Taylor Swift’s Surprise Double Album: The Tortured Poets Department with 31 Songs

Taylor Swift surprised fans with a double album release titled “The Tortured Poets Department,” featuring a total of 31 songs. The announcement came at 2 am Eastern time, with Swift revealing an additional 15 songs to accompany the 16 already expected. The singer shared the news on Instagram, expressing her desire to share all the “tortured poetry” she had written over the past two years with her fans.

The first single off the album, titled “Fortnight,” features rapper Post Malone and was released the day before the big album reveal. Swift praised Post Malone for his musical talent and expressed excitement for fans to hear the song and watch the accompanying video.

This marks Swift’s 11th studio album, and she has offered multiple special editions for pre-sale, each containing a different bonus track. Fans who view themselves as collectors may need to purchase the album multiple times to collect all the bonus tracks, as they are not available for individual purchase.

While some fans have expressed disappointment at the prospect of buying multiple versions of the album for one new song, others have defended Swift’s business decisions. The album is available in both digital and physical formats, with various editions containing different bonus tracks. The complexity of the release has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some comparing it to similar strategies used by other artists like Olivia Rodrigo.

Overall, Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” has generated buzz and anticipation among fans, showcasing the singer’s creativity and dedication to her craft.