Taylor Swift is making waves yet again, but this time it’s with an unexpected hit. While she continues to promote her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” one of her older tracks is still holding strong on the charts.
Her current single, “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone, is experiencing a mixed journey on various rankings. It’s slipping on some lists but climbing on others, particularly on Billboard’s radio charts. However, the real surprise is the enduring success of “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” on the Adult Contemporary chart.
Despite not being a new release, “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” has found a steady spot on the Adult Contemporary chart. This week, it holds the No. 29 position, unchanged from the previous week. The song has now spent 12 weeks on this chart, a remarkable feat considering it was never officially promoted as a single.
Released in late 2023 as part of her re-recorded album “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” has defied expectations. Typically, songs only make it to Billboard’s radio charts if they are actively promoted as singles. Yet, this track has managed to secure a place on the Adult Contemporary chart for three months, a testament to Swift’s enduring popularity.
Interestingly, “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” is not Swift’s only hit on the Adult Contemporary chart. She currently occupies four spots on the list, an impressive achievement. Alongside “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version),” “Cruel Summer” sits at No. 2, “Anti-Hero” holds the No. 5 position, and “Fortnight” is at No. 13.
Swift’s dominance on the Adult Contemporary chart is unusual but not entirely surprising. Her ability to consistently produce hits that resonate with a wide audience is well-documented. However, the sustained success of “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” without formal promotion is a curious phenomenon.
Swift’s career has been marked by numerous milestones. In October 2023, she became a billionaire, largely due to the success of her Eras tour and the value of her music catalog. She is the first musician to achieve billionaire status primarily through her songs and performances. Her fortune includes nearly $600 million from royalties and touring, a music catalog worth an estimated $600 million, and approximately $125 million in real estate.
In 2021, Swift began re-recording her first six albums to regain ownership rights. This move has not only been a commercial success but also a significant step in her fight for artists’ rights. The demand for tickets to her Eras Tour was so overwhelming that it led to congressional scrutiny of Ticketmaster’s dominance in concert sales.
Swift’s influence extends beyond her music. She has won 14 Grammy Awards and made history in 2022 by becoming the first artist to claim the top ten spots on the Billboard Hot 100 song list with her album “Midnights.”
As Swift continues to break records and set new standards in the music industry, the unexpected success of “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” on the Adult Contemporary chart adds another layer to her remarkable career. It serves as a reminder of her enduring appeal and the unique connection she has with her audience.
While “Fortnight” navigates its way through the charts, the steady presence of “Bad Blood (Taylor’s Version)” highlights Swift’s ability to captivate listeners with both new and reimagined music. As she continues to promote “The Tortured Poets Department,” fans and industry watchers alike will be keen to see what other surprises she has in store.
