Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Taylor Swift's Big Reveal: The Mystery Behind 'The Black Dog'!

Taylor Swift has debunked the theory that her song The Black Dog is about a pub frequented by her English ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn

TAYLOR SWIFT SHOCKS FANS WITH CANDID ADMISSION: NOBODY KNOWS THE TRUE MEANING BEHIND HER SONG "THE BLACK DOG"

In a jaw-dropping revelation, pop sensation Taylor Swift has finally put an end to the speculation surrounding her song "The Black Dog," leaving fans stunned and eager for answers. During an exclusive interview on Radio 2 with Scott Mills, the 35-year-old songstress candidly admitted that nobody – not even her team or loved ones – knows the true meaning behind the track.

The lyrics of "The Black Dog" have been a subject of fascination among Swifties since the release of her highly-anticipated album, The Tortured Poets Department. Many believed that the song was written about her former flame Joe Alwyn, with whom she had a six-year whirlwind romance. Fans speculated that the line "You forgot to turn it [your location] off / And so I watch as you walk into some bar called The Black Dog" referred to an alleged encounter between Taylor and Joe at the Vauxhall pub.

The pop star, 35, sings about seeing an ex walk 'into some bar called The Black Dog,' and she mentions that the ex forgot to turn off location tracking after their break-up (pictured 2020)

However, when Scott Mills asked Taylor if she had notified The Black Dog pub about their mention in her song, she dropped a bombshell. "I mean... I did not, and still nobody knows what I'm even talking about on that song," she revealed with a sly smile. "They think they know, but they have no idea."

Scott Mills couldn't help but tease Taylor, saying, "But you know, don't you?" to which the singer replied, "Yeah, and that's the one thing." This shocking admission has left fans reeling, wondering if Taylor was simply playing a clever game of cat-and-mouse or genuinely trying to keep her creative process under wraps.

The controversy surrounding "The Black Dog" began when Joe Alwyn denied ever being a patron at The Black Dog pub. In an interview with The Sunday Times last June, the British actor joked about his love for pubs and hinted that there was more to say when asked if his favorite pub might be called The Black Dog. Taylor's fans jumped to conclusions, linking the song to her past relationships.

Many believed that the lyrics are about her former flame Joe and guessed that she saw him spending time at the free house following the split (pictured The Black Dog pub in Vauxhall)

But what about Matty Healy, another one of Taylor's high-profile exes? Some Swifties believed that the lyrics "I just don't understand how you don't miss me / In The Black Dog, when someone plays The Starting Line" were hinting at a romance between Taylor and the 1975 frontman. However, with Taylor's recent revelation, it seems that fans will have to keep speculating.

The news comes as Taylor continues to bask in the glow of her highly-anticipated album, which has already generated buzz among music enthusiasts worldwide. In an interview with Scott Mills, she opened up about how she manages to keep her creative process under wraps, revealing that even her team didn't know what she was working on until the final stages of production.

"It's fun to surprise them," Taylor confessed. "We do a lot of things in-house, my team, so I think it's easier for them when the label can really just focus on what they have to do in terms of distribution."

Taylor has just released her new album - The Life Of A Showgirl

The scholarlynote.com reports that fans are still trying to make sense of Taylor's cryptic lyrics and alleged connections to her past relationships. With this shocking revelation, one thing is certain – Swifties will be eagerly waiting for Taylor's next move.

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In a separate interview with Scott Mills, Taylor spoke candidly about the importance of having a tight-knit circle of friends who can keep her secrets. "My friends don't rat," she revealed. "They do not snitch. It is phenomenal. I've got a really good circle of friends. It takes a while to get there."

Pouring cold water on the speculation the track is about him, Joe previously denied he has ever been a patron at a bar called The Black Dog

Taylor's admission has sparked discussions among fans and music enthusiasts, highlighting the value of having loyal friendships in the entertainment industry.

As for Taylor's love life, it seems that she has moved on from her past relationships with Joe Alwyn and Matty Healy. The singer recently announced her engagement to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, sending shockwaves among fans worldwide.

With this new development, it remains to be seen how Taylor will address the controversy surrounding "The Black Dog" in future interviews or public appearances. One thing is certain – Swifties are eagerly waiting for their next fix of Taylor's music and behind-the-scenes scoop.

Fans believe some songs on Swift¿s latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, were written about Alwyn, but the Swifties have connected The Black Dog to Matty Healy, another one of Taylor's past suitors; Swift and Healy pictured in May 2023

Sources:

  • The scholarlynote.com
  • The Sunday Times