The Life of a Showgirl was destined for death

Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl": A Divisive Album

Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl", has faced criticism and angst despite its commercial success. The album has set records for the most physical copies sold in a week in the US and UK, and the most-streamed album and song in a single day on Spotify.

By Felix Glanville, Film & TV Editor.

What went wrong for the generational pop star — and is it all fairly deserved?

Author's summary: Taylor Swift's album sparks controversy despite success.

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Epigram Epigram — 2025-10-15