Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” has fans buzzing over its lyrics seemingly inspired by her ex-boyfriend, Joe Alwyn. One track in particular, “So Long, London,” appears to reflect their time together in the city.
Interestingly, the album title may be a playful reference to a group chat that Alwyn had with actors Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott, known as “The Tortured Man Club.” Alwyn and Mescal even discussed the group chat in a recent interview with Variety, adding fuel to the speculation.
Swift made the surprise announcement of the album during the Grammy Awards, later unveiling its black and white cover on Instagram. While Alwyn has remained tight-lipped about their relationship post-split, he previously collaborated with Swift under the name “William Bowery.”
Fans of the couple will recognize past hits like “Delicate,” “Gorgeous,” and “Call It What You Want” as love songs dedicated to Alwyn. Now, tracks on “The Tortured Poets Department” appear to delve into the ups and downs of their relationship, touching on themes of love, resentment, and heartbreak.
“The Manuscript” hints at a conclusion to their romance, while “Down Bad” showcases Swift’s raw emotions following their break-up. With fans eagerly dissecting each lyric for clues, it seems like Swift has once again turned her personal life into art with this deeply introspective album.
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