Taylor Swift delivered a powerful message to critics and fans alike during the second night of her Eras Tour at London’s Wembley Stadium, captivating a sold-out crowd of nearly 90,000 attendees.
Dressed in a flowing blue dress and wielding her guitar, Swift addressed the audience, reflecting on how adversity fuels her determination. “It really makes me think about how every time somebody talks sh**, it just makes me work even harder and it makes me that much tougher,” she asserted, drawing cheers from the enthusiastic fans. “So it also makes me incredibly thankful for this.”
The Grammy-winning artist then debuted a live performance of a song titled “Tortured Poets,” never before performed on stage, before segueing into “thanK you aIMee,” a track believed to be a pointed reference to Kim Kardashian. The crowd erupted as she continued with a rendition of “Mean” from her album “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version),” modifying the lyrics to celebrate the momentous occasion: “Someday I’ll be singing this song in Wembley.”
Acknowledging the significance of performing in London, Swift expressed gratitude from the piano and discussed her recent re-recordings, particularly “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version).” She delighted fans by revealing a collaboration with Hayley Williams, lead singer of Paramore, whom she invited on stage for a surprise performance. Williams joined Swift for a heartfelt duet of “Castles Crumbling,” marking a nostalgic reunion since their last live performance together during the Speak Now World Tour.
“You’re my longest music friend, I love you,” Swift declared warmly to Williams as they embraced, eliciting cheers from the audience. Williams gracefully exited the stage, leaving behind an animated and glitchy visual display as Swift launched into the next segment of her electrifying performance.
With one more night in London before continuing to Dublin, Ireland, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour continues to captivate audiences with its blend of raw emotion and musical prowess.
