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

Unraveling Taylor Swift's Cryptic 'Easter Eggs' in Life of a Showgirl!

The superstar, 35, dropped her already critically acclaimed pop album on October 3

Taylor Swift's Easter Egg Hunt: The Bigger They Are, The Harder They Fall

The earth shook yesterday as Taylor Swift dropped her 12th studio album, "The Life Of A Showgirl," and the Swifties are going wild! But it's not just about the music – it's about the secrets hidden within. Like a treasure hunt, fans are digging through lyrics to uncover the real stories behind each song.

For those who haven't been paying attention (where have you been?), Taylor Swift is known for her "Easter eggs" – cryptic messages and subtle references that reveal what she really wants to say without saying it directly. And let's just say, this album has produced a bumper crop of juicy tidbits.

The album was released just over a month after Swift, 35, first announced it

Kelce Fever: The NFL Player Who Stole Taylor's Heart

Travis Kelce, the 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs tight end, is everywhere on "The Life Of A Showgirl." Taylor sings about how he "dug her out of her grave" and saved her heart from drowning in melancholy. Fans have even pointed out that the album cover, featuring a half-submerged Taylor, is a nod to Sir John Everett Millais's famous painting of Ophelia.

But it gets steamier when you realize that Kelce's birthstone is opal, which just so happens to be mentioned in one of the songs. And let's not forget the lyrics from "Wood," which are packed with sexual innuendo and seem to celebrate Kelce's...ahem...attributes.

Swift (left) seemingly made references to her fiancé Travis Kelce (right), 35, in some of the tracks

The Feud That Won't Die: Blake Lively vs Taylor Swift

It seems like forever since we've been talking about Taylor Swift's feud with actress Blake Lively. The two were once close friends, but things took a turn when Justin Baldoni, Lively's director and co-star in "It Ends With Us," subpoenaed Swift as a witness in their ongoing legal battle.

Swifties believe that the song "Ruin The Friendship" is about this very issue, with Taylor singing about how she wishes her friend had turned into her lover. But others think it might actually be about Lively's Gucci deal, which Taylor seems to take issue with – hence the lyrics "I liked them cooked in Gucci and in scandal."

There are several clues that Blake Lively (L, pictured in 2023) was the inspiration behind Swift's (R) new song Cancelled! amid the ongoing It Ends With Us drama

Charli XCX: The Singer Who Crossed Taylor Swift

Remember when Charli XCX wrote a song about Taylor Swift called "Sympathy Is A Knife"? Well, it looks like Taylor has fired back on her new album. In the song "Actually Romantic," she sings about how insecure she felt during her brief romance with Matty Healy, and then compares Charli to "a toy chihuahua barking at me from a tiny purse." Ouch!

The Music Moguls Who Crossed Taylor Swift

Fans say Swift (right) has fired back at Charlie XCX (left) in the song Actually Romantic

Taylor's beefs with music moguls Scott Borchetta and Scooter Braun are well-documented. She accused them of bullying her in an open letter, and now she's singing about it on her album. In the song "Father Figure," she says: "I'll be your father figure... This love is pure profit." Some fans think she's targeting both Borchetta and Braun, while others believe it's just Borchetta who's getting roasted.

The Kardashians: Taylor Swift's Favorite Targets

It seems like Taylor Swift has a long-standing beef with the Kardashian-Jenner clan. In the song "Wi$h Li$t," she sings about how some people want to live a life of luxury, complete with yachts and designer clothes. But then she drops a line that fans think is specifically aimed at Kim Kardashian: "A fat ** with a baby face, They want it all."

The drama between Taylor and Kim dates back to 2016 when Kanye West released a song that seemed to diss Taylor. The two have been sniping at each other ever since.

Being a Superstar Isn't All Glamour

Taylor Swift sings about how being a superstar isn't always as glamorous as it seems. In the song "Elizabeth Taylor," she compares herself to the Hollywood icon and says, "Oftentimes it doesn't feel so glamorous to be me." She goes on to say that all her partners have promised to stay by her side, but ultimately wither away under the spotlight.

Fans think this is actually a nod to her relationship with Travis Kelce, who she wants to keep out of the public eye. But hey, being in love isn't always easy – especially when you're Taylor Swift.

As fans continue to dissect each song on "The Life Of A Showgirl," one thing is clear: Taylor Swift has never been more open and honest about her life and relationships. Whether it's her love for Travis Kelce or her beefs with the Kardashians, this album is a must-listen for anyone who loves gossip and drama.

**What do you think? Are you Team Taylor or are you on the side of her critics? Share your thoughts in the comments below!