Taylor Swift Drops ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Album For Free, Follows Up With Surprise ‘Anthology’ Version

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Get ready to dive into a musical journey like no other because Taylor Swift has just dropped her highly-anticipated album, “Tortured Poets Department,” and it’s available for streaming right here, right now—completely free of charge! Yes, you read that right! The queen of pop has gifted us with her 11th studio album, and it’s already sending shockwaves through the music industry.

Taylor’s announcement of the album during her Grammy Award acceptance speech back in February sent fans into a frenzy of excitement, and now that the album is finally here, the anticipation has reached fever pitch. With song titles that hint at tales of heartbreak and resilience, Swifties around the world are already concocting elaborate theories about the hidden meanings behind each track. And trust us, once you start listening, you won’t be able to stop dissecting every lyric and melody.

But that’s not all! Brace yourselves because Taylor has an extra special treat in store for us. Just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, she pulled a 2 AM surprise by dropping “The Anthology”—15 additional tracks that delve even deeper into the emotional rollercoaster of love and loss. These bonus songs, including gems like “The Black Dog,” “The Albatross,” “The Bolter,” and “The Manuscript,” offer a fuller, richer experience of the Tortured Poets Department universe.

In an Instagram post, Taylor shared her excitement about the surprise release, declaring, “It’s a 2 AM surprise: The Tortured Poets Department is a secret DOUBLE album. ✌️ I’d written so much tortured poetry in the past 2 years and wanted to share it all with you, so here’s the second installment of TTPD: The Anthology. 15 extra songs. And now the story isn’t mine anymore… it’s all yours. 🤍.” With a total of 31 tracks and a runtime of 122 minutes, this album is nothing short of a musical extravaganza!

Now, let’s talk collaborations! The album kicks off with the electrifying “Fortnight,” featuring none other than the incomparable Post Malone. This powerhouse track not only sets the tone for the album but also serves as the lead single, accompanied by a highly-anticipated music video set to drop at 8 PM ET on Friday (April 19). Get ready to be blown away!

Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or a casual listener, “Tortured Poets Department” and its companion, “The Anthology,” promise to take you on an unforgettable musical journey. Dive in, turn up the volume, and let Taylor Swift’s mesmerizing melodies and poignant lyrics whisk you away to a world of emotion, passion, and pure musical genius.