Travis Kelce confirms fan theories about Taylor Swift's new album whilst dropping more clues
Topics: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Celebrity, US News, Music
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Topics: Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, Celebrity, US News, Music
Travis Kelce might have just burst fiancée Taylor Swift's newly-engaged bubble by confirming a series of fan theories on 'easter eggs' she recently dropped whilst promoting her upcoming album.
For those in need of a reminder, the Grammy-winner blindsided her fanbase earlier this month by appearing as a special guest on her NFL beau's New Heights podcast, which he shares with brother Jason Kelce.
During the hotly anticipated episode, Tay and Trav, both 35, not only reflected on their 2-year relationship's early days, but also discussed her latest musical project.
Days earlier, the 'Love Story' singer had given her fans a first glimpse at her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, which is set for release in October.
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And unsurprisingly, with the music announcement and podcast appearance both hitting headlines within such close proximity, fans quickly contrived theories that the latter could give them some clues on the former.
Basically, many convinced themselves that Taylor had hidden clues - or 'easter eggs' - within the podcast that are linked to aspects of her album.
Writers at The Everygirl have referenced three books that were sitting in the background during her chat with Travis. One had an orange cover (one of the themes of her release's new cover), and was written about artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, who died on August 12 (another possible link to Taylor's 12th album).
Another book was written by Ruth Asawa, who died at 87 years old (Travis's Kansas City Chiefs' jersey number), whilst a third bears Taylor's signature red lip on the cover.
Whiskey Riff reporters also pointed out that, during the podcast, Taylor referenced her obsession with baking sourdough, which could be linked to the San Francisco 49ers' (current Super Bowl title holders) mascot, Sourdough Sam.
As such, some have suggested her potential involvement in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium as part of the promotion for her new album.
As we say, in the latest instalment of the Kelce brothers' popular podcast (which did not feature Taylor), Travis chimed in on these fan theories, confirming that some were right on the money.
"I do have to ask you this," Jason begins during the ep. "I mean, I kind of already know the answer because we've talked in depth, but I feel this should be a question to you.
"The most important question from the episode, 'Is Taylor happy with the episode?'"
In response, Travis - who, with Taylor, shared news of their engagement on Instagram last night (26 Aug) - confirmed: "Oh yeah, she walked away, like, flying around.
"She was having so much fun getting to tell everyone about the album, and obviously dropping a few easter eggs and seeing if everyone caught on."
Jason then interrupted: "So, there are easter eggs?"
Following a brief pause, Travis then claimed: "I've already said too much, Jason."
Whilst not confirming exactly which coincidences were conscious decisions, his latest comments have since sent fans further into a frenzy, a number of whom have since churned out new suggestions.
"There were a few things she said where I was like, 'That's probably a lyric'," one Swiftie wrote on X.
Another added: "47 is obviously one of them. I think another one is effervescence."
And a third penned: "47 is the album length."