In a stunning revelation during the Grammys, Taylor Swift not only thrilled fans with news of her upcoming album, 'The Tortured Poets Department,' but she has now heightened the excitement by unveiling the full tracklist. The surprising inclusion of notable features has sparked anticipation and intrigue among fans. Let's delve into the details of the tracklist and the unexpected collaborations.
Following the Grammy announcement, Swift took to her social media platforms to share the complete tracklist for 'The Tortured Poets Department.' Accompanied by new artwork for the project, the tracklist reveals 16 song titles, along with a bonus track titled “The Manuscript.” Swift's meticulous approach to storytelling is evident in the intriguing names that promise a poetic and musical journey for her audience.
Among the most surprising revelations of the tracklist are the featured artists on two key tracks. 'Fortnight,' the album opener, boasts the collaboration of chart-topping sensation Post Malone, marking the first time these two musical powerhouses have joined forces. Equally unexpected is the presence of Florence + The Machine on the track titled 'Florida!!!' This collaboration introduces a fresh dynamic to Swift's musical repertoire, as neither artist has collaborated with her before, despite mutual admiration.
'The Tortured Poets Department' will be Swift's much-anticipated return to releasing new material since the success of 'Midnights' in October 2022, which secured the coveted Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album at the Grammys. Swift's prolific output also includes the (Taylor's Version) re-recordings of 'Speak Now' and '1989' in 2023, aligning with her career-spanning Eras Tour.