I think she makes objectively bad pop music with simple-minded and often narcissistic lyrics. I don’t have a problem with Swifties who are children or casual listeners for nostalgia’s sake, but I am infuriated by grown adults who close themselves off to any other artistic expression to focus all their energy on idol worship of a performer who is so mediocre in vocals, stage presence, and songwriting.
There are so so many female artists who are more genuine, talented, captivating, and more deserving of praise and listenership than her that it actually astounds me. It feels like I’m stuck in a buffet with a million offerings and instead of getting some delicious, fresh, local meal crafted by a chef with years of experience and real passion for what they do, everyone is lined up at the one station that serves day-old IHOP pancakes and lukewarm Wawa coffee creamer.