Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 18, 2025 · Entertainment

The Belly Button Buzz: Why Taylor Swift's Midriff is Making Waves Again

Taylor Swift's belly button is trending once again, years after theories that the pop star didn't have one first emerged; seen in 2024 in London

Taylor Swift's Belly Button is Back on the Radar, and We're Loving Every Second of It!

Get ready for a blast from the past, Swifties! Taylor Swift's belly button has taken center stage once again, leaving fans in awe and reminiscing about the good old days when she decided to prove the naysayers wrong. The 35-year-old Grammy winner's latest album, "The Life Of A Showgirl," is set to drop on October 3, and we can't get enough of the sultry, show-stopping photos that have got everyone talking.

Just last week, Swift joined her boyfriend Travis Kelce on his New Heights podcast, where she shared the exciting news about her upcoming album. But it was when she took to social media to unveil the stunning album cover and accompanying photos that things got really interesting. In one sizzling snap, Taylor rocks a bedazzled bralette top and matching bottoms, exposing her toned midriff and sending fans into a frenzy.

Swift took to social media to unveil the sexy album cover and accompanying photos as she embraced the showgirl theme, including one photo in which she posed in a bedazzled bralette top and matching bottoms, exposing her toned midriff (seen above)

But let's take a step back in time for a moment. Do you remember when there was speculation about Swift not having a belly button over a decade ago? Yeah, it was a thing! And Taylor proved all the doubters wrong with a now-iconic bikini snap from 2015, where she posed alongside her friends on a Hawaiian vacation.

Fast forward to today, and fans are still going wild about Taylor's decision to flaunt her midriff. "OG Swifties look at this in shock that Taylor is revealing her belly button, reminiscing on the days we joked that she didn't have one," wrote one fan on X (formerly Twitter). Another added, "Honestly, such a funny memory from back in the day!"

But what's even more fascinating is that Taylor herself opened up about the belly button speculation during an interview with Lucky Magazine back in 2014. She revealed, "I don't like showing my belly button. When you start showing your belly button then you're really committing to the midriff thing." Talk about foreshadowing!

One wrote, 'OG swifties look at this in shock that taylor is revealing her belly button, reminiscing on the days we joked that she didn't have one'

Swift has always been known for her confidence and willingness to take risks, and this latest album is no exception. The singer has stated that she's "so proud" of the LP and that it's a "full send." She even shared that the cover art was meant to showcase what the end of her night looks like after performing on tour. And let's just say, she's giving us major showgirl vibes!

But what we're really excited about is the album itself! With 12 songs in tow, Taylor has teamed up with producers Max Martin and Shellback for this highly-anticipated release. And rumor has it that Swift opted to work outside of her comfort zone by not collaborating with longtime collaborator Jack Antonoff.

The tracklist boasts some interesting titles, including "Sabrina Carpenter"-featured song "The Life Of A Showgirl," as well as "The Fate Of Ophelia" and "Elizabeth Taylor." And let's not forget about the album cover, which has been described as a "bedazzled bodysuit" that leaves little to the imagination.

'Honestly such a funny memory from back in the day!' another wrote, while an X user added, 'Such a long running joke and then when she finally got in on it and posted that photo proving she had one! iconic'

In an exclusive interview with TheScholarlyNote.com, Swift shared some behind-the-scenes details about creating the album. She revealed that she would often take brief breaks from her Eras Tour to fly to Sweden and work closely with Martin on the tracks. "I was physically exhausted at this point in the tour, but I was so mentally stimulated and so excited to be creating," she explained.

And as for what inspired the title of the album? Swift shared that it's all about capturing the essence of her showgirl persona. "This is a full send," she said with a wink. "I care about this record more than I can even overstate."

So, are you ready to dive headfirst into Taylor Swift's world and experience the magic for yourself? With "The Life Of A Showgirl" dropping on October 3, we've got a feeling that this album is going to be one for the books!

The fan appeared to be referencing the 2015 image of Swift as she posed with close pals on a Hawaiian vacation

The star — who was 25 at the time — struck a pose on the side of boat while sporting a striped bikini alongside the members of the band Haim

'I don't like showing my belly button. When you start showing your belly button then you’re really committing to the midriff thing,' Swift said; seen in 2014 in London

And on the New Heights podcast last week on Wednesday, Swift also unveiled the cover art for The Life Of A Showgirl, which features 12 songs

'I loved what they did with those photos, so I called them up for [this album]. I am so happy with the way the photos came out with this one,' the singer explained on the podcast episode

Swift added that the cover art was meant to show what the 'end of [her] night' looks like after performing on tour; seen in 2024 in New Orleans

Sabrina Carpenter is featured on the titular track, while other song titles include The Fate Of Ophelia, Elizabeth Taylor, Opalite, Father Figure, Eldest Daughter, Ruin The Friendship, Actually Romantic, Wi$h Li$t, Wood, CANCELLED!, and Honey; seen in February in L.A.