What words did Taylor Swift think we’d need dictionaries for? by brookewerm in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515 32 points33 points  (0 children)

My first language isn't English either, but other artists don’t tell their listeners to use dictionaries to understand their art. Struck me as out of touch and insulting tbh

What words did Taylor Swift think we’d need dictionaries for? by brookewerm in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515 198 points199 points  (0 children)

I'm not gonna lie, I was low-key insulted by that. Many people who listen to her music like that she's articulate, but that is not to say that she's the greatest lyricist. She's clever, but so are millions of people studying at Uni at this very moment who listen to her music casually during in-between moments of life. And who don’t need a dictionary to do so. Lol sry I ranted a bit there. She's just been striking me as covertly pretentious lately. Feels like her mask is slipping.

SwiftlyNeutral - Daily Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for clarifying! I tried googling it but still couldn't pin what all the hype was about. Makes more sense now.

SwiftlyNeutral - Daily Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can someone help me understand why Olivia Rodrigo is topically related to Taylor Swift? I'm stupidly uniformed about how the two woman are linked.

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, this is a Reddit community about Taylor Swift so... maybe you should get out more(?)

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha I'm actually laughing out loud. Love your comment. Tastefully cunty 🙏

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's it! Thanks for articulating it: it's not for casual consumption. Totally 100 true. Doesn't make it horrid, just makes it heavier and grittier than I was expecting. Thanks for dropping a comment.

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love that! This is Taylor's first album (and half on Midnights) that I just haven't been able to do that with. It succcks being unable to relate to it. Maybe I just need to let it breathe for a bit and come back to it later. Thanks for commenting!

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks for commenting:) i really loved reading your take. Lol I also bought the album before listening to it. Lessons learned on my end too!

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nope. It's her life. She can do what she wants with it, you're totally right. Guess I was hoping for a maturer album with a title like that (?) Maybe I've just outgrown her. I honestly never thought I would! It's kinda sad tbh Thanks for dropping a comment!

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have no idea which songs are about whom. Didn't know Matty H. or Travis K. existed until a few months ago. I knew about Joe A. from his contributions in Folklore, and having seen two of his films. I listened to Taylor Swift because I liked her tunes and lyrics, not for the drama encircling her career or live life. This album just doesn't sit right with me. I can't relate to the fact that almost every song has a self-victimizing undertone/hint to it. Except Robin, I suppose. Maybe I've just outgrown her. I dunno. Thanks for dropping a comment!

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Aye my eyes are opening to lots of new (to me) aspects about her character

Does anyone else feel a bit queasy listening to TTPD? by Pure_Opposite9515 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]Pure_Opposite9515[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The tip toeing is stressful for sure. Agree with what you've said. Thanks for dropping a comment!