Taylor Swift’s latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” has achieved a remarkable milestone on Spotify. Just days after its release on April 19, the 31-song project has become the first album to amass 1 billion streams in a single week on the platform. This feat solidifies Swift’s position as a pop powerhouse, with her album already claiming the title of Spotify’s most-streamed in a single week, despite not even completing a full week since its debut.
Swift’s dominance on Spotify doesn’t end there. Upon its release, “The Tortured Poets Department” (TTPD) set another record as the platform’s most-streamed album in a single day, racking up an impressive 300 million streams. This achievement surpasses the previous records held by Swift’s own albums, “Midnights” and “1989 (Taylor’s Version).”
The success of TTPD isn’t limited to album streams alone. Its lead single, “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone, also made waves on Spotify, becoming the platform’s most-streamed song in a single day on April 19.
Prior to the album’s release, Swift expressed her admiration for Post Malone and their collaboration on “Fortnight.” She highlighted Post Malone’s talent as a songwriter and his ability to craft unforgettable melodies, which she witnessed firsthand during their collaboration.
Post Malone reciprocated the admiration, sharing a heartfelt message on social media after the release of “Fortnight.” He praised Swift’s talent and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to her musical journey.
As Swift reflected on the release of TTPD, she declared the end of a “sensational and sorrowful” chapter of her life. She described the album as an anthology of new works that capture the essence of fleeting and fatalistic moments. Through her music, Swift aims to transform her experiences into “tortured poetry,” allowing herself and her listeners to find closure and healing.
Overall, Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” continues to make waves in the music industry, breaking records and captivating audiences with its emotional depth and powerful storytelling.
