were just gone. Another fan beat me to it.”

“I know they’re opening up obstructed view seats,” says Fajardo. “At this point, I would do that.”

In the meantime, there’s always the livestreams.

‘A tiny screen's the only place I see you now’

Paige Felice, 10, is still hoping to get tickets to Taylor Swift's Eras Tour at MetLife Stadium. Credit: Grace Felice

Since the Eras Tour began, many fans have been broadcasting the show live from the stadium by going live on TikTok. By just including Swift’s name or “Eras Tour” in the caption, these livestreams have amassed thousands of viewers.

“Every weekend, I’m always watching,” says Fajardo.

Lewandowski is too: She has loved seeing livestreams and other videos online, even if that meant “spoiling” the show for herself before she sees it live this month.

“I see everything, every night,” she says. “It’s impossible not to.”

Something else that has set the fandom ablaze: Swift has incorporated “surprise songs” into each show. At every performance, she sings two songs that aren’t on the set list, playing one on acoustic guitar and the other on piano. 

Swift has said she won’t perform a song more than once unless she makes a mistake, like flubbing a lyric or chord. (She also said she will play surprise songs off her most recent album, “Midnights,” more than once.)

But with each passing performance, Swifties have begun to keep track of songs they’ve “lost” leading up to their own shows.

One of Lewandowski’s favorites, “Would’ve Could’ve Should’ve" from "Midnights (3am Edition)," was played recently in Nashville.

“I woke up to that news and felt devastated, really,” she says.

Swift has also played Weiss’ favorite, “Mean,” as a surprise in Tampa, Florida. So now, her fingers are crossed for a different song.

“I never got to hear ‘You Are In Love,’ ” says Weiss, referring to a bonus track on the “1989” album.

Regardless of what she plays, Swifties are just excited to see Swift spinning in her highest heels during the 3½-hour set.

And fans like Fajardo aren’t losing hope of getting a ticket.

“I hope I’m able to be there; I’m manifesting,” he says. “Even if I don't get to go, I’m still very excited to watch the livestreams and see everyone together. [Swift] has been waiting for this for so long, and a lot of other people have been, too. For her to finally show off her work in the way she wanted to originally, I think that’s enough for me.”

What the music means to me

When she was a sophomore in college, Avery Weiss was invited to a “secret session.” This is something Swift did pre-pandemic: She’d invite a select group of fans to her home to hang out, take photos and preview music from an upcoming album.

Meeting Swift at her Rhode Island home among other die-hard fans was “everything I ever imagined it would be,” Weiss says.

But not too long after this, Weiss was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was 19 years old at the time. Weiss says Swift’s music helped her through a challenging time, during which she had to take a year off from college. She wore a Swift shirt to every surgery and chemotherapy treatment, she adds.

Fortunately, Weiss says she responded well and is now doing much better. And she feels an additional connection to Swift because of it: Swift's mother, Andrea Swift, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015.

Weiss' mother will attend the Eras Tour with her. “We’ve always loved her. She was very sweet at the secret session and she wants to tell her that I went through this, too.”

Weiss became a Swiftie in high school, when she was having a “hard time socially” and found comfort and hope in her lyrics, such as the song “Mean,” which proclaims: “Someday, I'll be big enough so you can't hit me.”

“I love her music, but what made me a true fan was her as a person,” she says.

Rachel Weiss joined Newsday in 2016. As a real estate/living multimedia reporter, Rachel writes feature stories and contributes to and appears in on-camera video packages. She was the lead reporter on Newsday’s LI Acts of Kindness series.

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Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium: What to Know Before You Go

Here's what you'll need to know about getting to metlife stadium, parking, merch, weather forecast, what's allowed inside — and best bets for trying to snag a last-minute ticket, by ariel peele and tom shea • published may 23, 2023 • updated on may 26, 2023 at 3:20 am.

The Eras Tour is finally coming to MetLife Stadium this Memorial Day weekend.

Tens of thousands of Taylor Swift fans are expected to descend on the New York City area. Given that the East Rutherford stadium can hold 82,000 people, and there are three shows scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

That's upwards of a quarter-million fans flocking to the region.

Whether you fought “The Great War” with Ticketmaster and were one of "The Lucky One[s]" to snag a ticket, or if you’re still holding out hope of getting to see the show – here’s everything you’ll need to know.

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"the very first night".

Taylor and opening acts  Phoebe Bridgers (Friday-Sunday), GAYLE (Friday), Gracie Abrams (Saturday) and OWENN (Sunday) play the 82,500-seat MetLife Stadium Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 

Friday, May 26, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. : Taylor Swift with Phoebe Bridgers and GAYLE

Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.: Taylor Swift with Phoebe Bridgers and Gracie Abrams

Sunday, May 28, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.:  Taylor Swift with Phoebe Bridgers and OWENN

Getting Into the Show: It's a "One-Way" Ticket

MetLife Stadium says tickets are valid for one scan only; there is no re-entry. If you're saying to yourself, "how'd we end up on the floor anyway?" Fans with floor tickets (Sections 1-15) can use any gate for entry and head to HCL Tech Plaza for floor entry. 

Be sure to "Pick Up the Phone" because MetLife gate attendants will be looking for the Ticketmaster App. Have your mobile ticket downloaded, out and ready before getting into the security line. 

The stadium said it will "strongly encourage" those without tickets to not come to MetLife during days of the show.

How to Get There: Will You Need a "Getaway Car"?

New Jersey Transit is urging Swifties to purchase round-trip train tickets in advance , ideally on the NJ Transit app. However, NJ Transit says they will not cap the number of tickets sold. 

According to their website, fans traveling on NJ Transit trains to MetLife Stadium should purchase their roundtrip tickets from their originating station to Meadowlands Station to avoid boarding delays. Tickets purchased on the train will include a $5 surcharge for each ticket. 

MetLife Stadium says NJ Transit service will operate from Secaucus to MetLife Stadium starting at 4:07 p.m. on Friday and 4:17 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 

Coach USA Bus, the 351 Meadowlands Express, will operate from Port Authority in NYC to MetLife Stadium starting at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Return service to Port Authority runs for 60 minutes after the concert ends. Tickets are available here .

If You're Driving, Will You Need to Park "Behind the Mall"?

MetLife Stadium says you must have a ticket corresponding to that evening's show for access to all parking lots. Lots open at 12:30 p.m. the day of each show. It's $40 per car, $100 per limousine and $160 per bus.

Credit cards and cash are accepted. Reminder: the rest of the stadium is cashless. Only credit and debit are accepted.

If we've learned anything from TikTok, there will be traffic, so plan accordingly. Prepaid parking is not available. No pictures to burn here, take a picture of your spot so you can find your car after the show. 

Drinking Beer Out of Plastic Cups? Yes, You Can Tailgate (or Taylor-gate)

That will come as a relief to many. However, MetLife Stadium says no additional parking spots may be used. 

Taylor Will Never Go Out of "Style," But What Bags Are Allowed at the Shows?

MetLife Stadium's policy states that bags must be clear (a.k.a. see-through): 12” x 6” x 12” or less in size, and 1 bag per person. Small purses (clutch-type bags about the size of your hand) 4.5” x 6.5” or less in size (1 per person) are also allowed, and do not need to be clear.

No camera or binocular cases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, and briefcases/computer bags are allowed either.

For more information on what bags are allowed, click here .

Additionally, food or snacks in a clear plastic bag, factory-sealed, plastic bottles of water or soft drinks 20 oz. or less, empty reusable water bottles (plastic and aluminum) and small handheld portable phone chargers are allowed. 

Put simply, if you're bringing a drink inside, it must still be factory-sealed. Otherwise, a reusable water bottle can be brought in, but it must be empty upon entry. There are water fountains located inside the stadium where the bottles can be filled.

As far as other common items not allowed, be glad the weather looks good for the weekend, because umbrellas are not allowed. Also, the MetLife Stadium site lists banners or signs as forbidden as well.

For a full list of what is and is not allowed, click here .

You May Be Spinning Like a Girl in a Brand New Dress, But What About Merch Stands and Trailers?

Taylor Nation, Taylor Swift's official fan group, says ticketed fans can shop merch and the newly announced special edition CDs (more on that in a second) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday starting at 12:30 p.m. The merch truck is located in Lot E. Merch is also available starting at 4:30 p.m. at MetLife gates and the Team Store. 

Again, as we've seen from TikTok, be prepared for long lines, however, it's a great chance to make friendship bracelets. 

As for that new CD, Swift said in a tweet Wednesday there will be a new special edition CD will only be available on-site in East Rutherford. The CD sold at MetLife will have a "never before heard Midnights vault track called 'You’re Losing Me.'"

The new Midnights (Til Dawn Edition) deluxe album will feature Ice Spice o the song "Karma" as well as newly recorded vocals from Lana Del Rey on "Snow on the Beach."

Um. SO much to tell you. I’m a massive fan of this brilliant artist and after getting to know her I can confirm: she is THE ONE to watch. So delighted to say that Karma Featuring the incredible @icespicee_ will be out TOMORROW night at MIDNIGHT ET as a part of the new Midnights… pic.twitter.com/OaRrHBWTUw — Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) May 24, 2023

Speaking of...Make the Friendship Bracelets, Take the Moment and Taste it:

Swifties from Glendale to Boston have been making friendship bracelets to trade at the shows. Think favorite song lyrics, Taylor Swift quotes, special dates...get creative. 

If You're Hoping to Keep Your Hearing Stay "Safe & Sound":

Swift fans who have attended previous shows have recommended concert-friendly earplugs. There are several options available online for under $20. The earplugs promise not to block all the noise or music, but to make the volume safer. 

Standing in a Nice Dress, Staring at the Sunset — How's the Weather Looking?

Our resident Swifties from Storm Team 4 say the chance for "Midnight Rain" will stay south of the tri-state. But hey, maybe an old "Cardigan" couldn't hurt for after the sun goes down.

If You're Thinking About a Dive Bar on the East Side...

Some of Taylor's favorite spots in the city and businesses around MetLife Stadium say they're ready for Swifties. In fact, many are all too happy to get a potential boon for business during what typically is a down holiday weekend. Some restaurants are even offering shuttles to the stadium , which would save you money on parking.

She Wears Short Skirts, I Wear T-Shirts — But What Outfits Are Swifties Looking to Wear to the Show?

The outfit is a key element of the Taylor Swift concert experience (after all, she's going to have more than a dozen outfit changes herself throughout each show), so it's important to do your research into what everyone is thinking of wearing.

According to Pinterest data, "Speak Now" is the most popular era for outfit inspiration searches, followed by "Lover" and "Folklore." So use that to help you form your ideas.

Keep a Wide-Eyed Gaze Around the Tri-State This Week:

Everyone from the Museum of Arts and Design to the NYC Ferry is saying, "Welcome to New York."

All I Do Is Try, Try, Try...for Tickets:

The Eras tour is one of the largest and most sought-after concert tours in history — ticket sales in the first place caused a minor meltdown at Ticketmaster.

If you can feel your heartbeat on the High Line and are still trying to get tickets, be prepared to pay up. StubHub, Vivid Seats, TickPick and GameTime are just some of the secondary market sites that are offering seats, but they'll cost a pretty penny.

As of Wednesday morning, the cheapest ticket listed on StubHub for any of the Friday, Saturday or Sunday shows was for more than $1,400. The most expensive tickets were listed for more than $21,000.

If you've been scouring TikTok looking for tips and tricks, there are some people who have had luck with Ticketmaster the day of the show, even right after the shows have started. If you wake in the night, pacing like a ghost because of ticket troubles, be careful where you buy . Scammers are using different ways to dupe Swifties into sending money online for a ticket that doesn’t exist.

For more on scams,  click here .

This May Be "The Last Time" You Get a Chance for Tickets...

The American Dream Mall, located right next to MetLife Stadium, will be hosting events each day before the concerts from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., and that includes a shot at a pair of tickets to the show that night.

In addition to a live DJ playing all of Taylor's hits, Swifties will get a chance to sing karaoke, shop, grab a bite or a drink, and enjoy photo ops at the Tour Next Door event.

Those looking for a ticket can enter for a chance to win every day beginning Friday and ending Sunday, with the sweepstakes opening from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Winners will be announced live onsite at 5 p.m. — but an important note: Winners will need to be onsite as well to collect tickets.

Those hoping to snag the free tickets can enter at AmericanDream.com .

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Taylor Swift Eras Tour at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford: Everything you need to know

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Welcome home, Taylor Swift .

Swift's three-show run at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford that begins Friday, May 26, isn't exactly a hometown affair for the pop superstar — but it's close.

And close to the heart. Swift and her family summered in Cape May during her childhood and early teen years before the family moved from their home in Reading, Pennsylvania, to Nashville.

“I spent my summers at the Jersey Shore from the time I was 2 until we sold the house in Stone Harbor when I was 14,” Swift told The Philadelphia Inquirer in 2009. “It was a pretty magical place to grow up.”

The magic lingers. The Shore made an appearance in the 2021 lyric video for Swift's heartfelt ode to her mom. “The Best Day,” and a young Swift wears a Sea Isle City sweatshirt in a video for “Seven.”

The young Swift was a regular at the Coffee Talk coffeehouse in Stone Harbor.

“It's funny because people say, ‘Oh, did you have any idea?’ and I mean what do I know? I don’t know anything,” said owner Madlynn Zurawski to the (Cherry Hill) Courier-Post. “I just thought she was adorable and cute and (had) a very, very nice family.”

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Swift hasn't been a stranger to Jersey since she became a music star. She's been spotted at the Lobster House in Cape May, Uncle Bill’s Pancake House in Avalon, and a Target in Jersey City. In 2016, Swift crashed a wedding in Brant Beach on Long Beach Island and performed her song “Blank Space.”

Swift's show at MetLife is part of her Eras Tour, designed to cover material from her 10 albums, released over the past 17 years. There are 10 choreographed “acts”: Lover, Fearless, Evermore, Reputation, Speak Now, Red, Folklore, 1989, surprise songs, and Midnights. In all, it's more than 40 songs in about three hours.

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At MetLife, Phoebe Bridgers opens all three shows. Gayle joins in on Friday, Gracie Adams on Saturday, and Owenn on Sunday.

Swift's Eras stand at MetLife will mark nine total times she's played the stadium. That's a record until Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band tie it with their scheduled three-show run this summer.

One record that is Swift's forever: In 2013, she became the first female artist to headline MetLife when her “Red Tour” played there.

Check out our Taylor Swift at MetLife Everything You Need to Know below, compiled from information provided by MetLife Stadium and our reporting.

Event schedule

Parking lots open: 12:30 p.m.

Gates open: 4:30 p.m.

Event starts (estimated): 6:30 p.m. Taylor Swift takes the stage at approximately 7:45 p.m.

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Parking/transportation

Day of event parking cost: $40 per car; $160 per Bus/RV.

Parking directions: metlifestadium.com/getting-here/directions

Non-rideshare pick-up/drop-off: Follow on-site signage and directions from traffic/parking team members for the dedicated guests with disabilities drop-off location. The drop-off/pick-up area for guests with disabilities is located near Lot C, which is adjacent to the Verizon Gate. All other guest drop-offs are to be conducted on the sidewalk between Lots D and E. This roadway is accessible from Route 120 (North/South) or from the New Jersey Turnpike via 16W.

NJ TRANSIT TRAIN: Trains will operate between Secaucus Junction and MetLife Stadium on the BetMGM Meadowlands Rail Line. The start time for the rail shuttle varies based on the scheduled start time of the event. Check njtransit.com/MetLifeStadium for complete rail timetables closer to the concert dates. During peak periods prior to an event with rail service, trains operate approximately every 10 to 20 minutes. Customers are advised to consult the rail schedule for the event to note when the final train leaves Secaucus for the stadium and stadium for Secaucus. Visit www.njtransit.com/metlifestadium

COACH USA BUS: Buses will depart at 3:30 p.m. from Area X (41st Street between 8th & 9th Avenus, New York City) at Port Authority. The last departing bus from Port Authority to MetLife Stadium will leave at 6:45 pm. The last bus will leave the stadium 60 minutes after the event ends. Visit coachusa.com/351-meadowlands-express for more information.

Rideshare: A designated Rideshare Zone is located in Lot E off of West Peripheral Road, right outside of the Verizon Gate. When you request a ride from a rideshare service such as Lyft or Uber at MetLife Stadium, your pickup location will default to a pin in the pickup zone. Once you place your request, head to the Rideshare Zone in Lot E and look out for a call or text from your driver to let you know which row they are parked in.

Be advised that rideshare surge pricing is often in effect after the game and larger crowds will result in longer than usual wait times (potentially over an hour) for a car to arrive — and considerably higher prices than what you paid coming to the stadium. Make sure your phone is charged and ready to go if you’re planning to use one of these services.

Shuttles: Shuttle buses are provided to Lot P and the surface parking lots/deck located on the east side (Meadowlands Arena) of the MetLife Sports Complex to the stadium.

Guests parking in Lot P will be dropped-off/picked-up in Lot G (Pepsi Gate) in front of the Meadowlands Racetrack.

Guest parking in the surface lots and in the parking deck near the Arena will be dropped-off/picked-up in Lot C (HCLTech Gate) near the pedestrian bridge. Ticket holders who park in these lots can also walk to MetLife Stadium. They should use the sidewalk from Lot P and the pedestrian bridge from the east side of the Sports Complex. For their safety, guests should not walk on the Sports Complex roadways, cross Route 120 or cross Route 3.

Tailgating is permitted but drones, model aircraft, kites, and any other remote controlled or tethered flying objects are not permitted.

Tailgating should be limited to the lined parking space, and the area directly behind or in front of each vehicle. Blocking drive lanes is prohibited.

Tailgating is also permitted on the medians that separate the parking lots from the roadways. Click here for details.

No ‘Taylor-gating’ for fans without tickets

“For the safety and enjoyment of all those who have tickets, for these shows, we strongly encourage those without tickets not to come to MetLife Stadium on show days,” said MetLife Stadium on social media the afternoon of Wednesday, May 24. “Event tickets corresponding to that evening's concert are required to access the parking lots.”

The parking lots will be at “maximum capacity,” read the advisory.

Merchandise

The MetLife Stadium Flagship Store will be open to the public 10 a.m. through 8 p.m. Thursday, May 25 to sell tour merchandise. The new “Midnights (Til Dawn Edition)” deluxe album special edition CD will be available only at MetLife starting at 12:30 p.m. Friday. This CD will have a never before heard “Midnights” vault track called “You’re Losing Me.”

The shows are sold out. Ticket prices began at $1,200 on the secondary market as of press time.

Who needs a ticket: All guests over 34 inches in height must have a ticket to enter MetLife Stadium. Children up to 34 inches may enter MetLife Stadium free but must share a seat with an accompanying ticketed adult. Occasionally, for select non-NFL events, another policy may be in place.

Ticket office locations: There are ticket offices located at each of the entrance gates to assist with ticket sales and the reprint of lost/stolen tickets. Please note there may be a fee associated with a ticket reprint. Locations that are open will vary by event.

Ticket office hours: The Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. On event days, the ticket office will open approximately 3 hours prior to event time.

If you have obtained tickets in non-accessible seating and require the accessible features of these seating sections, call 201-559-1515 to make arrangements for accessible seating in advance of the event. If you have obtained seating in an accessible section and do not require the features of this type of seating, call 201-559-1515 to exchange your seating into a non-accessible section based on availability.

Ticket will-call: Ticketmaster will-call is available at any open ticket window. Guests who are picking up tickets at will-call will need picture ID, their confirmation number and the credit card with which the tickets were purchased in order to pick up the tickets. For select events, specialty will-call may vary. Please see the nearest team member for details.

Carry-in policy

Guests are welcome to carry-in the following items into MetLife Stadium:

Clear bags that are 12-by-6-by-12 inches or less in size (1 bag per person)

Small purses/handbags (clutch-type bags) that are 4.5-by-6.5 inches or less in size (1 per person)

Food of any kind that is contained in a clear plastic bag

Factory-sealed, plastic bottles of water or soft drinks that are 20 ounces or less in size (caps will be removed by Safety Services team members)

Reusable water bottles (both plastic and aluminum). Bottles must be empty upon entry.

Still-photography cameras with a lens that is 6 inches or less in length not contained in a case

Hand-carried jackets, blankets or other items, which will be patted down or searched

Official national flags that can reasonably be hand-held by a single person and do not obstruct the view of other guests (no sticks or poles)

Small handheld portable phone chargers

All bags and other permissible items will be subject to multiple screenings prior to entering MetLife Stadium.

The following items are not permitted to be carried into MetLife Stadium:

Any type of non-clear bag exceeding 4.5-by-6.5 inches in size including purses/handbags, camera or binocular cases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, and briefcases/computer bags

Battery operated clothing (socks, jackets, etc.)

Seat cushions of any size except those for medical needs

Glass bottles, cans, coolers of any kind, thermoses or ice chests

Alcohol of any kind

Banners and signs of any size (unless otherwise noted on individual event page)

Flags that are not the official flag of a country, ones that are displayed on a stick or a pole or cannot reasonably be hand-held by a single person

Umbrellas, strollers, laser pointers, and balls of any kind including full-sized footballs

Single purpose video cameras or still-photography cameras with a lens longer than 6 inches

Weapons, including firearms, knives and any item that may be used as a projectile or one that is deemed dangerous by Stadium management

Any animal with the exception of a service animal

Adult-sized football helmets with facemasks

Any other item deemed inappropriate by Stadium management

Search procedures

To ensure the highest level of safety and security, all guests will be subject to a courteous screening by Safety Services team members prior to entering the Stadium. All vehicles are subject to inspection prior to entering the MetLife Sports Complex, and all bags will be inspected prior to entering the Stadium.

Sensory inclusion

MetLife Stadium has partnered with Kulture City in an effort to provide a more inclusive and comfortable experience for our guests with sensory processing needs. Our team members are trained and certified to recognize opportunities to assist these guests in their enjoyment of our events. We also offer sensory bags containing noise-cancelling headphones brought to you by Bose, fidget toys and weighted lap pads among other resources for checkout at any Guest Service Booth or Concierge Desk located through the Stadium. Contact our Guest Services Department at 201-559-1515 for more information.

Reverse ATMs

MetLife Stadium is now a cash-free venue for all concession and retail locations. Cash is not accepted at concession stands or retail locations. For guests who bring cash to the stadium, reverse ATMs are available onsite to load cash onto a prepaid Visa debit card valid for in-stadium purchases. This service is free of charge to guests. The Visa debit card has no expiration date and can be used anywhere a Visa debit card is accepted. Reverse ATMs are located in MetLife West Hall and sections 117, 128, 149, 220a, 245a, 304, 322, 334 and 347.

Additional event info

Stadium Social Links: Facebook Twitter Instagram

Website: metlifestadium.com

Stadium Map: metlifestadium.com/stadium/seating-and-maps/seating-maps

Guest Services Hotline: 201-559-1515

Guest Text Messaging Service: Guests who wish to report issues or concerns, ask for information or call for assistance can do so by texting our GuestASSIST text message service. Guests should address the text message to 78247, type the word MLS followed by a space, the request issue and location. Stadium personnel will respond quickly and accordingly.

Visit the MetLife Stadium A-Z Guide at metlifestadium.com/guest-services/a-z-guide for more information.

Taylor Swift Eras Tour setlist

Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince

Cruel Summer

You Need to Calm Down

You Belong With Me

Tis the Damn Season

Champagne Problems

Tolerate It

Ready For It?

Don't Blame Me

Look What You Made Me Do

We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together

I Knew You Were Trouble

All Too Well (10-Minute Version)

The Last Great American Dynasty

Illicit Affairs

My Tears Ricochet

Blank Space

Shake it Off

Wildest Dreams

Surprise song

Lavender Haze

Midnight Rain

Vigilante (Blank)

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Chris Jordan, a Jersey Shore native, covers entertainment and features for the USA Today Network New Jersey. Contact him at @chrisfhjordan; [email protected]

This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Taylor Swift Eras Tour at MetLife: Everything you need to know

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Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

With A Little Help From My Friends- Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, 1967

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Hey Jude, 1968

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

Yesterday- Help!, 1965

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

Let It Be- Let It Be, 1970

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all i got to give if you say you'll love me too. i may not have a lot to give but what i got i'll give to you. i don't care too much for money. money can't buy me love.

Can't Buy Me Love- A Hard Day's Night, 1964

All you need is love, love is all you need

All You Need Is Love- Magical Mystery Tour, 1967

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, take these broken wings and learn to fly. all your life, you were only waiting for this moment to arise.

Blackbird- The White Album, 1968

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

In My Life- Rubber Soul, 1965

While these are my 25 favorites, there are quite literally 1000s that could have been included. The Beatles' body of work is massive and there is something for everyone. If you have been living under a rock and haven't discovered the Fab Four, you have to get musically educated. Stream them on Spotify, find them on iTunes or even buy a CD or record (Yes, those still exist!). I would suggest starting with 1, which is a collection of most of their #1 songs, or the 1968 White Album. Give them chance and you'll never look back.

14 Invisible Activities: Unleash Your Inner Ghost!

Obviously the best superpower..

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

1. "Haunt" your friends.

Follow them into their house and cause a ruckus.

2. Sneak into movie theaters.

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3. Sneak into the pantry and grab a snack without judgment.

Late night snacks all you want? Duh.

4. Reenact "Hollow Man" and play Kevin Bacon.

America's favorite son? And feel what it's like to be in a MTV Movie Award nominated film? Sign me up.

5. Wear a mask and pretend to be a floating head.

Just another way to spook your friends in case you wanted to.

6. Hold objects so they'll "float."

"Oh no! A floating jar of peanut butter."

7. Win every game of hide-and-seek.

Just stand out in the open and you'll win.

8. Eat some food as people will watch it disappear.

Even everyday activities can be funny.

9. Go around pantsing your friends.

Even pranks can be done; not everything can be good.

10. Not have perfect attendance.

You'll say here, but they won't see you...

11. Avoid anyone you don't want to see.

Whether it's an ex or someone you hate, just use your invisibility to slip out of the situation.

12. Avoid responsibilities.

Chores? Invisible. People asking about social life? Invisible. Family being rude? Boom, invisible.

13. Be an expert on ding-dong-ditch.

Never get caught and have the adrenaline rush? I'm down.

14. Brag about being invisible.

Be the envy of the town.

But don't, I repeat, don't go in a locker room. Don't be a pervert with your power. No one likes a Peeping Tom.

Good luck, folks.

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned..

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

1. The importance of traditions.

Sometimes traditions seem like a silly thing, but the fact of it is that it's part of who you are. You grew up this way and, more than likely, so did your parents. It is something that is part of your family history and that is more important than anything.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

No matter how many times they get on your nerves or make you mad, they are the ones who will always be there and you should never take that for granted.

3. How to give back.

When tragedy strikes in a small town, everyone feels obligated to help out because, whether directly or indirectly, it affects you too. It is easy in a bigger city to be able to disconnect from certain problems. But in a small town those problems affect everyone.

4. What the word "community" really means.

Along the same lines as #3, everyone is always ready and willing to lend a helping hand when you need one in a small town and to me that is the true meaning of community. It's working together to build a better atmosphere, being there to raise each other up, build each other up, and pick each other up when someone is in need. A small town community is full of endless support whether it be after a tragedy or at a hometown sports game. Everyone shows up to show their support.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

People say this to others all the time, but it takes on a whole new meaning in a small town. It is true that life is about the journey, but when you're from a small town, you know it's about the journey because the journey probably takes longer than you spend at the destination. Everything is so far away that it is totally normal to spend a couple hours in the car on your way to some form of entertainment. And most of the time, you're gonna have as many, if not more, memories and laughs on the journey than at the destination.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

Word travels fast in a small town, so don't think you're gonna get away with anything. In fact, your parents probably know what you did before you even have a chance to get home and tell them. And forget about being scared of what your teacher, principle, or other authority figure is going to do, you're more afraid of what your parents are gonna do when you get home.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

Everyone deserves a chance. Most people don't have ill-intentions and you can't live your life guarding against every one else just because a few people in your life have betrayed your trust.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

While small towns are not always extremely diverse, they do contain people with a lot of different stories, struggle, and backgrounds. In a small town, it is pretty hard to exclude anyone because of who they are or what they come from because there aren't many people to choose from. A small town teaches you that just because someone isn't the same as you, doesn't mean you can't be great friends.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

In a small town, you learn that it's okay to be who you are and do your own thing. You learn that confidence isn't how beautiful you are or how much money you have, it's who you are on the inside.

10. How to work for what I want.

Nothing comes easy in life. They always say "gardens don't grow overnight" and if you're from a small town you know this both figuratively and literally. You certainly know gardens don't grow overnight because you've worked in a garden or two. But you also know that to get to the place you want to be in life it takes work and effort. It doesn't just happen because you want it to.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

If you're from a small town, you know that you will probably only meet a handful of people in your life who ACTUALLY know where your town is. And forget about the people who accidentally enter into your town because of google maps. You've gotten really good at giving them directions right back to the interstate.

12. How to be humble.

My small town has definitely taught me how to be humble. It isn't always about you, and anyone who grows up in a small town knows that. Everyone gets their moment in the spotlight, and since there's so few of us, we're probably best friends with everyone so we are as excited when they get their moment of fame as we are when we get ours.

13. To be well-rounded.

Going to a small town high school definitely made me well-rounded. There isn't enough kids in the school to fill up all the clubs and sports teams individually so be ready to be a part of them all.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

In a small town, good luck holding a grudge. In a bigger city you can just avoid a person you don't like or who you've had problems with. But not in a small town. You better resolve the issue fast because you're bound to see them at least 5 times a week.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

One of my favorite things about growing up in a rural area was being able to go outside and go exploring and not have to worry about being in danger. There is nothing more exciting then finding a new place somewhere in town or in the woods and just spending time there enjoying the natural beauty around you.

16. To be prepared for anything.

You never know what may happen. If you get a flat tire, you better know how to change it yourself because you never know if you will be able to get ahold of someone else to come fix it. Mechanics might be too busy , or more than likely you won't even have enough cell service to call one.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

It's okay to ask for help. One thing I realized when I moved away from my town for college, was how much my town has taught me that I could ask for help is I needed it. I got into a couple situations outside of my town where I couldn't find anyone to help me and found myself thinking, if I was in my town there would be tons of people ready to help me. And even though I couldn't find anyone to help, you better believe I wasn't afraid to ask.

18. How to be creative.

When you're at least an hour away from normal forms of entertainment such as movie theaters and malls, you learn to get real creative in entertaining yourself. Whether it be a night looking at the stars in the bed of a pickup truck or having a movie marathon in a blanket fort at home, you know how to make your own good time.

19. To brush off gossip.

It's all about knowing the person you are and not letting others influence your opinion of yourself. In small towns, there is plenty of gossip. But as long as you know who you really are, it will always blow over.

Grateful Beyond Words: A Letter to My Inspiration

I have never been so thankful to know you..

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

You have taught me that you don't always have to strong. You are allowed to break down as long as you pick yourself back up and keep moving forward. When life had you at your worst moments, you allowed your friends to be there for you and to help you. You let them in and they helped pick you up. Even in your darkest hour you showed so much strength. I know that you don't believe in yourself as much as you should but you are unbelievably strong and capable of anything you set your mind to.

Your passion to make a difference in the world is unbelievable. You put your heart and soul into your endeavors and surpass any personal goal you could have set. Watching you do what you love and watching you make a difference in the lives of others is an incredible experience. The way your face lights up when you finally realize what you have accomplished is breathtaking and I hope that one day I can have just as much passion you have.

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The love you have for your family is outstanding. Watching you interact with loved ones just makes me smile . You are so comfortable and you are yourself. I see the way you smile when you are around family and I wish I could see you smile like this everyday. You love with all your heart and this quality is something I wished I possessed.

You inspire me to be the best version of myself. I look up to you. I feel that more people should strive to have the strength and passion that you exemplify in everyday life.You may be stubborn at points but when you really need help you let others in, which shows strength in itself. I have never been more proud to know someone and to call someone my role model. You have taught me so many things and I want to thank you. Thank you for inspiring me in life. Thank you for making me want to be a better person.

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life..

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Don't freak out

This is a rule you should continue to follow no matter what you do in life, but is especially helpful in this situation.

Email the professor

Around this time, professors are getting flooded with requests from students wanting to get into full classes. This doesn't mean you shouldn't burden them with your email; it means they are expecting interested students to email them. Send a short, concise message telling them that you are interested in the class and ask if there would be any chance for you to get in.

Attend the first class

Often, the advice professors will give you when they reply to your email is to attend the first class. The first class isn't the most important class in terms of what will be taught. However, attending the first class means you are serious about taking the course and aren't going to give up on it.

Keep attending class

Every student is in the same position as you are. They registered for more classes than they want to take and are "shopping." For the first couple of weeks, you can drop or add classes as you please, which means that classes that were once full will have spaces. If you keep attending class and keep up with assignments, odds are that you will have priority. Professors give preference to people who need the class for a major and then from higher to lower class year (senior to freshman).

Have a backup plan

For two weeks, or until I find out whether I get into my waitlisted class, I will be attending more than the usual number of classes. This is so that if I don't get into my waitlisted class, I won't have a credit shortage and I won't have to fall back in my backup class. Chances are that enough people will drop the class, especially if it is very difficult like computer science, and you will have a chance. In popular classes like art and psychology, odds are you probably won't get in, so prepare for that.

Remember that everything works out at the end

Life is full of surprises. So what if you didn't get into the class you wanted? Your life obviously has something else in store for you. It's your job to make sure you make the best out of what you have.

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Taylor Swift Brings Eras Tour to Metlife Stadium with Ice Spice, Jack Antonof, Phoebe Bridgers

Taylor Swift took over East Rutherford, NJ this Memorial Day Weekend, continuing her record-breaking sold out Eras Tour for three nights at Metlife Stadium. Following the release of her latest full-length record, Midnights , fans fought unprecedented demand and technical hiccups to get their tickets, with all 52 nights and over 2.4 million tickets selling out in a matter of minutes. Taylor’s three night run at Metlife Stadium featured support from Phoebe Bridgers , Gayle, Gracie Abrams, and Owenn. Taylor brought out special guests Jack Antonoff and Ice Spice on the first night.

With her sold-out Eras tour in full swing, Taylor continues to stay number one on Billboard’s Artist 100 Chart for a record-breaking 66 weeks so far. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Taylor was forced to cancel her last tour in support of the 2019 album “ Lover .” Despite the difficult conditions of pandemic life, Taylor used her time to write another two albums as an outlet for her creativity. She told the crowd that if she couldn’t tour, she would just keep writing and recording music. Given the continuing success and growth of Taylor’s career, and the chart topping status of her latest records (especially the Taylor’s Versions re-releases), a tour seemed inevitable for 2023. “I didn’t know if we would ever be able to have stadium tours again,” Taylor told the crowd on the first night at Metlife Stadium.

An estimated 200,000 Taylor Swift fans descended upon the stadium over three nights on the holiday weekend. After viral videos showed thousands of fans enjoying the Eras Tour from highways, parking lots, and bridges, New Jersey State Police posted multiple warnings against “Taylor-gating” on social media and with signs along highways. As a precaution, fans were required to show their tickets before being allowed into the parking lots. State police and local news kept an eye on traffic conditions throughout the weekend, attempting to keep holiday and concert related traffic slowdowns to a minimum. The governor released a video on social media welcoming Taylor to New Jersey and naming a local food dish after her.

Metlife Stadium parking lots opened at 12:30PM on Friday, May 26th for early arriving ticket-holders to set up beach chairs, coolers, and loudspeakers with their friends and families. Stadium doors opened at 4:30 to a flood of fans clad in vibrant outfits representing the fashion of Swift’s various eras. The show started at around 6:30, with Gayle delivering a quick but powerful performance. The opening act for the second and third nights were Gracie Abrams and Owenn, respectively.

Phoebe Bridgers played the second act all three nights, delighting new and old fans alike. Despite Taylor Swift’s undeniable star power, many fans had undoubtedly bought tickets for Phoebe too, and they sang along with every song. When the time came to scream in unison during the climax of the final song, “ I Know the End ,” the crowd obliged with enthusiasm, delighting longtime fans and shocking some new ones. One fan was overheard saying, “I had no idea that was coming. It was kind of terrifying.” Phoebe thanked Taylor and the audience before walking offstage to a wave of applause. Later in the show, Taylor Swift brought Phoebe on stage to sing the re-released version “ Nothing New .” Phoebe beamed as she sang alongside Taylor, and they dazzled the crowd with the soft and sorrowful ballad.

As the sun began to set and the air began to cool, the crowd’s energy ramped up in anticipation of the headlining act. Eventually, a two minute countdown timer appeared on the stadium screens, and fans began to cheer. When the timer reached its end, the house lighting dimmed and cheers became screams. Dancers clad in massive jellyfish-like fans walked onstage in a sea of pastel colors, then created a dome in the center of the stage from which Taylor burst forth to sing “ Miss Americana & the Heartbreak Prince .” From the very first moment of her performance, it became clear that this would be no ordinary concert.

True to its name, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour featured distinct stage design, lighting, and outfits for each of her eras. Even her dozen or so dancers changed wardrobes several times. The show frequently used props, lighting cues, pyrotechnics, and even a few stage design magic tricks to keep spectators on their toes. At one point, Taylor performed a quick change on stage under the cover of her backup dancers, changing outfits in nearly the blink of an eye. Later in the set, she dove into a hole on stage, as the projection-mapped runway displayed an illusion of her swimming under the stage. Guest singers and dancers frequently disappeared and reappeared through openings in the stage to great effect, and others would be lifted up on platforms just as often. The massive stadium screen behind the stage lit up with dreamy backdrops for each of the different scenes throughout the show.

During the “Surprise Songs” segment near the end of the first evening, Taylor premiered the music video for “ Karma (featuring Ice Spice) “. She sat down on stage to huddle with her dancers, whom she thanked for performing in the video, and watched the music video premiere on the massive stage screen alongside the crowd. She then invited frequent collaborator and New Jersey native Jack Antonoff to help her sing “ Getaway Car ,” a first time debut for this tour. After she thanked Jack and he exited the stage to continuing cheers, a piano emerged at the front of the stage runway. She played an intimate live debut of “ Maroon ” to close the penultimate act of the first show.

Taylor Swift’s most diehard fans knew that one segment of the first show remained, her “Midnights” era. Prior to the first day at Metlife Stadium, Taylor had surprised her fans with yet another deluxe edition of her latest album, Midnights , which was released at midnight the night before the show. The new edition of the record included an extended Lana Del Ray feature, and the now viral Ice Spice version of “Karma.” For the final song of the night, Ice Spice joined Taylor to perform “Karma,” the crowd going wild as they performed together. Fireworks burst into the night as they took their final bows. Taylor and Ice Spice exited the stage holding hands amid a shower of confetti and applause. Taylor thanked the audience one last time, and said goodbye.

Each night of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour at Metlife Stadium featured a nearly three hour long setlist , consisting of 45 songs. Fans had waited years for their chance, and then fought hard for their tickets. Despite a mixture of holiday and concert related traffic, all three nights went off without a hitch. It appears the wait was worth it. Listen to Taylor Swift’s massive chart-topping music catalog here, and be sure to check out the music of supporting acts Phoebe Bridgers , Gayle , Gracie Abrams , and Owenn . Our full image gallery by David Reichmann is below.

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Taylor Swift Announces ‘1989’ World Tour Dates

It's official: Fans will be able to shake it off with Taylor Swift all through 2015.

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It’s official: Fans will be able to shake it off with Taylor Swift all through 2015.

The singer officially announced a 1989 World Tour Monday morning (Nov. 3), writing on Twitter , “So yeah, #The1989WorldTour is happening!! Go to http://TaylorSwift.com  for details. I CANNOT WAIT!”

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The tour will kick off in Louisiana on May 20, 2015 and will hit North America and Europe before heading to Australia in December 2015.  Vance Joy , whose song “Riptide” Swift memorably covered last month, is supporting all North American dates. Shawn Mendes will also join the tour for select performances, per her official site . General public tickets for the North American leg will go on sale Nov. 14; American Express cardholders and members of the TaylorSwift.com email list will be able to purchase tickets Nov. 7. 

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May 20, 2015 – Bossier City, LA – CenturyLink Center May 22, 2015 – Baton Rouge, LA – LSU Tiger Stadium May 30, 2015 – Detroit, MI – Ford Field June 2, 2015 – Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center June 3, 2015 – Cleveland, OH – Quicken Loans Arena June 6, 2015 – Pittsburgh, PA – Heinz Field June 8, 2015 – Charlotte, NC – Time Warner Cable Arena June 9, 2015 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena June 13, 2015 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field June 20, 2015 – Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia Germany – Lanxess Arena June 21, 2015 – Amsterdam, North Holland Netherlands – Ziggo Dome June 23, 2015 – Glasgow, Scotland United Kingdom – SSE Hydro June 24, 2015 – Manchester, NW England United Kingdom – Arena June 27, 2015 – London, England United Kingdom – British Summertime Hyde Park July 6, 2015 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre July 7, 2015 – Montreal, QB – Bell Centre July 11, 2015 – East Rutherford, NJ – MetLife Stadium July 13, 2015 – Washington, DC – Nationals Park July 18, 2014 – Chicago, IL – Soldier Field July 24, 2015 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium July 25, 2015 – Foxborough, MA – Gillette Stadium August 1, 2015 – Vancouver, BC – BC Place Stadium August 4, 2015 – Edmonton, AB – Rexall Place August 5, 2015 – Edmonton, AB – Rexall Place August 8, 2015 – Seattle, WA – CenturyLink Field August 15, 2015 – Santa Clara, CA – Levi’s Stadium August 17, 2015 – Glendale, AZ – Gila River Arena August 18, 2015 – Glendale, AZ – Gila River Arena August 25, 2015 – Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center August 26, 2015 – Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center August 29, 2015 – San Diego, CA – PETCO Park September 4, 2015 – Salt Lake City, UT – EnergySolutions Arena September 5, 2015 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center September 6, 2015 – Denver, CO – Pepsi Center September 9, 2015 – Fargo, ND – Fargodome September 11, 2015 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center September 12, 2015 – St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center September 16, 2015 – Indianapolis, IN – Bankers Life Fieldhouse September 17, 2015 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena September 18, 2015 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena September 21, 2015 – Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center September 22, 2015 – Kansas City, MO – Sprint Center September 25, 2015 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena September 26, 2015 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena October 2, 2015 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre October 3, 2015 – Toronto, ON – Rogers Centre October 8, 2015 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena October 9, 2015 – Omaha, NE – CenturyLink Center October 10, 2015 – Omaha, NE – CenturyLink Center October 13, 2015 – St. Louis, MO – Scottrade Center October 14, 2015 – St. Louis, MO – Scottrade Center October 17, 2015 – Dallas, TX – AT&T Stadium October 20, 2015 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena October 21, Greensboro, NC – Greensboro Coliseum Complex October 24, 2015 – Atlanta, GA – Georgia Dome October 27, 2015 – Miami, FL – American Airlines Arena October 31, 2015 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium

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50 photos that show Taylor Swift's meteoric rise from a Nashville country singer to the most famous musician in the world

• Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department," on Friday.
• In the 18 years since she released her debut album, Swift has become a billionaire.
• Here's a photographic journey through her career, her many eras, and her blockbuster tours.

In the 18 years since Taylor Swift released her first album, she's been a country star, a pop star, and a voice of a generation.

She's a four-time album of the year winner, a billionaire, and the first person with a tour grossing $1 billion . She also rocked the music industry when she decided to re-record her first five albums so she'd own the rights to her own music.

Plus, her 11th album, " The Tortured Poets Department ," is set for a massive debut on the charts after it was released on Friday.

But she wasn't always this juggernaut. Here's a look at her impressive career, from her 2006 debut to her 2024 superstardom.

Taylor Swift released her self-titled debut album in 2006. At the time, there was no telling that this 16-year-old country singer would become one of the most iconic musicians in history.

But by May 2007, Swift was already playing to large crowds. At the time, her aesthetic consisted of flowy dresses, acoustic guitar, curly hair, and cowboy boots.

Her guitar has been a constant companion from 2007 to 2024.

Swift's debut single was "Tim McGraw," named, of course, after the country star. In May 2007, she performed the song to him and his wife, Faith Hill, at the Academy of Country Music Awards.

An EP, “Beautiful Eyes,” was released in July 2008, just two months after she performed at Stagecoach Music Festival — essentially, country music's Coachella.

Even as her star was rising, Swift made time to take selfies with fans — on digital cameras!

By August 2009, her second album "Fearless" had been released and she was headlining Madison Square Garden.

A turning point in her career came during the MTV Video Music Awards in September 2009, when Kanye West interrupted her acceptance speech to declare Beyoncé deserved the award.

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In December, she performed with one of her then-musical idols, John Mayer. The two would go on to briefly date, inspiring her song "Dear John."

At the 2010 Grammys, Swift performed with Stevie Nicks — 14 years later, Swift referenced their connection in the song "Clara Bow."

Later that night, the "You Belong With Me" singer was gobsmacked to win album of the year. She'd later write about this night in "Long Live."

Her third album, "Speak Now," was released in October 2010. The world tour began in February 2011.

It sold over 1 million copies in its first week, the highest single-week sales for a female country artist. She also became the first female artist to have 11 songs on the Hot 100 simultaneously.

Source: Los Angeles Times

She continued to collaborate with musical legends. She brought James Taylor out at her Madison Square Garden show in November 2011.

In 2012, she made her first jump away from country music to more straightforward pop. The cowboy boots were nowhere to be found.

The debut single from her fourth album, "Red," called "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," became her first No. 1 on the Hot 100.

As her musical style changed, so did her style. She traded flowing dresses and cowboy boots for form-fitting dresses and high heels; gone was the curly hair, traded for sleek straight tresses.

The Red Tour grossed $150.2 million, making it the highest-grossing country tour ever when it ended in 2014.

Source: Billboard

She became the first female solo artist in 20 years to perform a stadium tour in Australia. The last female artist to do it was Madonna in 1993.

Source: The Sydney Morning Herald

In August 2014, she left behind country with the song "Shake It Off," a pure pop song.

Later that year, she performed at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show beside then-BFF Karlie Kloss.

"1989," Swift's fifth album, remains a high point of her career. It elevated Swift to pop-icon status and spawned three No. 1 hits and two more top-10 singles.

It was also the era of her "squad." People are still captivated by who is in Swift’s inner circle.

To top off the "1989" era, she won her second album of the year Grammy in February 2016.

Her bleached blonde era — known as "Bleachella," since she debuted it at Coachella in 2016 — showed that people were obsessed with her every move.

But by July 2016, Swift had vanished. Her feud with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West had resurfaced, with many on social media turning against her.

In 2017, she cleared her social media and told us: "There will be no explanation, just reputation." Her sixth album, "Reputation," was released in November.

"Reputation" brought a new dark and gritty aesthetic. But the old Taylor, who loves interacting with her fans, was still in there.

The Reputation Stadium Tour was her first all-stadium tour. Upon its completion in November 2018, it grossed $345.7 million, making it the highest-grossing North American tour ever.

Source: Forbes

In a savvy move, she reclaimed the snake imagery that had been used against her by critics.

But after her two years of all-black edginess, 2019 brought a complete aesthetic shift.

Her seventh album, "Lover," which was released in August 2019, is full of love songs, pastel rainbows, and bubblegum pop.

"Lover" was her sixth consecutive No. 1 album and the best-selling album of 2019. Her concerts for the album were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In July 2020, Swift surprised fans with her eighth album, "Folklore." It would go on to win album of the year — she was the first woman ever to win three times.

After a seven-year hiatus, she returned to her country roots. She performed the song "Betty" at the 2020 Academy of Country Music Awards.

In November 2021, Swift released the 10-minute version of her song "All Too Well" from 2012. She also directed an accompanying short film starring Dylan O'Brien and Sadie Sink.

"Red (Taylor’s Version)," her re-recorded version of the 2012 album "Red" was a huge hit. "All Too Well (10-Minute Version)" became the longest No. 1 song in the chart's history.

But just re-recording wasn't enough for Swift. In August 2022, she announced her 10th album, "Midnights," which became yet another hit.

The year 2023 was the year of Swift, as she embarked on her globe-spanning Eras Tour. The setlist pays homage to her career. She brought out the gold fringe for the "Fearless" set.

Since "Lover" never got a tour of its own, it kicks off the show. Four years after its release, Swifties got "Cruel Summer" to the top of the Hot 100.

During her "Speak Now" set, she brings back her koi-fish guitar and the purple dresses.

During the "Red" set, she interacts with some of her youngest fans.

In the "1989" portion, we get taken back in time to when Swift loved a two-piece set.

The "Reputation" era might be long gone, but the snakes are back for this portion of the show.

She also pays homage to the woodsy, cottage-core vibes of "Folklore" and its sister album, "Evermore."

Swift ends the night with the "Midnights" set, which spawned two of her two most recent hits, "Karma" and "Anti-Hero."

The Eras Tour has become a global phenomenon. It's the first tour to ever surpass $1 billion in revenue ... and it's not over yet.

In February 2024, Swift became the first artist to win album of the year four times when she won for "Midnights." That night, she announced her 11th album, "The Tortured Poets Department."

On its release, Swift surprised fans by announcing "TTPD" is a double album, and she dropped 15 more songs. It's set to be, once again, huge.

In 18 years, Swift has released 11 albums, four re-records, won 14 Grammys, had 11 No. 1 hits, become a billionaire, and broken countless records. She's showing no sign of slowing down.

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20 Stars Who Crashed Taylor Swift Concerts

Posted: April 22, 2024 | Last updated: April 22, 2024

All the Famous People Who Have Crashed Taylor Swift Concerts Over the Years

HAIM Sisters

In 2023, Taylor Swift treated fans to an electrifying concert experience, enhanced by a surprise appearance from the talented HAIM sisters. Este, Danielle, and Alana Haim joined Swift on stage, igniting the crowd with their infectious energy and harmonious vocals on their collab song from  evermore  titled "no body, no crime." 

The HAIM sisters' cameo added an extra layer of excitement to an already unforgettable night for fans. The unexpected collaboration showcased the strong bond between the artists and delighted audiences with a memorable performance. 

Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevigne, etc.

In 2015, Taylor Swift stunned fans with a star-studded surprise at her concert, as supermodels Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevingne, Karlie Kloss, and Kendall Jenner graced the stage. Their glamorous presence added a new dimension to Swift's performance, captivating the audience with their charisma and style. 

However, the following year saw Swift's rift with Delevingne, Kloss, and Jenner, amidst rumors of strained friendships and shifting allegiances. Despite the fallout, Swift's ability to unite such prominent figures on stage in 2015 showcased her influence and the power of her concerts to bring together diverse talents from various industries.

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill

On August 25, 2018, Nashville witnessed an iconic moment as Taylor Swift welcomed country legends Tim McGraw and Faith Hill onstage during her Reputation Stadium Tour at Nissan Stadium. The trio's collaboration electrified the crowd, blending Swift's pop prowess with the timeless appeal of McGraw and Hill's country roots. 

Taylor Swift performing with Tim McGraw is significant because it marks a passing of the torch moment in country music. McGraw, an established country icon, inspired Swift's career with her breakout hit "Tim McGraw." Their collaboration signifies Swift's evolution from country to pop while honoring her roots.

Mary J. Blige

Mary J. Blige is a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her soulful vocals and influential contributions to R&B and hip-hop music. On August 22, 2015, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, the stage was set for an unforgettable collaboration as singer-songwriters Mary J. Blige and Taylor Swift joined forces during Swift's 1989 World Tour. 

Their dynamic performance captivated the audience, blending Blige's soulful vocals with Swift's pop sensibilities. The duo's chemistry on stage showcased the power of collaboration and highlighted their mutual admiration for each other's artistry. It was a night filled with energy and emotion, leaving fans in awe of the talent and camaraderie between these two iconic musicians.

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran's friendship is well-known in the music industry and among fans. They first met in 2012 and quickly bonded over their shared passion for music. Despite their different musical styles—Swift being known for pop and country, while Sheeran leans towards folk and pop—their mutual respect for each other's talents formed a strong bond.

Over the years, they have publicly supported each other's work, collaborated on songs like "Everything Has Changed," and even toured together. They shared the stage at 102.7 KIIS FM's Jingle Ball 2017, captivating the audience with their dynamic performance. Their collaboration showcased their undeniable chemistry and musical prowess, delighting fans at The Forum in Inglewood, California, with an unforgettable night of music and camaraderie.

Camilla Cabello and Charli XCX

Camila Cabello is a Cuban-American singer known for hits like "Havana." Charli XCX is a British singer-songwriter famous for songs like "Boom Clap" and "1999."On May 8, 2018, Glendale, Arizona witnessed a star-studded spectacle as Charli XCX, Taylor Swift, and Camila Cabello kicked off Taylor Swift's Reputation Stadium Tour.

The trio's electrifying performance captivated the audience, blending their unique styles seamlessly. Their collaboration set the stage on fire, showcasing their immense talent and camaraderie. Opening night was a testament to Swift's ability to unite powerhouse performers for an unforgettable concert experience, leaving fans in awe of the dynamic energy and infectious enthusiasm that filled University of Phoenix Stadium.

Selena Gomez

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez share a close friendship dating back to their early years in the spotlight. They've supported each other through thick and thin, often seen attending events together and publicly praising each other's work. Their bond is built on mutual admiration, trust, and a shared understanding of the pressures of fame. They've celebrated each other's successes and provided comfort during challenging times, solidifying their status as true friends in an industry known for its fickleness.

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez perform onstage during the Taylor Swift reputation Stadium Tour at the Rose Bowl on May 19, 2018 in Pasadena, California Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez brought their undeniable chemistry to the stage during the reputation Stadium Tour at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on May 19, 2018. Their captivating performance delighted fans, showcasing their friendship and mutual respect in a memorable night of music and camaraderie.

Phoebe Bridgers

Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers share a blossoming friendship rooted in their mutual admiration for each other's music and talent. Swift has publicly praised Bridgers' songwriting prowess, and they've been seen supporting each other at industry events. Their friendship reflects a genuine connection and respect for each other's artistry, and they collaborated on  Red (Taylor's Version)  for the song "Nothing New." 

s. Rising to prominence with her debut album "Stranger in the Alps" in 2017, Bridgers has garnered widespread acclaim for her introspective songwriting style and raw emotional honesty. She's recognized for her evocative storytelling and ability to create atmospheric indie folk-rock music that resonates deeply with listeners. Phoebe Bridgers and Taylor Swift shared the stage during The Eras Tour at Nissan Stadium.

Taylor Lautner and Joey King

Taylor Swift's connections with Taylor Lautner and Joey King stem from their shared experiences in the entertainment industry. Lautner and Swift dated briefly, while King starred in Swift's "Mean" music video. Their professional ties and mutual acquaintanceship within Hollywood have contributed to their continued interactions and friendships over the years.

During night one of Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Taylor Swift, Joey King, and Taylor Lautner took the stage, captivating the audience with their presence. Their shared moment highlighted their enduring connections within the entertainment industry, delighting Kansas City, Missouri fans. Lautner backflipped on stage to debut a new music video for Speak Now (Taylor’s Version).

Victoria’s Secret Angels and Uzo Aduba

On July 11, 2015, The 1989 World Tour Live at MetLife Stadium became an unforgettable night as Taylor Swift was joined onstage by a lineup of A-listers, including Candice Swanepoel, Lily Aldridge, Uzo Aduba, Karlie Kloss, Behati Prinsloo, and Gigi Hadid. Their appearance added a glamorous touch to Swift's performance, captivating the audience in East Rutherford, New Jersey, with their star power and camaraderie. 

Uzo Aduba is a talented actress known for her versatile performances across television, film, and theater. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren in the Netflix series "Orange Is the New Black," winning multiple awards for her portrayal. Aduba's compelling acting and range have solidified her as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, earning her critical praise and a dedicated fanbase.

Selena Gomes (Again)

Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift share a deeply cherished friendship that spans over a decade. They've supported each other through life's highs and lows, often publicly expressing their admiration and affection for one another. During the Taylor Swift reputation Stadium Tour, Gomez was invited on stage multiple times, delighting fans with their joint performances. 

Their on-stage chemistry and genuine connection reflect the strength of their bond, captivating audiences and exemplifying the power of friendship in the face of fame and fortune. The sight of Gomez joining Swift on stage is a heartwarming testament to their enduring friendship, as Gomez is a multi-talented entertainer in her own right as a singer, actress, and producer.

HAIM (Again)

HAIM is known for their captivating blend of indie rock, pop, and R&B, characterized by infectious melodies, intricate harmonies, and dynamic instrumentation. They gained recognition for their soulful vocals, tight-knit sisterly bond, and energetic live performances, solidifying their status as one of the most acclaimed bands in contemporary music.

During The Eras Tour, fans were treated to multiple features on stage with Taylor Swift. Their performance mesmerized the audience in Inglewood, California, blending Swift's pop prowess with HAIM's indie rock flair. The synergy between the artists was palpable, solidifying the performance as a highlight of the tour.

Lena Dunham

Taylor Swift shared the stage with Hailee Steinfeld, Gigi Hadid, Lily Aldridge, and Lena Dunham during The 1989 World Tour Live at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Lena Dunham is an American actress, writer, director, and producer, best known for creating and starring in the HBO series  Girls , which garnered critical acclaim and earned her several awards. She's also known for her outspoken advocacy on issues such as feminism, body positivity, and mental health awareness.

Lena Dunham and Taylor Swift developed a close friendship over the years, often publicly supporting and praising each other's work. Dunham has spoken fondly of Swift, praising her talent and character, while Swift has reciprocated the admiration. Their friendship is built on mutual respect and shared interests, with both women supporting each other through personal and professional endeavors. Despite occasional controversies or criticisms, their bond remains strong!

Mariska Hargitay

Mariska Hargitay is an American actress best known for her role as Detective Olivia Benson on the long-running television series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. She has received critical acclaim and numerous awards for her portrayal of the compassionate and dedicated detective. Hargitay, Taylor Swift, and Cara Delevingne struck a pose onstage during The 1989 World Tour on June 12, 2015, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, captivating the audience with their star power and camaraderie.

Swift's affection for Hargitay is so deep that she named her cat after Hargitay's character on the show, Olivia Benson. Their friendship often makes headlines, showcasing Swift's appreciation for Hargitay's talent and empowering presence both on and off-screen. This connection underscores Swift's commitment to surrounding herself with inspiring individuals who uplift and support her in all aspects of her life and career.

Jennifer Nettles

Jennifer Nettles is a Grammy-winning country music artist best known as one-half of the duo Sugarland. She's left an indelible mark on the country music scene with a powerhouse voice and poignant songwriting. Nettles shares a warm friendship with Taylor Swift, characterized by mutual admiration for each other's artistry. 

Their bond was further showcased when Nettles made a surprise appearance during the rehearsals for Swift's reputation Stadium Tour at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on October 6, 2018. Their on-stage collaboration delighted fans, highlighting the strength of their connection and their shared passion for music.

Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert, renowned for her powerful country music, appeared surprisedly at Taylor Swift's concert at the Greensboro Coliseum on October 21, 2015. The unexpected collaboration thrilled fans, showcasing the strong bond between the two talented artists.  

This surprise guest moment not only highlighted the mutual respect and admiration between Lambert and Swift but also demonstrated their ability to create memorable and unforgettable experiences for their adoring fans.

Matt Leblanc, Chris Rock, and Sean O'Pry

During Taylor Swift's 1989 World Tour in Los Angeles on August 22, 2015, fans were treated to an unexpected surprise as Matt LeBlanc, known for his role in Friends,"  joined comedian Chris Rock and actor Sean O'Pry onstage. Their presence added a unique and exciting element to the concert, showcasing Swift's ability to bring together diverse talents from various entertainment realms. 

The trio's appearance delighted the audience, highlighting Swift's broad appeal and her ability to create unforgettable moments that transcend music, uniting fans and celebrities alike in a shared experience of joy and entertainment.

During The Eras Tour at MetLife Stadium on May 26, 2023, fans were treated to an electrifying collaboration as Taylor Swift welcomed Ice Spice onstage. Spice, an up-and-coming rapper, gained recognition for her collaboration with Swift on the remix of "Karma" from the Midnights album, and her appearance in the music video became a viral sensation and meme.

Their on-stage chemistry delighted the audience, highlighting their close friendship. Spice's support extended beyond music, joining Swift at the 2024 Super Bowl to support Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, solidifying her status as a cherished member of Swift's inner circle.

Jack Antonoff

Jack Antonoff is a prominent American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He's best known as the lead guitarist of the band fun. and as the frontman of the band Bleachers. Antonoff has also gained recognition for his collaborations with various artists, including Taylor Swift, Lorde, St. Vincent, and Lana Del Rey. Swift and Antonoff's collaboration began with Swift's album 1989 , where Antonoff contributed to several tracks, including the hit single "Out of the Woods."

Since then, Antonoff has co-written and produced numerous songs for Swift's albums. He was a special guest on Taylor’s Eras Tour to perform their arguably most famous collaboration, "Getaway Car," during the acoustic set at MetLife stadium on May 26, 2023.

Marcus Mumford

Marcus Mumford is a British musician best known as the lead vocalist and guitarist of the folk-rock band Mumford & Sons. His soulful vocals and heartfelt songwriting have earned the band widespread acclaim. Mumford shares a friendship with Taylor Swift, which extends beyond their mutual admiration for music. 

This bond was further showcased when Mumford made a surprise guest appearance during the acoustic set of night two of The Eras Tour on March 25, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Performing "Cowboy Like Me" alongside Swift, Mumford added a magical touch to the concert, delighting fans with their harmonious duet.

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A double album. Thirty one songs. Two hours and two minutes. In the spaces between the international, record- breaking Eras Tour, Taylor Swift released her 11th era: "The Tortured Poets Department." But will the behemoth tour make room for the newest addition to Swift's vast catalog and how?

"The Tortured Poets Department" showcases the singer's mastery to connect words like puzzle pieces seamlessly depicting the human experience and complex themes of false wedding promises, relationship imprisonment, break-ups and drug escapism, religion versus rebellion, childhood retrospection and the duality of internally suffering while externally performing. It would be a surprise for her not to push this body of art into the spotlight.

But how it fits into the 44-song three hour and 15-minute Eras tour is anyone's guess. And we won't find out until she resumes the tour on May 9 in Paris. I'll be there.

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Whether or not she's incorporating the era has already been decided. Swift is 13 steps ahead . She plans her moves years in advance. There is a two-month break from the tour and she has been spending time in Los Angeles. Her team of dancers have not been as active on social media possibly because they're rehearsing a new set. Or maybe it's a coincidence?

The simplest path would be to absorb some of the the 31 songs into the acoustic set that comes after "Bad Blood" during the "1989" era. Swift has used the 2024 surprise songs to play mash-ups on the guitar and the piano. It's when she makes announcements and it's a custom gift to concertgoers and fans watch in envy on livestreams from around the world.

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More likely, she will add a "Tortured Poets" set. The show is segmented, allowing a new era to squeeze in. She could open the show with the new era, although "Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince's" opening line is a perfect opening for an artist who has released seven albums and hasn't seen fans: "It's been a long time coming." She could end the show with the set, but "Karma" is a good show closer.

Cue the confetti. If she ends the tour with "Tortured Poets," I'm guessing "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart" is the closer.

The writing shines bright like Swift's glittering sequin stars which is reminiscent of and relative to "Folklore" and "Evermore." For the flow of the concert, it makes more sense to not place "Tortured Poets" next to these albums. The show flows with a narrative that spans almost two decades with highs and lows of energy. Two areas that could be good: after "Reputation" and before "Speak Now" or after the secret songs and before "Midnights." Maybe she dives into the stage to swim to the an asylum of typewriters and tormented thoughts.

The four eras with the most amount of songs are the latest records she owned that aren't re-records: "Lover" (six songs), "Folklore" (seven songs), "Evermore" (five songs) and "Midnights" (seven songs). Will she follow that flow? Will she cut songs from these eras?

I could see her performing the lead single "Fortnight," title track "The Tortured Poets Department," Eras Tour song "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart," "Down Bad," "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me," "thanK you aIMee" and "So High School."

Swift holds the answer key. Sixty-nine shows are left on the recording shattering magnum opus for 2024.

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Taylor Swift college course seeks to inspire students to emulate her business acumen

By Jo Ling Kent

April 18, 2024 / 9:06 PM EDT / CBS News

Berkeley, California — You might not expect a business school course to begin with students belting out Taylor Swift's "Cruel Summer," but at the University of California, Berkeley, Swift is not just a " tortured poet ," she's a case study in how to build an empire.

"Taylor Swift is a phenomenon," UC Berkeley senior Sejal Krishnan, a chemical engineering major, told CBS News. " Her tour has essentially revitalized so much of the economy and boosted the local economy everywhere she goes."

Undergrads Sofia Lendahl and Miaad Bushala teach Artistry and Entrepreneurship: Taylor's Version to 44 fellow students.

"Taylor is so strategic in all the things that she does," Bushala said. "When you think of a brand, that's all they ever want. They want loyal customers. And that's what Taylor has."

"There's a reason top institutions are studying that," Krishnan added. "They know it's a trend."

Along with UC Berkeley, several universities nationwide — including Harvard and Stanford — are offering classes on the so-called "Swift Effect" in departments ranging from English to political science and gender studies.

Swift's successes and failures, including the battle to  regain control  of her master recordings, are part of the syllabus at UC Berkeley.

"We've also learned about some of the implications she's had on legal issues, such as artist rights and ticketing legislation, which has been really impactful as well, because that's not something you see every day," said student Will Grischo, who is majoring in media studies and art history.

When asked how their families reacted to them taking a course on Taylor Swift?

"My parents were super thrilled," Krishnan said. "My mom took me to the 1989 concert."    

"They (my parents) were like, 'You have to take this class, if it's not now, never,'" said student Jessica Revolorio, a sociology major who is the first in her family to attend college in the U.S.

And Swift now has some students thinking even bigger.

"She's incredibly fearless in the ways in which she doesn't mind taking creative risks," said student Angelique Zoile, who is studying business. "To me it's like, climb the corporate ladder...I'll end up as a manager in five years or so." 

Zoile said she is more ready to take career risks because of this Swift-inspired class. 

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On ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ Taylor Swift Could Use an Editor

Over 16 songs (and a second LP), the pop superstar litigates her recent romances. But the themes, and familiar sonic backdrops, generate diminishing returns.

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By Lindsay Zoladz

If there has been a common thread — an invisible string, if you will — connecting the last few years of Taylor Swift’s output, it has been abundance.

Nearly 20 years into her career, Swift, 34, is more popular and prolific than ever, sating her ravenous fan base and expanding her cultural domination with a near-constant stream of music — five new albums plus four rerecorded ones since 2019 alone. Her last LP, “Midnights” from 2022, rolled out in multiple editions, each with its own extra songs and collectible covers. Her record-breaking Eras Tour is a three-and-a-half-hour marathon featuring 40-plus songs, including the revised 10-minute version of her lost-innocence ballad “All Too Well.” In this imperial era of her long reign, Swift has operated under the guiding principle that more is more.

What Swift reveals on her sprawling and often self-indulgent 11th LP, “The Tortured Poets Department,” is that this stretch of productivity and commercial success was also a tumultuous time for her, emotionally. “I can read your mind: ‘She’s having the time of her life,’” Swift sings on “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” a percolating track that evokes the glitter and adoration of the Eras Tour but admits, “All the pieces of me shattered as the crowd was chanting ‘more.’” And yet, that’s exactly what she continues to provide, announcing two hours after the release of “Poets” that — surprise! — there was a second “volume” of the album, “The Anthology,” featuring 15 additional, though largely superfluous, tracks.

Gone are the character studies and fictionalized narratives of Swift’s 2020 folk-pop albums “Folklore” and “Evermore.” The feverish “Tortured Poets Department” is a full-throated return to her specialty: autobiographical and sometimes spiteful tales of heartbreak, full of detailed, referential lyrics that her fans will delight in decoding.

Swift doesn’t name names, but she drops plenty of boldfaced clues about exiting a long-term cross-cultural relationship that has grown cold (the wrenching “So Long, London”), briefly taking up with a tattooed bad boy who raises the hackles of the more judgmental people in her life (the wild-eyed “But Daddy I Love Him”) and starting fresh with someone who makes her sing in — ahem — football metaphors (the weightless “The Alchemy”). The subject of the most headline-grabbing track on “The Anthology,” a fellow member of the Tortured Billionaires Club whom Swift reimagines as a high school bully, is right there in the title’s odd capitalization: “thanK you aIMee.”

At times, the album is a return to form. Its first two songs are potent reminders of how viscerally Swift can summon the flushed delirium of a doomed romance. The opener, “Fortnight,” a pulsing, synth-frosted duet with Post Malone, is chilly and controlled until lines like “I love you, it’s ruining my life” inspire the song to thaw and glow. Even better is the chatty, radiant title track , on which Swift’s voice glides across smooth keyboard arpeggios, self-deprecatingly comparing herself and her lover to more daring poets before concluding, “This ain’t the Chelsea Hotel, we’re modern idiots.” Many Swift songs get lost in dense thickets of their own vocabulary, but here the goofy particularity of the lyrics — chocolate bars, first-name nods to friends, a reference to the pop songwriter Charlie Puth ?! — is strangely humanizing.

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For all its sprawl, though, “The Tortured Poets Department” is a curiously insular album, often cradled in the familiar, amniotic throb of Jack Antonoff’s production. ( Aaron Dessner of the National, who lends a more muted and organic sensibility to Swift’s sound, produced and helped write five tracks on the first album, and the majority of “The Anthology.”) Antonoff and Swift have been working together since he contributed to her blockbuster album “1989” from 2014, and he has become her most consistent collaborator. There is a sonic uniformity to much of “The Tortured Poets Department,” however — gauzy backdrops, gently thumping synths, drum machine rhythms that lock Swift into a clipped, chirping staccato — that suggests their partnership has become too comfortable and risks growing stale.

As the album goes on, Swift’s lyricism starts to feel unrestrained, imprecise and unnecessarily verbose. Breathless lines overflow and lead their melodies down circuitous paths. As they did on “Midnights,” internal rhymes multiply like recitations of dictionary pages: “Camera flashes, welcome bashes, get the matches, toss the ashes off the ledge,” she intones in a bouncy cadence on “Fresh Out the Slammer,” one of several songs that lean too heavily on rote prison metaphors. Narcotic imagery is another inspiration for some of Swift’s most trite and head-scratching writing: “Florida,” apparently, “is one hell of a drug.” If you say so!

That song , though, is one of the album’s best — a thunderous collaboration with the pop sorceress Florence Welch, who blows in like a gust of fresh air and allows Swift to harness a more theatrical and dynamic aesthetic. “Guilty as Sin?,” another lovely entry, is the rare Antonoff production that frames Swift’s voice not in rigid electronics but in a ’90s soft-rock atmosphere. On these tracks in particular, crisp Swiftian images emerge: an imagined lover’s “messy top-lip kiss,” 30-something friends who “all smell like weed or little babies.”

It would not be a Swift album without an overheated and disproportionately scaled revenge song, and there is a doozy here called “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?,” which bristles with indignation over a grand, booming palette. Given the enormous cultural power that Swift wields, and the fact that she has played dexterously with humor and irony elsewhere in her catalog, it’s surprising she doesn’t deliver this one with a (needed) wink.

Plenty of great artists are driven by feelings of being underestimated, and have had to find new targets for their ire once they become too successful to convincingly claim underdog status. Beyoncé, who has reached a similar moment in her career, has opted to look outward. On her recently released “Cowboy Carter,” she takes aim at the racist traditionalists lingering in the music industry and the idea of genre as a means of confinement or limitation.

Swift’s new project remains fixed on her internal world. The villains of “The Tortured Poets Department” are a few less famous exes and, on the unexpectedly venomous “But Daddy I Love Him,” the “wine moms” and “Sarahs and Hannahs in their Sunday best” who cluck their tongues at our narrator’s dating decisions. (Some might speculate that these are actually shots at her own fans.) “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived” is probably the most satisfyingly vicious breakup song Swift has written since “All Too Well,” but it is predicated on a power imbalance that goes unquestioned. Is a clash between the smallest man and the biggest woman in the world a fair fight?

That’s a knotty question Swift might have been more keen to untangle on “Midnights,” an uneven LP that nonetheless found Swift asking deeper and more challenging questions about gender, power and adult womanhood than she does here. It is to the detriment of “The Tortured Poets Department” that a certain starry-eyed fascination with fairy tales has crept back into Swift’s lyricism. It is almost singularly focused on the salvation of romantic love; I tried to keep a tally of how many songs yearningly reference wedding rings and ran out of fingers. By the end, this perspective makes the album feel a bit hermetic, lacking the depth and taut structure of her best work.

Swift has been promoting this poetry-themed album with hand-typed lyrics, sponsored library installations and even an epilogue written in verse. A palpable love of language and a fascination with the ways words lock together in rhyme certainly courses through Swift’s writing. But poetry is not a marketing strategy or even an aesthetic — it’s a whole way of looking at the world and its language, turning them both upside down in search of new meanings and possibilities. It is also an art form in which, quite often and counter to the governing principle of Swift’s current empire, less is more.

Sylvia Plath once called poetry “a tyrannical discipline,” because the poet must “go so far and so fast in such a small space; you’ve got to burn away all the peripherals.” Great poets know how to condense, or at least how to edit. The sharpest moments of “The Tortured Poets Department” would be even more piercing in the absence of excess, but instead the clutter lingers, while Swift holds an unlit match.

Taylor Swift “The Tortured Poets Department” (Republic)

Inside the World of Taylor Swift

A Triumph at the Grammys: Taylor Swift made history  by winning her fourth album of the year at the 2024 edition of the awards, an event that saw women take many of the top awards .

‘The T ortured Poets Department’: Poets reacted to Swift’s new album name , weighing in on the pertinent question: What do the tortured poets think ?  

In the Public Eye: The budding romance between Swift and the football player Travis Kelce created a monocultural vortex that reached its apex  at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Ahead of kickoff, we revisited some key moments in their relationship .

Politics (Taylor’s Version): After months of anticipation, Swift made her first foray into the 2024 election for Super Tuesday with a bipartisan message on Instagram . The singer, who some believe has enough influence  to affect the result of the election , has yet to endorse a presidential candidate.

Conspiracy Theories: In recent months, conspiracy theories about Swift and her relationship with Kelce have proliferated , largely driven by supporters of former President Donald Trump . The pop star's fans are shaking them off .

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Talk about a Swift sellout.

Following last Friday’s release of her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” Taylor Swift took to YouTube Shorts to share some rare behind-the-scenes footage from her personal life, including a several-second snippet of herself playing pickleball in a tutu-style lavender skirt.

Despite the clip’s brevity, it took mere moments for Taylor Swift Style blogger Sarah Chapelle to ID the singer’s activewear as the Popflex Pirouette Skort ($60) — and just 15 minutes for the style to sell out completely in Swift’s lilac shade. Before long, it was wiped out of stock in all 11 colors.

“I was in shock. Pure shock,” the activewear brand’s founder, Cassey Ho , tells Page Six Style. At the time Swift posted the video, Ho was at the hair salon with her phone on “Do Not Disturb” mode, so she missed the first handful of calls from her husband as he tried to alert her of the major moment.

“It finally went through because when you do that on iPhone, it counts as an emergency,” she says, quipping, “This was an emergency.”

In an effort to meet the overwhelming demand, Ho enabled preorders for the lavender skort on her Shopify site — “we never do this,” she says — and has since sold “about 7,000” of the Swift-approved style. Since they’ll all be made from scratch, the skorts will ship in August.

“I don’t want to rush through anything; I want to make sure everyone who’s ordering the skort gets the same quality that Taylor got,” she notes.

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But this was no flash-in-the-pan stroke of fortune for Ho and her brand — Swift returned to YouTube Thursday to share a compilation of clips from her recent Eras Tour rehearsals, which happened to be peppered with Popflex pieces.

In one scene, she pairs her Pirouette Skort with the brand’s Corset Bra ($44); in another, she takes the streamlined Twirl Skort ($54) for a spin, while a third shows her striking a confident pose in the Crisscross Hourglass Booty Short ($45).

Popflex Corset Bra

Popflex Twirl Skort

Popflex Crisscross Hourglass Booty Short

Ho confirms none of the merchandise was gifted to the superstar.

“I think she placed an order — I don’t know when,” she tells us. “And it seems like she must have bought a lot of things!”

The fitness entrepreneur and influencer, who’s also the founder of the popular YouTube channel Blogilates , describes her designs as “romantic, feminine, but also always solving a problem,” pointing to Popflex’s inclusive size range (XXS to 3X) and multiple available legging lengths as examples of the latter.

“We all know that Taylor loves princesses and castles and love stories. And so I think because of that, she’s really drawn to the femininity and the romantic-ness of it all.”

Scoring the Grammy winner’s stamp of approval is especially meaningful for Ho, who’s been a Swiftie since 2006.

In 2014, after posting a YouTube video spotlighting her favorite songs from Swift’s emotional “Red” album — “I was going through a lot at the time,” she says — the vlogger even scored an invite to one of her idol’s “secret sessions,” and was one of the first people to hear Swift’s then-unreleased “1989” record in the musician’s own LA home.

“ The Taylor Swift walks out with her red lips and her cropped hair and her crop top, and I’m physically shaking, and she walks over and says, ‘Cassey, I love your videos,'” Ho recalls. “I’m like, ‘What do you mean?!’ “

Years later, the pair’s lives have paralleled in other ways; while Swift was fighting for ownership of her master recordings , Ho was battling larger companies selling bootleg versions of her creations.

“When I designed the Pirouette Skort a few years ago, I remember telling my husband, ‘This is the one that’s going to be stolen by Shein .’ I just knew, because it’s so different,” she says.

Since then, Ho tells me she’s dealt with two separate instances of the fast-fashion giant knocking off her signature design and selling it for cheap; she recently applied for a design patent to protect her work.

“It took a whole year for me to get the patent, but it was weirdly awarded on my birthday,” she says, adding that she announced the milestone with a TikTok set to — what else? — Swift’s tune “Karma.”

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Unfortunately, the patent hasn’t put the kibosh on all the copycats.

“Amazon and TikTok Shop make it really easy,” the designer says, telling us she’s flagged “a ton” of listings for lookalike skorts that include customer reviews and photos taken from her own website — including snaps of Ho herself.

“Every day is like Whac-A-Mole; we take one [listing] down, they start a new account and put it up again,” she adds. “Dupe culture — counterfeit culture — has gotten out of control.”

But considering most Swifties now swear to only listen to the musician’s rerecorded versions of her earlier albums, Ho is confident that those in search of Swift’s skort will add “Cassey’s Version” to their carts.

“Swifties want the real thing. They want the thing that Taylor’s wearing,” she says. “And I just hope that the skort makes everyone who gets it really happy.”

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