Taylor Swift Unveils “The Tortured Poets Department” Tracklist: Is Joe Alwyn the Inspiration?

Taylor Swift’s announcement of her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” has ignited a flurry of speculation among her fan base, particularly regarding the inspiration behind the upcoming tracks.

Following the reveal of the album’s evocative song titles on social media, the focus has intensely shifted towards Joe Alwyn, Swift’s ex-boyfriend. Swift’s followers, known as Swifties, have been playfully trolling Alwyn online, suggesting he might want to lay low when the album is released on April 19.

Comments and memes targeting Alwyn have proliferated across social platforms, with fans humorously advising him to “count your days” and speculating about his potential reaction to the album. The anticipation has escalated with fans sharing clips and jokes about Alwyn, with one user jesting about him “entering witness protection” post-release.

Swift, who disclosed her secret album project at the 2024 Grammy Awards, has piqued interest with a 17-track list that includes collaborations with Post Malone and Florence and the Machine. Song titles such as “But Daddy I Love Him” and “I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)” have led fans to conjecture about their connection to Swift’s past relationship with Alwyn.

The intrigue surrounding the album has further intensified with Swift’s new relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end has shared his enthusiasm for Swift’s new music, describing it as “unbelievable.”

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While Swift often draws from her personal experiences for her songwriting, she seldom confirms the exact inspirations behind her music. Nevertheless, the speculation linking “The Tortured Poets Department” to Alwyn remains a hot topic among fans.

As April 19 approaches, Swifties are on the edge of their seats, awaiting what is anticipated to be yet another impactful addition to Taylor Swift’s discography.