'The significance of...': When Taylor Swift talked about her lucky number; stating REASONS are 'really weird'

Did you know that back in 2009, Taylor Swift openly discussed the significance of the number 13 in her life and how it all coincided in a 'really weird' way? Read on to learn more!

Updated on Oct 06, 2023  |  03:18 AM IST |  553.2K
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  • In 2009, Taylor Swift openly discussed the significance of the number 13 in her life
  • She even spoke about all the reasons she believes it to be lucky

During an interview with MTV News back in 2009, the global pop sensation Taylor Swift shed light on her deep-seated affinity for the number 13. While for some, this digit might evoke superstition and foreboding, Swift has consistently found it to be a harbinger of good fortune throughout her life and career. Reportedly, with each brushstroke of that magical number on her hand before every performance, Taylor Swift paid homage to a numerical companion that has been a constant source of inspiration and positivity.

What REASONS did Taylor Swift give to talk about her affinity to the number 13

As she reported in the 2009 interview with MTV News, the enchantment with 13 begins with the date of her birth, December 13, 1989. She said, "The significance of the number 13 on my hand ... I paint this on my hand before every show because 13 is my lucky number; for a lot of reasons, It's really weird."

The Cruel Summer Singer went on to elaborate, "I was born on the 13th. I turned 13 on Friday the 13th. My first album went gold in 13 weeks. My first #1 song had a 13-second intro. Every time I've won an award I've been seated in either the 13th seat, the 13th row, the 13th section or row M, which is the 13th letter."

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The Lover singer even credited all her happiness to the number 13 as she mentioned, "Basically whenever a 13 comes up in my life, it's a good thing."

What has Taylor Swift been up to lately?

Taylor Swift has been enjoying a period of significant success and excitement lately. Reportedly, her concert film, The Eras Tour, has shattered pre-sale records at Cinemark, demonstrating an extraordinary level of demand that surpasses any other film released by the company, reportedly by a factor of 10.


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Moreover, the Cruel Summer singer’s outstanding accomplishments at the September 2023 MTV Video Music Awards are noteworthy. She secured victory in nine out of the 11 categories she was nominated in, including the highly prestigious Artist of the Year award, which was exclusively contested by female nominees—a historic moment in the VMAs.

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FAQs

Which Taylor Swift song is like Deja Vu?
Cruel Summer

How many VMAs did Taylor Swift win?
The singer now has now won 23 VMAs, the second most overall wins after Beyoncé.

What is one of the key reasons Taylor Swift is so popular in the music industry?
Taylor Swift's ability to convey emotion and create captivating worlds through her storytelling has been a significant factor in her popularity.

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