FEARLESSEven as a teenager, Taylor proved she was fearless. At 13, she had the courage to pitch herself to record labels.This album became one of the most significant musical events of the year, with sales in the first week alone exceedinghalf a million. What you are about to read is the beginning of Taylor's infamous feud with rapper Kanye West, whichhappened during the Fearless era.Explaining her choice of the album name, she said: "Fearless means standing up and fighting again and again... It's braveto believe that someday things will change." This determination encapsulates her approach to both her career and life ingeneral.It happened at the 2009 MTV VMAs, while Taylor was on stage to receive the award for Best Female Video for "YouBelong With Me." In the middle of her speech, Kanye stormed the stage, grabbed the microphone, and said that Beyoncéshould have won.Taylor's feud with Kanye ended in 2015, again at the MTV VMAs, when Swift went to receive the award for Video ofthe Year for "Bad Blood." She gave the award to Kanye after first saying almost the same words he said to her in2009.The album Fearless was released on November 11, 2008, and is her second studio album. The album was mainly writtenduring her 2007-2008 tour, and it was produced by Taylor herself and Nathan Chapman. It was recorded in variousstudios, such as Blackbird, Sound Cottage, and Starstruck in Nashville. Taylor collaborated with other songwriters like LizRose, Hillary Lindsey, Colbie Caillat, and John Rich for the album. It is a country-pop album that combines traditionalcountry instruments like banjo, fiddles, and acoustic guitars with electric guitars and strings, creating a country-popsound with influences from pop, folk, and rock. The lyrics explore themes of love and heartbreak, using fairy tale-inspiredimagery.The album was a huge commercial success, selling over 12 million copies worldwide and winning numerous awards,including Album of the Year at the 2010 Grammy Awards.It includes songs that became well-known in a short time, such as "Love Story," "You Belong with Me," and "WhiteHorse." Some of the most famous songs from the album are:• "Love Story": One of Taylor Swift's most successful songs, telling a romantic story inspired by Romeo and Juliet.• "You Belong with Me": A song describing the singer's desire to be with someone who is already in a relationship withanother girl.• "White Horse": A song exploring the disappointment and loss of a relationship that wasn't what it seemed.• "Fifteen": A song about Taylor Swift's high school experiences and first loves.• "Fearless": The title track of the album, describing the feeling of absolute freedom and courage when in love. FEARLESS TOURThe Fearless Tour was Taylor Swift's first headlining tour, promoting her second album, Fearless (2008). Taylor openedher tour dressed in this now-iconic marching band uniform. She wore a yellow and white jacket with gold details, a whiteshirt, and a pleated skirt, inspired by the attire of marching band musicians.The tour started on April 23, 2009, and ended on July 10, 2010, covering 118 concerts in the United States, Canada,England, Australia, Japan, and the Bahamas. It included supporting acts from artists like Kellie Pickler, Gloriana, andJustin Bieber. Taylor Swift performed songs mainly from the Fearless album but also included some from her first album.The tour was highly successful, with over 1.2 million attendees and revenues exceeding $66.5 million.Taylor's stage presence was theatrical and dramatic, inspired by her songs. The tour included impressive sets andcostumes, as well as special effects that enhanced the audience's experience. Taylor often writes the number 13 on herhand for each concert, especially during her early albums. She writes it on her right hand with a black outline (sometimesdone with eyeliner) and usually fills it with green paint and glitter. Although considered unlucky by some, the number 13 isTaylor's favorite and luckiest number. When asked about its significance, the associations proved peculiar. Not only wasshe born on December 13, but she also turned thirteen on Friday the 13th (considered an unlucky day in the US andelsewhere), her first album went gold in 13 weeks, and her first number one song had a 13-second intro. "Basically, whena 13 appears in my life, it's a good thing," she said in a 2009 MTV interview. Another proof that 13 is a lucky numberfor Taylor is that the digits of "Lover," "Folklore," and "Midnights" as well as the release dates of her albums, also add upto 13.During the Fearless Tour, Taylor makes a heart with her hands . She does this as a way to express her love andappreciation for her fans. This gesture became iconic and symbolizes the connection and interaction she has with heraudience. It's a simple yet powerful way to show how important her fans are to her. SONGSFearless has been released in various versions. Some of these are:Fearless (International Version)FearlessFifteenLove StoryHey StephenWhite HorseYou Belong with MeBreathe (feat. Colbie Caillat)Tell Me WhyYou’re Not SorryThe Way I Loved YouForever & AlwaysThe Best DayChangeFearless (Platinum Edition)Jump Then FallUntouchableForever & Always (Piano Version)Come In With the RainSuperStarThe Other Side of the DoorFearlessFifteenLove StoryHey StephenWhite HorseYou Belong with MeBreathe (feat. Colbie Caillat)Tell Me WhyYou’re Not Sorry The Way I Loved YouForever & AlwaysThe Best DayChangeFearless (karaoke Version)Fearless (karaoke Version)Fifteen (karaoke Version)Love Story (Karaoke Version)Hey Stephen (Karaoke Version)White Horse (karaoke Version)You Belong with Me (Karaoke Version)Breathe (feat. Colbie Caillat) [Karaoke Version]Tell Me Why (Karaoke Version)You’re Not Sorry (Karaoke Version)The Way I Loved You (Karaoke Version)Forever & Always (Karaoke Version)The Best Day (Karaoke Version)Change (Karaoke Version)And Fearless (Taylor’s Version).
