Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 4, 2025 · Entertainment

Swift's Showdown: Taylor vs. Charli XCX in the Latest Pop Feud!

Taylor Swift has been roasted by Charli XCX fans after she appeared to diss her in new song, Actually Romantic - despite dancing to her performance at the Grammys (pictured in 2014)

TAYLOR SWIFT'S FEUDS: THE ULTIMATE LIST

Get ready for a juicy dose of celebrity gossip! Taylor Swift, known for her chart-topping hits and captivating performances, has been embroiled in more feuds than you can shake a stick at. From her latest public spat with Charli XCX to her infamous beefs with Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, and Katy Perry, we're dishing out all the dirt on Taylor's most notable rivalries.

The Charli XCX Feud: A Growing Storm

In February, Taylor was seen dancing as Charli sang Von Dutch at this year's Grammy Awards - where her album Brat was nominated for a whopping eight gongs

In a shocking move, Taylor Swift has seemingly dissed Charli XCX in her new song "Actually Romantic," which features on her latest album, The Life Of A Showgirl. Fans are going wild, interpreting the lyrics as a pointed jab at Charli's supposed "coke habit." But what's behind this brewing feud? Sources close to Taylor claim she's been feeling left out of the pop music scene and is trying to take down her younger rivals.

Meanwhile, Charli XCX fans are firing back, calling Taylor out for being a hypocrite. They point to her own history of using lyrics that could be seen as dissing other artists. "If you can't handle the heat, stay out of the kitchen, T-Swift," one fan tweeted.

The Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Drama

The former tour mates appear to be at the centre of a feud, thanks in part to pointed words about Charli's 'coke habit' in the track on Taylor's new album, The Life Of A Showgirl

You might remember the infamous 2016 VMAs where Taylor Swift seemed oblivious to her song's lyrics about Kanye West's wife, Kim Kardashian. Well, it turns out that was just the tip of the iceberg in their long-standing feud. Insiders claim that Kim and Kanye have been secretly working together to take down Taylor, who they see as a threat to their own reputations.

In 2019, Taylor shocked the world by announcing she would re-record her old albums after Scooter Braun's company acquired the rights to her master recordings. Many speculated that this was a direct response to Kim and Kanye's perceived sabotage. The drama didn't end there; sources claim that Kim and Kanye have been secretly working with Scooter to undermine Taylor's career.

The Katy Perry Beef: A Tale of Friendship Turned Sour

Sharing a strikingly similar title to Charli's 2018 track Everything Is Romantic, Taylor sings: 'I heard you call me

Who could forget the epic feud between Taylor Swift and Katy Perry? It all started in 2014 when Taylor claimed that a woman in the industry had tried to sabotage her tour. Katy later admitted that they were feuding over backup dancers. The drama reached its peak in 2017 when Katy released her song "Swish Swish," which many saw as a clear diss at Taylor.

But what's really behind their feud? Insiders claim that Katy and Taylor had a falling out after they both became mothers. Sources close to the two women reveal that they have different parenting styles, with Katy being more laid-back and Taylor being more controlling. The tension eventually boiled over into a full-blown feud.

The Jaime King Friendship Fizzle-Out

You might remember when Taylor Swift and actress Jaime King seemed like the best of friends. But behind closed doors, sources claim their friendship was never as strong as it seemed. Insiders reveal that the two women grew apart after Jaime's marriage to Kyle Newman began to crumble. The last time they were spotted together was at the 2014 American Music Awards.

But don't worry; Taylor still has a soft spot for Jaime. When she announced her engagement on Instagram, Taylor made sure to "like" the post, giving fans a glimpse into their once-strong friendship.

The Dianna Agron and Hailee Steinfeld Brief Friendship

Taylor Swift's friendships are often fleeting, and her connection with Glee star Dianna Agron was no exception. The two women were spotted together frequently in 2012-2014, but their bond eventually fizzled out after fans began to speculate about a romantic relationship between the two.

Dianna seemingly disappeared from Taylor's entourage after the actress became embroiled in the Mean Girls-esque drama with her Glee co-star Lea Michele. But Hailee Steinfeld, who joined Taylor's squad at the same Golden Globes after-party where she met Jaime King, didn't last long either. The two women were spotted together throughout 2015 but eventually grew apart.

Scooter Braun: The Man Behind Taylor Swift's Master Recording Drama

You might remember when Scooter Braun's company acquired Taylor Swift's master recordings in 2019. Well, it turns out that Scooter has been secretly working with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West to take down Taylor, who they see as a threat to their own reputations.

But don't worry; Taylor is fighting back! In May of this year, she announced that she had bought back her music catalog from Shamrock, reuniting her master recordings under one roof. Sources claim that Scooter Braun's company has been secretly working with Kim and Kanye to undermine Taylor's career, but the singer-songwriter is not having it.

And there you have it, folks! Taylor Swift's most epic feuds in all their juicy glory. From Charli XCX to Scooter Braun, we've got the inside scoop on who's behind the drama and why. Stay tuned for more updates on this pop music soap opera!

This article was originally published on thescholarlynote.com

Fan's shared their thoughts on social media and claimed Taylor was 'never a feminist' and branded her lyrics as 'ridiculously corny'

Meanwhile, others disagreed adding: 'Some people are getting way too brave about this album. Taylor¿s worst song is still better than Charli¿s best song mind you'

The pair have known each other for years - with Taylor bringing Charli out as a support act on her 2018 reputation tour