Taylor Swift fans, also known as the Swifties, recently went into a frenzy over alleged leaks from her upcoming album “The Tortured Poets Department.” The leaks, containing snippets of 17 songs, were shared via a Google Drive link. Swift had confirmed that her 11th studio album would consist of 11 tracks, leading fans to speculate about the authenticity of the leaked songs. The Swifties were divided over the legitimacy of the leaks, with some suspecting them to be created from artificial intelligence.
Amidst the chaos surrounding the alleged leaks, some fans urged others not to listen to the leaked songs and report any posts sharing them on social media platforms. Many Swifties took to Twitter to express their disappointment in those trying to spread the leaks, emphasizing the importance of respecting the artist’s work. Taylor Swift’s representatives were contacted for comment on the leaks, but they did not respond immediately to inquiries.
Prior to the album’s official release, Swift collaborated with Spotify on a special “library installation” at The Grove in Los Angeles. The exhibit featured various easter eggs related to the new project, such as an open book with cryptic lyrics hinting at what fans could expect from “The Tortured Poets Department.” Swift initially announced the album at the 2024 Grammy Awards, revealing its title while accepting an award for Best Pop Vocal Album.
The album’s title, “The Tortured Poets Department,” is believed to be a subtle jab at a group text involving Swift’s ex Joe Alwyn and his friends Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott, known as the “The Tortured Man Club.” Swift’s fans speculate that some of the lyrics from the album, such as “Even statues crumble if they’re made to wait,” may be references to Alwyn. The actor and Swift had a six-year-long relationship, which ended prior to the release of Swift’s new album.
Overall, the leaked songs sparked controversy among Taylor Swift fans, with many expressing their disapproval of spreading unauthorized material ahead of the album’s release. Despite the excitement surrounding the highly anticipated album, Swifties were encouraged to respect the artist’s work and not engage in sharing leaked content. As the speculation continues, fans eagerly await the official release of “The Tortured Poets Department” and look forward to hearing the full album as intended by Taylor Swift.
