Taylor Swift’s 12th Album, The Life of a Showgirl: Release Date, Track List, Collaborations, And More

Taylor Swift’s 12th Album The Life of a Showgirl: Taylor Swift has dropped the exciting news of her twelfth studio album, ‘The Life of a Showgirl’. The surprise reveal came during her guest appearance on the New Heights podcast, hosted by her boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason. In the podcast, she told the Kelce brothers, “This album is about what was going on behind the scenes in my inner life during this tour, which was so exuberant and electric and vibrant. I’m so proud of it. And it comes from the most infectiously joyful, wild, dramatic place I was in in my life, so that effervescence has come through on this record. So as you said, bangers.”

Here’s everything you need to know about the title, release date, and more: 

Taylor Swift’s 12th Album The Life of a Showgirl Release Date 

Fans won’t have to wait too long for the new album. Taylor Swift also revealed the released date and pre-order details in her Instagram post, she wrote, “Pre-order The Life of a Showgirl: “It’s Beautiful” Limited Release Deluxe CD now on my site. Available for 72 hours while supplies last. ‍‍❤️‍🔥

Album Producers: Max Martin, Shellback and Taylor Swift

📸: Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott” 

 

 

 

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• Release Date: October 3, 2025, with vinyl editions shipping by around October 13, 2025. 

Taylor Swift’s 12th Album The Life of a Showgirl Eye-Catching Album Visual

The album’s visual concept is just as captivating as its name:

 

 

 

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• Cover Design: Taylor Swift appears submerged in mint-green water, wearing a glittering costume, shot by the renowned duo Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.

• Theme: She explains that the image reflects her life behind the scenes, the moments after the show ends, the real emotions and exhaustion she felt while touring. 

• Era Colours: Bright orange and mint green dominate the visuals, invoking the classic showgirl glamour of Taylor Swift. 

Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: Track List And Collaborations For The 12th Album 

In her latest Instagram post, the pop singer shared the track list from the new album which consists of 12 songs, captioned as, “And, baby, that’s show business for you. New album The Life of a Showgirl. Out October 3 ❤️‍🔥

Album Producers: Max Martin, Shellback and Taylor Swift

📸: Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott” 

1. The Fate of Ophelia

2. Elizabeth Taylor

3. Opalite

4. Father Figure

5. Eldest Daughter

6. Ruin the Friendship

7. Actually Romantic

8. Wi$h Li$t

9. Wood

10. CANCELLED!

11. Honey

12. The Life of a Showgirl (featuring Sabrina Carpenter)

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Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: Production Team And Musical Style

• Producers: Taylor worked exclusively with pop legends Max Martin and Shellback, alongside herself. Notably, Jack Antonoff, her frequent collaborator, is absent from the credits.

   

   

   

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• Writing Process: The album was created during breaks in her Eras Tour across Europe. She balanced shows with recording sessions in Sweden. 

• Tone And Vision: She describes the album as more polished and upbeat. Fans can expect melodies, sharp, and vibrant lyrics. 

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Taylor Swift's 12th Album: Why Are Swifties Excited For The Life of a Showgirl?

• It marks Taylor’s creative comeback. 

• The sleek, showgirl-inspired visuals and twelve-track album promise depth and connection with fans. 

• A collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter on the title track adds extra excitement among fans. 

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Image credit: Instagram/ Taylor Swift