In a surprise move, Taylor Swift delighted her Liverpool fans with an unexpected twist during her recent concert. Known for her own hits, Swift threw in a special rendition of "This Is What You Came For," the track she co-wrote with Calvin Harris for Rihanna. It was a rare treat for the audience, who got to experience Swift's unique take on the song, blending it seamlessly with her own "Gold Rush."
During the acoustic set, Swift shared her excitement with the crowd, mentioning how she always aims to bring something unexpected to her performances. This time, she certainly delivered, mashing up not only "This Is What You Came For" but also blending "The Great War" with "You're Losing Me."
The singer-songwriter has been candid about her role in crafting the hit song for Rihanna and Harris, even using the pseudonym Nils Sjöberg to keep her involvement low-key initially. This wasn't the first time Swift had performed the track live, having previously showcased it at a Formula 1 concert and before the 2017 Super Bowl at Super Saturday Night.
Reflecting on her decision to use a pseudonym, Swift once revealed in an interview with Rolling Stone how she chose a Swedish male name to keep her contribution under wraps, drawing inspiration from music legends like Prince who also opted for anonymity initially.
For Swift's Liverpool audience, the unexpected performance of "This Is What You Came For" added a thrilling element to an already memorable night, proving once again why she remains one of music's most versatile and surprising artists.
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