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Time of India
19 hours ago
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- Time of India
'My favorite stone': Fans link Taylor Swift's upcoming track ‘Opalite' to Travis Kelce through hidden meanings
Taylor Swift's upcoming album is generating buzz, particularly the track "Opalite," which fans speculate is about Travis Kelce (Getty Images) Taylor Swift 's new album track list set the internet ablaze — but one title in particular, 'Opalite,' has Swifties convinced the song is a veiled tribute to Travis Kelce . The connection isn't just fan wishful thinking: it's a tidy mix of birthstone symbolism, repeated jewelry callbacks, release timing and Swift's long history of letting small details carry big meaning. How a birthstone turned into fan evidence for a love song T ravis Kelce's birthday falls in October, which traditionally ties him to opal, and while opalite isn't a natural opal (it's a manmade stone that looks similar), the linguistic and visual similarity is all fans need to start connecting the dots. Swift's album The Life of a Showgirl drops on October 3, which places the record right next to Kelce's birth month, an alignment Swift listeners love to read as intentional. Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV Those theories gain weight because Swift has repeatedly worn opal pieces in public during her relationship with Kelce: from statement opal rings, one reportedly encircled by blue topazes and later revealed to be a custom gift that included both Kelce and Swift's birthstones, to opal hoop earrings at key appearances. Little gestures like that are Swift's currency, she often turns private motifs into public storytelling. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo Why Taylor Swift's personal history with opals makes 'Opalite' feel authentic This isn't a new motif for Swift. 'My favorite stone is an opal because when I was bullied in school, my mom used to take me to T.J. Maxx after school to look at the opal jewelry,' she once said. That personal history transforms the stone from mere accessory to emotional shorthand in her catalog, a reliable symbol fans can map onto new songs. When Jason noted that, besides Travis, both their mother Donna Kelce and Jason's daughter Wyatt also celebrate October birthdays, Swift responded by tying it back to the gemstone, saying, 'I picked a good month, all these libras out here, the opal birthstones.' Whether 'Opalite' ends up being a romantic ode, a nuanced character study or a metaphor for transformation, the opal/opalite theme gives listeners a ready-made lens for interpretation. Also Read: 'I fell in love': Taylor Swift recalls first-date question that stunned Travis Kelce and fulfilled her teenage dream Swift's career has shown she rewards close listening; small details, the right month, the right ring, a softly placed lyric, often reveal bigger stories. So for now, fans will keep decoding, and Swift will likely keep leaving crumbs that are delicious to follow. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taylor Swift vs. Joe Rogan: Taylor Swift overtakes Trump podcast numbers in 'record time' on boyfriend Travis Kelce's show
Taylor Swift vs. Joe Rogan: Taylor Swift overtakes Trump podcast numbers in 'record time' on boyfriend Travis Kelce's show Taylor Swift 's recent appearance on the 'New Heights' podcast, hosted by NFL brothers Travis and Jason Kelce, has set new benchmarks in podcast viewership and audience engagement. The episode, which aired on Wednesday, quickly outpaced the initial performance of former President Donald Trump's interview with Joe Rogan in terms of concurrent viewers. Swift's two-hour conversation not only featured the announcement of her highly anticipated 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, but also drew unprecedented streaming traffic, temporarily overwhelming the show's live broadcast capabilities. The podcast's success highlights Swift's immense influence, capable of driving record-breaking listenership on both YouTube and Spotify, and underscores her status as one of the most powerful cultural figures today. It also reignites ongoing tensions between Swift and Trump, whose public criticism of the singer has intensified in recent years. Taylor Swift breaks records: Beats Joe Rogan's Trump episode in just one hour According to official streaming statistics, Swift's 'New Heights' episode attracted 1.3 million concurrent viewers during its first hour, far surpassing the 800,000 achieved by Trump's Joe Rogan interview . Despite lasting two hours, the livestream faced significant technical disruptions, crashing on YouTube at the 1-hour and 45-minute mark due to an overwhelming surge of viewers. The stream continued without interruption on Spotify. The episode has already become the most-watched content in the history of the 'New Heights' YouTube channel. Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV Swift vs. Trump: Early and cumulative numbers While Swift's interview claimed the top spot in first-hour engagement, Trump's appearance still maintains a larger cumulative audience. Within the first 12 hours, Trump's episode reached 11 million views compared to Swift's 9 million. By the 19-hour mark, Swift's numbers had matched Trump's earlier total. Trump's episode, which has been on YouTube for nine months, has accumulated 59 million total views to date. Massive surge in Spotify listenership Spotify confirmed that Swift's appearance on the Kelce brothers' podcast generated a 3,000% increase in overall listenership for 'New Heights.' The platform also reported a 618% spike in female listeners, expanding an audience demographic that already leaned predominantly female. This engagement boost underscores Swift's ability to mobilise her fan base, known as the 'Swifties,' to influence digital media consumption on a massive scale. WNBA star Caitlin Clark summarised the cultural impact in a post on X (formerly Twitter): 'Swifties so powerful we broke the internet.' Also read | Apple iPhone 17 series launch event: Expected date and products that could be unveiled AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
FOX NFL invites Taylor Swift to Tom Brady-led booth as Travis Kelce's beau impresses everyone with her football knowledge
FOX eyeing Taylor Swift could be a strategic ratings move (Getty Images) Taylor Swift's unannounced drop-in on the New Heights podcast with Travis and Jason Kelce did more than stir headlines — it reopened a conversation about the blending of pop culture and live sports. Swift's playful reflection on her early football misunderstandings and her cheeky timeline for career expansion have set social feeds alight, and FOX's push to land fresh, crossover personalities means the idea of her in a broadcast booth no longer feels purely fanciful. From clueless to committed: how Taylor Swift's football glow-up resonated on New Heights On the episode, Swift admitted a charming origin story of confusion, 'I used to think both offenses were on the field at the same time. Like Jared Goff is here, and Josh Allen is here… and then they both blow a whistle and then they go at each other.' That frankness underscored a genuine learning arc: from bafflement to obsession. Her curiosity, combined with visible enthusiasm for tactical details like special teams and draft decisions, reframes her as a conduit between longtime fans and newcomers who want the game explained without condescension. NFL on Fox's official account posted an Instagram video demanding, 'We need to get @taylorswift in the NFL on FOX booth.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 20 Things Women Should NEVER Wear! Undo Why FOX eyeing Taylor Swift could be a strategic ratings move beyond a celebrity cameo Networks increasingly chase attention economies where appointment viewing depends on cultural relevance as much as analysis. FOX already stacked its lead booth with Tom Brady and seasoned on-air talent, but adding a figure like Swift could expand casual viewership and deepen engagement among younger, pop-oriented audiences. Swift's comment, 'I'm not ready to be an analyst right now, but give me 16 months', feels less like refusal and more like a promise of potential. If networks want to grow the pie, having a high-profile celebrity who's also committed to learning the game could be a smart long-term play. Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV What this could mean for how we watch football next season Inviting Swift would be about more than novelty. It signals a shift toward broadcasts that treat narrative, personality and expert analysis as complementary. Whether she ever lands in a booth, her New Heights visit highlighted a broader truth: modern sports audiences value authenticity and accessibility. Also Read: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's New Heights appearance fuels marriage rumors with secretive backdrop clue For FOX, that's the attractive part — a chance to marry gridiron expertise with mainstream cultural momentum and make each weekend feel like a shared event across fandoms. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I fell in love': Taylor Swift recalls first-date question that stunned Travis Kelce and fulfilled her teenage dream
Taylor Swift revealed on New Heights how Travis Kelce's bold attempt to connect with her during the Eras Tour led to their romance (Getty Images Taylor Swift's surprise debut on New Heights didn't just feed the fandom—it stitched together the meet-cute, the mishaps, and the moment a friendship bracelet almost became a plot device. In a rare, relaxed tell-all, she traced how a tight end with a plan accidentally walked straight into one of her teenage daydreams. Taylor Swift's first-date confession and Travis Kelce 's rom-com move Taylor Swift cheerfully credited the show for kick-starting their story: 'This podcast got me a boyfriend,' she said, recalling Travis Kelce's bold attempt to connect during her 2023 Kansas City stop on the Eras Tour. He didn't have a meet-and-greet, and—by her account—'threw a man-tantrum' about it. What read like rom-com bravado to Swift felt oddly familiar to anyone who grew up on '80s movies. 'It was such a wild romantic gesture to be like, 'I wanna date you!' This dude didn't get a meet-and-greet, and he's making it everyone's problem. That's what I thought at first.' He turned up with Patrick Mahomes, plotted around 'the elevator lady,' and even planned to hand her a friendship bracelet with his number—'Like it's 1973,' she laughed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kate Middleton Reportedly Taking Royal Split 'Badly' Crowdy Fan Undo Looking back, Swift admitted the audacity hit a nerve in the best way: the kind of earnest grand gesture 'I've been writing about since I was a teenager.' From 'is he crazy?' to 'thank you, New Heights'—and why it worked Jason Kelce asked the obvious: how did she know Travis wasn't actually unhinged? Swift smiled at the memory of realizing his intent was genuine: 'It was wild, but it worked. I'm glad it worked I'm just circling back to 'New Heights' to say thank you for this,' she said, cupping Travis' face as he blushed. The charm wasn't fame or flash—it was the low-key, get-to-know-you energy behind the theatrics. The first-date football fumble that made them both laugh harder Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV Swift also confessed to the question that stopped Kelce cold. 'On our first date, I legitimately asked him what it was like when the Chiefs played the Eagles in the Super Bowl, and he looked across the line of scrimmage and saw his brother standing five feet away from him,' she said. Reality check: that scenario can't happen—and he couldn't even respond. 'He didn't even look at me,' Swift laughed. 'I now know what an insane question that was… I thought everyone was out there at the same time. I didn't know what a first down was… what a tight end was… I fell in love with it, I became obsessed with it.' Also Read: Taylor Swift's upcoming song 'Ruin the Friendship' might be about Blake Lively — with Travis Kelce adding a surprising layer In the end, Swift's candor turned a viral myth into a grounded, rom-com-worthy origin story—equal parts bracelet, boombox energy, and a first-date question that somehow made everything click. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's lovey-dovey moments from New Heights podcast define ‘Modern-Day Love Story'
(Image via YouTube: Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift) In a world where people are more surrounded by technology than by humans, there's this cute little chemistry of 'just two people that are in love.' Their genuine compliments, charmingly 17th-century romantic gestures, and exceptional humor define a 'Modern-Day Love Story' with utmost reverence. It's in these precious moments of joy, laughter, happy tears, and freedom of expression that the two lovers realize the profound benefits of their relationship. That's what transpired in the New Heights podcast's latest episode, featuring Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and his pop superstar girlfriend, Taylor Swift . Taylor Swift on Reclaiming Her Masters, Wrapping The Eras Tour, and The Life of a Showgirl | NHTV From heartfelt compliments to eye-wetting confessions During the podcast, Taylor Swift revealed her favorite album was 'Red.' She used rich vocabulary words like 'glorious' and 'fortuitous' in her explanation. When Kelce heard her say those words, he reacted in awe, exclaiming, 'Oh my gosh! Loves when she uses big words!' Taylor, seemingly surprised, said, 'You know what those words mean...' Kelce innocently admitted, 'I love it!' This playful banter led to a romantic gesture! Taylor held Kelce's face and said, 'You're so handsome!' Romantic Gesture #1: Complimenting partner! Travis Kelce poured his heart out when describing the first moment he saw Taylor Swift The Chiefs' tight end shared that the Eras Tour led him to Taylor Swift. It was so impactful that it made Travis reach out to Swift. Incoming: another romantic gesture - 'I give the Eras Tour credit. I would have never gone to that show and been mesmerized and just been captivated, and then left with such a desire to want to meet you. I'd have never went on here and told everybody how b*tth*rt I was. I'd never been so engulfed in the curiosity of who you were. ' Romantic Gesture #2: Describing first meeting! What's it like to date a sensational singer as an NFL player? Kelce described in depth what it felt like to date a sensational singer! He talked about how big a star Taylor Swift was on stage and how beautiful she was in person. He was really impressed by her first impression! Incoming: Know what we mean? Yes, third romantic gesture! 'To see you on the stage and to see how you can get an entire stadium going, and then I get you in a room, and it's like I've known you forever. It was the easiest conversation I ever had, it was so much fun that it knocked my socks off, from what they say. She blew me away. I'd never experienced something so mesmerizing on stage and so real and so beautiful in person.' Romantic Gesture #3: Sharing what keeps the love's flame glowing! Also Read: Puka Nacua's pregnant ex-girlfriend Hallie Aiono labels him a 'narcissist' | NFL News - Times of India Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
