Taylor Swift kicked off her European tour with a fresh lineup of songs, delighting fans in France with a mix of new tracks and old favorites. The singer-songwriter, known for her amazing shows, wowed the crowd at La Défense Arena in Paris.
Swift decided to focus on her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” by swapping out some beloved songs like “The Archer” and “The 1” for newer tunes like “Fortnight” and “Down Bad.” She looked stunning in different outfits and thanked the Paris audience for their warm welcome.
During the three-hour concert, Swift sang 46 songs from her 18-year career. Her tour is divided into different “eras” of her music, giving fans a taste of her musical journey from start to finish.
The Paris show was Swift’s first since releasing “The Tortured Poets Department,” which got mixed reviews but still sold a lot. She seamlessly blended the new songs into her setlist, making changes that fans noticed right away.
Fans were excited to hear snippets of Swift’s new album at the beginning of the show. Some favorite songs were missing, like “The Archer,” but Swift rearranged things to keep the energy up.
Throughout the concert, Swift connected with her fans, sharing stories behind her songs. Emotional tracks like “Down Bad” struck a chord with the audience, touching on themes of heartache and resilience.
As Swift continues her tour across Europe, people are looking forward to her upcoming shows in the UK. With predictions of record-breaking ticket sales, Swift’s tour confirms her status as a music icon, following in the footsteps of legends like Madonna and Michael Jackson.
Fans can’t wait to see what Swift has in store next as she takes them on a musical journey through her incredible career.
Songs added to the setlist: “Fortnight”, “Down Bad”, “But Daddy, I Love Him”, “So High School”, “Who’s Afraid Of Little Old Me”, “The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived”, “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart”,
Surprise songs / acoustic set: Paris (Midnights), Loml (Tortured Poets Department)
Songs removed from the setlist: “The Archer”, “The 1”, “Long Live”, “Tis The Damn Season”, “Tolerate It”, “The Last Great American Dynasty”