American pop sensation Taylor Swift unveiled her highly anticipated album, "The Tortured Poets Department," surprising fans with not just one but two installments.
Released on April 19 KST, the album was initially announced with 16 tracks but expanded to a whopping 31 songs, revealed as a "secret double album."
In a tweet, Swift shared, "The Tortured Poets Department is a secret DOUBLE album... here's the second installment of TTPD: The Anthology. 15 extra songs."
It’s a 2am 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… pic.twitter.com/y8pyDK8VTd
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) April 19, 2024
The Impact on K-Pop Fans
This unexpected move from Swift immediately caught the attention of K-Pop enthusiasts, especially BLINKs, the devoted fanbase of BLACKPINK.
taylor swift just released blackpink entire discography what the heck
— s i n t a (@rustypinks) April 19, 2024
The sudden influx of new tracks prompted discussions on social media, with many noting the stark difference in output between Swift and BLACKPINK.
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Contrasting Discographies: Swift vs. BLACKPINK
Fans pointed out that with just this one album, Taylor Swift had released almost the entirety of BLACKPINK's discography. Since their debut in 2016, BLACKPINK has treated fans to a total of 32 songs across two full albums and several mini-albums.
BLACKPINK in 7 years: 32 songs
— c✦s (@cuntrs) April 19, 2024
Taylor Swift in one album/day: 31 songs
me with mixed emotions cus i love them both:
pic.twitter.com/QoNUhIHUpk
Taylor's new album has 31 songs in it... that's 99% of Blackpink's discography 😭 they've released 32 songs in 7 years
— ؘ (@pinkIovesick) April 19, 2024
In comparison, Swift's extensive catalog boasts nearly 300 songs, showcasing her prolific songwriting and release frequency. This contrast highlighted the distinct approaches to music production and release strategies between the two artists.
Swift's Prolific Career
Taylor Swift's musical journey has been marked by consistent releases and a diverse range of songs, resonating with a global audience.
Her ability to surprise fans with innovative projects like "The Tortured Poets Department" further cements her status as a dynamic force in the music industry.
Meanwhile, the recent industry report has sparked concern among K-pop fans, particularly BLACKPINK enthusiasts, suggesting that the group may not engage in any group activities throughout 2024.
This revelation, part of a broader observation of scant schedules for artists under YG Entertainment, raises questions about the future trajectory of the renowned group.
The report highlights a significant lack of scheduled activities for YG artists compared to those under other major agencies, with BLACKPINK notably absent from any mentioned group endeavors.
While individual schedules for each member are expected to continue, the absence of group activities leaves fans pondering the group's long-term strategies and future projects. Netizens' reactions reflect a mix of resignation, disappointment, and speculation about the group's fate under YG Entertainment.
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Written by Cassidy Jones.
