Hardly any pop stars write their own songs. Frank Sinatra wrote exactly one song, and if anybody knows it, it’s because they know it as the one song he wrote. It would be far easier to list the pop stars who did write their own music, because it’s like the Beatles, Prince, and Lady Gaga. Taylor Swift, for what it’s worth, writes lyrics and collaborates on the tune, so I wouldn’t even put her in that list with the others I mentioned. I’m sure there are a few big ones I’m missing.
You asked why she’s so big right now. She’s big because people enjoy her music and feel a personal connection with her. It’s not that complicated. You understand “pop” is short for “popular” right? The music is catchy, and she is likeable for all the aformentioned reasons.
As for celebrity culture and the unhealthy obsession with fame, that’s not new. Swift is just currently at the top of the pyramid.
If that’s what you’re saying, then yes, we’re saying the same thing.
Hardly any pop stars write their own songs. Frank Sinatra wrote exactly one song, and if anybody knows it, it’s because they know it as the one song he wrote. It would be far easier to list the pop stars who did write their own music, because it’s like the Beatles, Prince, and Lady Gaga. Taylor Swift, for what it’s worth, writes lyrics and collaborates on the tune, so I wouldn’t even put her in that list with the others I mentioned. I’m sure there are a few big ones I’m missing.
You asked why she’s so big right now. She’s big because people enjoy her music and feel a personal connection with her. It’s not that complicated. You understand “pop” is short for “popular” right? The music is catchy, and she is likeable for all the aformentioned reasons.
As for celebrity culture and the unhealthy obsession with fame, that’s not new. Swift is just currently at the top of the pyramid.
If that’s what you’re saying, then yes, we’re saying the same thing.