#nobody has to buy multiple vinyls? or merch (which is handled by umg)

[septembersghost]

Wow, the prison post responses made me think how fitting that she is signed under Universal. A word that describes her music. She's made choices that many would doubt. Stand against Apple & Spotify- two of the major streaming services as music transitioned to digital? Bypass studios to release a film & angering AMPTP, big businesses & many in the industry- just as she's trying to enter that world as a director? Many accuse her for greed & question her character/integrity. I'm rooting for her.

oh, i love that symbolism of "universal"! those responses really spoke to me, i'm glad they resonated for you too. she's always been remarkaby easy to root for (for those of us who've followed closely and seen her immense sensitivity, kindness, willingness to grow and improve, resilience, generous spirit, humor, that all goes hand-in-hand with her extraordinary talent).

taylor wouldn't be who she is, even talent-wise, were it not for her character, and i have no reason to doubt the countless people (in the industry and outside it) who've commented on that positively. her ambition and drive to succeed has taken her far, but it's her ability to tap into humanism and heart through her music that's connected her to such a wide, disparate, and lasting audience, and that new yorker piece really underscored the transcendence of that. (struggling for those three weeks earlier this summer came from a place of real care and concern, as i think was true for most fans, because we DO know and trust her integrity. and ultimately it was a reminder that people are flawed and can be petty and rash and make poor decisions, especially in times of heartbreak and upheaval, but we can be mindful of that and give them space for recovery and to return to themselves with clarity). she's worked hard, and she's been savvy, but she's also been unflinchingly emotional and genuine and herself.

i want to still have a thin skin, a sharp pen, and an open heart. i just think that you are what you love. and that inspires and stays with us. golden light and invisible strings. 💞