Taylor Swift Fans Will Cancel Me For This...

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

If you don't see me next week send help this video was probably the end of me 💀😂

[@vsegador]

😂😂

[@ModernVintage31]

Elevating a pop star to some kind of messiah is a super disturbing level of crazy. Making everyone around you uncomfortable as you partake in the glory of your parasocial relationship is a few levels up from that. Making YOURSELF the star of that show, while you’re at the show, to see your messianic figure, is effing psychotic and narcissistic on a level that would scare away aliens visiting this planet. Swiftie concerts look and sound like a new kind of hell on Earth.

[@Pastasalada]

Excellent comment

[@niononion4363]

Thank you; you took the words out of my mouth! I find it disturbing poor Caitlin has to give disclaimers-in probably genuine anxiety-for saying something that is not offensive. Everyone is entitled to an opinion.

[@angelwings1979]

As someone who is not a Swiftie (I like a few of her songs) and is a Gen X/ Millennial, I find this whole Eras Tour/Taylor Swift obsession just so odd and incredibly unhealthy. I also don’t really get going to a concert with 96,000 people. I’d rather stay home and watch it on TV in my comfy clothes. Where I could actually hear the songs and have a good view of the artist. Especially, with how inconsiderate so many people are.

[@justatreeyo]

Non-swiftie (who also likes a handful of her songs) Gen Z-er here, and I fully agree. Sitting on the couch in my PJ's killing my posture instead of attending the concert in person sounds WAAAY more appealing to me. I'm a bit of a homebody! 😂

[@shinstantramen5169]

"You should be grateful that you got to go" as if you didn't have to spend BANK to buy a ticket to go

[@kellye.5678]

I think it's also because a lot of people were willing and ready to buy tickets, but since the demand was so high they couldn't check out. Ticketmaster was crashing so badly. Everytime we were in checkout it would kick us out and put us in queue behind over 10k people. It was absolutely brutal. I feel like the face value tickets weren't awfully expensive. It's on par with other celebs. The resell prices were disgustingly expensive and unethical.

[@nordette]

​@kellye.5678 did you end up getting tickets

[@sandraankenbrand]

It were many people especially outside the US who didn't get tickets at all (heard that they were also sold to US Fans who went to several concerts)... Just saying, not a Swiftie, too old

[@App3969]

THIS! lol

[@ojyochan]

96,000 people? What is even the point? You could be in the same city as her for free😅

[@heysaras]

I’m jealous that you had strict and fair ticket resale rules for your concerts. Taylor could’ve chosen that but instead went with dynamic pricing to get even richer even faster and then didn’t even prevent scalpers from getting richer faster. That was her choice. Foo fighters choose to not allow scalping on their upcoming tour so actual fans are able to buy directly. I like that.

[@angela.m]

I don't know the exact details but I heard that Taylor told Ticketmaster NOT to do dynamic pricing, but they did it anyway and that's why she called them out and began a feud with them. She also had a system in place that she planned for a while in which only "verified fans" would be able to get tickets in order to prevent scalpers, but once again, Ticketmaster didn't even take Taylor's system into account (I think fans were given a code or something and Ticketmaster was supposed to give them priority but Ticketmaster didn't even ask for the code when purchasing the tickets). Anyway, this is what I heard, I'm sure Swifties have the actual details.

[@Arlene4HO]

Taylor is out for getting richer and richer. Just look at how she releases albums and then release them again a couple of hours later, with additional songs, just so fans buy it twice. She is doing the same thing with the Eras concert movie, showing additional scenes on Disney that were not shown in the theater.

[@JustSheilz]

The Cure has no dynamic pricing and you could only resell thru ticketmaster and get face value.

[@buntyjoy1800]

AH the joys of toxic capitalism.

[@stephaniemoura9325]

About the water, I know this is not a Taylor Swift thing but with the organisation of the venues. But honestly it’s infuriating. A girl passed away in line for her concert in Brasil because the security didn’t let anyone come in with water or anything liquid for security reasons and there was no water supplied to people waiting after that, and I don’t see it being talked about much. So it’s very infuriating that even after that, the situation in concerts has still not improved.

[@pickled_sausage]

1. Creating demand: the merch is not online because they want to create exclusivity. You can't get the merch unless you go to her concert because then you are a REAL fan and you get exclusive items that can't be found online (unless they're resold). 2. To big to try: a lot of times, when people become bigger, they no longer try to be more unique in their craft or their merch because, especially with her, her fans will buy anything regardless how bad it is because of the fan loyalty. Her fans have a parasitic relationship with her that they will just buy anything, so quality is not something that matters now. 3. Accessibility: it's just bad event planning combined with maximizing profits to the point that basic needs are not met. They have no excuse to fail that badly, but they did. 4. Seats: profit, profit, profit. Squish as many people as possible and legally allowed to sell more tickets and make more cash. There's nothing else to it other than greed. 5. Outfits/Stress/Toxicity: at this point it's an attention seeking contest that fans compete in with each other to show off who is "the biggest fan." It stems from excessive obsession and competition. They don't do it for her, they do it to present themselves as superior to "average" fans who "don't understand" her music like "real fans" do. 6. Main characters: "this song saved my life," & "you just don't understand her," & "this is MY song." & "you are not a REAL fan." You paid to watch the artist, not to hear a banshee. It's frustrating because a lot of fans, regardless of the singer, are obnoxiously so wrapped around the idea that they are the only people in the room, they have no etiquette or regard for others.

[@natassiatavares4568]

Here in Brazil a girl literally died because it was really hot and the stadium was wasn’t properly organized and there wasn’t enough water. Yet nobody learned! It’s disgusting

[@Chelseabee55]

I agree with every unpopular opinion. Especially the screeching. People need to have respect for others

[@kathleenmoortel5449]

I’m not a Taylor swift fan (she seems nice but I don’t like her music) at all so I don’t really get the obsession people have with her.

[@taryndancer29]

I don’t get it either. Shes basic to me.

[@Chelseabee55]

The big thing for me and a lot of others is that I grew up with her and her music was the soundtrack of my life. I was 13 when debut came out and I got that album. She’s carried me through bullying, breakups, falling in love, and starting a career. She can mean a lot to people like me, you probably have an artist like that for you. But there’s a lot of people who just want to be a part of this big eras tour event, most people are not the debut fan swifties

[@monimarz]

Meh, I could care less about Taylor Swift. I think the media is far more obsessed with TS than people actually are. Artists are entitled to suck sometimes... including Taylor.

[@kimvilleneuve2543]

Have you seen her fans. They are worse than the media. I am a fan. But there are diehard fans out there.

[@Dee-Dee-y2k]

The screamers are the worst. You pay so much money for an experience only to witness someone screaming their lungs out.

[@kittykatlovesbear]

The screamers are horrendous but there’s also the fact you’re watching the concert through the 1000 cell phones hoisted in the air blocking your view.

[@Dee-Dee-y2k]

@@kittykatlovesbear true. They are just as bad as each other.

[@mumufried9083]

ABSOLUTELY ! I would have been livid had I been seated next to her.

[@genericplantlife]

This is such an interesting cultural thing because in my country, screaming is expected in concerts. Also the audience singing along to the ENTIRE show. Though I guess there are types of screaming

[@hilaryms]

I really enjoyed hearing your thoughts on the show. I agree with a lot of the points you made. I didn’t get tickets to this tour but I got to see her back in 2011 for her Speak Now tour, from the 4th row. I’m sure I probably would not have enjoyed it as much as I did then, but again maybe I’m also a bit of jaded millennial now 😅 Disappointing merch, excessive screaming, people’s costumes getting in my personal space… I’m good with waiting to stream it on tv lol.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

You saw her in the best days 😂

[@a1r9a9shi99]

I feel that you are right-it’s a once in a lifetime event but I’m sure it’s amazing even with all the issues. At the same time-it’s also very overhyped as well. I would love to see it but I wouldn’t spend thousands of dollars on the tour either. Maybe I’ll see a DVD of it once it comes out in peace because…although Taylor Swift is coming to my town, I feel that it’s not worth it for me. I don’t even really know her songs! 😅 oh well. I too look forward to what she does after this tour…hopefully a lot of exciting things ❤

[@sonai.tiwary]

As a brand consultant, I believe it's a brilliant strategy to sell merchandise exclusively to those who have purchased tickets. This approach enhances the 'limited edition' appeal of the products and generates buzz on social media about the tour. I anticipate that Taylor Swift will announce the merchandise online after the conclusion of her Eras Tour. Meanwhile, selling the merch at her ongoing tour locations is a savvy branding and marketing tactic.

[@Coastpsych_fi99]

It’s smart marketing but I think some fans think of TS as a friend or as though she cares about them so it confuses them that she doesn’t always put fans before making money.

[@sonai.tiwary]

@@Coastpsych_fi99 That's the sad part of every stardom story. It is a tragedy repeated over and over through history.

[@phantomthread4385]

So glad I'm into small bands. Well Nick Cave isn't so small anymore but when i saw him in the 90s it was so easy. I couldn't even think about going to a gig this big or dealing with the mess and queues and I've been to big festivals. Been to a Depeche Mode stadium gig and it wasn't too bad compared to this! Crazy!

[@RachelJayne92]

Social media absolutely taints the experience. Getting off social media is one of the best decisions I’ve made.

[@deezhang6399]

Hubby was saying she's got mental issues where she constantly needs approval from people around her. Her fans her friends her family. Watch miss Americana. Already sings there from her eating disorders and writing music is her way of finding that release

[@cankhovich1796]

where is her loving husband and adoring children?

[@mumufried9083]

@@cankhovich1796 What kind of a question is this ...?

[@cankhovich1796]

@@mumufried9083 a certain thinking question

[@mumufried9083]

@@cankhovich1796 Your reply does not mean anything

[@cankhovich1796]

@@mumufried9083 a rhetorical query exemplifying the sad, wasted potential of providing a loving familial unit

[@kellye.5678]

As a huge swiftie myself, I don't think you said anything wrong. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but personally I loved the Eras tour. I've been a fan since her debut album, but was never able to attend any of her previous concerts. I'm 25 now and going to the eras tour made me feel like I made up for all the concerts I've missed. I know it's not the same and I wish I was able to attend her other ones but I'm forever grateful for being able to attend the eras tour not once, but twice. It definitely was a chaotic experience, but well worth it. And I appreciate Taylor for always giving her best at each show. It's super exhausting, but she always brings the energy for her fans.

[@BD-qc8zz]

I feel like after the pandemic our obsession with /internet/ trends became just so vast ? Trends have always been there especially in the fashion industry but majority of the public just couldn't care less back in the day and trends usually didn't extend far beyond fashion mostly ? In comparison to our current times trends overtook our entire lives regardless of your country of origin because we're connected via internet and social media apps from stanley cups to adidas sambas to teslas ,sephora and now a Taylor concert it creates this false sense of scarcity and fomo fueling overconsumption of certain "trending" item , we're headed towards a very narrow-minded and unoriginal society I'm not sure how to feel about it.

[@mumufried9083]

What you said ! I agree 10000%

[@pearslxpurls12]

I agree with a lot of this and my shows haven't even happened yet, but like you have been to the other tours. I actually blame TikTok/general social media narcissism for like 90% of this though..! - E.g. dressing up has actually always been a thing at Taylor concerts (including super obscure choices), but it used to just be amongst the super fans - now that people have to share it on TikTok, it's spread to everyone. It was also similar with Harry Styles (so not just Taylor fans). - Also with the screaming - again I'm so convinced it's either to post for attention on TikTok, or it's because they've seen it on TikTok and think that's how you show you're a true fan... - The TikTok hype also then obviously increases the whole FOMO vibe so it causes the over-subscription for tickets, water, merch etc and the quality has to drop by default. - Also agree that social media has changed concerts completely now. It's almost impossible to avoid spoilers which will always remove some of the magic. (sidenote: I'm in general admission standing for one of my shows and already DREADING having to be squished between people at 5'2, so you were lucky to at least have seating on the floor!)

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

I’m so glad you agree with most of my points and I think your right social media ruined a lot xx I hope you have a good time and are next to people who arent super rough

[@Almond_baby]

Id blame the artist and the agency, yes tiktok social media and the fanbase pave the way but at the end of the day it's the artist and the agency's fault for being the way they r and doing the stuff they do. Capitalism

[@morganstubie]

That merch will be in thrift stores next year. Just wait. I went to her concert and no issues. I even drove and had pleasant parking, no screaming teens in my ear, no bathroom lines.🤷🏻‍♀️ Philadelphia, PA--her home state.

[@kimvilleneuve2543]

In Canada they sell merchandise in the stadium. So you have to have a ticket. But they did sell some outside before it opened.

[@DianneLandry-qk8kr]

I am so torn up about all the sequins. It is so incredibly harmful to the environment. Thank you for sharing your experience Caitlin. I always enjoy your video's.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching ☺️😍

[@mspro9032]

I think it would be an interesting concept if once a person buys tickets, those ticket codes can give a one time access to the merch side of the website where people can buy limited amt of merch. That way they can get what they want but limit the amount to avoid selling out or those wanting to upsell

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Absolutely! I don’t know why this wasn’t done

[@kimmikosi]

Great video! TS has some good songs and all that but HS, I had no idea how obsessed people are over ... a performer??????!?!?! I guess I'm too old to get it, but even when I was younger I would never have attached my whole being to another human in such a manic way. It's kina frightening... and that screamer should be committed - not joking!

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

😂 yep I did say at one point during the show she should have taken the money she spent on that ticket and used it for therapy because the crazy screaming was really unnecessary

[@heysaras]

I had the opportunity to go to one of her concerts near me. I would’ve been attending out of curiosity because I do agree that it’s going to to be considered a once in a lifetime cultural phenomenon. but ultimately I chose to avoid the crazy crowds, save 1200 bucks which is what it would’ve taken to get me to go for a good seat, and stay home in comfort that night. I only started liking her music with the folklore album. She was so prolific prior to that that I’m sure everyone likes at least a handful of her songs, even if they don’t realize they’re hers. And I was aware of and have appreciated the total creative control she has over her shows as an artist. I just hate going to stadiums, and I hate being in a screaming crowd - her current audience as you experienced first hand.

[@jasmin.Mason1990]

Taylor Swift definitely knows when to market the correct crowds, targeting the new generation of young girls every so often was a smart move for her career. Every smart artist knows if you can't grab the attention of the new generations, you will fizzle out. I still love her music from a far, but probably will never join in on a crazy overprized packed machine hall.

[@kimvilleneuve2543]

Reputation was my favourite. ❤ I am going to her last concert in Vancouver Canada on December 8 2024 can’t wait.

[@CrustyUgg]

Nobody is forcing you guys to stand in a line for hours in the heat.. YOU all made that choice. Taylor Swift merch is not a necessity .. 😂

[@JessicaPradoHanson]

The problem is on the system and people making money….. I hope you someday learn how you are brainwashed to think that we are responsible for the abuse of those profiting off of us…. Those in power want you to think that. They made the choice to spend their money and time on Taylor and it is her team’s responsibility to create an environment that is safe for everyone involved and impacted. This profiting need to be held to the highest standard because they have all the power.

[@semiRockethr]

If you find your car is making a terrible noise try removing Tailor Swift CD from the player.

[@semiRockethr]

As the car mechanic joke goes. I would not know never listened to TS would probably not know who is she if it didn't pop up on the channels I am following from time to time.

[@hgd2394]

@@semiRockethrher music is tragically basic

[@chanelissy]

Loved the long video and your thoughts. I defs agree with your thoughts on merch. I went to sydney n1 and the lines were SO long with people purchasing bags and bags of merch. I didn’t really have a problem with the outfits, I got last minute restricted view tickets and pulled something from my wardrobe which could have been a factor. I did enjoy the tour but it felt super organised to the tee with not much ‘genuine’ interaction with the crowd would be my most flaw of the tour.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@nerina2704]

I bought my merch online way back when I first bought the tickets - around July 2023?? It arrived in January 2024

[@CrustyUgg]

They don't want to sell merch online because if you know, the only way you're gonna get it is basically by going to the concert then that's a ticket sale for them. most people gonna go somewhere just to get merch I mean maybe some will but I guarantee most people who went and got merch are also going to the concert

[@jacquelinemoss1911]

I’d lock your doors and windows tonight 😳😬😂 This is all the reasons that I couldn’t do it to myself and you know how much I love Tay. I have pots so there was no way I could handle all that standing and the heat etc and actually not being able to get water would have landed me in the hospital which by the sounds of it would have been too hard to get to 😏 I probably wouldn’t have stayed and add the travel and different city to all that, just kill me now! There are kids there and it just sounds like an unsafe environment for them. I had also heard that the merch was terrible and vip tickets are ridiculously priced now also and you get so much less. I agree with your unpopular opinions, I’m not paying that much to listen to other people sing and scream 🙄 I don’t think that she will tour the new one personally.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

You made the right decision honestly! If I could go in a private suite it would have been the best way to do it honestly Those crowds were no joke!

[@Chelseabee55]

I think Shake it Off is what really catapulted her to stardom in the mainstream so it was before Lover but lover really helped

[@ponylo9799]

Purchasing anything merch is the most uneccessary thing on Earth, it is even akward

[@LisaChenNg]

100% agree with you. This is the same me me me culture that makes people think that they can throw things at artists. Makes me not want to go bc of other peoples inconsiderate

[@EmL-kg5gn]

Speaking of controversial opinions… These things easily have potential to be traumatic especially combined. Exhaustion, standing in the hot sun for hours, inadequate access to food and water or toilets. Having your personal boundaries compromised due to overcrowding - and possibly fearing for your safety. There’s an in group/out group mentality around who’s a true fan and who’s just there for the hype. People were experiencing social pressure and even direct coercion about their dress. The social policing, people are afraid to share a negative or nuanced opinion and people have been filmed and publicly shamed for behaviour or opinions that aren’t mindless adoration. And yet people felt they couldn’t criticise those who were causing discomfort and arguably harm to those around them! Because it can be justified by excitement or love for the central figure of the group. And the emotional highs and lows caused by experiencing all this stress at an event that’s meant to be amazing and special followed up by people guilting you with “you should be grateful” if you complain. All of these are things I experienced repeatedly growing up in a cult, and more importantly they’re things that define that religious group as a cult and not just a religious group (look up the bite model of authoritarian control if you’re curious). Whether or not any of it’s intentional isn’t something I can comment on. But it’s definitely not okay and I’m sorry! Concerts should be fun!!!!

[@adreena456]

I find this video truly disturbing. I’m 38 and grew up in the Britney era and this is not normal. Who wastes money on merch? Who spends hours waiting in line to buy merch?? Where is this pressure coming from to ‘dress up’, this stinks of being chronically online. I have no issue with Taylor but her fans have serious issues. Everyone needs to grow the hell up.

[@richardvanzyl7066]

I’m really disappointed that you didn’t speak about how all the overpriced merch is made from polyester…super super bad for the environment and also horrible quality

[@Niikki284]

I find it ironic how her fans claim that she’s bringing families together by watching American football because her boyfriend is an NFL player yet there’s so much divisiveness being displayed at her concerts. The example you gave where these fans recording other fans who were sitting down and told that they’re ungrateful and that somebody else could’ve taken their ticket. It’s like, what if they have a health condition and needed to rest? I’m really surprised that someone of her caliber even allows cell phones into her venues and allows for her shows to be recorded. There’s celebrities out there who forbid cell phones during performances so that their shows don’t get live-streamed on social media platforms.

[@destineeridenour1012]

This is a random question, but where did you get your flowers in the background? 😅

[@Arlene4HO]

I lived The Beatles popularity… lyrical geniuses Lennon and McCartney. They changed the way the world viewed Rock and Roll, they were innovators in the world of business and they changed the cultures of the world. Taylor does not compare IMO.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

I think you may be seeing it from having experienced the beatle mania in your younger years but I can guarantee Taylor swift will be on the same level as the Beatles in terms of impact especially when we look back on it much like how we do on the Beatles She too is a lyrical genius and is a woman in pop that has not sexualised herself and that in itself is rare

[@Arlene4HO]

I disagree, time will tell though. She is sexualizing herself more. I think she will faze out eventually because everything is this would is fast and fleeting. Just my opinion.

[@Arlene4HO]

I think her lyrics are very adolescent as well.

[@user-bg9ws7ys4k]

It's how you catch flies...offer something with a compulsory purchase of a concert ticket...hence no sales on Internet.

[@SereneQueen11]

I think her major turning point was Folklore and Evermore. But with all the hype of Eras I expected an impressive production, great choreography but it didn’t hit

[@savage_optimist]

I'm no expert by any means but was Taylor ever not mainstream? in the US at least. I can totally understand why you'd like the single album tours the most, there's something special about an album as a time capsule and an intimate journey. Eras looked very cool but very chaotic

[@happymelodieart]

Stan culture and parasocial relationships are incredibly dangerous and unhealthy. No matter who we're talking about, it's never good and it makes people dumb 😅

[@our_travelling_crew]

I missed out on tickets and really wanted to take my daughter, so feeling a bit dirty about the whole thing 😢😂 I feel like a large portion of the crowd wanted tix because they had fomo, not because they actually wanted to experience the music! It was such a hyped up concert that it was more about going to multiple shows and wearing multiple outfits.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Couldn’t agree more I think the hype surrounding it and the craze made people who maybe weren’t huge fans want to go xx

[@mrswitbooi]

Is concert merch really such a big thing?

[@nataliefontana1344]

I just love you !!!! Valid valid and valid

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Thank you 🙏

[@snowberryqt2978]

It's so crazy how there was this unbelievable amount of unjust hate for her not all that long ago that lasted for years and now there are people getting tickets purely for the clout. I'm just imaging all of the girls and women I knew growing up that said they hated her now flipping it and saying they've always loved her because now her reputation (pun intended) is positive. It's so crazy to me. It really reminds me of all of the poplular girls looking at us goth and emo weird kids like we were disgusting and then copying our styles when the egirl and grunge aesthetic became popular...

[@steebreeotey]

Stand behind me Caitlin, I’ll protect you! 😅

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

😅🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@Lisboooa]

The first video of you I watched I loved your analysis of that kanye west wife. I came here and boy… This is weird. An adult balanced, intelligent woman going nuts about the merchandise of this artist that behaves like a teenager and is going down a very dark path.

[@CrustyUgg]

I have never been a fan of her and probably never will be. She's so basic. Her music is repetitive and yes she's a good singer but there are much better singers than Taylor Swift.

[@morganstubie]

I just Googled it--you can buy merch online🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

[@mariayo4284]

Love that you make your own mind and dare to think

[@sams3015]

Tbh I don’t think I could’ve dealt with all this…I would’ve felt way too overloaded

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

I like Taylor Swift but the media does talk about her relationships too much!

[@elaineypainey]

Agree with everything you just said

[@ryeofoatmeal]

I thought taylor is already big back in red era, but damn now she's even bigger. it's outrageous how popular she is now. I think she started to get the mainstream popularity when she re-recorded her album. the taylors version really gain a lot of attention. however, I don't like the tv bcos i dont feel the same way as original. watching this makes me kinda sad that in future, to see her concert would be impossible :( I missed the red tour and it's my fave one. yet I couldn't go in my city... i find concert is very exhausting, should be a great experience. this is what happened for the popular artist :/

[@DebDebbiesWorld]

96,000 people? I had to look it up- in my ENTIRE COUNTY there are ONLY 30,000 people!

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

😮

[@deezhang6399]

You can get merch online. We bought and received before we attended. However in saying that the concert was great. Heafty price to pay for being like 10m away from her.. heard there were a family flying in spending close to 3 thousand for the same tickets we got and there were 5 of em then fly from perth over to melbourne for the concert. Love her music and amazing how he is able to engage such a broad age group. But I have to say, she seemed like she was in a rush to get in and to get out. Like she didn't really wanted to be there. Really detached from the fans, maybe because the crowd was so big (melb last day Sunday of eras tour). In the vip package you get a tote bag. But strategically they put the tshirts online for sale knowing people would fork out money to buy the tshirts. Another money roller for the team... can we say she's calculating or do we say she's strategic in many of the moves she has made. Good on her for it though. Fans are fans. She'll keep capitalizing on it because everyone is so crazy over her as she is * so relatable* coming out of covid..gota really take a step back and analyze whether you are or not going to go nuts over the top. (Even worse because of the algorithm drilling it into ya the more you scroll)

[@WalkingandTalkingAussieGirl]

I laughed at this, you better hire a security guard! she's not my cup of tea but I appreciate a lot of people enjoy her feel good vibe music.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Flynn is my security 😂

[@jaimerew3560]

Completely agree, I lost all respect for her when she started to endorse a credit card leading up to the Eras Tour. She knew the ticket demand and surge pricing would be insane.

[@michellewasthere]

Fear not!! We all agree with you and are sick to death of hearing about her in daily headlines. Enough already she's not God, her fans need help. 🤯

[@SwapSeasons]

I don’t know how anyone could disagree with anything you said in this video. I think I would’ve lost my mind over that screamer!

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Thank you!! 🙏

[@sarahwales6276]

It's true though...😂❤💐 People can be so selfish and rude.

[@kellypickle]

Before the internet….. If you didn’t go you didn’t get. Unless your cool sister scored you one. They didn’t really sell band shirts in stores. So seeing younger people with “official” concert t’s. It’s lame and totally bogus . When I see someone with a shirt on for a show that I went to in 1982? My head explodes it’s not a real concert T. Part of it was identifying with your tribe. Somebody saw you wearing a David Bowie serious moonlight tour T-shirt. They know you went to that concert. They’d say hey man how was that show? Now you can just get a remake of one anywhere. Clash combat rock you can get that. but it’s not real. And everybody will know you did not go to that show. Because you aren’t old enough to have gone. It was just a thing, you know? Also, everyone is always quite scandalized when I don’t stand in the mile long line for the ladies at intermission at the ballet. F that. I’m not gonna stand at the end of that line needing to pee while an empty bathroom. Sits there literally empty. Oh yes, the ladies were all quite scandalized. The first time I did it. I remember then a few of them drifted in behind me lol.

[@hyacinthmoon6289]

This is a side note but I actually collect vintage band tour shirts. I’m 35 and have sunk thousands into them 😂 my favorites are my 1979 Fleetwood Mac tour shirt and my Misfits shirt from 1991 the Bloof Wolf tour I believe it was called. I just smoked and I’m too lazy to look right now. Nice to see someone else who understands the power of vintage shirts. They were so much harder to acquire back then which makes them so much more rare today! I also have an 80s The Cars tour shirt as well, I just remembered that. 😂

[@Gigi44_Bookworm]

Don’t forget plus sizes with the merch. I’d love to hear you talk more about your type 1 diabetes when you’re in public spaces. I’m diabetic and epileptic. People judge me so much for carrying a backpack because I need to have snacks, water, medications, and to be hands free since I fall so much. A concert is my worst nightmare for during a seziure. I no longer attend football games, concerts, or large gatherings that require a clear bags or restrict what I can have with me that could cause serious challenges for me medically

[@marianna-sophiabegaysacaid494]

Here’s my unpopular opinion Taylor Swift isn’t more famous than she’s ever been. She just hasn’t toured for five years so lots of people want to go see her.

[@anjalianthony1656]

I am definitely not a swiftie (never been to her concerts and never will) but i think its great to see a female artist become so successful. I suspect many of her fans are young and perhaps did not get to see previous tours so do not have a comparison and for them the Eras tour was the best thing ever! But i personally don’t actually think large sports stadiums like the MCG are suitable for concerts (other than rock bands). Sound quality isn’t as good as smaller venues and it’s always mayhem having such a big crowd!

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Absolutely agree!

[@jennifer6833]

I hope she finishes off her remakes of her albums right after the tour and then goes off into the sunset and smells the roses. Let people forget about her for a while, take five years off or even retire. Hopefully the sick obsession will stop.

[@mars6233]

It's funny. I've never been to a concert. I have anxiety, and I am so scared of people thinking that someone else would enjoy my seat more than me. To the extent that I have never gone. I once saw a band that was in a bar, that was fun. But I'm not a concert person and I don't understand, it doesn't even sound pleasant to go

[@CrustyUgg]

Who waits in the sun for 2 hours for merch? Yall are weird 😂

[@lilymorejon647]

She has changed. She does witchcraft now on her shows. I used to enjoy her music before. Not anymore.

[@cankhovich1796]

this needs more exploration (exposition)

[@CarlaSampaio88]

Can you imagine the costs for them to post the items?! That’s why they give people the double work to get if they want! 😅 but that’s all crazy who cares about having a item from a stranger that majority of times we admire and they are crap people to start with! I booked Taylor Swift for 3 of us my daughter she’s 9 and loves her and my husband also likes her songs, we’ve never been before, paid almost 800£ per ticket vip box in Wembley in summer 2024! For me it’s a waste of money’ went to see last year and this year in Dubai Ed Sheeran and was amazing & worth money! I’ve booked Munique for Adele and hope to love it as I wanted LA tour but has been sold out so long!

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Oh I saw Ed when he toured Australia too he was good ☺️

[@ChristysChannelYall]

I am not a fan anymore. I liked her when she first started out, but now I don’t like the direction she has gone in and I’ll simply leave it at that.

[@mindtheprivacy]

Omg you ranted and apologized for 5 minutes straight!!!!!!

[@nataliesummers6365]

I love TS and huge fan but made decision not to go to her concert for many reasons. I will wait for her era tour on netflix and I'm ok with that 😂

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

👏

[@XEveryoneLovesEmilyX]

I don't like merch. Not even Taylor can convince me to buy it. I just don't see the point in buying an overpriced t-shirt.

[@RainbowSludge]

I have never listened to Taylor Swift. This Eras tour was hard to avoid - and I didn’t get it. What’s the big deal? What’s the era thing? Is this tour never ending? lol - but I watched a KZbin video recently that was hours of explaining the eras and the whole fandom etc and I thought it was so cool and creative. And I actually felt kind of sad that I missed out on it. I am the same age as her and it would have been fun to grow up with all that too. I see how people are “Swifties”. I totally would have gone and had tons of fun despite knowing nothing. And guess what? I would have ended it having a ball and then went home and listened to her music and what’s wrong with that?

[@kellypickle]

Toxic My granddaughter loves her, and I would never ever spend money on this ever. It’s about integrity, and there is none here so many artists have fought for their fans to get a fair shake and have a fair chance at getting a good ticket for a decent price, but the odds are against them for sure. I was going to go see Tedeschi trucks band (MGM Boston) And as badly as I wanted to go, I could not justify the ticket price. It was just ridiculous for two of us to go. It would’ve been $700. I’m disabled and can’t be in the floor area. It’s sad. So much greed.

[@mansoor3159]

My comfort youtuber As Always Caitlin♥️🥹♥️🥹♥️🥰and your videos are really really so so so helpful to me in my life you are my truly truly inspiration

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

❤️❤️🥰🥰

[@morganstubie]

Try going to a Jimmy Buffett concert. You’ll really be overwhelmed!

[@bebetheexplorer624]

Maybe I am not really a Taylor Swift but I like to listen to her music. I am lucky my daughter is not a Taylor swift fun either because she is the only one that can get me to watch a concert much more if there’s lot of people😂

[@LilyGazou]

I’m a Jane Austen fan but- ya know, she’s dead. No interest in pop music or spectator sports. It’s fine for others because then they aren’t hiking on the trails I like or trying to surf on my waves.

[@1978Rbh]

Did you know someone died in rio de janeiro waiting outside with no water and 40 degrees?

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

I know?! How sad!!

[@1978Rbh]

@@CaitlinPawlowski you are the best!!! I share all your thoughts about life basically!!!! love u from Uruguay

[@CogMarks]

People can be so incredibly rude at concerts, especially drunk women. I’m always sitting right behind the most drunk woman at the show.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

It’s infuriating I have no tolerance for that kind of thing

[@Cheri94]

You talk about narcissism, and how some people couldn’t get tickets, 🤔🤔🤔and yet you went two nights? Hypocrite?

[@App3969]

Not sure how net worth is calculated in full detail, but Taylor could have spent less on the merch & VIP boxes to pocket it or use it for costumes or use it to pay for fuel on her private jet she's always polluting with! LOL I'm not a fan of hers and can't see that I ever will be, so I can't understand the obsession you guys have with her (and that public shaming/complaining? Ooof!). What's her appeal that's made her so big to charge $1,300 for a floor ticket? I can see your point on it being a "historical moment" in entertainment, but so was Beyonce's, which is also where I think her team got the idea of dressing up from. LOL But who knows? Also being in an semi-enclosed space with 96,000 people sounds terrifying!

[@ggibson8356]

MCG is a world class stadium they do those crowd numbers all the time but it is a sport stadium and the fact that the crowd for this event was mostly female is not standard so that would account for the toilet issue. I would say a lot of the issues come from the event organisation not the venue. As a Melb local we were all over the Swiftie roadshow by the time they road out of town bless those Swfties but adios lol💕 my opinion only x

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

Thanks for sharing it! 🥰

[@vilock2514]

I'm so over it. Yes, I agree mainstream. She's just another artist n some ppl need to chill. And screamers......Noooo, thank you.

[@melissa3232]

I will be honest, I like her songs. But in general, I do not like concerts anyway. I find that they are too crowded and you might not even be able to see the stage anyway. Good seats are even more expensive. And price is another reason. I would never pay hundreds of euros to listen to songs I can listen for free online. I would rather save that money or go on a nice holiday with it.

[@irinabugai1022]

Why people feel compelled to make that woman even richer?, it’s mind boggling to me. Swift fans are from the devil for the vast majority.

[@Rpa-48]

I'm a swiftie who couldn't go as my due date was around the Sydney tour dates. I was at home with a newborn during her Aus tour. I ended up getting a merch t shirt online and my husband surprised me with merch by lining up at the stadium for me. It was actually easier to just get it through the official online merch store. I also agree with you regarding the outfits, the pressure seems ridiculous. It all seems so wasteful to have all these one time use outfits. I went to her 1989 and Reputation tours and had the time of my life. They were truly magical. The fandom in my opinion has become a lot more toxic. You can be a fan but the obsession is ridiculous.

[@CaitlinPawlowski]

When and why do you think the weird toxic obsession started? I think when 1989 and rep toured fans aka you and I were normal level headed people 😂

[@Rpa-48]

@@CaitlinPawlowski I think the toxicity is due to social media. During 1989 Tiktok and reels didn't exist. During reputation tour, it was the infancy of tiktok. Prior to tiktok, a lot of the Easter egg clues she left in songs were only followed by dedicated fans. All these people then started these accounts on tiktok just with Taylor updates and decoding the mystique of her Easter eggs, etc. You really see it from Lover, and it accelerates during the pandemic albums. So it just started spiralling from there. All the boomers in media started reporting on this phenomenon and suddenly normies who never cared for her music in the past joined the bandwagon to see what the fuss was about. This is not to gatekeep, anyone can listen to music. But I think a lot of people are just joining in not due to a love of the music but to stay relevant. I've seen it with a few work colleagues. A lot of the really young kids I think are wanting to go to the concerts due to social media/peer pressure. It's actually just getting a bit much for me as a long term fan. I'm being lumped in with all the crazies.

[@sarahwales6276]

I'm a fan of her music but I wouldn't attend a concert, too exhausting for me. 💐

[@schneeroseful]

Taylor Swift is not my style of music at all, but I have never been at a best of/recap Tour I liked better than the others.