Taylor Swift brought attention to the song “Swag Surfin'” by Fast Life Yungstaz while supporting her boyfriend Travis Kelce at a Kansas City Chiefs game in January. The hip-hop group has seen a significant increase in streams and followers thanks to Swift’s endorsement, with their song becoming a staple at Chiefs games to hype up the team. Swift was seen dancing to the song at the game, joining in on the excitement with other attendees, including Travis’ mother and Brittany Mahomes. The Taylor Swift Effect is evident, with the song gaining popularity and creating a fun atmosphere at Arrowhead Stadium.
The Taylor Swift Effect: How Fast Life Yungstaz Are Riding the ‘Swag Surfin” Wave
So, picture this: Taylor Swift, the iconic pop star, was spotted at a Kansas City Chiefs game in January, supporting her boyfriend Travis Kelce. But here’s the twist – it wasn’t her presence that made headlines, it was the fact that she was jamming out to a classic hip-hop track called “Swag Surfin'” by Fast Life Yungstaz (F.L.Y.).
Taylor’s Impact: A 700% Surge in Streams
Fast Life Yungstaz, comprising members Myko McFly, Vee, and Mook, couldn’t believe their luck when they saw Taylor Swift grooving to their 2009 hit song. In an interview with Ryan Cameron, the group revealed that Taylor’s support had boosted their streams by a whopping 700% on platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. Not just that, they also gained over 20,000 new followers on YouTube. Talk about the power of Tay-Tay!
The ‘Swag Surfin” Dance Break: A Chiefs Tradition
When “Swag Surfin'” blasts through the speakers at Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Kansas City Chiefs, it’s time for the official dance break. Fans sway from side to side, feeling the vibe of the hip-hop anthem. And when Taylor Swift joined in on the fun alongside Brittany Mahomes and Travis Kelce’s mom, Donna Kelce, the energy reached a whole new level. The NFL even shared clips of the trio getting down to the beat, spreading joy and excitement throughout the stadium.
From Classic to Staple: ‘Swag Surfin” in Chiefs Culture
Travis Kelce, a star tight end for the Chiefs, considers “Swag Surfin'” a classic anthem for the team. He mentioned on his podcast that the song has been a staple for hyping up the team since he joined in 2013. Describing it as the soundtrack to big moments and important defensive drives, Kelce highlighted how the song pumps up the players and the crowd alike. Even linebacker Willie Gay Jr. suggested playing the track during a game to amp up the atmosphere, resulting in a contagious dance party on the sidelines.
So, there you have it – the Taylor Swift effect is real, and Fast Life Yungstaz are riding high on the wave of “Swag Surfin'” thanks to the unexpected but delightful support from the pop sensation herself. Who knew that a casual game day dance session could lead to such a surge in popularity for a decade-old hip-hop banger? It just goes to show that when Taylor Swift swagsurf, everyone surfs along!
