An Unlikely Vinyl Surprise
Taylor Swift fans were treated to the release of Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) on July 7, 2023, but one Swiftie’s experience with the new vinyl raised some eyebrows. TikTok user @mischief_marauder shared a video revealing a bizarre malfunction when her orchid-colored vinyl appeared to play something entirely unexpected.
In the clip, the fan questioned, “Does anyone else’s Speak Now vinyl not have Taylor Swift on it?” As the vinyl spun, instead of the anticipated Speak Now tracks, viewers heard unsettling and cryptic phrases like “I quit seeing people, quit looking at the flakes of flesh and dancing organisms.” The fan laughed, confused, and jokingly stated, “Speak Now, not Taylor’s Version.”
The Mystery Deepens
Intrigued and concerned, the fan shared a second video, where she revealed both sides of the vinyl played a strange track titled “Happy Land.” The mystery of the malfunction had fans buzzing in the comments, with many Swifties tagging Taylor Nation, hoping for answers. Some even jokingly suggested that the malfunctioning vinyl might become a future collector’s item. “You guys gotta send this girl a new album and a Speak Now cardigan—it’s the rules,” one fan wrote, while others speculated that this could be a rare mistake worth keeping.
Swift’s Re-recording Journey
The Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) vinyl is part of Taylor Swift’s larger project of re-recording her earlier albums in order to regain control of her music rights. Originally released in 2010, Speak Now was Swift’s third studio album, and the newly re-recorded version features six bonus tracks from the vault, along with remastered versions of fan favorites.
As with her previous re-recordings, Swift made some adjustments, including a controversial lyric change in the song “Better Than Revenge.” The update to the line, which originally targeted a past relationship, has sparked mixed reactions from her dedicated fans. Despite this, Swift has expressed the personal importance of revisiting Speak Now and capturing the essence of her growth during that time.
A Collector’s Dream?
While the reason behind the malfunction remains unclear, the vinyl’s glitch has sparked chatter across social media about whether this particular pressing could become a rare find. Fans are eagerly awaiting further clarification, and some are hoping this oddity might even hold value in the future.
In the meantime, Taylor Swift’s Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) continues to garner attention for its new tracks, reworked classics, and the passion she’s poured into reclaiming her music. Whether or not the malfunctioning vinyl is a one-off or a happy accident, it adds another layer to the intriguing story behind Swift’s re-recording journey.