Taylor Swift experienced an unexpected interruption during her performance in Scotland, as her hand froze in an unusual position mid-song. The pop sensation was in the middle of playing her hit song “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve” when she had to stop due to a sudden cramp in her hand.
A fan-run account on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared a video from the Edinburgh show. In the clip, Taylor can be seen pausing her guitar playing and looking at her hand, which was stuck in a strange position. “My hand is frozen in a weird cramp. This has never happened before, I’m really sorry,” she told the audience.
The crowd responded with cheers and support as Taylor tried to massage her hand and alleviate the pain. She joked that her hand was “forming a claw,” which elicited laughter from the 70,000 fans in attendance. Despite the minor setback, Taylor continued her performance, showcasing her resilience and dedication to her fans.
This incident marked a unique moment in Taylor’s career, as she has faced various challenges during her shows but never one involving her own physical discomfort. The Edinburgh show was filled with memorable moments, including a live proposal and Taylor’s heartfelt interactions with her fans.
During the performance, Taylor switched into 16 different outfits and performed a medley of her greatest hits. One touching moment occurred when she noticed a fan proposing in the crowd while they sang along to her song “Cardigan.” “I’m pretty sure I just saw someone get engaged. Did it happen? Yeah? Congratulations. Wow. That’s amazing. Thank you for doing that at my concert. That’s a big moment. Huge,” she said.
In another instance, Taylor paused her performance to ensure an audience member received assistance. As she played “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve,” she noticed someone in need of help and stopped singing until they were attended to. “I’m just gonna keep playing until somebody helps them,” she said. “I’m just gonna keep singing this. I’m just gonna keep talking until they get help, just let me know when – I can do this all night,” she joked.
Before arriving in Scotland, Taylor performed in Madrid, where fans spotted an eerie figure during her show. Theories about the mysterious figure ranged from a fan sneaking in without a ticket to speculations about her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, or even her rivals Kanye West and Nicki Minaj. However, one concertgoer offered a simple explanation, stating it was a security man checking on the crowd.
Taylor’s Edinburgh show was a spectacle, featuring numerous costume changes and elaborate stage setups. She began the UK leg of her Eras Tour in a stunning blue and gold sequined leotard, driving fans wild as she emerged at Murrayfield Stadium. Over the course of 46 songs, Taylor shook off the cramp in her hand, witnessed a live proposal, gifted a fan her hat, and even paused a tune to ensure fans received medical aid.
Fans queued for hours, some as early as 3 am, to be the first inside for the gig. Excitement built to a fever pitch with a two-minute countdown on the big screen before Taylor finally emerged from a stage that rose dramatically into the air. She started with “Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince” and took in the adoration of thousands of fans.
Between songs, she paused to express her gratitude, saying, “What a way to welcome a lass to Scotland… you’ve gone and made me feel so amazing… You’ve got me feeling really, really powerful.” Towards the end, she vowed, “We have to do this again.”
The show featured a variety of outfits, including a double-breasted black and gold pinstripe blazer dress, a white Vivienne Westwood dress, and a stunning lilac gown with a train. Taylor also donned a t-shirt reading “this is not Taylor’s version,” referencing her dispute over the rights to her early works, which she later re-recorded as “Taylor’s Version” editions.
As the show progressed, Taylor performed a mix of her biggest hits, including “Cruel Summer,” “Lover,” “You Belong With Me,” “Love Story,” and “22.” She handed a fedora hat to a young fan in the audience, a tradition at each show. Taylor also made history, with the Murrayfield gig having the highest attendance of any stadium show in Scottish history.
In a nod to her Scottish audience, she gave backing dancer Kameron Saunders the opportunity to say “Nae chance!” during her performance of “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” She later revealed that her lockdown-era album “Folklore” was inspired by Scotland, saying, “There was so much TV, so much white wine, covered in cat hair. That was my reality. So I thought, ‘I’m going to create an imaginary world and escape into it.’ That was Folklore, and it was probably based online of videos I’ve seen of Scotland.”
As the show neared its end, Taylor performed tracks from her most recent album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” including “So High School,” “Who’s Afraid Of Little Old Me?” and “Fortnight.” She also performed two surprise songs, “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve” and “I Know Places” on guitar, followed by a piano medley of “‘Tis the Damn Season” and “Daylight.”
Despite the cold wind and her hand cramp, Taylor’s performance was a testament to her professionalism and dedication to her fans. She ended the show with “Karma,” accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display, leaving fans in awe of the unforgettable night.
Fans gushed about the epic show, with many describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour continues to captivate audiences, proving why she remains one of the world’s biggest musical artists.
