All You Need to Know About Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ Album Release

Taylor Swift sent shockwaves through her fandom by announcing her 12th studio album during her debut appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast.

“This is my brand new album,” the Grammy winner shared in a teaser clip for the Aug. 13 episode of Travis and Jason Kelce’s show.

Leading up to the announcement, Swift’s website featured a countdown to 12:12 a.m. on Aug. 12.

Here’s everything we know about the new album so far.

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Taylor Swift confirmed the titular song on the album, “The Life of a Showgirl” would feature Sabrina Carpenter during the “New Heights” podcast.

The song will be the last track on the album, according to the track list.

Rumors were running high that Sabrina Carpenter might be featured on the new album ahead of the confirmation.

Fans noticed the “Manchild” songstress’ website featured an announcement entry for Aug. 12, though she didn’t include a description.

One also pointed out on X that Carpenter was in a Taylor Nation picture shared on Aug. 11.

Carpenter opened for several of Swift’s Eras Tour concerts and performed alongside the record-breaking artist at her New Orleans tour stop in October 2024.

Alternate Covers

Swift announced this album would have multiple covers for fans to chose from.

All of them feature the singer in showgirl and burlesque clothing.

One of the covers, titled “It’s Frightening Edition,” shows the singer crawling over seats in a black outfit, while the “Rapturous Edition” shows Swift covering her face with her hands while donning a black wig and feathered fit.

The “Beautiful Edition” shows the singer in a bejeweled outfit as she bites her nail in a seductive pose.