Elizabeth Scala

English professor at UT Austin

Elizabeth Scala on KCRW

All 10 spots on the Billboard Hot 100 are claimed by songs from Taylor Swift’s new album “Midnights.” It’s the first time that no men are topping the charts.

Why is Taylor Swift so popular? Young women relate to her vulnerability

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