Taylor Swift recently released 1989 (Taylor’s Version), and it’s a hit!

I interviewed two people on their thoughts about the album: One person said, “I absolutely love 1989 (Taylor’s Version)! The differences in her songs are subtle but definitely noticeable. And the vault songs are amazing!” Another person said, “I love her new album! Is It Over Now? and Say Don’t Go are definitely in my favorites.”

In 2005, at 15, Taylor Swift signed a 13-year deal with Big Machine Records, recording six albums. When Scooter Braun bought Big Machine, Swift lost licensing to those albums. A contract clause allowed her to re-record after five years, leading to “Taylor’s Version.” She releases songs “from the vault” with these recordings. “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” gives her rights to eight of ten albums.

The re-record of “1989” received mixed reviews. Fans missed emotion in hits like “Bad Blood” and “Blank Space.” Some songs had slight changes, like “Style,” reflecting Taylor’s growth since 2014.

However, Taylor’s vocals were praised in songs like “How You Get The Girl” and “Out of the Woods,” surpassing the originals. Some songs, like “This Love,” “All You Had To Do Was Stay,” and “Shake It Off,” had minimal changes.

New vault tracks like “Say Don’t Go,” “Now That We Don’t Talk,” “Suburban Legends,” and “Is It Over Now?” showcased her songwriting and singing skills.

On her journey to reclaim her music, Taylor’s honesty shines. Vault tracks and re-records show growth. With “Reputation” and her self-titled album left, her music will be solely hers. Taylor Swift remains a top pop singer, and “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” cements this status.