Taylor Swift Gains Full Control Over Her Master Recordings: What This Means for Her Music Empire

Published 05/30/2025, 12:58 PM EDT

For decades, owning your own music has been the ultimate power move, and Taylor Swift has been battling for that right like a warrior queen. After Scooter Braun sold her master recordings for a whopping $300 million, the 'Blank Space' singer launched an epic mission: re-recording her first six albums. With each 'Taylor’s Version' drop, she did not just reclaim her music—she reignited the culture. Now, after years of hustle and hits, Swift finally holds complete ownership of her legendary catalog.

Taylor Swift has not merely returned to the spotlight—she has returned with full force. Her newfound ownership of all her songs sends shockwaves, leaving Swifties eager to uncover what this means for her musical empire. 

Taylor Swift’s master move: what full ownership really means

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

On Friday, Taylor Swift announced on her social media with a cheeky “You belong with me” nod—that she now owns all the music she has ever created. In a heartfelt letter on her website, she described her emotions as a “slideshow” of moments spent dreaming and longing for this victory. After nearly 20 years of near misses and dashed hopes, this development would finally give her full legal and financial control over her entire catalog. Not only is this going to cement her as a trailblazer, but she will also collect the majority of profits from her music. 

This means no more reliance on old record labels. Fans wonder how much she paid to reclaim her music, but the truth remains unknown. More 'Taylor’s Version' albums? Still uncertain—she might finish redoing rumored albums like 'Reputation' or call it quits now that she owns her originals. Either way, her control fuels her success, proven by her American Music Awards nods. While many artists chase one win, she racks up so many, it is downright shocking. However, she could not quite beat her own record this time around.

Taylor Swift Is No More the Youngest Self Made Billionaire. Here’s Who Actually Is

Famous for sweeping trophies wherever she goes, Taylor Swift did not bag any awards this time at the AMAs. Yet, she still found a way to steal the spotlight.

Taylor Swift skipped the AMAs, but not the spotlight

Taylor Swift’s trophy case at the American Music Awards is practically a museum, with 40 wins and counting. From Artist of the Year (seven wins) to Favorite Female Artist Pop/Rock (six wins), her dominance is legendary. However, despite earning six nominations at the 2025 AMAs, Swift did not take home a single award, marking the first time in 18 years she left empty-handed. But thanks to the ever-creative Swifties' unique social media trend, the pop star stayed in the limelight without even attending the event.

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

Swifties took to social media, crafting countless imaginative takes on what the pop star might have worn to the event, keeping the buzz alive. Besides this support, Swift's ability to evolve while staying true to her voice is what has kept her unmatched for nearly twenty years. Yet Swift’s greatest win did not happen on a stage—it happened behind the scenes, where she reclaimed the rights to her original music. Forget the trophies—owning your art is the kind of victory that echoes forever.

Two Years, No Ring: Why Hasn’t Travis Kelce Proposed to Taylor Swift?

ADVERTISEMENT

Article continues below this ad

What do you think about Taylor Swift owning her original music? Let us know in the comments below!

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

ADVERTISEMENT

Yusra Miraj Khan

488 articles

Yusra is a budding content writer with a passion for storytelling and a knack for blending creative thinking with well-researched facts. She’s drawn to celebrity controversies, uncovering the truth behind them, and crafting articles that captivate readers. Known for her keen eye for detail and ability to communicate effectively, Yusra has a proven track record in debate and storytelling competitions.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

EDITORS' PICK