Taylor Swift, the iconic pop superstar, recently revealed her special bond with Singapore during her concert at the Singapore National Stadium. As she sang the emotional track “Marjorie,” Taylor took a moment to share her family’s ties to this vibrant city.
Andrea Swift’s Childhood in Singapore
Seated at her Evermore piano, Taylor opened up about her mother’s upbringing. “My mom actually spent a lot of her childhood with her mom and dad and her sister growing up in Singapore,” she told the crowd. The memories of her mom’s time in Singapore have been a part of Taylor’s life since she was young.
Taylor’s visits to Singapore during her tours were more than just performances; they were nostalgic journeys. “A lot of the time when we would come here on tour, my mom would take me and drive me past her old house, and where she used to go to school,” Taylor shared from the stage. “I’ve been hearing about Singapore my whole life.”
Honoring Family Through Music
The Singaporean audience welcomed Taylor with open arms, honoring her family’s connection. “To get to come here and play a show this big with so many beautiful, generous people who were just essentially honoring my family with what you just did with that song [‘Marjorie’] means the world,” Taylor expressed.
This isn’t the first time Taylor has spoken about her mother’s history with Singapore. In a 2016 interview with the Singaporean newspaper The Straits Times, she mentioned that her grandfather’s work led her mom to grow up in Singapore. “Her parents were traveling around for my grandfather’s job,” Taylor explained.
The Tortured Poets Department: A New Album
In addition to sharing her family story, Taylor Swift made an exciting announcement about her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department. The album, set to release on April 19, features a bonus track titled “The Black Dog.” Each variant of the album includes a different bonus song, adding to the anticipation for this musical journey.
As Taylor Swift continues her Eras Tour in Singapore, fans celebrate not only her music but also the rich family heritage that connects her to this enchanting city. From childhood memories to sold-out stadiums, Taylor’s Singapore story is one of love, nostalgia, and musical magic.