Taylor Swift's pre-album release tradition is a heartfelt way to bid farewell to her previous musical era.
Before dropping her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl, Swift listened to her entire previous album, The Tortured Poets Department, to mark the end of that chapter.
This tradition, revealed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, showcases her dedication to her craft and the emotional connection she has with her music.
The Blank Space crooner explained that she was in a similar emotional space when writing The Life of a Showgirl as she was when creating The Tortured Poets Department, which she wrote while feeling miserable during her record-breaking Eras Tour.
In contrast, The Life of a Showgirl is a vibrant departure from the monochromatic album art of The Tortured Poets Department, featuring bedazzled costumes and feathered boas.
"I listened to 'Tortured Poets Department' to say goodbye to it. I do it every time," Swift shared, highlighting the significance of closure in her creative process.
This tradition allows her to reflect on her growth as an artist and the evolution of her music.
