Taylor Swift's Playful Response to DJ James Kennedy's 'Cruel Summer' Remix at Coachella

Taylor Swift Hilariously Reacts to Vanderpump Rules DJ James Kennedy Remix of Cruel Summer

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Taylor Swift was taken by surprise by James Kennedy's version of "Cruel Summer."

During Kennedy's performance at Coachella's Neon Carnival, Swift, 34, was seen in the VIP section. In a TikTok video shared on Monday, April 15, it was captured that the Vanderpump Rules star, 32, played his remix of "Cruel Summer." Swift was enjoying the track, singing and dancing along in her seat until Kennedy threw her a curveball.

When the chorus came on, the DJ spiced things up by mixing in some extra bass and echoes. Swift appeared a bit confused as the vibe of her song shifted. There was a moment when Swift gazed directly at the camera with a blank expression before chatting with her friends.

In the comments section, one user asked, "Who made this version?" while another joked, "She was so surprised, she couldn't even speak."

Kennedy responded to the popular video by sharing it on his Instagram Story on Monday. He added the caption, "🩷 living for this."

Swift and her boyfriend Travis Kelce were present at the show while they were in town for Coachella. Additionally, Swift had a crossover moment with The Real Housewives of New Jersey star Teresa Giudice at the festival.

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Giudice's husband, Louis "Louie" Ruelas, took to Instagram on Sunday, April 14 to share a photo of two absolute QUEENS - Taylor Swift and his stunning wife @teresagiudice. He added hashtags like "Girl Power," "Queens," "Blessed," and "Do It Live."

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Kelce and Swift attended the desert musical festival to show support for Jack Antonoff, their friend and longtime collaborator, who was performing with his band Bleachers.

According to an eyewitness who spoke exclusively to We on Sunday, Taylor and Travis were seen in the wings of the stage during the Bleachers set. They were enthusiastically cheering, dancing, and even sharing kisses throughout the performance.

The onlooker mentioned that it seemed like they were really enjoying themselves and deeply in love.

In addition to watching her friends perform at Coachella, Swift and Kelce also enjoyed DJ Dom Dolla’s set. They were seen getting comfortable in the crowd, with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end even lifting Swift up so she could see the stage better, as shown in social media videos of the couple.

“I just imagine her being like, ‘I wish I could see the crowd…’ and him being like, ‘bet.’ ,” one fan replied while another joked, “Travis Kelce carrying the whole music industry.”

Editor's P/S:

Taylor Swift's surprise at James Kennedy's remix of "Cruel Summer" at Coachella highlights the unexpected moments that can make live music performances so memorable. While Swift initially appeared to enjoy the remix, her momentary confusion and blank stare suggest she wasn't prepared for the dramatic change in the song's atmosphere. This moment captures the excitement and unpredictability of live performances, where artists often take creative liberties with their music and leave a lasting impression on their audience.

Swift's appearance at Coachella alongside her boyfriend Travis Kelce and her interaction with Teresa Giudice of "The Real Housewives of New Jersey" further demonstrates the festival's appeal as a melting pot of celebrities and fans. These encounters underscore the social and cultural significance of Coachella as an event that transcends musical genres and brings people together.