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Taylor Swift: 1989

How well do you know the synth-pop shift that redefined Taylor Swift’s career. From chart milestones to collaborators, explore the world of ‘1989’.

In which year did Taylor Swift release the album ‘1989’?

2019

2017

2012

2014

The album arrived in late October 2014. It marked a new era in her career.

‘1989’ was released on which record label?

Atlantic Records

Republic Records

Big Machine Records

Columbia Records

At the time Swift was signed to Big Machine. Her later re-recordings used a different label arrangement.

Which style best describes the primary sound of ‘1989’?

Folk rock

Hip hop

Country pop

Synth-pop

Swift deliberately pivoted to mainstream pop. The production emphasizes synths and crisp hooks.

Which song was the lead single from ‘1989’?

Shake It Off

Style

Look What You Made Me Do

Cardigan

The single debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100. It introduced the album’s pop direction.

Who co-wrote ‘Out of the Woods’ with Taylor Swift?

Brendon Urie

Jack Antonoff

Ryan Tedder

Ed Sheeran

Antonoff became a frequent collaborator. This track showcases their synth-driven approach.

‘1989’ won which top honor at the 2016 Grammy Awards?

Record of the Year

Song of the Year

Best New Artist

Album of the Year

The Recording Academy recognized it with Album of the Year. It also won Best Pop Vocal Album.

Which ‘1989’ single had a hit remix featuring Kendrick Lamar?

Style

All You Had To Do Was Stay

Bad Blood

Wildest Dreams

The remix topped charts with new verses. Its video premiered with an ensemble cast.

Which producer pair worked extensively across ‘1989’?

Finneas and Dan Nigro

Greg Kurstin and Mark Ronson

Timbaland and Pharrell Williams

Max Martin and Shellback

They co-produced several singles and album tracks. Their punchy pop sound defined the record.

Which ‘1989’ track also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100?

Blank Space

Style

Out of the Woods

Clean

‘Blank Space’ replaced ‘Shake It Off’ at No. 1. It further cemented the album’s dominance.

What visual aesthetic is used on the ‘1989’ cover art?

Polaroid-style photograph

Live concert shot

3D-rendered graphic

Hand-drawn illustration

The cover resembles an instant photo with a cropped portrait. CD versions included collectible Polaroid prints.

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