Under the name of Taylor’s version, Taylor Swift he has been able to re-record and re-release his previous albums, with a new interpretation of his beloved songs. Their first six albums are the ones that received and continue to receive their re-recording: Taylor Swift (2006), fearless (2008), Speak now (2010), Schedule (2012), 1989 (2014) and Reputation (2017).

This is due to a dispute between singer And the music entrepreneur Scooter brownwhich originated in June 2019 then Braun acquired the Big Machine Label Group company, which held the recording rights to early albums by Taylor Swift. This acquisition included the rights to the master recordings of his albums from his 2006 debut to Reputation in 2017.

fast expressed his dissatisfaction with the purchase of Big Machine Label Group on social media and in interviews Braunbecause he felt he hadn’t had the chance to buy his own recordings and maintain control over his music.

She also revealed that she was not willing to cooperate Braun and that she was very uncomfortable with the idea of ​​him controlling her previous job. She expressed concern about the possibility of that Braun influence his future work and how his musical legacy would be treated.

The situation became even more public when the American singer-songwriter announced her intention to re-record her first albums in an initiative she called Taylor’s version. This was his way of regaining control of his original recordings and retaining ownership of his music. fast she wanted to ensure that her fans experienced the songs as she envisioned them, without the controversial purchase of the original recordings tainting her legacy.

The dispute between Taylor Swift and Scooter Brown warned of the complexities of recording ownership and rights in the music industry, as well as the relationships between artists and the people who manage their catalogs. The controversy also sparked conversations about justice and the empowerment of artists in the entertainment industry.

In the words of Taylor Swift: “Music is a fundamental part of who we are as artists and as people. I want my fans to experience my songs as I envisioned them from the beginning. ‘Taylor’s version‘ is an act of love for my fans and a chance to honor the bond we’ve shared over the years.” 1989 it is the next album to be re-recorded.