Fun Facts about Taylor Swift that You May Not Have Known About

Swifties unite! Here are 10 Fun facts about Taylor Swift that you might find a little interesting:

1.Name Inspiration:

Taylor Swift's parents named her after the singer-songwriter James Taylor, showcasing their love for music.

2. Pennsylvania Roots:

Who knew Taylor spent part of her childhood on a Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania. I suppose you could guess the experience inspired her song "Christmas Tree Farm."

3. Song writing Prodigy:

Taylor Swift wrote her first song, "Lucky You," at the age of 12 after a computer repairman taught her how to play three guitar chords.

4. Lucky Number 13:

Taylor considers the number 13 her lucky number. She often includes it in her life, such as writing it on her hand during performances.

5. Acting Career:

In addition to her music career, Taylor has pursued acting. She appeared in films like "Valentine's Day" and "The Giver" and had a cameo in an episode of "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation."

6. Teardrops on My Guitar:

The song "Teardrops on My Guitar" was inspired by Taylor's real-life crush on a boy named Drew Hardwick during high school.

7. Trademarking Phrases:

Taylor Swift is known for trademarking certain phrases from her songs, including "This Sick Beat" from "Shake It Off" and "Swiftmas" for her gift-giving initiatives.

8. Hidden Messages:

Taylor often includes hidden messages in her album booklets. Fans eagerly decipher these clues, adding an extra layer of intrigue to her releases.

9. Cat Lady:

Taylor is a self-proclaimed cat lover and has three cats: Meredith Grey, Olivia Benson, and Benjamin Button. She often shares adorable photos of them on social media.

10. Generous Philanthropist:

Taylor Swift is known for her philanthropy. In 2020, she surprised fans by donating $3,000 each to help them during the COVID-19 pandemic, based on their personal financial struggles.

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