Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department Lyrics & Tracklist
"The Tortured Poets Department," Taylor Swift's eleventh studio album, debuted on April 19, 2024, under Republic Records. Collaborating with Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner, Swift crafted a collection that she described as her "lifeline" album, marking a profound exploration of songwriting following her acclaimed "Midnights" release in 2022. Swift unveiled the album during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards in February 2024, following her win for Best Pop Vocal Album with "Midnights." The genesis of "The Tortured Poets Department" began shortly after wrapping up work on its predecessor, with Swift refining her vision throughout her Eras Tour from 2023 to 2024.
Comprising sixteen tracks, the album features notable collaborations with Post Malone and Florence and the Machine. Malone joins Swift on the lead single "Fortnight," while Florence Welch of Florence and the Machine lends her vocals to "Florida!!!" The release also includes a surprise double album edition titled "The Anthology," featuring fifteen additional tracks, with four shared across physical editions.
Billboard speculated that the album mirrors the five stages of grief, a concept attributed to psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross. Critics have categorized "The Tortured Poets Department" as primarily pop rock and synth-pop, with Ann Powers of NPR noting its blend of rap-like verses, expansive choruses, piano interludes, and lush synth arrangements. Will Hodgkinson of The Times further described it as a fusion of synth-pop, 1980s power ballads, and the emotive essence of Stevie Nicks.
In essence, "The Tortured Poets Department" stands as a testament to Swift's evolution as an artist, weaving together diverse musical influences with introspective lyricism to create a deeply resonant work that explores themes of emotional vulnerability and resilience. Below you can find a to z all track details, with lyrics and videos.
The Tortured Poets Department Album Tracklist
- 1.
But Daddy I Love Him
- 2.
Cassandra
- 3.
Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus
- 4.
Clara Bow
- 5.
Down Bad
- 6.
Florida!!! ft. Florence + the Machine
- 7.
Fortnight ft. Post Malone
- 8.
Fresh Out the Slammer
- 9.
Guilty as Sin?
- 10.
How Did It End?
- 11.
I Can Do It With A Broken Heart
- 12.
I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)
- 13.
I Hate It Here
- 14.
I Look in People’s Windows
- 15.
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- 16.
LOML
- 17.
My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys
- 18.
Peter
- 19.
Robin
- 20.
So High School
Last Update: April 19, 2024
The Tortured Poets Department album cover
Cast & Crew
- Artist/Band
- Taylor Swift
- Featuring
- Florence + the Machine & Post Malone
- Release Date
- April 19, 2024
- Producer(s)
- Aaron Dessner, Jack Antonoff & Taylor Swift
- Writer(s)
- Aaron Dessner, Florence Welch, Jack Antonoff, Post Malone & Taylor Swift