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If there is one thing I love, it’s music. In fact, I think Spotify just might be my most frequented app. Whether it’s going to concerts or buying vinyls to add to my record collection, there is no denying that music is a pillar of my life. Be it morning, day, or night, you can almost always find me with a speaker, headphones and a playlist nearby. 

I think all of my friends can agree that album release parties are one of my favorite ways to get together with the people I love and bond over the joys of new music. Waiting up until 11 p.m. CST always excites me and I love being one of the first few thousand people to listen to a song.

My favorite genres of music include country, pop, rock, folk and endless more that would take forever to list. Though I believe my music taste has quite a range, pop will forever and always be my absolute favorite. And who else is the Queen of Pop other than Miss Taylor Swift herself? Taylor has been my favorite artist for as long as I can remember, and I am thrilled whenever she comes out with new releases. To celebrate the re-release of 1989 (Taylor’s Version), I am here today to give you my current top song off of all her albums, though truthfully, it is constantly changing.

Note: I am aware that I will also have to give a finalized update once Taylor’s Version of Debut and Reputation are released because as I’ve mentioned, it’s always subject to change on a daily basis.

Before I begin, if you are wondering about my credentials, I have been a Swiftie since the original release of Fearless in 2008 when I first heard Love Story on my cousin’s radio. I also have been incredibly lucky to attend two of her concerts. Firstly, 1989 in 2015 and most recently, The Eras Tour this past summer in 2023. If you ever get the chance to attend one of her concerts, don’t miss out because she is an AMAZING performer.

I hope my favorite songs from her albums inspire you to listen to new things and connect with your favorite artist. Thanks for following along and happy listening!

  1. Debut – Tied Together With a Smile (Track 7)
  2. Fearless (Taylor’s Version) – Come in With the Rain (Track 17)
  3. Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) – When Emma Falls in Love (Track 18)
  4. Red (Taylor’s Version) – All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Track 30)
  5. 1989 (Taylor’s Version) – Is It Over Now? (Track 21)
  6. Reputation – I Did Something Bad (Track 3)
  7. Lover – Afterglow (Track 15)
  8. Folklore – Peace (Track 16)
  9. Evermore – Evermore feat. Bon Iver (Track 15)
  10. Midnights – You’re On Your Own, Kid (Track 5)
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Lauren Reidy

Illinois '25

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a Junior majoring in Communication with minors in both Business and Public Relations at The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I am from Chicago, IL and joined Her Campus my first semester of college to find a group of passionate and empowering women to surround myself with. I love reading books, writing, listening to Taylor Swift, drinking coffee, and taking group fitness classes. I'm so excited that you are on this journey with me, thanks for following along!