Hip Hop Fan listening to Taylor Swift - Reputation

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

My Goal is 30K subs 🥺. Please subscribe!! Follow my IG/Twitter @anthony96jr instagram.com/anthony96jr/ You can DM any Taylor news/music you want and I’ll listen. Promise!! I appreciate the love & hate!!!

[@robertwilfred12]

Enjoying them! Keep it up! 👌😍

[@ellamancini935]

I think you are doing great!!! Amazing video!!!!💕

[@AGrrrlsTwoSoundCents]

That comment was a serious reach, there is NO need to delete the video. some of the stans need to be a little more conscious of the fact that not everybody is in the loop, and you clearly meant zero harm by that one sentence. keep the video up

[@stephaniep5458]

I don't know why they are saying this stuff, I didn't expect you to know the ins and outs of every situation in Taylor's life and you haven't said anything nasty about her. Please don't delete the video, I enjoyed it plus it made me laugh at some of your jokes! You can't please everyone but the majority of us appreciate the work you put in

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

R. A. Thank you ❤️🙌🏾

[@shelbiereynolds]

The biggest crime is that this album didn’t win any Grammy’s

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I hate the Grammys! They don’t get anything right lol

[@sarahburkett4790]

Anthony Aiken Jr u only hate them because it favorite didn’t win. If she had u would be jumping off walls. Not everybody will win.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Sarah Burkett No. #1, my hate for the Grammys has nothing to do with Taylor Swift not winning. If you watch my channel, you’ll know that I just started enjoying her music a few weeks ago. My hate for the Grammys comes from how they treat Hip Hop artists and Black artists as a whole. There have only been two hip hop albums in the history of the genre to win AOTY and those were crossover albums. Also, watch Tyler The Creator’s speech at last year’s Grammys where he expressed his disappointment at his album being labeled “Hip Hop” when it was clearly anything but that. That’s why I hate the Grammys. So, yes, they don’t get anything right.

[@sarahburkett4790]

Anthony Aiken Jr Oic my bad. 🤷‍♀️

[@cynthian420]

Anthony Aiken Jr preach tell em

[@heidilynnelacoste7824]

This is probably my favorite album besides folklore. She was so hurt and betrayed when she wrote this which is why I think it’s her most authentic album. She was at her lowest and that made her make an album without overthinking.

[@morghann21313]

I feel the same about it

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

HeidiLynne LaCoste This album seemed very authentic which I loved. I love folklore too because of the lyricism and storytelling. Both albums are gems.

[@ilovesummer9750]

Folklor reputation and lover are my fave

[@ingrid5753]

My faves are rep and folklore too!

[@Swiftly_Wi1d]

That's the beauty of Taylor's music! Almost any mood you're in, she's got an album for it 🦋 🏰 🪕 ❤ 🎙🐍 🌈 📖

[@andrearino510]

"Love would make you crazy apparently. I wouldn't know I'm single." LMAO. ISSA MOOD.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

😂😂 It’s a sad life for me

[@andrearino510]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Hey! Hahaha. Just get yourself some cats too! Sending love from the Philippines!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Andrea Riño That might be my future. 😂 Thanks for getting my hopes. Sending love from New york

[@andrearino510]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Waiting for that RED reaction in the future! Love your reactions and editing. 👏 Keep 'em coming.

[@LindsUnhinged]

That part fucking sent me!! 😂😂😂

[@pencilxthoughts]

the way you pointed out that half of this album is dark and the other half is romantic poetry is EXACTLY what it is-- she made this album while she was in hiding from the public after the kanye phone call fiasco in 2016. it was the darkest and most difficult point in her life, and YET at the same time, as this ordeal was happening, she found the "king of her heart", the man she's been waiting for. so while her entire world outside her four walls was crumbling, insider, she's safe with him. (this is better described in her Miss Americana docu). so yeah (almost) every love song in this album is about him-- the one who saw through the darkness and loved her despite her reputation at the time

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

You really get those vibes listening. You explained it perfectly

[@catsinwonderland7473]

"My reputation!s never been worse so- you must like me for me."

[@oreoslurpee9887]

how the "king of my heart" line aged like milk...

[@elliesmith2059]

So the whole reputation album is satirical. Taylor took on the persona that the media had been building about her for years which culminated with the Kim and Kanye drama (a liar, a snake, travelling across the globe ensaring all these men, playing the victim etc - imagine it like a female fatal figure, the classic demonized woman). So Taylor took these characteristics and wrote her album in that persona, think of it as 'well if I can't beat them (get back her ruined reputation) then I'll just become what they want me to be, but I'll go further and do it better than they could have imagined'. She dissapeared from the spotlight and wasn't seen publically for a year, her mantra for this album was 'there will be no explanation there will only be reputation'. She addressed all of these media cultivated opinions about her through her music, in that way the album is named very literally! Such a genius album and unless you know all of the context it's hard to really understand and appreciate it's brilliance!! All while this was going on she was falling in love with someone who didn't care about all of the drama and her reputation, so she also writes about this aspect of reputation on the album! If you watch Miss Americana on Netflix it explains a lot more of what was going on behind the scenes!!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Ellie Smith Hey!! So, I just want to put this out there!! I really enjoyed this album and think it’s genius even without the context. She is incredibly talented and the production on here is insane. After listening to it for the first time, I will definitely research more personal info to connect the dots. That’s what makes music fun for me atleast. I hope you enjoyed my reaction though!! Sorry if I came off misinformed to you

[@maryk687]

@@AnthonyAikenJr I thought it was very interesting to watch you react to it eventhough you did not know a lot about her past. It put everything in another perspective, for me at least

[@sarahburkett4790]

Well to be frank the media wasn’t wrong about her dating life. Ya we all know about bad blood. If Taylor is great at one thing it’s get back at people who have down her wrong. She obviously shades lots of people on that album. Like she reminds me of some stuck up girls in my high school like if u mess with me I’ll mess u up bad. Like they said she had a bad reputation! 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

[@anto4380delaguaridaa]

@@sarahburkett4790 she dated a normal amount for a 20 year old but the media reduced her to that

[@neeliknowsnothing]

@@sarahburkett4790 literally Harry styles (one of her exes) said that that's what all musicians do and that dating one is like signing up for your best and worst moments to be expressed in song so...what's the big deal

[@micpena3583]

The best thing about this album is how she managed to tell a story through the track order and even the production of the songs. You're right when you noticed that the album took a turn midway. It started with noise with Ready For It (the first songs were overly produced and even distorted her voice on some) and ended with New Year's Day with just her piano and her raw vocals. It really captured how despite her chaotic life she learned to tune out the noise and find peace.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Love what you said at the end. “Learning to tune out noise and fine peace. Very well put!! & thanks for watching!! I hope you enjoyed my reaction ❤️

[@meghansullivan6812]

ahhhh ur so right. i've always adored this album but never really saw it like that @ album taking a turn

[@Luke-lq9rn]

Something to remember is a lot of these songs/this whole Album's tone is in response to Kanye and Kim trying to ruin her public image with the edited video of the phone call - which the full video got leaked earlier this year which is in Taylor's favour. Taylor around the time of it disappeared for a whole year, then came back with Look What You Made Me Do and her Reputation album.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you for sharing this.

[@alexchung736]

actually that's not true.. the theme of the album is more like finding love when your reputation is in shatters.. the songs like idsb, lwymmd, tiwwchnt more or less set the mood for romantic songs like dress, dwoht, delicate etc which covers majority of the album.

[@Luke-lq9rn]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Np. Also I think it'd be cool to hear you react to 'Ho, Why Is You Here?' by Flo Milli or 'Industry Games' by CHIKA. They're both up and coming rappers who're very skilled.

[@paigesands1512]

@@alexchung736 3rd!

[@sarahburkett4790]

By Taylor disappearing for a year hair because of the situation between her and Kim and Kayne only made her look bad. Instead of facing the problem head on and moving on from it she hid for a year then came back and got even. Why to go Taylor! 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@dugojgjija]

something that a lot of people misunderstand, ( not talking about you ) about this album is that Reputation it's not just a ''revenge'' album like most of the people think.This albums has some outstanding love songs. She is incredible.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Orges I agree. I just listened to “Dress” like 10x in a row. I’m in love with that song

[@alexchung736]

exactly!! i'd even argue rep is more romantic than lover

[@dugojgjija]

Alex Chung idk Maybe not as romantic as ‘Lover’ but actually more emotional compared to ‘Lover’. Because ‘reputation’ is about love while people are trying to bring you down, and spreading rumors about you, that’s why it’s more emotional to me ( just my opinion)

[@dugojgjija]

And that’s a reason why sometimes it can even be more romatic than ‘Lover’

[@LindaDulcinea]

Alex Chung I also think it’s her most romantic album! It’s my favorite.

[@folkloureee4565]

the dress bridge still hit me so hard. "even in my worst times, you could see the best of me." her bf stayed on her side during the kimye and taylor drama. they have been together for almost 4 years now.

[@amaraharris2342]

Tracklist: 0:48 ...Ready For It (issa bop!) 4:17 End Game (this is nice!) 6:13 I Did Something Bad (my fav on the album) 8:25 Don’t Blame Me (😍😊) 10:41 Delicate (🤷🏾‍♀️) 11:56 Look What You Made Me Do (iconic!) 14:11 So It Goes... (she’s alright!) 15:46 Gorgeous (i dig this one) 17:13 Getaway Car (another fav of mine) 20:32 King of My Heart (she’s cute.) 21:40 Dancing with Our Hands Tied (👍🏾) 23:29 Dress (i LOOOVE this song!!!) 25:34 This is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things (3 fav on album) 28:48 Call It What You Want (she’s cute) 30:53 New Year’s Day (imma ballad hoe sooo 😍😍)

[@jessw391]

So truee. I agree with your fave

[@milkgalactic]

My favs are CIWYW, KOMH, Getaway Car, IDSB and Delicate.

[@amaraharris2342]

Thalles Leite taste 🙏🙏

[@misspiggy6667]

Amara Harris agree with most of them except my fav is getaway car

[@amaraharris2342]

Miss piggy 666 This is actual taste 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾!!!

[@melaniem948]

The New Year's Day quote about not reading the last page is so that their love story never ends. And she said it was bc everyone is always at the New Year's Eve party but who is there to clean up with you on New Year's Day? Only the people who really love you.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Melanie Mendez That’s a really great concept. I love that song & it makes you think, who you should truly be connected with going into the new year

[@anusribrahmachary2139]

We sometimes tend to look through the last page of a novel to know what happened in the end. She is saying don't look the last page. So don't think about how this relationship is going to end. Or how it turns out to be. Just enjoy the journey and I'm going to be there with you with each step you take.

[@karlaalejandracordova9088]

when he started rapping I lost it!! Soo good! I hope Taylor sees this.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Karla Alejandra Cordova I hope so too!! Thank you so much ❤️!! More coming soon...

[@geegeezlouis86]

I also did not like how much vocal distortion was on this album but it's grown on me a lot to the point where Reputation is my favorite of hers (folklore is a close second). I feel like a lot of the distortion is representing how she felt, someone took her words and distorted them so badly that #taylorswiftisoverparty was trending worldwide. People gleefully celebrated her demise over something she didn't do, and she felt so powerless and voiceless that she just went into hiding. That's part of why this album speaks to me so much, because it's so vulnerable and angry at the same time.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I never thought of it that way. Maybe her mind was distorted and her voice was filtered through lies and headlines. If that’s the case, I see why they did it. I hope it grows on me...

[@louisasevier1034]

I really like what you said about the mixture of anger and vulnerability in Reputation because when you're voicing anger over how someone has made you feel/spoken about you/treated you, you're also saying that they hurt you.

[@lexymish990]

Taylor is the master of a bridge. Her producer said a bridge is like when you're on a long drive and there are mountains and trees and then you go through a tunnel so when you see the trees again your happy. I'm sure someone else has told you this but you must watch her making the song esp for getaway car.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I love that & no one has ever shared that analogy to me!! It’s a really good one & I believe the best bridges are exactly like that.

[@lexymish990]

@@AnthonyAikenJr I was going to send you the interview but it's about the song lover and I wasn't sure if you wanted to hear it yet. It's Taylor jack her producer and laura the engineer talking about and showing footage of the process. Do you want the link? I can send you that and making of getaway car. just let me know

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Yes!! Please send. I appreciate you ❤️

[@lexymish990]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Okay this the link to getaway car kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4DRp4ptgr95epI From there you see the other making of a song videos that you can watch. Do you have twitter or IG? It would be better to DM you stuff like this. Okay going to get the other link now.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Lexy Mish Thank you!! You’re amazing

[@pamshirley5550]

You can’t fully appreciate the Reputation album without seeing her performing it live . Reputation Stadium Tour is definitely something you should react to . Her shows are on another level .

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Pam Shirley I’ll check it out

[@222222ania]

She's been with Joe Alwyn since 2016 so yeah call it what you want is about him

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

LiwiaGoszynska Got it!! Thanks friend!!

[@edensylvester13]

and most of the other songs lol

[@forestgaze3028]

this aged like, REALLY badly

[@Fernanda-xc7tt]

Getaway car is about her relationship with Tom Hiddlestone back in 2016. Before being with him Taylor had a relationship with Calvin Harris but wasn't going well, so almost inmediatly after they slipped up she had this summer thing with Tom. The song talks about a relationship that she knows that wasn't going to last and describe it as a "getaway car", basically she was escaping from the other relation, you can say this too when she says "I wanted to leave him, I needed a reason". When she says "think about the place where you first met me" or "we were flying but we'd never get far" she is explaining to this "getaway car person" that they can't be together forever because of the situation where they met and had this fling, they weren't meant to be together in the end, she explains this also in the part of Bonnie and Clyde.

[@melaniem948]

lol remember how mad calvin was bc she wasn't sitting around crying about him? like chile hahahaha he was so mad! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Fernanda Canales I must be living under a rock. I didn’t know any of that!! Thanks for the info

[@heidygonzalez2863]

Anthony Aiken Jr also when she says “ think about the place where you first met me “ it’s a play on words because she met Tom at the MET gala

[@sylviajustice5013]

@@heidygonzalez2863 Yeah but also it means, I cheated on and left my boyfriend with you. So don't be surprised that I left you too.

[@heidygonzalez2863]

Sylvia Justice oh definitely. I was just pointing out the word Met and the double entendre

[@MayaPricex]

It’s been fun seeing other people go through Taylor’s discography after folklore. Ive been sleeping on her 😂

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Hahah Same!! Have you been enjoying her discography so far

[@lexymish990]

She said she wanted it to sound churchy in the beginning of don't blame me. You have GOT TO WATCH it live bc she raises the production value.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Can’t wait!! I’ll be doing the full concert

[@lexymish990]

@@AnthonyAikenJr in case no one has said anything you might want to do it song by song bc of copyright

[@ivy5919]

Dude you have taste! Dancing with our Hands tied, dress and dont blame me are also my favorites ! Also, if you liked don't blame me you'll love her performance of the song in the reputation stadium tour (ask Fabrizio). You really should check out the rep tour it's awesome! And if you like Folklore, I think you may like Red and Speak now

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks Kristina!!

[@sabridna]

the matter of fact way you said "the best love makes you crazy apparently... I wouldn't know I'm single" at 9:25 ... - I subscribed for that moment alone

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Haha welcome to the lonely side! 😔 Thank you and feel free to give feedback, thoughts & share music. I respond to everything. My Instagram/Twitter is @ anthony96jr (u don’t have to follow. I have no clout lol) Stay well ❤️

[@lennoxalvarino7031]

You know it's the best album when it's black and white and too silent, with little to no promotion at all.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

That can apply to both Reputation and Folklore (and To Pimp A Butterfly by Kendrick Lamar) You’re on to something

[@cantbleednow3639]

@@AnthonyAikenJr omg yess

[@Fucorii]

Wait..... Black and white..... Reputation - Taylor Swift Folklore - Taylor Swift To pimp a butterfly - Kendrick Lamar Born this way - Lady Gaga Pure heroine - Lorde Ultra violence - Lana Del Rey 21 - Adele Dangerous Woman - Ariana Grande 😳

[@thejobbernowl]

Yay!! Reputation is divisive as HELL. It's either loved or hated. I honestly think it's aged like wine though on me. It's not lyrically that strong (and has some straight cringey lines tbh) but the production is really fun.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

thejobbernowl Wow!! I think this should be loved!! It’s a great sounding album... Very unique

[@rameznimri3101]

I personally think that reputation is lyrically stronger than 1989. It has some amazing lyrics especially the second half of the album.

[@mountainrock7682]

Taylor is soft-hearted so no wonder she writes lines that others can see as cringy but I'm here for it.

[@NicoleY17]

I personally think that Reputation has some of her best lyrics. Red, Speak Now, and Folklore are definitely her best lyrically. But I think Reputation beats out all the others when it comes to lyrics. Reputation has always felt like that album that never got nearly as much appreciation as it deserves.

[@Rana-Ehab-Mohamed]

Not really Taylor is the best female songwriter of her generation, therefore Reputation would be stronger than most pop albums out there, because of the amount of metaphors that she uses and her ability to tell a full story in 3 minutes while keeping the rhyme Dress, getaway car, dancing with our hands tied, don't blame me, new year's day, call it what you want, and I did something bad's bridge are all perfect examples for great lyricism

[@AnneettaLife]

I know this is going to sound weird, but I’m so jealous that you get to react to this album for the first time. I remember my reaction and how much I loved this album and listen to it till this day.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

It’s the best feeling in the world. It’s like finding a series you like really late and realizing you have 4 more seasons you can binge

[@F1Swiftie]

This is gonna be meta, but that's exactly what I'm doing with your videos. I found you through Fabrizio’s channel. 😂

[@sosfof1164]

"I killed somebody. Y'all figure out the clues" 😂😂😂😭

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

😂😂😂

[@vanessa1052]

That’s such a Taylor thing to do tho

[@Mariandps]

Hahahaha I laughed so loud I probably scared off my neighbors

[@amyanasahabdool]

Then she releases "No Body, No Crime" 🤣

[@ripmyfictionalfriends]

I like how you give each song an honest chance, not everyone does that when they react to albums/songs so I want to put an emphasis on how you go into each album without being determined to either love or hate it. And the perspective of someone who doesn't know the ins and outs of the troubles the media have given her is also really interesting! I loved your reaction to 1989 and folklore too!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!! Everything you said here is my exact approach when listening to music. I go in with a blank page and pay close attention to detail to draw my own conclusions. I appreciate you watching. More coming soon...

[@lindseysquire8417]

Merlin? I see you're a person of culture.

[@andresbecerra1183]

I really love love LOVE how much you pay attention to the lyrics and how the songs relate to one another. Especially for Taylor’s albums she has themes and specific imagery that permeates throughout whole albums. In 1989 it was the whole city lights, headlights and car imagery. In rep she had so much mentions of kingdoms, crime, and escape. I also love your editing and how much research gather so much visual aid. Love this!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Yes!! I always think artists leave recurring themes in albums based on the message/story. Glad you enjoyed it!! More coming soon... Stay tuned

[@ninastays]

her doc Ms Americana on netflix is so good you should react to it

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks!! I’ll check it out. Is it a concert documentary? If so, to what album?

[@ninastays]

Anthony Aiken Jr Miss Americana touches on her career/personal life, the media, the kanye situation etc. she has another documentary on there which is from the Reputation concert tour - which is also really good!

[@tracie7827]

Anthony Aiken Jr It’s more of a documentary about what’s been going on in Taylor’s life these last few years. It also gives a look at her songwriting process for songs from reputation and Lover! However, if you’re looking to react to one of her concerts, her Reputation Stadium Tour documentary is also on Netflix!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

nina nina thanks!! I would love to see that!!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Tracie I’ll check out both then!!

[@00Kristyna00]

The editing is on point.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks

[@Faithmi144]

i ADMIRE how open minded you are. it’s really refreshing

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks Olivia!! I try to open my ears, eyes and mind to new things. Feel free to share any music, ideas, feedback etc. My social media is @ anthony96jr ... I respond to everything. Stay well

[@MissFueledByCoffee]

The editing is top notch! Also love that you got the cardigan.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!! & once the cardigan comes in, I will do a vlog wearing it

[@MissFueledByCoffee]

Anthony Aiken Jr Awesome, it will look great.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Haha we will see

[@jessicaklauck4118]

I have liked Taylor Swift since her first album. I’m not a country fan, but a good song is a good song, and she has always written good songs. Reputation was a major adjustment for me. It took me a little while to really appreciate it like I do now. It was a great experiment for her. If you truly love an artist you will stick with them through all their changes and left turns, because eventually you’ll get something that is perfect for you. Folklore for me was perfection. It was everything I wanted in a Taylor Swift album. You’re reactions have been great, and it’s always nice to see someone be open-minded and appreciate her like I have all these years. Keep it up 👍🏼

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you Jessica! I too think Folklore is perfection!! & I’m happy you enjoyed my reaction

[@dannyhay5129]

Always been a fan but when reputation came out it was so different that it took me a few listens to make it one of my favorites of all time.She is a genius!

[@MisterAPH]

I'm so happy to find out you ended up buying the cardigan lol. In other matters, I've listened to this album so many times and watched so many reactions on it, but there are some things I got from you I've never thought of or heard from other reactors. One is how the album can tell a pretty twisted continuous story. Another is how the "go, go, go" on Getaway Car was shaky to express the urgency in her voice. Really enjoyed your reaction!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!! I’m glad I added some new and original ideas about the album. & be on the look out for my “Cardigan Try On Haul” video

[@ripmyfictionalfriends]

When you grabbed the book to find T for Taylor I had to laugh, you're so funny

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Haha the books have all the answer

[@paolahernandez3706]

i see everyone having deep and insightful analysis about the album, which yes we love to see it and i'm so happy people are taking the time to explain but all i can think about is when anthony said "you know what this album remind me off? cheesecake factory" SKDHHSJDJ exactly only important connection, like you had me laughing so hard

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

😂😂😂 I say the groundbreaking things. I’m a philosopher. Reputation = Cheesecake Factory lighting

[@yeaka]

“You love the editing, you love me.” Look at him, calling us out like that. XD “How many times you kill this man? Get the job done, Taylor!” That killed me! I don’t necessarily agree with some of your theories on these songs, but they’re entertaining nonetheless! I appreciate the thought you put into your lyrical analysis and your honesty. Thanks for another fun watch; hope you stick with Taylor!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

yeaka thank you!! & that’s the beauty of music and why I love my comment sections. I love to see different theories. Some of the comments are harsh on me but it’s all good! I will

[@yeaka]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Sorry to hear you're getting bad comments! Ignore them; it's perfectly fine to go into new music without preconceptions and have your own take. Especially when it's done so respectfully and good-spirited. You're doin' great, dude!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you so much!! It’s all good. I’m getting a lot of love and encouraging comments on here. I appreciate it ❤️

[@beluberrutti9473]

I looove the Rep era. She is a queen. Just the way she completly shut down from everything for a year, and then took everything that was said about her and owned it, making it her signature. GENIUS. She built castles with their bricks. Love it!

[@AGrrrlsTwoSoundCents]

it's hard to fully understand the album without context. I would recommend looking into what she went through around 2016-2017-18, when the public turned against her and what it took for her to come back. she disappeared for a whole year and completely wiped her social media clean. I'm not sure if you're aware of how deep the history with K*m and K*ny* goes (its MESSY). This album was her taking her tarnished public image and making it a part of her brand, which was an incredibly smart marketing tactic. She's the most business savvy person in the entire music industry, that's how she's been able to last this long. btw, the technological term you were looking for on KOMH is vocoder. that's the machine that makes you sound like a robot

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Miss Ann Thrope Yes!! I still really enjoyed it without the context. The info is a huge help. Thanks for sharing

[@Amy-jh6br]

I believe she was the first artist to take everything down and have 0 following in her social media. She later came back with her bad reputation. Kind of like how many artist do now to announce their new era.

[@YourvitamineD]

I never think that this album could be about the crime scene. Cause all i know this Album is about her own story. I like your interpretation, now you make me think this Album is also about some crime stories. Omg she's genius, we could make a movie/series plot with just her Albums.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed my thoughts. & she is amazing. Her mind, wow!

[@yourgaycousin9533]

I've paused my One Direction binge-watching for this 😌✨ my parents didn't see me hug my phone this time

[@ellamancini935]

Sameeee!!!!!🤣✨

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Haha awesome!! I might go on One Direction binge myself

[@ellamancini935]

@@AnthonyAikenJr YESSSS!!!

[@angelaj6322]

LOL ME TOO! 😂

[@angelaj6322]

I can already hear you doing a rap remix for End Game!!

[@baileyburleson2843]

So Getaway Car is generally considered to be about her relationship with Tom Hiddleston which was short lived, highly publicized, and right after her long term relationship with Calvin Harris. In the song, she's basically telling Tom that I was using you to get away from/ over him and you should have known from where you first met me aka the MET gala 2016 when she was still dating Calvin as far as we know

[@baileyburleson2843]

Also really great reaction!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Bailey Burleson thank you!! That is a interesting metaphor for a rebound. She is really creative, I love it

[@kimnavarro1995]

Ready for it- about her private relationship with joe End game- Taylor really wants joe to be THE ONE I did something bad- when people called her a liar and literally believed Kim and kanye. She even compare herself to a witch cause of how witches back then were treated even though they didn't do anything wrong. Don't blame me- Taylor for always falling in love but this time its serious Delicate- how scared she is to be in a relationship cause of the media and kimye ruined her reputation. Look what you made me do- about kim,kanye,her ood record label scott and haters. Getaway Car- about her relationship with Tom hiddlestone. Its really a short romance but it is still beautiful. She even used Bonnie and Clyde to describe their relationship. Like bonnie and Clyde is Taylor and tom while the one chasing them the detective is Calvin Harris her ex who keeps on calling her out and says bad things about her wHile she's traveling and dating tom that time. This is why we can't have nice things- about kanye back stabbing her even though she gave him second chance of finally be friends after all that VMA incident. So it goes,gorgeous, king of my heart,dancing with our hands tied, dress, call it what you want and new years day- all about her BF Joe. Reputation speaks for itself that's why Taylor never made any interview to promote it.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I like when artists let their music speak for them without giving the media a chance to get to them!! That’s awesome

[@maylightbewithyou]

Pretty sure dancing with our hands tied is about Tom Hiddleston, because it seems to be talking about a past relationship. Also when they first met at the MET gala, they were dancing together

[@kimnavarro1995]

@@maylightbewithyou well there was a rumor that it might be also about tom but ofc the only song that is confirmed about tom is getaway car 😊

[@natashajade5480]

maylightbewithyou hey! taylor said in a secret session that dancing with our hands tied was about her relationship with joe. she felt trapped and overwhelmed because she was afraid of the media ruining her relationship and actually wrote it after the paparazzi spotted her at the gym and harassed her because she had put on some healthy weight (she had an eating disorder). she went to the recording studio and wrote this song, went back home and tried to break up with joe but he basically said ‘no, i can handle it all’ and the rest is history 🥰i think i saw a fan post about this on twitter! cheers :)

[@ashimnath5959]

I'm sooooooooo mad that he didn't react to the STOP in the dress where literally everything stops 😫😫😫😫😥😥😥😥😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

😂😂 I actually ended up taking it out when editing and I honestly don’t know why lol

[@SmurfSteffi]

Getaway car is about wanting to leave a relationship. she saw this new person as a reason to get out. "should have known i'd be the first to leave, think about the place you first met me" the guy should have known she'd leave him because when they met she was leaving someone else. he drove the "getaway car" helping her get away, and then she took the keys and she's driving the getaway car, leaving him.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Stevie Valenti That’s one helluva story!! I love the metaphor she used

[@foxesamu]

I really love your reaction style. I appreciate the little pics you insert, and the video clips, and your deconstruction of the themes. You’re really thoughtful without doing too much / spending too much time on analysis. Subbed.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you so much!!! More coming soon...

[@mimstarkgaryen6182]

We all hug in the end here LOL Loooooving it and I’m still halfway through. Feeling these videos, the edit is sick and your interpretations are so clever and entertaining!!!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks!! Did you hug your device lol? I want y’all too 😂😂

[@jamalrana8504]

The transition from dark/edgy to dreamy lover pop is intentional. That’s why it’s key to listen in order

[@abulkhairjamel5483]

lets welcome a new swifties, isn't?!!!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!!

[@solongmari]

I love your interpretation of the songs!!! We taylor fans normally try to connect every song with her life, but I get that most people don't know all facts about her life, so they just take the song for what it is. It leaves more room for imagination, and god, I love yours ❤

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you ❤️❤️ More coming soon. Send any music, ideas, or feedback if you have some. - My IG/Twitter is @ anthony96jr

[@Sassyglbeauty]

I just wanna say THANK you for pausing it while talking. Just watched a channel and they talk during the songs and my brain just can’t deal. Lol.

[@sylviajustice5013]

Ha Ha. I love the "detective" angle. "A crime was committed!"

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Sylvia Justice 😂😂 All jokes!! Thank you

[@amandam.4841]

Thanks for reacting to this! The "auto-tune" sound you don't care for is actually done on a vocoder..its like a piano keyboard but it uses her vocals instead of piano notes.. its a pretty sweet setup :)

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Amanda M. you’re welcome!! Thanks for watching. As for the Vocoder, I’ve heard of that. It sounded a lot better hearing it with headphones. It might grow on me. I really loved the album overall though

[@amandam.4841]

@@AnthonyAikenJr vocoder isn't for everyone, just like some songs mights not be for everyone. Im glad that you liked the album overall, though! Is Lover next, or Rep Tour (if you get 4k likes)?

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Not sure!! Both will come though ❤️ Can’t wait...

[@morghann21313]

I think the live version of King of my heart is fantastic.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

morghann21313 can’t wait to here!! Thank you for watching

[@destinykendall7999]

When I watched your folklore reaction I was drunk ngl but i still enjoy your reactions now. So funny and original

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Destiny Smart 😂😂 that’s a good way to get through my videos I guess... thank you Destiny ❤️

[@destinykendall7999]

Anthony Aiken Jr I rewatched while sober and still loved them 😂

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Destiny Smart Haha!!! Awesome!! I never experienced my videos drunk before. How was that experience? Was I more funny? More enjoyable?

[@malissasmith8579]

If you liked Mirrorball.. you'll like the Lover album

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I’ll give it a listen!! Stay tuned

[@jms140197]

@@AnthonyAikenJr please do it!

[@jms140197]

@@AnthonyAikenJr please do it!

[@dogsworld5386]

Nop I loved mirrorball and I hated lover...I think it was her most boring album

[@areyoureadyforit2508]

@@dogsworld5386 Same. Idk how op made such a bold statement.

[@Anna13Tonks]

"I wouldn't know, I'm single" 😂😂

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

😂😂🥺 Y’all laughing but it’s sad when you hear Taylor’s love songs

[@mars_mayday]

22:29 - Your whole dancing when "you can't touch" as a metaphor for not being able to feel and that costing you an emotional connection was freaking insane! Man, I had to pause and take a whole breath after you said that! Even if we don't share all the same opinions on this album (which of course no two people will agree on everything all the time), you have some really good insights. You're a fantastic reactor with your expressions, movements, and observations. Super entertaining! Your freestyling was also unexpected and fun to listen to lol. Thanks for a great video, I'm gonna check out more of your stuff (this is the first video of yours KZbin recommended to me and I'm super glad I checked it out!)

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you Amara!! I hope you enjoy the others too

[@JasmineSamanthaChapman]

I don't even know if I should write this but I am so hey. I don't really like listening to TS because I recently lost my friend and she used to really like her so it's just hard but I loved TS too so like this little series is idk like you're helping me mourn and like we listening to TS together and you're there to support too idk it's cool. So thanks 😊 made a really cool difference here

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

You’re welcome!! I lost a friend as well earlier in the year and know it’s tough!! I’m glad this helps. In this together homie 🤝

[@JasmineSamanthaChapman]

@@AnthonyAikenJr thank you for that and sharing that on your platform as well, you're great and I hope you feel our love and good prayers for you x

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Jasmine Samantha Chapman you too!!

[@suzannekruyswijk]

I don't think I have ever watched an entire reaction video but this was awesome! Also when you mentioned a party with dancing with our hands tied to mirrorball I was thinking. Virtual dance party to Taylor Swift?? I'm in. I'm ready.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I might actually pull this off... I’ll figure out a cool way to do. Maybe a IG live or KZbin live video... I would add more songs with that vibe

[@suzannekruyswijk]

@@AnthonyAikenJr Yes. Please! 💪🏼

[@melissawilder-en8ox]

After watching soooooo many Taylor reaction videos and I have found that I like your videos more than anyone else’s.

[@g_621]

I think the line in New Years Day where she says “don’t read the last page” could also symbolize the fact that she was finally in a relationship that she felt content and safe in. For once, neither of them were rushing to read the last page to see exactly where they were headed because they didn’t need all the answers. They were happy together and could finally just enjoy the journey

[@whatintheblueberries4317]

Not trying to copy, I'm just bringing the comment closer to the top so I can see it better Amara Harris 1 year ago (edited) Tracklist: 0:48 ...Ready For It (issa bop!) 4:17 End Game (this is nice!) 6:13 I Did Something Bad (my fav on the album) 8:25 Don’t Blame Me (😍😊) 10:41 Delicate (🤷🏾‍♀) 11:56 Look What You Made Me Do (iconic!) 14:11 So It Goes... (she’s alright!) 15:46 Gorgeous (i dig this one) 17:13 Getaway Car (another fav of mine) 20:32 King of My Heart (she’s cute.) 21:40 Dancing with Our Hands Tied (👍🏾) 23:29 Dress (i LOOOVE this song!!!) 25:34 This is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things (3 fav on album) 28:48 Call It What You Want (she’s cute) 30:53 New Year’s Day (imma ballad hoe sooo 😍😍)

[@1940semochild]

I definitely agree with what you said about each album sounding different than the previous albums in mood and sound and tone. The album right after Reputation is called Lover and thats the "day" version of Rep's "night". Its closer to 1989 sonically but even then,its not not the same. Taylor creates "worlds" with her albums that are its own thing. I recommend that one! In any case,it sounds like you've become quite the fan lol.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Haha thanks! I am becoming one!! Can’t wait to hear more.

[@LarynTeardrop]

This album (forgive me if I'm repeating a comment) was made after her "fall" (her words, not mine!). "This is Why We Can't Have Nice Things" is about her "friendship" with Kanye. There are references to his douchebaggery in other songs, as well. (LWYMMD) She has emerged from the resurrected feud with this album. It's brilliant, in my opinion.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

It is!! Did you like Folklore?

[@DaniL-qw1yj]

I think my feelings about a lot of the songs changed after seeing her live so the feelings about King of my heart really were evolved with the stadium tour. That was really a show best I've seen

[@Riya-nj2wc]

Whenever I hear "let the games begin" it reminds me of the tour trailer and immediately "Welcome to the reputation stadium tour" comes out of my mouth 😂

[@luiseduardochagas787]

Lover is the album who cames after reputation and before Folklore, it's like the rainbow after the storm. You should listen to it

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Luis Eduardo Chagas sounds nice!!

[@camillecipri593]

Yay, loved your reaction! I actually like watching reactions by people who don’t know every detail of her life or the “real meaning” behind her lyrics. It just seems like a much more genuine way to appreciate her (or any artist’s) work. ❤️

[@nadazahra8913]

Exactly omg i love when he analyze the lyrics. Give me new perspective of the songs

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Camille Cipri thank you ❤️❤️

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Nada Zahra I’m glad you enjoyed it, thanks

[@mazal5549]

To pimp a butterfly maybe a better album in your opinion but the thing is 1989 wasnt just lyrically and production wise a masterpiece. It is the most awarded pop album of all time.the sales and performances,the tour,the fact that this was her first time trying pop music and the synth pop sounds. It was soo well blend and unique coming from her. Not to mention how sonically cohesive it is. But everyone has their preferences :) Loved ur reaction💛

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks!! Nothing but respect for Taylor & her albums too and I love that Kendrick and Taylor have the upmost respect for eachother

[@mazal5549]

@@AnthonyAikenJr amen🧡🧡 I m a huge kendrick fan bte👍

[@bkirstie]

props to responding to so many comments. that means a lot to me as a viewer… and means you care! thanks

[@ezam494]

Honest speaking, when I first listened to the whole album, this album was a chaos for me. It's something that I never expected to received from Miss Taylor. She really surprised everyone with her shift genre country to pop then this edgy dark then the alternative . Her evolved in music is fantastic

[@JessicaNicoleFaust]

Can we appreciate all the overlays & editing of this video?! My first video of yours so maybe you do it for all. But I know that takes some time! Love it! TS fan here! Subscribed!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you so much!! I’m getting better with every video. I appreciate you subscribing

[@baileydavis5000]

In getaway car, she’s using a metaphor of a crime/ getaway car and I think she’s basically saying that she used a guy to leave another relationship, and then she left him too-he should’ve seen it coming because of where their relationship started.

[@josefinaazpiroz]

Yeah she is talking about how she started dating tom hiddlestone to brake up with calvin harris but she didnt love him she just needed a reason to break up with calvin. And the song is her reflecting on that and saying you knew this was going to happen, that i was gonna leave you, think abput how we met (Ironically they met at the Met gala)

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

This actually makes a lot of sense. She kept saying “we’re sorry” which means there was someone assisting her getting away from the relationship. Thank you

[@tessenjutsu97]

as a swiftie who stans this album, the moment you said you prefer this album over 1989 was the moment you gained a new follower in me. great reaction video by the way!

[@veehateslife8346]

This is my fav Taylor album. At first I hated it but after a while it grew on me and now I’m obsessed with it. Also great reaction keep it up!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you!! I will

[@mentalalchemysubliminals]

I am so happy ppl are discovering Reputation! I just got Reputation on cassette tape yesterday and it sounds amazing on my walkman!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

On cassette tape? That’s awesome!!

[@mentalalchemysubliminals]

Anthony Aiken Jr Yes! Reputation and Folklore both are released on cassette! lover was released on a limites casssette, and all of Taylor’s albums are of course on vinyl. But nothing beats the warm sound and frequencies from cassette :-)

[@DaianaLisJagou]

"I wouldn't know, I'm single" Haha, that killed me! This was an amazing reaction video! Thank you! Love the editing! Keep 'em coming! ❤ I'll subscribe! 😁

[@morghann21313]

I really enjoyed this reaction. This is my favorite album and one I consistently listen to top to bottom without skipping. I would put folklore as my second favorite album

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

morghann21313 thank you!! It’s really close for me. I have to give this more listens because I’ve been playing Folklore non stop. What’s your 3rd favorite from Taylor?

[@morghann21313]

@@AnthonyAikenJr red, but definitely the deluxe version of Red. Just beautiful writing. Prior to Folklore Red would have been 2nd for me.

[@nandhinikumar2153]

Yay I’ve been waiting for this! And I’ve never been so early.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you for waiting

[@alelitb]

I loved the freestyle at the end of SEVEN omg you were so good! hahaha I loved it, hope you and Taylor make a collab one day

[@joshmortimer3433]

Just discovered you on YT and I really enjoy your TS videos. From one Swiftie to another, thank you for the videos. They are great content and its great that you are covering such a great artist.

[@ayanabhatt3743]

I loved this reaction❤️ 9:24 awwww Anthony he said I wouldn’t know... I’m single. 9:50 she is killing it on reputation. PREACH 17:14 the getaway car joke, I absolutely died 😂 23:00 I wanna be at that partyyy!!!! 25:00 YAS I WAS WAITING FOR A FREESTYLE

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Ayana Bhatt thanks ❤️❤️ To answer: Yes, I’m lonely and single haha. I’m glad you loved the jokes. That party would be awesome!! & more freestyles on the way

[@ayanabhatt3743]

Anthony Aiken Jr can’t wait!

[@ayanabhatt3743]

Also I thought that one comment ruined your mood so you weren’t answering comments. It got me worried for a sec not gonna lie

[@sunandblackhole]

Been waiting for this reaction from you :) Rep is a whole ass mood and I'm glad you liked it! I love how you noticed the sound transitioning from bombastic and angry to soft and happy. And again, I love your freestyle in Dress!! Few notes: Dancing with our hands tied is about feeling that the relationship is doomed from the start because of outside pressure -- from media, from people who think they have a say on her relationships. Their hands were tied. I think this is about Tom Hiddleston. New Years Day is about finding someone you want to stick with through it all. She's saying, while everyone is looking forward to kissing someone on new year's eve, she'll be around to clean up bottles with him on new years day. Like, she wants to be there in celebrations with him but also in all the mess. I think you're gonna love the reputation stadium tour on netflix. :) Thanks for this reaction!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you so much. I appreciate your notes. I didn’t think about the media perspective in “Dancing with our hands tied” but it makes sense. Great thoughts. Can’t wait to share more...

[@titajanetgil]

ANTHONY!!!!! Thank you for making my day shimmer

[@tessmccarthy14]

such a great album and a reaction to the full Reputation Stadium Tour is necessary. If you've already reacted I apologize but if not, please do. Taylor's performance throughout the entire thing is amazing and it's just the best.

[@christinevr7698]

I saw an interview clip where she was asked who she would most like to collab with and her answer was Eminem! I would LOVE to hear that. She grew up on rap like everyone and I think she would love to explore that. Knowing her it would be amazing. Also I read that the person she wrote about for “This is why we can’t have nice things” is actually about Karlie Kloss, at one time one of her inner circle girl squad. Apparently Karlie did not have her back, was unkind/unsupportive at a low period in Taylor’s life and in the end Taylor felt used by her.

[@paigesands1512]

I'm watching this and you are so insanely hilarious...I could go into the meaning of all of em as a Swifty but I'm way too stoned 😆 so please if another Swifty hasn't please explain lol. When you talked about Taylor swift killing somebody and the cheesecake factory thing made me die laughing. Great job! 😂 I am loving these reactions just subscribed! I mean if you don't know some of her history w the media n feuds n love life it could be very easy to misinterpret. Love that you still give the credit of it being Great and that she's a badass! Plus I think music is up to anyone's interpretation and Taylor said she likes that about her music. Folklore is a masterpiece and is my favorite by far. Reputation is my 2nd fav as well. You gotta react to her reputation tour on on Netflix. I went. It was amazing. Looking forward to more content! ❤️

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you Paige!!! Love that you were way too stoned haha. I need a Cheesecake Factory endorsement so I’ll be using that metaphor again. I need discounts. Umm, thanks for subscribing. Follow me @ anthony96jr on Instagram/Twitter (I have no clout so you don’t have to 😂) I’ll be doing the reputation tour soon. You are awesome. Stay well ❤️

[@datuangela]

THANK YOU. ANOTHER DONT BLAME ME STAN. should have been a single. Hope Rep TV has a bomb music video too

[@14mrno]

I love how you bring a fresh perspective into it, because many of us know or think we know what the songs are about, but you have some great theories and I really like your videos! Keep going with the Taylor content please! :)

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thank you so much!! More coming soon, promise stay tuned

[@bethaniestauffer6609]

a very good birthday gift indeed. i particularly enjoyed the end when you say your favorite songs and proceed to list over half the album. a masterpiece truly.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Hey, Anthony Aiken Jr, here wishing and hoping you had the best Birthday ever Bethanie!! ❤️🎉

[@meggzilla009]

Just finished watching! First of all.... your flow was bomb. Second of all... a lot of the anger and hurt in this album is a result of the time period this came out.. it was when Taylor was finally coming out of "hiding" after being torn apart even though she was the cookie cutter "this is how you're supposed to act as a female pop star" persona. No matter what she did, people still hated her and she wasn't able to fully be herself. This album has a lot of personal memories for me associated with it, so I am super biased, but from a transformative period of Taylor's life... came accepting that she's worthy of the love and respect she was finally getting, while acknowledging the hurt and damage that's been done. It's so vulnerable yet tastefully two middle fingers. Anyway. I freaking love this album and I'm glad you enjoyed it! Definitely watch either the documentary on her life, or (the more realistic one) the live concert. As a woman. It makes me feel bad ass and empowered... and mushy and soft. Love your content. You make me LOL for real every single time (this is making me feel really... lonely 🤣) much love to you!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Hey Meghan, I’m glad this album makes you feel empowered. I really enjoyed this experience and look forward to the documentaries. Much love to you as well ❤️ - - From the Lonely one 😂

[@lavenderswiftie]

as a komh stan, the distorted vocals are the best part 😭 also the crunchy bridge

[@liarahnavarro5333]

I subscribed and I’m expecting Reputation Stadium Tour. Love this reaction ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@althea8887]

Listening to "reputation" after folklore and lover makes me feel like you are reading an old journal where most of them are rants and confessions then somehow you feel complete after thinking about the present day you are in. I'm srsly happy for Taylor, her relationship with Joe is what makes her happy. And I can distinguish some of the rep tracks here that she might have made for him like call it what you want and gorgeous haha. Btw I love how you express tour honest opinions bout the album. Keep creating videos

[@ayanabhatt3743]

I was literally watching all my Rep concert footage when I got the notification!!!!

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Ayana Bhatt haha perfect timing

[@madelinewise8692]

Hey Anthony, watching your reaction video again because I enjoyed it so much. Inserting the clip with Doris Day hitting Rock Hudson while he's asleep cracks me up every time. I remembered to tell you to watch Taylor's I Did Something Bad live performance at the 2018 AMA's. It's incredible and yet her Reputation Tour performance is even better.

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

I’ll be sure to do some live shows very soon!! Thank you

[@lindabelcher974]

Words can not express how excited I am for the re record of this album, the vault tracks are going to KILL ME

[@juliocgg95]

The hug in the end was so fucking cute, man. Now i'm soft 😔💙 Loved the video!

[@nilla1045]

i watched your folklore review just yesterday and now i'm enjoying this so so much🥰 btw i think "getaway car" is about tom hiddleston, him and taylor dated right after she broke up with calvin harris. i think she's saying she kinda used him as a way of getting out of the toxic relationship she had with harris (there's been speculation that "i forgot that you existed" might be about him)

[@AnthonyAikenJr]

Thanks for watching ❤️ Send any music, ideas, or feedback if you have some. - My IG/Twitter is @ anthony96jr