- Did Taylor Swift’s Friend Lucy Dacus Confirm Who Inspired ‘Lucy’ on TTPD? she sure did and it’s her own name in the title track.
- Taylor texted Lucy for permission before dropping her name showing their tight-knit friendship.
- Lucy found hearing her name in the song surreal especially since it was her first time listening as Taylor’s friend.
- The track ties into Taylor’s past with Matty Healy stirring up old drama with Lucy’s rocky connection to him.
Lucy Dacus, the well-known indie rock artist from Boygenius, recently shared some exciting news about her involvement in Taylor Swift’s upcoming album, The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD). This revelation has sparked a lot of buzz among Taylor Swift fans who are eagerly waiting for the album’s release.
During an interview with People on March 27, 2025, Lucy, who is 29 years old, confirmed that she is the ‘Lucy’ referenced in the title track of the album. What makes this revelation even more intriguing is the fact that Taylor Swift, aged 35, purposely included Lucy’s name in the song, indicating a strong connection between the two musicians.
“She actually texted me and asked for my approval,”
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Lucy shared, giving us a glimpse into their friendship.
This revelation adds a layer of depth to the song, believed by many to delve into Taylor Swift’s past relationship with Matty Healy of The 1975. Since its release last April, fans have been analyzing every lyric of the track, trying to decipher its meaning. Lucy Dacus’ confirmation provides clarity on this aspect of the song, resolving a long-standing mystery and igniting further discussions among fans.
Imagine Lucy pressing play on TTPD for the first time, knowing her name is about to be mentioned in a Taylor Swift song.
“I was like, ‘Oh, this is so crazy,’”
she told People.
“This is the first Taylor record to come out since I met her, and listening to a friend’s album feels so much different than hearing from someone you don’t know.”
Can you believe it? Hearing your name sung by a pop star whose music has been the backdrop to so many lives—it’s pretty surreal. Lucy called it “definitely an experience,” admitting she just sat there thinking, “Huh. Wow.” She even gave Taylor some credit, saying the album’s “super open-hearted” in a way that’s rare for someone of her status.
It’s a lovely nod to their friendship, which has been evident at events like the 2024 Grammys, where they were caught sharing smiles together. Meanwhile, Matty Healy’s complicated history with Lucy (think awkward exchanges and a deactivated account) adds even more intrigue to the whole story.
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Last Updated on March 28, 2025 by 247 News Around The World