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Taylor Swift Unveils 'The Tortured Poets Department' as a Double Album

The pop star surprises fans with an additional 15 songs in a secret second installment released at 2 A.M.

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Taylor Swift's "I Can Do it With a Broken Heart" is one of the standout tracks on her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department." (Credit: Beth Garrabrant)

Overview

  • Taylor Swift released her 11th studio album, 'The Tortured Poets Department,' which she revealed as a double album with a total of 31 tracks.
  • The album includes deeply personal themes of heartbreak and self-reflection, drawing on her recent breakups and public scrutiny.
  • Critics praise the album's emotional depth and lyrical complexity, though some note its length and lack of mainstream hits.
  • Swift's release strategy included a series of cryptic clues and a surprise announcement, engaging her fanbase's penchant for decoding her hints.
  • The album's narrative explores the pain of failed relationships and the cathartic process of artistic expression.