In a monumental moment for both music and artist rights, Taylor Swift has officially bought back the master recordings of her first six studio albums from Shamrock Capital, reclaiming full ownership of her life’s work.
After years of legal disputes, public battles, and her bold move to re-record her catalog under “Taylor’s Version,” Swift shared the emotional news with fans in a heartfelt message:
“All of the music I’ve ever made… now belongs… to me.”
This includes not just the albums, but also her music videos, concert films, album art, photography, and unreleased songs — essentially her entire early career. Swift thanked her fans for their unwavering support through her re-recording journey, noting that the success of “Taylor’s Version” and The Eras Tour helped make this moment possible.
She praised Shamrock Capital for handling the acquisition with honesty and respect, calling the deal a turning point in her two-decade pursuit of ownership. Reflecting on the long road, Swift said:
“I almost stopped thinking it could ever happen, after 20 years of having the carrot dangled and then yanked away.”
While she acknowledged delays in the re-recording of Reputation and the debut album, Swift hinted they may still be re-imagined “from a place of celebration” in the future.
More than a personal victory, Swift emphasized the broader impact of her fight, stating she’s inspired by young artists who now negotiate to own their masters from the start — all sparked by her high-profile journey.
“Thanks to you and your goodwill, teamwork, and encouragement, the best things that have ever been mine… finally actually are.”
This marks a new chapter in music ownership, led by one of the industry’s most powerful voices.
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