Taylor Swift drops “1989 (Taylor’s Version)”

Nine years after its original release date of October 27, 2014, Taylor Swift has released the

re-recorded version of her fifth album, "1989." Featuring fresh renditions of fan-favorites

such as "Style," "Blank Space," "Shake It Off," and "Wildest Dreams," the singer returned

to the project with a more mature perspective on her career.

By re-collaborating with the original album producers - Jack Antonoff, Ryan Tedder, Max

Martin, and Shellback - Swift's updated version of "1989" retains the essence of her

mid-20s sound.

In an Instagram post, the singer stated, "I was born in 1989, reinvented for the first time in

2014, and a part of me was reclaimed in 2023 with the re-release of this album I hold so

dear."

The re-release of "1989" follows the sale of Swift's music catalog by music executive

Scooter Braun in 2020, transferring it to Walt Disney's family investment firm, Shamrock

Holdings, for $405 million. Braun's profit from the sale of the singer's masters led Swift to

pledge to re-record all albums previously sold by the music executive.

Swift also expressed that the re-recorded version offers her an opportunity to show her

appreciation to her fans for their unwavering support of "1989" over the years, particularly

during her transition from country to pop music.

The singer remarked, "Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine the magic you would

bring into my life for so long. This moment reflects the journey we've embarked on and the

enduring love between us, shining even in the darkest hours. With gratitude and a sense

of wonder, I present to you my version of '1989.' It's been waiting for you."

"1989 (Taylor’s Version)" includes five new "vault tracks," which were originally omitted

from her albums. These tracks are titled "‘Slut!'," "Say Don't Go," "Now That We Don't

Talk," "Suburban Legends," and "Is It Over Now?" Swift has once again surprised her fans

with new music and has included a re-recorded version of "Bad Blood (feat. Kendrick

Lamar)."

This new release demonstrates that Swift has moved on from her past, continuing to

delight her fans with her authenticity.