Taylor Swift: The Road to Reputation

Taylor Swift: The Road to Reputation

Year: 2018

Runtime: 43 mins

Language: English

Echo Score: 86
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Are you ready for it? Taylor Swift personally walks us through her phenomenal career and see incredible footage from her record-breaking reputation, Stadium Tour.

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The concert unfolds like a grand celebration of Taylor Swift’s impressive musical journey, with each act honoring different albums and eras of her career. The show begins with a dramatic countdown on a large clock, signaling the start of an unforgettable night of performances. As the music kicks off, dancers emerge with flowing pink fabrics, symbolizing the Lover era, and Taylor herself makes a striking entrance in a sequined bodysuit, opening with “Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince.” She smoothly transitions into “Cruel Summer,” and later, a get-up with a sequined blazer introduced by the dancers, enhances the office-themed set while performing “The Man.” The energy remains high as she performs “You Need to Calm Down” and finally welcomes the audience at Sofi Stadium, where she takes to guitar for a heartfelt rendition of Lover.

Moving into the second act, Taylor reappears dressed in a fringed metallic outfit and cowboy boots, reflecting her Fearless and Red eras. She delivers notable performances of “Fearless,” “You Belong with Me,” and “Love Story,” each song carrying a nostalgic vibe that resonates deeply with fans.

The scene shifts dramatically for the Evermore act, transforming the stage into a dark green forest setting. Taylor appears in a yellow gown, with dancers dressed in dark robes, creating an enchanting mystical atmosphere as she performs “Willow” amid dancing firelights. She then removes her robe to reveal a more personal side with a performance of “Marjorie.” Curiosity continues as she moves to a moss-covered piano to discuss her tour privately with the audience, performing “Champagne Problems.” The act reaches an intimate moment at a long table, where she places flowers and wine, before singing “Tolerate It,” crawling across the table toward a male dancer seated across from her.

The following act delves into her Reputation era, with stage visuals featuring snake imagery. Taylor appears in a one-legged snake-inspired bodysuit and kicks off with “Ready For It.” Her energetic transition includes “Delicate” and “Don’t Blame Me,” accompanied by dynamic lighting and choreography. She then shifts to a powerful performance of “Look What You Made Me Do,” featuring dancers in glass boxes representing different versions of Taylor, emphasizing the persona’s multifaceted nature.

In the Speak Now act, Taylor emerges in an elegant purple ball gown to perform “Enchanted,” capturing the romance and magic of that era. As the show continues, her Red phase is showcased with her wearing a simple t-shirt and hat, and dancers dressed in red. She performs “22,” sharing a sweet moment by handing her hat to a young fan, and then transitions into “We Are Never Getting Back Together” and “I Knew You Were Trouble,” culminating with her iconic performance of “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” on guitar, dressed in a sequined coat.

The Folklore act creates a cozy, woodland ambiance with a mossy house set. Taylor appears in a flowing cream dress on a stage that resembles a cottage roof, singing “The 1” and sharing the inspiration behind this album. She moves to perform “Betty” on guitar, then “The Last Great American Dynasty,” with dancers moving in pairs in elegant gowns and suits. The mood turns contemplative with her solo performance of “August” and concludes with a somber rendition of “My Tears Ricochet” as dancers form a funeral procession.

1989 brings a vibrant, black-and-white aesthetic, with dancers in monochrome attire. Taylor in a sparkling pink top and skirt performs “Style” atop a rising stage, followed by a lively “Blank Space” featuring playful visuals of golf clubs and a car. The act wraps up with energetic renditions of “Shake it Off” and “Bad Blood,” emphasizing the album’s bold pop vibe.

During the Acoustic segment, Taylor, dressed in a flowing gown, performs two intimate songs—“Our Song” on her guitar and “You’re On Your Own Kid” at the piano. The stage mimics a vast water pool, culminating in her “diving” into a hole in the stage, adding an element of surprise.

The finale is marked by the Midnights act, where Taylor climbs a ladder into a cloud, emerging in a lavender faux fur coat. She sings “Lavender Haze” amid clouds created by dancers, then removes her coat to perform “Anti-Hero” and “Midnight Rain,” with the stage filled with umbrellas and dancers. Dressed in a rhinestone blue bodysuit and garter, she and her female dancers perform a seductive routine for “Vigilante Shit.” The show reaches its climax with “Bejeweled” and “Karma,” where dancers wear shiny black coats, and Taylor is lowered into the stage, leaving the crowd exhilarated and in awe of the spectacular performance.

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