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Taylor Swift's 'The Life of a Showgirl' Nears Oct. 3 Release With Reported Spotify Presave Record

Reports point to a George Michael homage via an interpolation.

Overview

  • The Life of a Showgirl arrives on October 3 as Taylor Swift's twelfth studio album.
  • Spotify pre-saves have reportedly topped 5 million, setting a new platform record ahead of release.
  • Swift announced a Target-only Summertime Spritz pink shimmer vinyl, with select stores opening at midnight on October 3.
  • A new promotional video highlights a showgirl-cabaret aesthetic with Old Hollywood glamor and burlesque cues.
  • Multiple outlets report a track titled Father Figure that pays tribute to George Michael via interpolation, with Kenny Goss saying Michael would have appreciated the nod.