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Taylor Swift Fuels “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” Speculation With Snake Necklace at iHeartRadio Music Awards
Taylor Swift, ever the master of the Easter egg, sent fans into a frenzy Monday night after a pre-recorded appearance at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. While accepting the “Tour of the Century” award for her record-breaking Eras Tour, Swift sported a simple yet striking gold snake necklace. For Swifties, the symbolism was unmistakable: the snake is the emblem of Swift’s 2017 album, “Reputation.”
The appearance immediately sparked speculation on social media that “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” is imminent. The re-recording of Swift’s first six albums has been an ongoing project, with four already released.
“Reputation” is one of the two remaining albums yet to be re-recorded. The necklace, strikingly similar to one worn in the “Look What You Made Me Do” music video, further fueled the theory.
Swift herself has acknowledged her penchant for dropping clues via her wardrobe, stating in a past interview that jewelry is one of her favorite places to hide Easter eggs.
While the snake necklace certainly points towards a “Reputation” re-release, it could also simply be Swift maintaining her connection with fans. Following the conclusion of the Eras Tour, Swift has maintained a lower public profile. The lack of new music announcements coupled with the extended social media silence has left Swifties hungry for any hint of what’s to come.
The snake necklace allows Swift to remain in the conversation, even without releasing new music. It’s a testament to her business acumen and her unique ability to generate buzz with the smallest of gestures. Whether a calculated hint or a simple fashion choice, one thing is certain: Taylor Swift knows how to keep her fans guessing.