Is Taylor Swift Hinting at Matty Healy in ‘The Melancholic Musings Studio’? Here’s What Fans Believe

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Fans are curious if Taylor Swift will mention Matty Healy in her upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department. Some of the track titles seem to suggest that she will.

While most of TTPD is expected to focus on her breakup with Joe Alwyn, a couple of song titles hint that Swift will also share insights into her past relationship with Healy, whom she dated briefly last spring.

If Tortured Poets were to narrate Swift’s life events in chronological order, the first few tracks from "Fortnite" to "But Daddy, I Love Him" may focus on Alwyn, who is 32 years old and British. However, the story might shift in track 7, titled “Florida!!!,” a song Swift collaborated on with Florence Welch. This track is significant as it was during her Eras Tour in Tampa, Florida when Swift's breakup with Alwyn was made public. After being together for nearly six years, the couple decided to part ways for good in April 2023.

Less than a month later, there were rumors that Swift had started dating Healy after he attended her Eras concerts in Nashville. They both know Jack Antonoff and have worked together as friends. In 2014, they were spotted wearing each other's merchandise, sparking speculation about their relationship.

However, the two never publicly confirmed if they were romantically involved. Later on, Healy faced backlash for saying that it felt "emasculating" to be in a relationship with someone more famous than him.

"It's fascinating how much attention the world pays to Taylor Swift," he shared with Q Magazine in 2016. He mentioned that if he had ever dated Taylor Swift, he would have felt overwhelmed by the public scrutiny. However, he later clarified his comments.

In 2021, Swift and Healy collaborated once again professionally during the making of Midnights. Healy revealed that they worked on a different version of the album, although it didn't end up being included in the final release. Additionally, Swift surprised fans by joining The 1975 on stage in London in January 2022 to perform her hit single, "Anti-Hero," live for the first time.

Swift and Healy sparked dating rumors after her breakup with Alwyn. They were seen together several times, including holding hands at a restaurant in New York City in May 2023. The speculation grew when they both mouthed the same phrase at different events, hinting at their feelings with words like, “This is about you, I love you, you know how you are,” before serenading each other with love songs.

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During a February 2023 episode of “The Adam Friedland Show” podcast, comments made by Healy resurfaced online, causing a stir. Healy had mocked rapper Ice Spice and made derogatory remarks about her ethnicity. Ice Spice later revealed that Healy had apologized multiple times for his hurtful words.

By June 2023, Taylor Swift and Matt Healy had ended their romantic relationship. According to a source, they were no longer together because their relationship was never serious, although they had fun during their time together.

Some fans speculate that Healy's questionable behavior played a role in the breakup. This is why there are rumors that Taylor Swift's songs "Guilty as Sin," "I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)," and "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" are about The 1975 frontman.

One person jokingly commented, "I can practically hear Taylor Swift singing 'I can fix him, no really I can' in the most sarcastic tone." Another fan expressed their thoughts, saying, "Did you really think Taylor was going to write a song called 'I Can Fix Him' and have it not be about Matty Healy?" A third fan pointed out, "‘The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived’ is obviously about Matty Healy. It’s not about a long term boyfriend."

Some have pointed out that Taylor Swift has often expressed her fears of not finding a partner who can handle her high-profile life in songs like “Peace,” “The Archer,” and “Anti-Hero.” In TTPD’s track 10, “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?,” the topic is also touched upon, reflecting Healy’s past concerns about dating someone with a higher level of celebrity status.

One person shared their thoughts on the song “Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me” via X, stating, “If this song is even slightly about someone who once made her feel insignificant, now pleading with her not to use her songwriting abilities against them as their relationship appears to be ending, I will be truly devastated.”

Swift has not revealed the subjects of her songs on TTPD, but she did mention during her concert in Melbourne, Australia last month that the album was a source of comfort for her during a difficult period in her life.

She shared with the audience that the album served as a reminder of the importance of songwriting in her life. Swift expressed that she had never relied on songwriting as much as she did while working on Tortured Poets.

The Tortured Poets Department hits shelves on Friday, April 19.

Editor's P/S:

The article delves into the speculation surrounding Taylor Swift's upcoming album, "The Tortured Poets Department," and its potential references to her past relationship with Matty Healy. The track titles hint at a focus on her breakup with Joe Alwyn, but some also suggest insights into her brief romance with Healy. Fans have noticed similarities between Healy's past statements about dating someone more famous than him and the lyrics of songs such as "Guilty as Sin" and "I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)," leading to rumors that they are about him.

The article also discusses Healy's controversial remarks about rapper Ice Spice, which may have contributed to the end of his relationship with Swift. Fans speculate that the song "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" reflects Healy's initial concerns about dating Swift due to her fame. While Swift has not confirmed the subjects of her songs, she has stated that "The Tortured Poets Department" provided solace during a challenging time in her life. The album's release on April 19th is eagerly anticipated by fans who hope to gain more insight into Swift's past relationships and personal journey.