After more than two years of re-recordings, Taylor Swift released, last Friday (27), the album “1989 (Taylor’s Version)”. The album, which was originally released in 2014, marked the singer's transition from country to pop and became one of the best-selling in music history.
The new version of the album has 20 tracks, 13 of which are original and 7 are new. Among the new tracks are “This Love (Taylor’s Version)”, which had already been released as a single, and “Babe (Taylor’s Version)” , a partnership with Sugarland.
The album was received with positive reviews from the specialized press. The website Pitchfork, for example, gave the album an 8.5 rating, highlighting the “powerful voice” by Taylor Swift and the “impeccable production”.
The release of “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is another step in Taylor Swift's journey to regain control of her discography. In 2019, the singer was surprised by the purchase of her previous record label, Big Machine Records, by businessman Scooter Braun. Braun, who is known for his aggressive business style, and who has been criticized by Taylor Swift in the past.
In response, Taylor Swift announced that she would re-record her first six albums. To date, she has released re-recordings of “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)”, “Red (Taylor’s Version)”, and “ ;Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” which were also well received by the public and critics.
“1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is an important album for Taylor Swift and the music industry, as it marked the singer's transition from the country genre to the pop genre. Furthermore, the album shows that the singer is determined to recover her legacy and control her career.
Track Analysis 1989 (Taylor’s Version)
The original tracks from “1989” they were re-recorded with a bolder and more modern sound. Taylor Swift's voice is also more mature and confident.
Among the most highlighted tracks are:
- “Welcome to New York (Taylor’s Version)”: The album's opening track is an anthem to New York City. The new version is more vibrant and energetic.
- “Blank Space (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop-rock track is one of the most famous in Taylor Swift's career. The new facet of the song is more sophisticated and elegant.
- “Style (Taylor’s Version)”: The dance-pop track is one of the most danceable on the album. The new version of the song has a more powerful harmony, which contributed to critics considering the song as “sensual”.
- “Shake It Off (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop track is one of Taylor Swift's biggest (if not the biggest) hits. The new version of the hit managed to become even more fun and contagious than the original.
- “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop-rap track is a controversial track about a fight between Taylor Swift and another artist. The new version is more aggressive and forceful.
The unreleased tracks from 1989 (Taylor’s Version)
The unreleased tracks from “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” they are a gift for the fans. The songs are well written and produced, and show a more personal side of Taylor Swift.
Among the most notable new tracks are:
- “This Love (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop-rock track is a fan favorite. The new version of the track is more exciting and catchy.
- “Babe (Taylor’s Version)”: The partnership with Sugarland is a country-pop track. The new version is more mature and elegant.
- “Forever and Always (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop track is an anthem about lost love. The new version became more melancholic and with greater poignancy than the original.
- “We Were Happy (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop-rock track is a track about a relationship that ended. The new version gained a more hopeful and positive side.
- “You Need to Calm Down (Taylor’s Version)”: The pop track became an anthem about acceptance and tolerance. The new song has greater impact, as it has a more powerful and affirmative harmony.
Reflection on the album 1989 (Taylor’s Version)
The album 1989 is a must-see for Taylor Swift fans. The album is a masterpiece that confirms the singer's status as one of today's greatest artists.
The album is a commercial and critical success. In just one week, it has sold more than 1 million copies in the United States. The album also debuted at the top of the charts around the world.
“1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is more than just an album of re-recordings. It's an album that represents a new era for Taylor Swift.
The singer is more mature and confident, and her music reflects this. The original tracks from “1989” were re-recorded with a bolder, more modern sound, and the new tracks show a more personal side of Taylor Swift.
The album is a commercial and critical success, 1989 (Taylor's Version)' ; It will go down in music history. It is a testament to the power and longevity of your strength and determination. In addition to being a gift for Taylor Swift fans, it is proof that the singer is at the height of her talent.
The album's impact on the music industry.The release of “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is a milestone in the music industry. The album shows that artists have the power to regain control of their discography, even after they have signed record deals.
Conclusion
“1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is an album that will become a pop music classic. The album is a masterpiece that confirms Taylor Swift's status as one of the greatest artists of today.
What reinforces her unparalleled potential is the fact that the singer moved billions in 2023 with her world tour, mainly boosting the production network for her music, travel and tourism, in addition, of course, to events and entertainment for where he spent his season.
Thus, Taylor Swift, every day, reaffirms all her power once again.
