Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department, is already making waves, and fans have spotted an exciting reference in the lyrics of one of her new songs. Indie singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus, known for her work with boygenius alongside Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker, has confirmed that she is the “Lucy” mentioned in a lyric from the highly anticipated album.
In an exclusive interview, Dacus responded to speculation that a lyric from The Tortured Poets Department name-dropped her. “Yes, it’s about me,” Dacus revealed, acknowledging the surprising connection to Swift’s music. While she didn’t disclose further details about how the reference came to be, she expressed admiration for Swift’s artistry and songwriting.
Fans have been dissecting every hint about The Tortured Poets Department since Swift announced the album at the 2024 Grammys. With its literary-inspired title and rumored introspective themes, speculation is high about the album’s lyrical content and the influences behind it. The reference to Lucy Dacus adds another layer to the intrigue, linking Swift’s pop-driven storytelling with the indie-folk world.
Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department is set for release on April 19, 2024, and anticipation continues to grow as fans await more clues about its themes and lyrical inspirations. The crossover between mainstream pop and indie music with this unexpected name-drop has sparked discussions about Swift’s evolving musical influences and storytelling style.
As the release date approaches, fans are eager to see what other surprises The Tortured Poets Department holds. Will there be more nods to indie artists? Could Swift’s collaboration with boygenius be on the horizon? One thing is certain—Taylor Swift’s ability to weave connections across the music industry keeps listeners engaged and endlessly speculating.
