Monica Lewinsky Takes a Playful Jab at Bill Clinton Affair with Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Lyrics

Monica Lewinsky Pokes Fun at Bill Clinton Affair Using Taylor Swift s Tortured Poets Department Lyrics

Monica Lewinsky, Taylor Swift, Bill Clinton. Getty images (3)

A line from Taylor Swift's song "The Tortured Poets Department" has sparked a funny online trend, and Monica Lewinsky is getting in on the fun.

Fans are using the lyric, "You wouldn’t last an hour in the asylum where they raised me" from Swift's song "Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me?" to joke about past memories or tough moments in their lives. Lewinsky's take on the meme, posted on social media on Wednesday, April 24, surprised many.

Lewinsky, who is now 50 years old, posted a picture of the White House with a caption suggesting that you wouldn't survive an hour in the asylum where she grew up, possibly alluding to her well-known relationship with former President Bill Clinton.

In another post on Instagram on Thursday, April 25, Lewinsky shared a screenshot of a funny meme, jokingly asking her followers to show her their asylum.

One X user praised the activist's perspective on the trend, stating, "You win!" Another user commented that if tweeting was an Olympic sport, Monica Lewinsky would have earned a gold medal with this gem. On Instagram, a user described Lewinsky's meme as "hysterical" and thanked her for bringing a big smile to their heart, especially as a 65-year-old Swiftie.

In 1998, Lewinsky became widely known after her affair with the 77-year-old Clinton was exposed to the public. The intimate relationship between the two occurred while Lewinsky was working as an intern at the White House in the 1990s.

Bill, married to Hillary Clinton, faced impeachment by the House of Representatives for his affair. He was cleared of all charges in February 1999 and served until the end of his second presidential term in 2001.

Lewinsky has addressed the scandal multiple times throughout the years. In a 2014 essay for Vanity Fair, she expressed deep regret for her involvement with Clinton.

She described the relationship as a genuine connection, with emotional closeness, frequent meetings, plans, phone calls, and gifts exchanged. Reflecting on her younger self, she admitted to being unaware of the real-world consequences and the political sacrifice she would become. Looking back now, she shakes her head in disbelief, pondering what they were thinking at the time and wishing she could turn back the clock.

Last year, she playfully joked about her romantic history when reminiscing about the scandal's 25th anniversary. In a Vanity Fair article from January 2023, she humorously remarked, "As time goes by, we tend to choose better partners."

Monica Lewinsky Pokes Fun at Bill Clinton Affair Using Taylor Swift s Tortured Poets Department Lyrics

Monica Lewinsky and President Bill Clinton. Getty Images

What Is the Best Song on Taylor Swift’s ‘The Tortured Poets Department?’

Swift, 34, shares a common experience with Lewinsky - being criticized in the public eye. In her song "Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me," released on Friday, April 19, the pop star addresses critics of her personal life and career.

In the song's bridge, the Grammy winner sings about the rumors and false perceptions surrounding her: “I’m always drunk on my own tears, isn’t that what they all said? / That I’ll sue you if you step on my lawn. That I’m fearsome and I’m wretched and I’m wrong. Put narcotics into all of my songs. And that’s why you’re still singin’ along.”

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights the witty response of Monica Lewinsky to a viral trend inspired by Taylor Swift's lyrics. Lewinsky's posts humorously refer to her past relationship with Bill Clinton, using the lyrics to poke fun at the challenging experiences she faced. Her participation in the trend reflects her ability to embrace humor and self-reflection, while also shedding light on the enduring impact of the scandal on her life.

The article also acknowledges the criticism faced by both Lewinsky and Taylor Swift in the public eye. Swift's song "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?" addresses the rumors and false perceptions that have surrounded her personal life and career. Lewinsky's involvement in the trend highlights the shared experience of being scrutinized and criticized, and her response suggests a resilience and a willingness to engage with the past in a humorous and relatable way.