Here are some controversial quotes from Taylor Swift
- “She’s not a saint and she’s not what you think, she’s an actress/She’s better known for the things that she does on the mattress.”
This quote is from her song “Better Than Revenge”, which is widely believed to be about actress Camilla Belle, who dated Joe Jonas after he broke up with Swift. The song was accused of slut-shaming and being anti-feminist, as it blamed Belle for stealing Swift’s boyfriend and implied that she had no talent or value other than her sexuality. Swift later expressed regret for writing the song, saying that she was 18 and immature at the time.
- “I’m sorry, the old Taylor can’t come to the phone right now. Why? Oh, ’cause she’s dead!”
This quote is from her song “Look What You Made Me Do”, which marked a dramatic shift in her image and sound. The song was a response to her feuds with Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and Katy Perry, and it showed a darker and more vengeful side of Swift. The quote was seen as a declaration of her reinvention and a rejection of her previous persona. Some fans loved it, while others hated it or found it cringey.
- “There are going to be people along the way who will try to undercut your success or take credit for your accomplishments or your fame.”
This quote is from her acceptance speech for Album of the Year at the 2016 Grammy Awards, where she became the first woman to win the award twice. The quote was widely interpreted as a subtle dig at Kanye West, who had claimed in his song “Famous” that he made Swift famous and that he might still have sex with her. The quote was praised by some as a powerful message for young women, while others criticized it as petty or hypocritical.
- “I’m not going to sit there and say, ‘Oh, I wish I hadn’t gone through that fairy-tale phase where I just wanted to wear princess dresses to awards shows.’ Because I made those choices. I did that.”
This quote is from an interview with Vogue in 2019, where she reflected on her evolution as an artist and a person. The quote showed her acceptance of her past and her willingness to embrace change and growth. However, some people might find it contradictory or revisionist, considering that she had previously defended her fairy-tale phase as part of her identity and vision.
- “I don’t like your little games / Don’t like your tilted stage / The role you made me play / Of the fool / No, I don’t like you.”
This quote is also from “Look What You Made Me Do”, and it is another reference to her feud with Kanye West. The “tilted stage” is a nod to his Saint Pablo Tour, where he performed on a floating platform that tilted over the audience. The “role you made me play” is a hint at how West allegedly manipulated Swift into approving his lyrics about her in “Famous”, only to betray her later by releasing a video of their phone conversation. The quote was seen as a bold and defiant statement by Swift, but also as a petty and childish move by some.
- “I’ve learned that if someone tells you something in confidence when they’re drunk… they will not remember that they told you.”
This quote is from an interview with Elle in 2019, where she shared 30 things she learned before turning 30. The quote was meant to be a humorous and relatable piece of advice, but also a reflection of her experience with fame and gossip. However, some people might find it irresponsible or insensitive, especially when it comes to issues of consent or trust.
- “I’m just gonna shake shake shake shake shake / Shake it off / Shake it off.”
This quote is from her song “Shake It Off”, which was the lead single from her album 1989. The song was a catchy and upbeat anthem of ignoring the haters and critics and having fun. However, some people found it annoying or dismissive, especially when it came to serious matters or valid criticisms.
- “I would very much like to be excluded from this narrative, one that I have never asked to be a part of, since 2009.”
This quote is from her statement on Instagram after Kim Kardashian leaked the phone call between Swift and Kanye West regarding “Famous”. The quote was an attempt by Swift to distance herself from the drama and to defend her reputation. However, some people found it laughable or dishonest, especially when it came to her involvement in the narrative or her reaction to the song.
- “You are somebody that I don’t know / But you’re taking shots at me like it’s Patrón / And I’m just like damn / It’s 7 AM.”
This quote is from her song “You Need to Calm Down”, which was a response to her online haters and trolls. The song was also a support for the LGBTQ community and a call for equality and respect. However, some people found it hypocritical or tone-deaf, especially when it came to her own history of feuds or controversies.
- “I would very much like to be excluded from this narrative, one that I have never asked to be a part of, since 2009.”
This quote is from her statement on Instagram after Kim Kardashian leaked the phone call between Swift and Kanye West regarding “Famous”. The quote was an attempt by Swift to distance herself from the drama and to defend her reputation. However, some people found it laughable or dishonest, especially when it came to her involvement in the narrative or her reaction to the song.
