“DEBUTATION is Coming!” — Fans React to Taylor Swift’s Our Song and Call It What You Want Mashup at New Orleans Eras Tour
The sensational Eras Tour by Taylor Swift made a remarkable stop in New Orleans on October 25, marking the commencement of a three-show series at the Caesars Superdome. The event attracted over 50,000 dedicated admirers from across the nation, prompting local establishments such as restaurants, bars, and hotels to embrace the Taylor Swift phenomenon by launching Eras Tour-inspired menus, hosting fan gatherings, and arranging special contests for the Swiftie community.
During the tour’s opening night, Taylor delighted her audience with an unexpected mashup of tracks from her debut studio album released in 2006 and her 2017 work, Reputation. The crowd was treated to a medley featuring the iconic songs Our Song and Call It What You Want.
Fans immediately flocked to social media platforms to share their reactions to this surprise mashup, pondering whether it signaled the forthcoming release of Taylor’s renditions of both albums. Some of the most notable comments on X included:
“DEBUTATION is coming!!!!!”one fan exclaimed, merging the terms ‘debut’ and ‘reputation.’
“What a brilliant mashup, starting with her self-titled album!”commented another enthusiastic listener.
“DEBUTATION AGAIN!? !?!omg!? !”gushed yet another user.
Among the fans, one expressed admiration for Taylor Swift’s ‘fantastic’ musical journey in response to the New Orleans performance.
“The mashup of ‘Our Song’ and ‘Call It What You Want’ during the Eras Tour in New Orleans was simply amazing! Fans must have been over elated to witness those beloved hits intertwined. The energy at her performances is always electric! What a wonderful tribute to her discography!”wrote the fan on X.
“Yaaas, that sounds spectacular! Hope you’re getting tickets soon!”enthused another user.
“Wow!!! This combination is a fantasy… How did they come up with this? It’s such an amazing mash-up!”wondered yet another fan.
One eager follower requested a video of the performance, expressing their thoughts on X:
“VIDEO RIGHT NOW”
“What an impressive mashup! Witnessing Taylor unite ‘Our Song’ and ‘Call It What You Want’ live must have been pure magic!”cheered another fan.
“Taylor Swift’s mashup of ‘Our Song’ and ‘Call It What You Want’ at the Eras Tour in New Orleans was a stunning mix of nostalgia and empowerment,”commented one fan on X.
Where did the Eras Tour by Taylor Swift officially begin? A look at the concert in Glendale, Arizona
The highly anticipated Eras Tour by Taylor Swift made its grand debut on March 17 in Glendale, Arizona, at the State Farm Stadium. This spectacular three-hour event took fans on a nostalgic voyage through the various eras of her illustrious career.
Kicking off the concert with the Lover era, Taylor enthralled the crowd with Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince, showcasing her sparkle in an eye-catching outfit. She then treated the audience to the live debut of Cruel Summer.
Following the Lover era, performances from Evermore filled the stadium, with Champagne Problems and Willow resonating through the venue. Swift signaled the beginning of her Reputation era when a massive LED snake slithered its way across the stage, leading into performances of Don’t Blame Me and Delicate.
Shifting into her Red era, she delivered hits like I Knew You Were Trouble and We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, culminating in a full rendition of the emotional 10-minute All Too Well.
After the Red era, the Folklore section saw the 14-time Grammy winner mesmerizing the audience with Cardigan, Invisible String, and an acoustic take on Mirrorball. At this point, Taylor excitedly announced that each concert in the Eras Tour would feature an acoustic version of a different song.
The concert transitioned into a vibrant dance medley from the 1989 era, incorporating favorites such as Blank Space, Shake It Off, and Wildest Dreams. The nostalgic atmosphere continued as she honored her Fearless album, performing timeless classics like Love Story and You Belong With Me, along with a piano rendition of Tim McGraw.
The spectacular three-hour event concluded with Taylor presenting songs from her 2022 album, Midnights. Reportedly, she performed over forty tracks for an audience exceeding 69,000 attendees at the inaugural concert of the Eras Tour.
Since the launch of her Eras Tour, Taylor Swift has consistently surpassed records with each new concert. By the close of 2023, the tour had generated over a billion dollars in revenue, establishing it as the highest-grossing concert tour ever. Remarkably, at that point, the tour hadn’t even reached the midpoint of its expansive 152-show schedule.
Following the three shows in New Orleans, the tour is set to travel to downtown Indianapolis, where Taylor is scheduled to perform from November 1-3 at the Lucas Oil Stadium.
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