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Nearly a decade after one of pop culture’s most talked-about celebrity feuds, Kim Kardashian is revealing a surprising truth: she still listens to Taylor Swift’s music.
In a recent appearance on her sister Khloé Kardashian’s podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, Kim shared that several of Taylor Swift’s older songs remain on her personal playlists — even after their highly publicized fallout in 2016.
“I have some of her older songs in my playlist,” Kim said during the episode. “I’ve always thought she’s a super talented, great artist.”
The comment quickly caught fans’ attention, as Kim and Taylor’s feud became one of the most dramatic celebrity conflicts of the last decade.
A Feud That Defined a Pop Culture Era
The tension between Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift traces back to Kanye West’s 2016 song “Famous.” In the track, Kanye — who was married to Kim at the time — included controversial lyrics referencing Taylor, claiming he “made that [expletive] famous.”
Taylor publicly denied approving the full lyric. However, Kim later released edited footage of a phone call between Kanye and Taylor, suggesting Taylor had given her approval. This sparked massive online backlash against Taylor and led to widespread criticism.
Years later, a longer, unedited version of the call surfaced, showing that Taylor was not fully informed about the explicit wording. Many fans felt the new footage supported Taylor’s version of events and reignited debate over how the situation was handled.
Kim Says She’s Moved On — At Least Musically
Despite the past drama, Kim now says she has no issue enjoying Taylor’s music. On the podcast, she explained that her love for country music is part of why she still listens to some of Taylor’s earlier work.
“I love country music,” Kim shared, adding that she grew up listening to artists like Shania Twain and Carrie Underwood. Taylor Swift’s early albums, which leaned heavily into country, remain favorites for her.
Kim also made it clear that she respects Taylor’s talent, even if their personal history is complicated.
Fans were especially surprised by the admission, given how intense the feud once became on social media and in the press.
Taylor Swift Has Addressed the Fallout in Her Music
While Kim appears ready to leave the feud in the past, Taylor Swift has continued to reflect on the experience through her music.
In 2024, Taylor released a song titled thanK you aIMee, from her album The Tortured Poets Department. Fans quickly noticed that the capital letters in the title spell out “KIM,” leading to widespread speculation that the song references Kim Kardashian.
The lyrics describe a bully from the past and explore themes of emotional pain, resilience, and personal growth. Though Taylor has never officially confirmed who the song is about, many listeners believe it reflects her feelings about the 2016 controversy.
Taylor has also spoken openly about how deeply the feud affected her. In past interviews, she described the period as emotionally devastating and said it led to feelings of isolation and distrust.
A Long Road to Public Peace
Over the years, there have been small signs that tensions may be easing. In 2023, Kim and her daughter North were seen dancing to one of Taylor’s hit songs in a social media video, which many fans viewed as a light-hearted moment.
Still, neither Kim nor Taylor has publicly confirmed that they have personally reconciled. The relationship remains distant, but Kim’s recent comments suggest that at least on a musical level, she has put the feud behind her.
Fans React to the Unexpected Reveal
Social media quickly lit up after Kim’s podcast appearance. Some fans praised her for acknowledging Taylor’s talent, while others questioned whether the comments signaled a deeper shift in how Kim views the past.
Many Swift fans remain protective of Taylor and continue to debate the lasting impact of the feud. At the same time, some welcomed the idea that both stars may finally be moving on.
A Reminder of How Celebrity Drama Lingers
The Kardashian-Swift feud remains a powerful example of how celebrity conflicts can follow stars for years — even when both sides try to move forward.
For Kim, listening to Taylor Swift’s music appears to be a sign of personal growth and separation between art and past conflict. For Taylor, turning painful experiences into music has become part of her storytelling and healing process.
While a public reconciliation seems unlikely anytime soon, Kim’s latest comments show that time — and good music — can soften even the most famous celebrity feuds.
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