I don’t get it. Her music is sometimes catchy but otherwise unremarkable, from the songs I’ve heard. How does she break all these records and accumulate so much fame and wealth?

She’s pretty, but a lot of singer songwriters are, especially those with makeup and costume people, a support staff.

Is there something else to her that people like?

I’m confused about what makes her so apparently uniquel or phenomenal.

  • 1984@lemmy.today
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    7 months ago

    I admit I haven’t listed her very much. I will give it another try. What album should I start with?

    • MirthfulAlembic@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      7 months ago

      It really depends on your taste. If you enjoy pop, 1989 is a good entree. If you enjoy moodier stuff, folklore is not a bad choice. If you enjoy country, try Fearless. You could also just sample some hits and, when you find one that’s ok, try the album it’s on. If you really want to run the gamut, going in chronological order is a good way to see the evolution of her sound and songwriting. The Taylor’s Version albums are worth listening to instead of the originals, though you can skip the bonus tracks if you’re not a huge fan.

      That being said, you could justifiably come out on the other side still not liking her stuff. But I hope you’d at least have an appreciation for the artistry.

      • 1984@lemmy.today
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        7 months ago

        Ok I listened to 1989. A few songs were actually good. Catchy, great for car.

        Ok she isn’t as awful as I though. Thank you.