Another landmark in the music industry as Taylor Swift unveils her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD) that tells tales of heartbreaks and newfound love.
The Tortured Poets Department: A Double Album
The Grammy Award-winning singer released TTPD on Friday, April 19. The double album, which had additional tracks revealed two hours after the initial release, draws inspiration from significant events in Swift's personal life, including breakups and a budding romance.
Record-Breaking Album on Spotify
The new album has not only found favor among fans but also created a milestone on Spotify. TTPD registered over 300 million streams in a day, making it the first LP to achieve this feat. It surpassed the records set by Beyoncé and Ariana Grande to become the most-streamed album for a single day in 2024. Among the tracks, “Fortnight (featuring Post Malone)” stood out as the most-streamed song in a day.
Swift: Spotify’s Most Streamed Artist
Notably, Swift holds the top three records for the most-streamed albums in a single day on Spotify, strengthening her position as the platform's most-streamed artist in one day. Her albums Midnights from 2022 and 1989 (Taylor's Version) from 2023 follow TTPD on the list.
A Deep Dive into Personal Relationships
TTPD takes listeners on a journey through Swift's personal life. It narrates the story of her breakups with Joe Alwyn and Matty Healy. Furthermore, it includes songs like “thanK you aIMee” and “Cassandra”, aimed at addressing her feud with Kim Kardashian. Love is also in the air as Swift chronicles her relationship with her current boyfriend, Travis Kelce, in songs “The Alchemy” and “So High School”.
Swift’s Love Story with Travis Kelce
The romance between Swift and Travis Kelce started when Kelce gifted her a DIY friendship bracelet during one of her concerts. This small act made a big impression, leading Swift to reach out to him after he shared the story on his podcast. Their relationship has since blossomed and influenced Swift's latest music.