TAYLOR SWIFT folklore: the long pond studio session REACTION

[@marcusandersson2890]

It’s a CRIME that we didn’t get Long Pond studio sessions for Evermore-

[@daypeanut4406]

I'd so love a tiny desk for this. Specifically, just her playing Ivy 6 times lol 😅

[@essjayess11]

Such a bummer…

[@TheTorturedSwift13]

​@@daypeanut4406real

[@Mzee-in8yh]

Yes

[@Maryb-j5k]

Wow Zach, describing Joe as a wax figure with no feelings is so accurate! Look what happened!

[@courtney601]

"even her psychosis is productive" YUP

[@theswiftologist]

I mean...its TRUE

[@rays_choice]

seeing this after TTPD is so telling

[@MermaidCore_]

As a nurse, who had a grandfather in WW2, epiphany is so meaningful to me. It shows up in my top 10 every time I rank… the joy of her catalog. Something for everyone 🙏🏻

[@tantheta2184]

So glad I finally found your channel . I really needed more content of you or Madeline after finishing the pod . I just cannot express how much comfort I feel listening to you guys talking about taylor. Also you're extremely funny

[@moun5463]

i bursted out laughing when you mentioned justin vernon being in a hostage situation, so so true 😭😭😭😭

[@MicaSade]

You are so articulate and your insights are really interesting, even when I disagree (I love August) 😌

[@theswiftologist]

Wow, thank you!

[@effyle3281]

thanks for sharing your honest insights. besides, I would love to hear about your top ten of all Taylor Swift songs

[@theswiftologist]

ooooh good idea!

[@MermaidCore_]

I’d like to see that too- such an honest critic!

[@censoreverything8072]

Did Joe “write” some of the songs? Sure. But I think his involvement was way overblown. I think Taylor was trying to support him and build him up by overemphasizing his contribution and selling him as an artist. Maybe as a way to make Joe feel special and breathe new life into their relationship by collaborating. I just don’t buy it. I also think that’s clear from Jack’s reactions and and how he subtly undercut whatever Taylor was trying to say about Joe.

[@DrMLE-76]

Also a way to get him some money - broke Joe 😂

[@BeMoreAwareGodWatches]

I absolutely wish your videos were longer. I love watching you and listening to you. You make me laugh, you’re knowledgeable, you’re smart I just can’t get enough of you. and you talk about my favorite topic🫶. also, what you said was brilliant “she can obscure her point with tons of metaphors.” yup

[@shai1127]

Yes, her friend is just her. Haha. The line, "I'm doing good, i'm on some new sh*t" was about her collaboration with Aaron and said it's about "updating a former lover" with what she's doing now. BYE-

[@theswiftologist]

teaaaaa

[@Maryb-j5k]

@@theswiftologistomg now we know it was Matty … 😮😮😮

[@yasmeenkhan5469]

I truly gagged laughing for 5 mins straight after his reaction to Justin Vernon appearing to be a hostage on BBC! When I first saw it, I wondered if it was like a makeshift mask but I really do wonder if it’s part of his persona now. Because I have seen him do the same thing at live performances. Either way, I was cackling at the commentary, this commentary is elite!

[@jessicakushla5110]

omg i would LOVE to see a video on where the reputation era went wrong!

[@theswiftologist]

coming right up !!!

[@amandaallison7593]

Hey Swiftologist, I have been going through your videos one by one over the last couple weeks.... just started this one and I'm looking forward to watching the whole thing. It's been obviously some time since a) Longpond came out and b) you made this video, and I feel we've learned so much more about this album in that time. But just some immediate thoughts, 1) you're so god damn eloquent when you speak and have such authoritative takes on her sound, artistry, impact, tea -- all of it! You're so eloquent and I really admire how you speak 2) this album played on repeat at launch -- and is pretty much a daily listen -- in the last 1.5 years or so since it came out, I've only dived deeper and deeper into the stories here, and I've really landed on this is such a personal album for her and by saying she was allowed to live in fantasy and make up stories, it was freeing to share thoughts she never really had before. My tops are Exile, this is my trying, illicit affairs (turns out I'm also an august), epiphany, peace, hoax, the lakes.... (most songs on the album). Anyway, now I am just rambling, but when you say at the beginning this album appears to be about mental health -- I 100% agree and this album has saved me so far.... I hope it continues to. Thanks for sharing your insights and perspective with us.

[@MermaidCore_]

You need to check out the podcast #evolutionofasnake sooooooo good!

[@Istandinthesun943]

Bing your videos right now and I CANNOT with your descriptions of Joe hahahahaha my thoughts exactly.

[@JenniferDomitrovits-xu9df]

It’s interesting to me what you (and Taylor) said about not knowing what Hoax is about. To me, it seemed clear that, at least parts of it were about Scott selling her out. It also seemed clear (again, to me, personally) the scars from being torn apart were the backlash/cancellation of 2016. I suppose, it’s because my mind immediately went to the part in Miss Americana where man she said that being called conniving, wicked, a bad person was the one thing she wasn’t able to recover from. Then, when she said that “what you did was just as dark… this is just as hard” I associated with Scott’s betrayal of her. I’m not saying that interpretation works for the entire song but, IMO, it works for a good bit of it. Just some thoughts. 😊

[@janetliu1026]

I think with This is me trying and epiphany, if you were experiencing something traumatic or depressing, they can really hurt, esp with this is me trying. Like I don't have an addiction problem but I did screw up in school at the time and felt helpless bc I thought I ruined my whole career. Epiphany also helped me get through feeling depressed in COVID. SO, I get it might not be her best songs, but they definitely hit for me.

[@latingrl2005]

I think the release of the full phone call might have gotten to her..all that hate, betrayal all for a lie. People might have tried to come around, who niw she knows are fake and users.

[@theswiftologist]

yeah that was def a rough period of time

[@MermaidCore_]

Would love to see you break down her Grammy museum performances, either here or on the podcast. :)

[@MermaidCore_]

Lol Justin looking like a hostage 😂 so true

[@DrMLE-76]

I guess if you weren’t a frontline healthcare worker during the pandemic, you might not get the soldier comparison. But just because you can’t empathize, doesn’t make it a bad song. It’s beautiful and meaningful.

[@noortje5760]

So interesting to watch this now😂

[@Breerox108]

I'm glad someone else recognizes the sapphic undertones of seven

[@milliemadge5]

*about this is my trying* "you wouldn't get it just listening to the song at all" me: immediately understood and related to the song. has always been my #1 on folklore 🫣

[@neelimamundayur3663]

same. I think it may be because during the pandemic I had just gotten out of college, could not see where my life was headed and was struggling with alcoholism and suicidal ideations, but the song made perfect sense to me from the second I heard it. I don't listen to it as much anymore having gotten out of it, but now see it as a precursor to a more direct and literal "Anti-Hero" or "Dear Reader"

[@DrMLE-76]

This was the same for me with Epiphany. I immediately got the soldier reference, and as a frontline physician during the pandemic, I started bawling when the second verse came. With some songs, you just know it in your bones

[@jillsarah7356]

Side note: love that candle holder!!! Happy August Eve, Swifties! 🌾✨

[@jillsarah7356]

As someone with an August birthday I rebuke your August slander and I’m pretending that now in 2023 you have changed your mind and you love it

[@theswiftologist]

I actually have 😭😭😭

[@lavenyr]

@@theswiftologist Wait omg fr?😭

[@MissteriousMisstress]

We want the one minute crying rant Zachary!!

[@cathymiller9342]

I was mixed on Joe Alwyn before watching Conversations With Friends. I feel like I get it now.

[@stargazer3677]

Joe has a depth to him intellectually. I was attracted to his looks at first, but his layers keep showing.

[@FlowerChild-vx9bk]

I would love u to do a video about how, WHY, when and where you fell in love with Ms Swift.

[@MicaSade]

Also please do all of those videos you mentioned at the end lmao

[@anasarracena]

Please do the where reputation went wrong video!! Love your channel and your bold opinions

[@lisahobson7019]

Interesting that you pointed out you thought that The One was about a “friend”. And now I think we all know it was the rat 🐀 🤨.

[@liz.a314]

hostage vibes AHAHHA why was he wearing a mask i was so confused

[@pickledcucumber8693]

I don’t think the 1 is about Harry, I think it’s about Jack Antonoff and his failed relationship with Lena Dunham (and it could also be in Betty’s point of view when she’s a lot older and looks back on James)

[@PandoraStolen]

But Taylor said in her mind that Betty and James end up together

[@audreym.342]

Now we pretty much know…

[@llap476]

did joe hurt you 😭😭😭 ?

[@roseelliott2728]

Ok, how about making all three of those video ideas. But start with Red. Please and thank you.

[@theswiftologist]

GOOD idea

[@iteachlit]

November 2020: So, she dropped this album and then just disappeared for months? “WHeRe iS tAyLoR?” 😆😆😆

[@jillsarah7356]

Lolol

[@nevaminddd]

Unhinged swiftie tiktok reactions

[@sarahwalker3131]

I have to ask do you like taylor and joe together I am confused? But I agree he doesn't show emotions a lot of the time. But that's alright.

[@pickledcucumber8693]

I wanna see all three videos 🥺

[@MermaidCore_]

Loved what you said about Aaron as opposed to Joel Little. Perfect observation #chefskiss 💋

[@peytonsjenedits]

I think the 2nd option is something i’m most interested in or the 3rd actually

[@DrMLE-76]

How has your opinion changed (or not) on seven since finding out it’s about a little friend back in Pennsylvania with an abusive father (and not a coming out/hiding in the closet)?

[@angellombness4371]

She was going through TTPD!!

[@brittanyquale1905]

where reputation went wrong!

[@theswiftologist]

duly noted

[@brandycolmer7052]

Wait…did you just say things will be revealed in the Eras?!?

[@Youareanicon]

I'm not sure if this is a dumb question, but I'm confused about the whole "singles" thing. Why are they singles if they're apart of the album? Does she release them as singles after? I'm confused. Help. Please.

[@Exhausted_Emily]

Singles are just the songs that get highlighted. They usually get music videos and are pushed out to the radio stations more. Sometimes they are released before the album and sometimes after. Sometimes Taylor will wait and see what the fans like and then make that song a single.

[@Youareanicon]

@@Exhausted_Emily THANK YOU. I was so confused.

[@mandik2050]

After listening to four of your album reviews/ listens in a row, I’m convinced Taylor is stalking your channel for inspiration. You’ve mentioned song names before they were released and “Taylor’s Eras”. It’s either that, or you’re psychic.

[@TheAnaceciliadmmm]

2:54 yes. Mental Illness =Matt Healey 😢😢😢😢 is that why you call him Mental Illness or is a SHOCKING coincidence now that I am binge watching your channel

[@bellasycheva6636]

I think that there are no specific lyrics about cheating in illicit affairs. They're just illicit for another reason. And I feel like it was a deliberate choice.

[@MermaidCore_]

I hope she did a LPS for evermore

[@dhanu2929]

3:33 you missed the "tour"😂

[@DrMLE-76]

Do we now agree that Illicit Affairs is about Matty? And, no offense to the Gaylor fans but, I feel like Taylor’s giggly embarrassed 12 yo girly reaction to Katy Perry scissoring with Doechii on stage pretty much shuts that down

[@liz.a314]

q - what does "pushing sm to single" even mean? I always thought singles just were the most popular songs on the album / why does it even matter in world of streaming

[@theswiftologist]

A single gets a radio push-which gives it a life beyond the album & usually entails a music video as well

[@MermaidCore_]

And obviously… I have too much to say. Shutting up now 🤦‍♀️

[@trueswiftie3492]

I don't think the way you talk about Joe is respectful enough.He is her boyfriend and he has been there for her for more than 4 years during thick and thin.He is very talented and supportive.He has a whole ass English literature degree FYI and Taylor said he plays piano beautifully so it's not surprising he writes songs with her.Besides,the fact that they are so secure about their relationship that they can write break up songs together and then laugh about it shows this relationship is what Taylor needed. You don't have to like Joe,but Taylor loves him so much that she wants to run away with him and go to The Lakes. You have to respect him and what he does for Taylor.

[@theswiftologist]

I don’t have to do anything except be gay and make KZbin videos

[@trueswiftie3492]

@@theswiftologist Everyone has to respect people and their private life. Like I said you don't have to like him but you have to respect him as a person

[@theswiftologist]

@@trueswiftie3492 I literally don’t HAVE to do anything. I’m free

[@trueswiftie3492]

@@theswiftologist Being free brings responsibility.If you don't respect people you can't expect them to respect you either. You act like you don't care bc it's KZbin but in real life,you can't do that

[@theswiftologist]

@@trueswiftie3492 I can also do whatever I want in real life. Pls leave me alone !!! Unsubscribe !!!! Get off my channel!!! X

[@tassomando5391]

You didn't speak about betty

[@Mary-ks2kc]

Of all the songs to think could be about her possibly dating Karlie I truly don’t get how Illicit Affairs would be it, they weren’t sneaking around it’s her most publicized friendship ever. Literally everyone saw them leave, no hoods, no keeping their eyes down lol.

[@theswiftologist]

metaphorically .... a forbidden love ..... as we know folklore is not entirely autobiographical

[@Mary-ks2kc]

@@theswiftologist Yes and she did say this song wasn’t autobiographical at all. So who knows? Obviously not any of us. I was just saying IMO, it just didn’t ring those bells since they did the literal opposite of sneaking around if that’s what was actually going on. Especially the bridge, it sounds like someone quite a bit older talking down to her.

[@genevieveking5078]

I didn’t hear about Taylor and Karlie.

[@trueswiftie3492]

@@genevieveking5078 That's bc it's not a thing,some fans love to think they used to date

[@sandorkocso1798]

i loved your reaction! agree with everything. but what's the gays point? betty isn't a quweer song sadly

[@theswiftologist]

I meant more about seven in that comment, or even illicit affairs :)

[@sandorkocso1798]

@@theswiftologist ooooohhhhhhh. so you think it. s a queer one? nice. i didn. t think of it that way. i thought it was like best friends stuff

[@sandorkocso1798]

@@theswiftologist ooooohhhhhhh. so you think it. s a queer one? nice. i didn. t think of it that way. i thought it was like best friends stuff

[@sandorkocso1798]

bon iver was rudeeeeeeeee af! i mean that was too extra

[@Dolphin2048]

5:16 well she was missing someone😏

[@pickledcucumber8693]

Illegal streaming for the win!

[@sandorkocso1798]

agree with the joe comments 100% :)))))))))

[@queenieg7318]

The one is Tom H

[@andresbecerra1183]

Love your channel! Love your insights! Except for the ones about Joe which are… yk, disgusting and creepy and very new swiftie vibes. Everything else is great though 🥴

[@deeneryssummer3658]

I stopped watching when u said something bad about taylor and joe collaboration and how you trash joe. One thing I learned from being a fan of ts is to always be nice and not be judgemental.

[@theswiftologist]

Sarcasm babe look it up

[@deeneryssummer3658]

@@theswiftologist "I'm not hating she loves her London boy but I don't get it!" lol doesn't sound sarcastic at all. When u said that he's a wax figure I could get that it can be a sarcasm however when u said "not hating" that is clearly hating or being defensive. Anyway all the best, you speak well and clearly intellectual.

[@theswiftologist]

@@deeneryssummer3658 this asinine comment exchange which is clearly unworthy of my time, if you’d like to revere Taylor Swift like Lenin and praise all she does mindlessly please do. The rest of us have opinions, and jokes to make. Enjoy the mindless droning ♥️

[@deeneryssummer3658]

Am I complaining about you not praising Ts when u said you didn't like the live version for the last great American dynasty? I did not. Its okay thats ur opinion however its bothersome to critic a person u don't really know of. Its not nice to say oh Joe Alwyn is a wax figure, he doesn't have a talent, him writing a song is creepy. That's judging. Your opinion about Taylor's music or Taylor's singing or anything related to Taylor's creation is Okay coz we are consuming her work. We are the audience but I guess it's bad to say rude things to other people. You should know this coz eventually people will come to u and say nasty things about u without even knowing you.

[@theswiftologist]

@@deeneryssummer3658 he’s a public figure, it’s fair game, it’s not a big deal, I did not slander the man. Please take a sedative and move on

[@NYandAZ]

COVID. DUH 🙄