Taylor Swift has curated five playlists on Apple Music representing the five stages of grief and heartbreak, in anticipation of her upcoming release “The Tortured Poets Department.” Each playlist is themed around a different stage – denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance – with Swift providing audio messages for each. The playlists feature a selection of her own songs, such as “Lavender Haze,” “Bad Blood,” and “Daylight,” reflecting the emotions and experiences associated with each stage of grief.
Taylor Swift’s Five Stages of Grief Soundtracks on Apple Music
So, you know how Taylor Swift has this amazing ability to perfectly capture all our emotions in her songs? Well, she’s taken it to a whole new level by curating playlists on Apple Music that represent the five stages of grief. Yes, you heard that right – denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance, all in the form of carefully selected tracks.
Denial: “I Love You, It’s Ruining My Life Songs”
Let’s start with denial because hey, sometimes we just can’t face the truth. Taylor’s playlist titled “I Love You, It’s Ruining My Life Songs” is all about those moments when we get so caught up in a relationship that we ignore the warning signs. It’s like wearing rose-colored glasses even when everything is falling apart. With tracks like “Lavender Haze,” “Cruel Summer,” “Lover,” and “Bejeweled,” this playlist is a mix of dreamy tunes that might just make you question reality.
Anger: “You Don’t Get to Tell Me About Sad Songs”
Next up is anger, and Taylor doesn’t hold back with her playlist “You Don’t Get to Tell Me About Sad Songs.” These tracks are the ones she wrote while feeling that fiery emotion, using music as a way to channel her frustrations. From “Vigilante Shit” to “Exile,” “Bad Blood,” “I Knew You Were Trouble,” “Dear John,” and “Mr. Perfectly Fine,” this playlist is a rollercoaster of emotions that will have you feeling empowered and ready to take on the world.
Bargaining: “Am I Allowed To Cry?”
Moving on to the stage of bargaining, Taylor’s playlist “Am I Allowed To Cry?” delves into the moments where we try to negotiate with our feelings and circumstances. It’s a mix of poignant tracks that capture the vulnerability and hope that comes with trying to make sense of it all. With this playlist, you’ll find yourself immersed in songs that speak to the heart and soul.
Acceptance: “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart”
Finally, we reach acceptance – the stage where we come to terms with our reality and find peace within ourselves. Taylor’s playlist “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart” is a collection of songs that represent moving forward and embracing the future with open arms. Tracks like “You’re On Your Own, Kid,” “August,” “Closure,” and “Daylight” will uplift your spirits and remind you that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Taylor Swift’s five stages of grief soundtracks on Apple Music are not just playlists; they are emotional journeys that resonate with us on a deep level. So, the next time you find yourself going through a tough time, why not let Taylor’s music guide you through the stages of grief? After all, who better to accompany you on this rollercoaster of emotions than the queen of storytelling herself.
