Taylor Swift recently released her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” and has been receiving positive reviews from critics. The pop star took to Instagram to share and celebrate these reviews, even naming the critics in her posts. This move came after Paste Magazine decided to remove the byline of one of their critics due to safety concerns stemming from threats of violence from readers in response to a negative review of Swift’s previous album, “Lover.”
Despite the positive reception of “The Tortured Poets Department,” there have been some negative reviews as well. A critic from Paste Magazine, who remained anonymous due to security concerns, called Swift’s lyrics the worst to date and questioned her status as “songwriter of the century.” The negative review attributed the criticism to “Paste Staff” instead of naming the specific reviewer. The album’s first single, “Fortnight,” was also criticized for featuring Post Malone as an “out-of-place guest performer” and being too opaque in its delivery.
Swift’s album, “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology,” broke Spotify records by receiving more than 300 million streams in just one day. The album features 31 tracks that have made headlines for their references to exes Joe Alwyn and Matty Healy, as well as longtime rival Kim Kardashian. Despite the success of the album and positive reviews, Swift has faced challenges with critics who have chosen to remain anonymous due to safety concerns.
Some critics praised Swift’s album as “irresistible” and even gave it five-star reviews. Swift’s reaction to positive reviews included sharing the reviewers’ names on social media and responding with lyrics from her songs. Rolling Stone’s review titled “Come for the Torture, Stay for the Poetry” was one of the positive reviews that Swift celebrated on Instagram. The singer shared lyrics from her songs in response to critics’ reviews, showing her appreciation for their support and recognition of her work.
In response to the negative feedback, Swift took action to address the safety concerns of critics by sharing their names and positive reviews on social media. The singer’s efforts to acknowledge and celebrate positive reviews while also addressing the challenges faced by critics who fear for their safety shows her dedication to supporting and showcasing the work of writers, despite the potential risks involved. Despite some negative reviews, “The Tortured Poets Department” has gained widespread acclaim and success, setting records and making headlines for its powerful and emotional content.
