Overview
Taylor Swift participates in a fast-paced interview covering her personal interests, creative process, favorite things, and life reflections, offering insights into her personality, career, and daily habits.
Current Interests and Activities
- Preparing for the Grammys is her main focus.
- Regularly works out.
- Recently moved by the movie "The Martian".
- Actively writes songs, with a dedicated room for songwriting.
Songwriting and Music
- Lost count of guitars owned since 2007.
- First guitar song learned: "Kiss Me" by Sixpence None the Richer.
- Records voice memos or writes notes when inspired.
- Songwriting involves extensive preparation and note-taking.
- "Blank Space" was written quickly; "All Too Well" took months due to its emotional weight.
Personal Favorites and Preferences
- Coffee is her favorite beverage.
- Vodka Diet Coke is her preferred cocktail.
- Would eat chicken tenders daily if possible.
- Go-to drive-thru order: cheeseburger, fries, chocolate shake.
- Enjoys "Friends" as an all-time favorite TV show; currently likes "Dateline".
- Favorite movie: "Love Actually".
- Favorite lyrics: “I had some dreams, they were clouds in my coffee” from "You’re So Vain".
Lifestyle and Habits
- Keeps hummus in the fridge at all times.
- Holds onto childhood insecurities.
- Plays Scrabble and enjoys English.
- Has a habit of bouncing her leg, which can make others nervous.
Reflections and Life Lessons
- Advises aspiring singers to get a good lawyer.
- Considers karma a key life lesson.
- Wishes she had known at 19 that dating would draw public scrutiny.
- Hopes not to worry about aging in 10 years.
Unique Traits and Interests
- Double-jointed elbows.
- Can’t do a cartwheel or handstand.
- Receives the best compliment for being generous.
- Appreciates that her friends keep her secrets.
Memorable Moments and Achievements
- Most memorable career moment: filming the "Bad Blood" video.
- Most proud of her Grammy awards.
- Best fan moment: seeing fans wear her tour shirts in public.
Fun Facts and Miscellany
- Spirit animal: dolphin.
- Would love to have the power to heal.
- If not singing, would consider a career in advertising.
- Can name several cat breeds quickly; owns many cats.
Fashion and Essentials
- Would raid Blake Lively’s closet.
- Prefers high-waisted fashion trends.
- Must-have item: lavender antibacterial hand spray.
Goals and Aspirations
- Wants to earn an honorary doctorate degree.
Recommendations / Advice
- Recommends taking someone to Big Sur for an anniversary.
- Advises aspiring singers: "get a good lawyer".
Personal Reflections
- Writing the Apple Music letter was both her bravest and most spontaneous act.
- Most desired future achievement is an honorary doctorate.
Decisions
- Favorite scented candle: BYO Tree House.