What makes Midnights by Taylor Swift notable?

'Midnights' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, breaking streaming records on Spotify for the most-streamed album in a single day. Its lead single, 'Anti-Hero,' garnered significant critical acclaim and resonated with listeners for its candid exploration of self-doubt and mental health. Released on October 21, 2022, 'Midnights' marks Taylor Swift's tenth studio album, following her critically acclaimed album 'Evermore'. At this point in her career, Swift was solidifying her status as a pop powerhouse while exploring new sonic territories with a cohesive blend of synth-pop and introspection.

Who is Midnights for?

Midnights works well if you're into dreamy late-night introspection, reflective moments of solitude and catchy sing-along choruses.

How many songs are on Midnights?

Midnights has 16 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Midnights

Taylor Swift · 2022

54 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rock · synth-pop

A dreamy blend of synth-pop and introspective lyrics that explores midnight musings and self-reflection.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dreamy late-night introspection
reflective moments of solitude
catchy sing-along choruses
short tracks for quick listens
emotional musings on self-discovery

Maybe skip if you want

prefer immediate high-energy tracks
avoid lyrical depth and nuance

Where this album fits

Themes: midnight musings· self-reflection· societal expectations
Career context: Released on October 21, 2022, 'Midnights' marks Taylor Swift's tenth studio album, following her critically acclaimed album 'Evermore'. At this point in her career, Swift was solidifying her status as a pop powerhouse while exploring new sonic territories with a cohesive blend of synth-pop and introspection.
Stylistic neighbors: Kacey Musgraves· Halsey· Lorde
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