Taylor Swift recently released the video for her new single, “Fortnight,” and fans were ecstatic to see the familiar faces that made cameo appearances in the video. Swift’s character in the video is depicted as being subjected to scientific experiments following a failed love affair. The video, shot in cinematic black and white, features renowned actors such as Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles, who played scientists. Additionally, her musical collaborator Post Malone also made an appearance in the video.
On Instagram, Taylor Swift shared her thoughts on the casting decisions made for the video. She explained that the visuals in the video were meant to represent the worlds she envisioned while creating the music. According to Swift, every aspect of the video serves as a metaphor or reference to different elements of the album. She expressed her gratitude towards Post Malone for his contribution to the collaboration, praising his portrayal as the “tortured tragic hero.” Furthermore, Swift marvelled at the opportunity to work with Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles, referring to them as the “coolest guys on earth.”
Within nine hours of its release, the video garnered nearly 10 million views on YouTube, indicating the immense popularity of Taylor Swift’s new content. Josh Charles took to Instagram to express his admiration for Swift, highlighting her genuine and kind nature. Additionally, the mention of Swift’s album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” breaking Spotify records with over 200 million streams in a single day showcases the singer’s continued success in the music industry. This achievement adds to Swift’s impressive track record of holding the top three most-streamed albums in a single day on Spotify.
Through her creative vision and collaboration with talented individuals, Taylor Swift continues to captivate audiences with her groundbreaking music videos and chart-topping albums. The success of “Fortnight” and “The Tortured Poets Department” further solidifies Swift’s position as a dominant force in the music industry, setting new records and captivating fans with her storytelling prowess and musical talent.