Episode Details

"Bad Blood" is a prominent pop song by Taylor Swift from her 2014 album 1989, exploring themes of betrayal and fractured friendship. A highly successful remix featuring Kendrick Lamar was released in 2015, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and winning multiple Grammy and MTV awards. The track is well-known for its star-studded, cinematic music video directed by Joseph Kahn, which features a large cast of female celebrities in an action-movie setting. While the song received polarized reviews regarding its lyrical depth, it became a massive commercial success with multi-platinum certifications globally. Following a dispute over her master recordings, Swift released a re-recorded "Taylor’s Version" in 2023, featuring both the solo and Lamar versions. The sources also highlight various live performances and a notable alt-country cover of the track by Ryan Adams.