Tag: The Life of a Showgirl

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Breaks Spotify’s 2025 Single-Day Streaming Record

Taylor Swift has done it again. On October 3, The Life of a Showgirl became Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day this year, reaching the milestone in less than 11 hours.

Fueled by fan anticipation, immersive experiences, and Taylor’s signature storytelling, the album’s debut was nothing short of spectacular. As streams soared, The Life of a Showgirl proved it was more than a release: It was a cultural moment.

A showstopping launch

In the days leading up to the drop, Spotify partnered with Taylor to bring the world of Showgirl to life through a three-day immersive fan experience in New York City. Fans were able to journey into a vibrant reimagining of the album’s universe complete with glittering photo moments, hidden Easter eggs, and exclusive giveaways.

Whether striking a pose or hunting for surprises, fans helped build the excitement that spilled over into release day. Check out some photos from the experience.

Spotify and Taylor Swift Connect Fans Worldwide with a Global Billboard Campaign and Exclusive Playlist

At 12:12 a.m. on August 12, Times Square lit up with something new: a bright orange-and-mint billboard featuring a Spotify code. Within minutes, fans were scanning, sharing, and listening.

To lead into the announcement of Taylor’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl, Spotify launched a worldwide activation across 12 locations. Each one featured the same minimalist billboard with no text, only the code, linking directly to a playlist on Taylor’s official Spotify profile.