Taylor Swift: Rewriting Her Narrative

[@Chikadulce10]

"...hyper-aware of the power imbalance between really young women and the men WHO CHOOSE to date them." I really sincerely thank you for phrasing that this way. So many times it's the young women/men that get chastised for dating someone older than them. They wouldn't even be in a relationship if the more experienced adult hadn't agreed to it and moved things forward. It's easy to blame the younger person because they're naive, but no one ever questions the older partner. Why treat someone like dirt when you made the choice to date them? You should know that being with someone much younger than you, ESPECIALLY someone fresh out of their teens, is not the same as being with someone who has been through more adult situations like you have. But not many people view the narrative this way.

[@jlo2715]

You know, when people started bashing Taylor about the whole masters things, and saying she should’ve read the fine print, it’s kinda insidious to think a 15-year old kid is truly going to understand the legal ramifications of a multi year contract that probably needed to go through her parents as well as she was literally still a kid.

[@snikrdoodls14]

Or the fact that it was a legally binding contract with a minor, and no-one seems to be questioning that.

[@jericsuson5250]

From I think, 10 yrs old to 15 yrs old she was literally going from 1 record label to another trying to get signed handing out sample songs on her cd. 🥲. On the road trying to get interviewed on a radio to tv stations. (Happened to Jimmy Kimmel show, she got denied of course. There's a video about it if you ever wanna watch it.) Then she got this offer from a record label that didn't even an office yet, no building, no nothing, she's literally their first artist. She finally got the dream she always wanted. Someone who believed in her. I WOULD SIGN THAT DEAL IN A HEARTBEAT.

[@basaksezgin5519]

There is also a clear power imbalance too. This young wanna be musician wants to be famous and this guy who knows the business offer them that and of course they're gonna accept

[@sailingnstuff]

Of course she nor anyone else didn't know that she would become so prolific and successful at the time. There are probably thousands of others that signed similar deals and were one hit wonders or just faded away.

[@nilay_nur]

I think the fact that she had a very close relationship with Scott also played a part in her not questioning the contract, she probably trusted him blindly and it never crossed her mind that a label she helped build would screw her over

[@jh4336]

As much as everyone in the comments is talking about Taylor and her brilliance (with good reason), I want to take a moment to talk you about you. You are a masterful storyteller who is both reflective and consequential in your delivery. Keep doing what you do, to bring new meaning to the media we consume and allow fans to get closer to the art they enjoy

[@QualityCulture]

Wow your words really touched me. Thank you for such a sweet comment. It’s honestly the best part of making these video, connecting with other people and appreciating the art we love ❤️

[@mirandaoakley3662]

This was excellent. Great work. I love the 10 minute version of all too well and I love how the songs sound different. Some of the beats on the newer versions are just awesome! There’s so much goodness in this album! Enjoying the vault tracks to.

[@corneliastreet3559]

So true! Video essays are my favorite genre of KZbin videos because of how much organization, critical thinking, and pure love goes into every video!!

[@miksiie]

well said!!!

[@annagoana2290]

i completely agree with what you said about fifteen, listening to 31 year old taylor sing it just gives this rush of nostalgia like when you hear your parents tell a story from their childhood. it's definitely my favorite re-recording so far. i have a feeling that long live re-recording will also have the same euphoric feeling with how much she's been through since that song is released.

[@TazinMashruba]

This video felt like a warm, soothing hug from Taylor to us. Thank you for continuing to tell her story, I absolutely adore the first one and loved watching this one too!

[@QualityCulture]

Wow im so glad this video (and the last one) resonated with you like that! I'm really appreciative that we can share her art together 😊

[@noonefornow1514]

@@QualityCulture but I am so much into nothing new!!! great song didn't you notice that??

[@sophiaderise4565]

It’s honestly cathartic to listen to her re records. With Red especially.

[@ostorozhnost]

Thanks for talking about JoJo! She’s been done so wrong and she’s criminally underrated

[@jasonesmero5255]

Love jojo

[@JessicaNicoleFaust]

The way she says “and how it glistened as it fell” in All Too Well is so beautiful🥺

[@Nightman221k]

I love how much creativity and personality Taylor’s been putting out. It’s really exciting and I love how it feels more than ever like she’s really got freedom to EXACTLY what she wants.

[@ath8100]

I'm just so happy seeing her smile on the SNL performance of All Too Well 10 minute version, sooooo proud of her😭❤️ Red album is finally hers and ours❤️

[@nicolebrowne1433]

We need a part 3 with the arrival of Midnights! 😍

[@rominaflorenciamuto9524]

I came here, to say the same :)

[@hiddenfox-pq7hj]

Midnights was mediocre

[@lucypreece7581]

I feel that the final album of her first six that she will re release will be her debut self titled album. The idea behind the re-recordings is ownership. finally being able to fully own her words, her emotions and her voice. Saving her Debut for last will be Taylor Swift finally being able to reclaim and own her own name and in a sense her whole self. Because if you look at it technically right now she doesn't own her name the trash human Scooter Braun owns it. The final step on her journey of reclamation will be to fully own her own name after reclaiming all of the other parts of her life and story. In Fearless TV she has reclaimed her youth and innocence and adolescence, in Red TV she has reclaimed her soul and her ability to feel and be heartbroken, with 1989 she will be able to reclaim her womanhood and sense of self, with Speak Now she will fully be reclaiming her voice because that was the only album where she was the sole writer and had 0 collabs, with Reputation she will be able to reclaim well her reputation and then the final step will be to release debut and fully reclaim her name and personhood and it will be a full circle moment to end with a beginning. I know many people have theories of the remaining order of the albums but this is mine. it makes the most sense to do it this way. The next re-release will be 1989.

[@claine4751]

Props to the writer of this video essay!

[@QualityCulture]

Thanks for the love 🥰

[@katara5083]

She's keeping her re-recorded "Long Live" from us a little bit later from us because she knows we all wouldn't make it when we hear it. I can just feel it...

[@myettechase]

Hello from the future! It destroyed us 🥲

[@BryonyClaire]

This (along with your last video about Taylor) are incredible, I really appreciate your storytelling, so much more goes into creating work like this than people realize. I've been enjoying going through your other videos too, seriously great work!

[@jed_blue_as_always]

To be honest, the narrative that you crafted upon Taylor’s life story was so amazing that I used to watch like entirely for more than couples of times. Your work is very much appreciated and I just wanna say thank you… For me all too well is amazing but not a relatable one. So, I think I would say “forever winter” from the vault. That song reflects my traumatic life experiences.

[@mangopop13]

She deserves every single accolade. Time and time again, I’m constantly left awestruck by her intricately crafted excellence, vulnerability, honesty, and infinite pursuit and passion of creating art. Thank you for celebrating this.

[@shellh210]

No because your Taylor videos always make me cry 😭 The way you talk about her and explain her story is amazing 😊

[@tenderizer]

Awesome video! I didnt know Jojo rerecorded too, so cool of her. I dont think people realize yet how massive of a shift it is for Taylor and other big artists to stand up for themselves and the ownership of their art like this. The artist formerly known as Prince is of course the pioneer in this but now that record labels are becoming increasingly obsolete, the big greedy ones who take advantage of artists are finally going to get left behind. Taylor is shining a light on how predatory record deals can be and setting an example for everyone to see that she isnt going to put up with it so that other artists can see that they dont have to either. Honestly, its some of the most punk rock shit ever.

[@luisagonzalez8752]

by the end of the video I had tears in my eyes and I didn’t even notice, you did such an amazing work and I cannot thank you enough as a fan of Taylor and as a fan of your videos watching your videos feels like a chat with an old friend and by adding the nostalgic feeling of the re-recordings I just couldn’t help but feel really emotional music it’s such a wonderful thing and the fact that it brings people- strangers this close it’s beyond words i actually never heard that bit of taylor saying “when I wrote this songs they were all mine but now they are ours” and you adding this made it all so special and brings me back to my pint of how music creates bridges between people thank you so so much for sharing this with us🧡

[@Sun.Shine-]

The person who made this eassay has for sure put their heart into this. Thank you from a fellow lover of taylor swift 😍👏

[@kashvibachyas7108]

i love your narration. you are not just respectful towards all the events you've narrated, but your voice is also soothing to the ears. great going

[@sarahtelford9601]

22 hits different when you hear the 10 minute all too well. “It’s supposed to be fun turning 21” turns to “I don’t know about you but I’m feeling 22” like 22 was the magic number she needed to get over the excruciating heartbreak that happened when she was 21

[@enchantedmrc02]

This was a very beautifully done video just like the first part. You perfectly captured how special her journey is and why I personally connect to the stories she's telling. After all she's done, there are still some people discrediting her talent by looking at the surface level of what the media says about her - never bothering to learn about the real story, or her talent underneath and how she is able to replicate such raw emotions in her work. So seeing videos like the ones you've made is really comforting. Thank you for doing this. 👏💖

[@societycrumbles]

Everyone is talking about Red, and I haven't moved on from Folklore yet.

[@dogperson4436]

I really do love her now... I didn't used to before but I honestly can't get over folklore

[@graciep.6984]

I just finished watching your first video on Taylor, and was so moved that I ended up pouring my heart out in a ridiculously long comment. The remarkable insight throughout the first video is here again. I’m kind of emotionally wrung out from the other comment, though I don’t know if you’ll ever see it. In case you do, I’ll just say ditto. In case you don’t, then bravo. A story beautifully told in two installments, both of which are deeply insightful and moving.

[@FerchandOrea]

Your video was simply beautiful, I think that through your words and her story you've managed to express the feelings of revisiting your old self and that hitted me hard.

[@Susan-kl9ck]

I would like to compliment your work, Terrance. I could say you're talented in explaining exactly what you want to say, conveying each thought and feeling. Capturing the emotions felt as you and your viewers watch the video. But that may be an inconsiderate assumption as well, depending on how you see yourself as. Because, talent may not be the case for everyone, it may be the constant trial and error, history of hard work and confusion- a process- that can make up someone's beautiful work such as yours, Terrance. So instead I will say, that the work you have made and put up to the public, this video, and all the rest of your videos, are very well put together. Not just in your transitions to the next topic, but your way of speech, how you explain and describe things, editing, sources such as Taylor's interview shown in your video here that are used to connect back to as you continue to speak. All these sorts of things. As time continues people will continue to be able to see your work and absolutely enjoy and admire how touching and beautiful it is. This was all because of your own ideas, imagination, and individual uniqueness. You're doing well, the reason is not just because of all the things I have already said, but also because you're working hard for something you want to do. Continue on with what you wish to do, people will come on here and love your work and also your way of thoughts, like your current Subscribers. Now that I have said that, I will continue on to my thoughts on the video. The current stage of my life has brought me to be in a constant process of learning. Ideas after another confuses me as my young mind does not have enough life experience to properly be able to have the capability of handling situations that I face. Struggles are never ending and I am initiating the change of my life. Because of all this, it has left me to often be tired and unwilling to continue to try. I remind myself of philosophies I believe in to continue to try as I know that everything that happens to me can bring me a lesson from the experience. But even so, as it is my first time following what I want to do in my life, I am forgetful of my original goals. This all reminds me of what Terrance said about Taylor. In her earlier years of her career she made mistakes that caused her hardship, her inexperience in life also dictated her actions. Though the mistakes she created and hardships she had to face seem frightening, she continued to live leading her to her 31st year of her life. She changes the things she wishes to change and looks back on her life and earlier years of her career, with a soft smile, a smile that forgives and loves her past self. It is all wonderful to imagine, to hear that a person's life, Taylor's in this case, is being softly smiled at by the very person who lives it. When watching this video and connecting it to my life, along with other people who try and put effort into their lives, it makes me smile. My body and mind relaxes knowing that just like Taylor, we all go through lives of our known. With each life having its own uniqueness and history. It is appreciation that I have, as I believe in the efforts one make. As long as one too thinks that they can continue on, that is all that matters. There will be a day.

[@justthenamekevin]

we need a part 3 once the year is over

[@allisonretter3605]

This is a fantastic analysis! Your writing is just superb 👏🏼

[@elisazouza]

im happy she's re-recording her own music

[@jelof21]

you cant deny the power of Taylor Swift.. thank you for making this

[@jennifermanning8282]

I can't wait for you to cover the midnights Era next

[@courtneychristoff3720]

I was 13 years old when her debut album was released, I have been with her ever since, as she grew I grew, as her heart was broken so was mine, our lives coincided in so many ways, sometimes it felt like she had picked up my own diary and wrote from that. From then to now Taylor has been such an influential part of my life and for this I am so thankful for. Fearless taught this 15 year old girl many important lessons, Red came as I experienced my first real heartbreak, 1989 was released the year my daughter was born and the happiest moments, reputation came as I left my ex-husband and my own reputation was being dragged through the mud, and finally Lover was there as I found someone who truly loved me for me. Thank you Taylor, for everything.

[@easyveganfoodie]

Listening to “nothing new” from RED is so amazing because you get to see how scared she was of being replaced by someone else. Someone new. But the song was never released when it was actually her feelings, but now as a nostalgic way of looking back and knowing she had nothing to worry about at all because she’s just as relevant today, actually even more so.

[@phoebeel]

I'm pretty sure she still feels that way deep down. She's at the height of her career now, and she probably knows that she will fall out of the public's graces soon enough. It's happened before for her, it will happen again. And unfortunately, she's now getting to the age where she won't be regarded as worthy in pop business. It's shit. But it's true. Madonna was the only one who was still revered in her 50s, but now she's also laughed at.

[@adinamanolache51]

And that is how you know storytellers are drawn to each other. The creator of this video is an innate syoryteller that understands how they work and that relatability is not what connects people but meaningful accounts of each others experiences. Thank you for that. I really wish I were friends. Take care.

[@yukizhao815]

I love that you made a continuation! I cannot emphasize the sheer amount of times I have watched the previous video essay and I expect I will be frequently repeating this video too. Thank you for taking the time for making this amazing piece of work!

[@pancitoconpaltar]

Your video essays give me life!

[@catlvrzz]

oh my god i’ve just binged your videos for hours and your way of storytelling is so researched and cohesive it’s extremely insightful and relaxing for someone who enjoys art and the meaning behind it. it feels like i don’t have enough time to dig into things like these even though i’d love to spend my entire life exploring the depths of different art pieces- so listening to you is like reinstating purpose in my life lmao i know this is dramatic but i love your channel ❤

[@QualityCulture]

Wow this is such a nice comment! thank you so much, glad we could bring you some joy 😊

[@catlvrzz]

@@QualityCulture of course! thank you for the quality content

[@susanpomroy9314]

You do such a quality job in elaborating on her storytelling - I always enjoy watching your videos, but the ones about Taylor in particular since so many people still write her off as being a revengeful, spiteful songwriter rather than an emotional and talented one ✨🧣🌙

[@KevinLoganShim]

Absolutely love the effort that goes into these videos, the storytelling combined with the extremely informative and insightful material makes for an incredible video and not at all surprised that your previous video on Taylor at nearly at a million views! Keep it up!!

[@mm61777]

Hey! I just wanted to say that I ABSOLUTELY love your videos!! You explain everything really good and I enjoy a lot watching your videos. I am a super fan of Taylor Swift and I love learning with your videos a lot more about her and her evolution not only as a songwriter but as a person. Thanks for doings these videos!

[@jlugoholt]

You've done a magnificent essay about Taylor Swift, I must say! I love the tone of your voice and the way you say every word. About Taylor Swift, she is a Phoenix, from Ashes in Reputation she is growing from growth now, and you can tell from her rerecording, which is amazing. She has taught to her and the rest of the generations how to deal with what hurt you or tried to destroy your life and heal and move on.

[@courtneychristoff3720]

I have watched part one and I am just about to get into this one, but before I do, I just wanted to say you have a real and beautiful talent for storytelling. Thank you for doing Taylor justice in the last video and I hope again in this one :)

[@sebastong939]

i cannot believe this video is free immaculate video essay

[@gracehannigan158]

You truly are one of my favorite creators on here. Everything you put out is amazing!!

[@Daydreamingmoments]

Looooved your essay!

[@kindlyoffer1350]

Watching this after Taylor released Midnight. And yeah, now she's back.

[@JoshRazauskas]

I just watched both of your essays back to back and you have done all of us Swifties very proud! Incredible job man! 🙌🏻 To answer your question if I have to pick just one of the re-recordings which is so hard to do because I love everything it’s definitely All Too Well. It was my favorite before the 10 minute version of all of her songs and the 10 minute version just makes it even better!

[@mijxxbytry9141]

WE NEED Midnights and 1989 Taylor's Version NERRATIVE!!!

[@mijxxbytry9141]

AND OFCOURSE SPEAK NOW TOO???

[@act.of.whimsy]

These video essays are absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@BluDolls]

Someone’s really Special when you keep falling in love with them over and over. That’s Taylor for me. She is Iconic. Legend. Multi-talented

[@ThomasEggleton]

Please do a part 3 of The Carefully Crafted Narrative of Taylor Swift at the end of this year! Or after the all the recordings have released! I would love to hear a discussion about, the Midnights leadup/release, The Eras Tour, Speak Now & 1989 Tv, TTPD and overall the GLOBAL IMPACT of Taylor Swift.

[@juliakatmusic]

Fantastic video essays!! I can't wait for Part 3 ;)

[@verityjamieson3667]

Fifteen TV literally sent me to space, it took me out, buried me 13 feet under, dug me up again, set me on fire and then danced on the ashes. Literally felt my soul leave my body

[@m.g.m.6408]

I can't believe I've known of Taylor Swift all my adolescence and just now, with the 10 min version of All Too Well, have really discovered her. Thank you for your videos, they're giving me a much needed context to appreciate her art at its fullest 🧡

[@abulkhairjamel5483]

I just really love this video content. Period.

[@RIPmichael22]

You make fantastic videos, really well educated, well spoken and informative, I subscribed xx

[@ninjamatt2164]

The funny thing is, this may as well be a long series, and I’m here for the ride lol 😊❤✨

[@blueredyellow9]

i love this and i've watched the first part like a hundred times and i love how beautiful your writing is and everything else in between. thank you for sharing your point of view and i hope that a lot of people watch this so they get to see what she's been through and been going through that is from the inside and not what the media has portrayed on her. have a great life my friend!

[@alyssapinto165]

This video made me cry 😢

[@tessenjutsu97]

why does your video essays about taylor make me cry? 🥺

[@starpasta]

Went back and watched Part I again as a refresher before watching this one, and I loved both! I have loved Taylor Swift's music since I was a preteen, and now I am in my late twenties. I always enjoy a good deep dive into her work, so thank you for making these! Also, I have been enjoying the re-recordings as well. You get to see how much her voice has matured, and I have noticed the sound quality is better. It's subtle, but I can definitely tell which one is the old recording and which one is the new one.

[@archie8709]

This video is so well done omg I was waiting for the sequel. It's amazing. Taylor Swift is amazing. Her story telling , her cinematography EVERYTHING. And you sir, made such a beautiful video essay tooo.

[@bkm2797]

Great job! Again, the storyline was just right, and all I can say is you have an excellent skill set, hope you keep true to your gifts.

[@BrieFee]

I always enjoyed listening to her music but folkmore and evermore made me a swiftie. i‘m fascinated with her work and i find myself searching up her old MVs and I started to listen to her whole discography. Seeing videos like this one in my recommendation are a really good guidance. thank you! let’s get into the RED season. 🧡🧣🍂🍁💋

[@msgarciamayorca]

Same! Up until recently thr name Taylor Swift made me go like 🤷🏻‍♀️, but it took folklore and Evermore for me to LISTEN to her and I’ve been obsessed ever since. Swifties were right all along 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Sandrinarhonda]

@@msgarciamayorca her old country music is amazing but folklore wasn’t for me

[@nerdalysis]

Love seeing you dive into the artistry of Taylor Swift. Watching your videos has been a fun way for me to look back on her career and also appreciate where she’s headed. Thanks for the great content!

[@juliettezyg6653]

such an awesome analysis video!! i love watching the ones you make!

[@searbear9238]

This was fantastic you’re awesome

[@knongknongs]

I love hearing your take on what Taylor’s doing. Such a calming and insightful video :)

[@sunalshalchi3547]

I absolutely love your videos and how you choose the words to describe the art and artists I enjoyed this so much thank you

[@sarahc9068]

The way you ended this was beautiful!

[@jemluvette]

Thank God I saw that link to a part 2🙏 . I loved your videos on Taylor. So excellent. I personally am loving Nothing New from the vault ft Phoebe Bridges.

[@spencerhastings3652]

thank you so much for these well-crafted videos, this one just came out right on time!😊

[@msgarciamayorca]

This is an AMAZING, thorough, clear analysis. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@mumzi07]

You are so talented!! I wish you all the best!!!

[@anushka3668]

i know you from twt lol

[@mumzi07]

@@anushka3668 what 😂😂😂

[@katlynnstryker5707]

All right my friend, its been over a year and plenty has happened, let gets a part 3! ❤

[@manaash4316]

Such a well done video. 👏

[@mamoru1836]

Again, amazing essay. Thank you

[@Archer0113]

Great video! You really have a way with words that makes your videos very interesting.

[@teddyfurstman1997]

Taylor's rerecordings are perfect and are better than the stolen versions on Streaming. She's come full circle as an artist and as a person. Taylor Swift when full Radiohead and I love it.

[@gerson_collins]

*Thank you so much for this! This is so informative.*

[@apple8464]

I hope Taylor sees your video about her, and you get to meet her in person. You are as wonderful a storyteller as she is, and I would love for you to experience meeting her in real life. All the best to you.

[@vanessabutera4385]

Beautiful work in this video essay. Great job! 🔮

[@sadiksha7387]

Thank you so much for the video! Such a beautiful portrayal of our favorite artist, Taylor Swift.

[@etherealedits]

this was SO good

[@anaisf718]

Okay but now that she’s released 3 more albums since this video… part 3? 👀

[@alwaysreading]

who's here while waiting for midnights

[@Akristinaaa]

I use these videos to educate the guys I date. You're doing Gods work tbh.

[@Marxnchill]

What a beautiful and insightful video. Thank you. I got goosebumps! I hope she sees this! Also weirdly girl at home is a new fave when I always hated that song

[@markedinmakeup5335]

I love your voice, is very calming 💗

[@Ingrid-st1bg]

God, this video was fantastic. Literally crying here

[@kenmojica]

Very good video essay. I love it. Inspiring.

[@jhariette]

Proud of Taylor!!!!

[@loulicious5882]

Do for midnights too pls

[@debishvebishwish4839]

I have a feeling that she will keep Better Than Revenge as it is now, but will assure us that she have changed since then, and doesnt have the same view. Its like owning up to your mistakes when your fans found your old messed tweets.

[@valesfm]

You made me cry today!

[@lippu580]

not me crying multiple times throughout the video 😭😭😭😭

[@velcro-is-a-rip-off]

I'm a 37 yr old lady, and I think of Taylor as lovely and talented, despite not being my taste nor seemingly profound. Your videos on her, despite a disconnect between myself and their topics, are more enthralling and insightful than she, to me. Well done.