Swifties are not pleased with A$AP Rocky's new song 'Tailor Swif'

Fans are accusing the rapper of using Taylor Swift’s name to promote himself.


Pop Culture & Art September 02, 2024
Courtesy: @asaprocky; @taylorswift on Instagram

Taylor Swift’s fans are not thrilled about A$AP Rocky’s latest song, titled ‘Tailor Swif.’ 

The track’s title, which seemingly references the pop superstar, has divided opinions online, with Swifties particularly vocal about their concerns.

Following in the footsteps of Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and Scooter Braun, A$AP Rocky is now the latest in a line of celebrities to invoke Swift’s name. 

This move has not gone unnoticed by her dedicated fanbase, who have taken to X to express their displeasure.

One fan voiced their frustration, stating, “HE TRYNA STAY RELEVANT BY BEEFING WITH TAYLOR.” Another echoed the sentiment, commenting, “A hobby is needed ASAP…this obsession with Taylor Swift is weird.” 

The reactions highlight a growing weariness among fans over what they see as the continued use of Swift's name for clout.

While some fans are intrigued by the song’s content, with one noting, “I wonder what the song is about,” the majority seem unsettled by the recurring pattern of male artists seemingly taking advantage of Swift’s fame. 

One fan remarked on X, “What in the scooter Braun and Kanye West is this?” demonstrating how the song appears to have reignited discussions around her ongoing feuds with industry figures like Scooter Braun and Kanye West.

When Taylor Swift left Big Machine Records, Scooter Braun gained control over her first six albums, a move Swift publicly opposed. This dispute led her to re-record and release ‘Taylor’s Version’ of her albums, distancing herself from Braun’s control.

The feud between Swift and Braun remains unresolved, and Swift even documented it in the HBO Max film ‘Taylor Swift vs. Scooter Braun: Bad Blood.’

Kanye West, too, has a history of mentioning Swift, starting with his infamous interruption at the 2009 VMAs and later in his song ‘Famous,’ where he referred to her in derogatory terms.

Although West’s then-wife, Kim Kardashian, released a recording of Swift allegedly consenting to the lyrics, the authenticity of the recording has been questioned, leading to further controversy.

Most recently, West referenced both Swift and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, in his latest song, 'Lifestyle (Demo).'

As Swift’s name is once again thrust into the spotlight, her fans are left wondering if this is yet another attempt to capitalize on her success.

 

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