Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In this episode, I’m diving into track number two of Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl: “Elizabeth Taylor.” After being blown away by The Fate of Ophelia, I couldn’t wait to see what Taylor, Max Martin, and Shellback have in store next.
Together, we’ll break down the song’s key, chord progression, melody structure, and lyrical craft — from its clever rhyme between “Plaza Athénée” and “glamorous to be me” to its lush pre-chorus built on the tension of E minor to F major.
We’ll also talk about:
How Taylor builds secondary hooks right inside the verse
Why the III minor → IV major progression is perfect for short pre-choruses
How combining bridge and chorus motifs creates a powerful final section
If you enjoy learning how great pop songs are written, this deep dive will help you see Elizabeth Taylor in a whole new light.

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