BETA
Chapter 1
From Nashville roots to country stardom
Chapter 2
The pop revolution and reputation
Chapter 3
Indie folk and the Eras phenomenon
Chapter 4
The art and business of songwriting
YOUR GOAL
Master of The world of Taylor Swift
Ch 4 · The art and business of songwriting
sonia Decode the metaphors in Taylor's lyrics to master the secrets of her storytelling genius.
sonia Master Recordings
It's Taylor's Version now (yeah, it's mine!) / Reclaiming her masters in style (every line!)
sonia Her re-recorded albums feature previously unreleased songs written during the original eras, called 'From the Vault'.
sonia Swift has consistently used her platform to fight for fair compensation for musicians.
Fun Fact
Friendship bracelets: The tradition of trading friendship bracelets at the Eras Tour was inspired by a single lyric in Taylor Swift's 2022 song 'You're on Your Own, Kid'.
Glossary
publishing (noun)
The business of preparing and issuing books, music, or other works for sale or distribution. Swift signed her first publishing contract with Sony/ATV in 2004 at age fourteen.
The business of preparing and issuing books, music, or other works for sale or distribution. Swift signed her first publishing contract with Sony/ATV in 2004 at age fourteen.
Quiz
In 2014, Taylor Swift pulled her entire music catalog from which streaming service to protest low royalty rates for artists?
Quiz
What does Taylor Swift call the previously unreleased songs she includes on her re-recorded 'Taylor's Version' albums?
Quiz
How did Taylor Swift hide secret messages in her physical album lyric booklets during her early career?
Quiz
What name is commonly used to describe Taylor Swift's massive, highly dedicated global fanbase?
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Which 2022 Taylor Swift song inspired millions of fans to make and trade handmade friendship bracelets at her Eras Tour?
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Which city temporarily renamed itself 'Swift City' to kick off the start of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in 2023?