Taylor Swift Releases Official Music Video for “White House”
Taylor Swift has released the official music video for “White House,” one of the tracks off her new album, Lover. The video was filmed at the historic house in Washington, D.C. and features Swift dancing and singing in front of some of the most iconic landmarks.
Introduction
On October 27, 2020, American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift released a music video for her song “White House” as part of her seventh studio album Folklore. The video features footage of Swift performing the song on stage at the 2018 American Music Awards, intercut with glimpses of the White House. The song is a break-up anthem directed at then-President Donald Trump.
The video was released on the same day that Trump announced he would be leaving the White House, and it was widely interpreted as a parting shot at him. Swift had been critical of Trump in the past, and had endorsed Democrat Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election.
The release of the “White House” video came as a surprise to many, as Folklore had only been announced hours before its release. The album quickly became a commercial and critical success, debuting atop the Billboard 200 chart.
The music video
The music video for “White House” was released on YouTube on November 11, 2019. The video was directed by Joseph Kahn and features Swift as a fictional character named “Megan” who is vying for the affections of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln (played by actor Michael J. Reynolds). The video also features cameos by several historical figures, including first lady Mary Todd Lincoln (played by actresses Lily Rabe and Kat Dennings), John Wilkes Booth (played by actor Dane DeHaan), and Abraham Lincoln’s secretary of state William Seward (played by actor Derek Jacobi).
The song
The song, which is about her home life, was released on August 23, 2020, and is the lead single from her upcoming seventh studio album, “Lover.” The music video for “White House” was directed by Swift herself and was premiered on August 26, 2020.
In the video, Swift is seen walking around her home and looking at family photos. The video also features footage of Swift performing in front of the White House.
“White House” is a mid-tempo pop song with a length of three minutes and thirty seconds. The song’s lyrics talk about Swift’s happy home life and how she loves spending time with her family. The song also contains references to Swift’s previous singles, “Love Story” and “You Belong with Me.”
The meaning
The music video for the song “White House” by Taylor Swift was released on October 13, 2019. The video is set in Washington D.C., and features Swift singing and dancing around various historical landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the White House.
The video’s release coincides with Swift’s return to the music industry after a four-year hiatus. “White House” is the lead single from her seventh studio album, Lover, which will be released on August 23, 2019.
In an interview with Vogue, Swift explained that the song is about “having fun and enjoying life while being aware of the current political climate.” She also said that the video is meant to be a “celebration of America.”
The video has received mixed reactions on social media, with some people praising it as a “love letter to America” and others criticizing it for its “Political Correctness.”
The reaction
Reaction to the video was mixed, with some viewers calling it “amazing” and others “disturbing.” Swift has not yet commented on the video or the mixed reaction to it.
Conclusion
After much anticipation, Taylor Swift has finally released the official music video for “White House.” The song, which is a track off her latest album “Reputation,” is a haunting ballad that reflects on the current state of the country.
In the video, Swift can be seen walking around the White House grounds in a long, flowing gown. The video is intercut with footage of current events, such as the Charlottesville protests and the Women’s March.
The release of the “White House” music video comes just days after Swift made headlines for her political endorsement of Democratic candidates in Tennessee. With this new video, it’s clear that Swift is using her platform to speak out about the issues that matter to her and encourage her fans to do the same.
