Taylor Nation: A Swift Discography Journey

Look, you know it. I know it. We all know it.

It's Taylor Swift's world and we're just living in it. 

She's our fave anti-hero, mastermind and Time's Person of the Year 2023. From country sweetheart to pop sensation, Taylor has blessed us with hit after hit. What better way to celebrate than by collecting her vinyl records? So, let's dive into her records (of course, we're all about Taylor's Versions here!) in order of release, talk about the cultural impact, awards, and of course, the talented folks who helped her create these masterpieces.

1/ 'Taylor Swift' (2006)

Taylor Swift's self-titled album was the OG Swift, dropping like a lyrical bomb on October 24, 2006. This country-infused masterpiece was the birthplace of the Taylor Nation, catapulting her from high school hallways to stardom. The album snagged an Academy of Country Music Award for Album of the Year, and with hit tracks like "Tim McGraw" and "Teardrops on My Guitar," it's no wonder everyone was wondering, "Who's that girl?" 

2/ 'reputation' (2017)

'reputation' dropped like a glittery sledgehammer on November 10, 2017, and Taylor Swift unleashed her inner edgy superhero. This album was like her musical middle finger to the haters, proving she could own her controversies. It earned her a GRAMMY Award for Best Pop Vocal Album and featured hits like "Look What You Made Me Do" and "End Game," the latter featuring Ed Sheeran and Future. 

3/ 'Lover' (2019)

'Lover' – Taylor Swift's album that dropped on August 23, 2019, was like a pastel-colored love letter to our hearts. It made us all believers in romance again and had us humming to tracks like "Lover" and "You Need To Calm Down." While it didn't snatch a GRAMMY, it stole our hearts and proved that love was indeed a worthwhile battlefield. 

4/ 'folklore' (2020)

'folklore', Taylor Swift's surprise drop on July 24, 2020, was like a cozy musical hug during a chaotic year. It marked her transition to indie folk and scooped up the GRAMMY for Album of the Year. Tracks like "cardigan" and "exile" (featuring Bon Iver) had us all feeling like we were in the middle of a mysterious forest adventure.

5/ 'evermore' (2020)

'evermore', the surprise sequel that dropped on December 11, 2020, was like the second cup of hot cocoa on a winter's day - comforting, warm, and equally delicious. It kept us enchanted with tracks like "willow" and "no body, no crime" (featuring HAIM), proving that Taylor Swift's storytelling magic had no end. It was the ultimate cozy cabin soundtrack for our souls.

6/ 'Fearless (Taylor's Version)' (2021)

"Fearless (Taylor's Version)" was like a time-traveling gift from Taylor Swift to her fans, dropping on April 9, 2021. It redefined nostalgia and gave us an even richer taste of her country-pop roots. It reminded us why we fell in love with tracks like "Love Story" and "You Belong with Me" in the first place.  

7/ 'Red (Taylor's Version)' (2021)

Okay, you know this one all too well. 'Red (Taylor's Version)' dropped like a time-traveling mic drop on November 12, 2021. It's like a vintage wine – getting better with age. A nostalgic rollercoaster through the feels – it reminded us why "All Too Well" is the breakup anthem to end all breakup anthems and why 'Red' still makes our hearts race. 

8/ 'Midnights' (2022)

'Midnights' is the 10th album from the undisputed "Anti-Hero". In 2022, she did what no one thought possible, taking out all ten spots on the Billboard Charts' Hot 100 like it was her personal party playlist. This album, met with a reception hotter than a Texas summer, was cooked up with the help of heavyweights like the multi-GRAMMY-wizard Jack Antonoff, Sounwave, Keanu Beats, Jahaan Sweet, and more. It's a collection of tunes forged in the fires of midnight creativity, taking us on a wild ride through the depths of Taylor's insomnia-induced adventures. 

9/ 'Speak Now (Taylor's Version)' (2023)

"Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" burst back onto the scene like a boss on July 7, 2023, reminding us why Taylor Swift rules the pop kingdom. It transported us back to the era when Taylor was the queen of unfiltered storytelling with reimagined versions of her hits like "Mine" and "Back to December" – reminding us why Taylor's lyrical prowess has been unmatched.

10/ '1989 (Taylor's Version)' (2023)

'1989 (Taylor's Version)' was like a pop time capsule that shot us straight back to 2014. This reimagined gem is a genre-spanning sensation, with Taylor giving her own spin to classics like "Style," "Shake It Off," "Out of the Woods," and "Bad Blood." And hold on to your leg warmers, folks, because there are five never-before-heard tracks from The Vault, including the edgy "Slut!" and the soul-stirring "Is It Over Now?" Taylor's calling them insane, and we can't believe they were ever locked away! So, get your dancing shoes ready – when that needle drops, it's time to boogie like it's 1989 all over again.

Alright, Swifties, consider that your backstage pass to the Taylor Swift musical rollercoaster! With chart-toppers, GRAMMY bling, and superstar sidekicks, Taylor's basically the popstar we all wish we could be. And if your vinyl collection doesn't include her yet, seriously, what's the holdup? These musical relics are like a time machine to Taylor's soul, so get that turntable ready to take a wild ride through the Taylorverse! Let's crank up the volume and keep the Taylor party rockin'!

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