Taylor Swift Reclaims Ownership of Her Music
NEW YORK — Taylor Swift has announced a significant milestone in her music career: she now owns her entire catalog of recordings. In a heartfelt message to her fans on her official website, Swift expressed her excitement, stating, "All of the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me."
Swift revealed that she acquired her music from Shamrock Capital, the private equity firm that had purchased it from Big Machine Records. While she did not disclose the purchase price, this move marks a pivotal moment for the artist, who has been working hard to regain control over her work after earlier disputes regarding her original recordings.
In recent years, Swift took the initiative to rerecord her first six albums as part of her strategy to own her music. She thanked her fans for their support in helping her reconnect with the art she has dedicated her life to. "The best things that have ever been mine… finally actually are," she added in her note.
Shamrock Capital released a statement expressing their happiness for Swift and acknowledging the positive outcome of the transaction.
Swift’s efforts to regain her music rights were prompted by Scooter Braun’s acquisition of her earlier catalog, which sparked a public conversation about artists’ rights and ownership in the music industry. Her rerecorded albums, branded as “Taylor’s Version,” have not only been re-recordings but have also included new tracks, unique visuals, and deeper insights into her artistic journey.
Braun himself commented on the news, expressing his happiness for Swift. The singer has recently expanded her discography with new music, including a track released during her historic tour.
To date, she has released four re-recorded albums, starting with “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” and “Red (Taylor’s Version)” in 2021. Each of these albums has enjoyed commercial success, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
Swift’s latest rerecording, “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” was released in October 2023, shortly after “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)”. This ambitious project has significantly contributed to her status as the woman with the most No. 1 albums in music history.
Fans are eager to see what Swift will do next, with many speculating that “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” might be on the horizon. She has previously teased songs from this album in various media appearances and has stated that she is committed to continuing her journey of music ownership.
In her recent note, Swift shared that she has completely rerecorded her debut album and is excited about its new sound. She hinted that both her debut album and “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” will have their moments to shine when the time is right.
While representatives for Swift and HYBE have not commented further, the artist’s journey to reclaiming her music resonates with many and underscores the importance of artists maintaining control over their creative work.
