Taylor Swift‘s latest album, The Tortured Poets Department, dropped recently, featuring lyrics like, “You’re not Dylan Thomas. I’m not Patti Smith. This ain’t the Chelsea Hotel. We’re modern idiots.” This has sparked curiosity among fans about why she named Dylan Thomas, a renowned Welsh poet and writer.
Dylan Thomas has long been a fascination for musicians. Swift’s upcoming concert at Principality Stadium in Wales, the birthplace of Thomas, adds to the intrigue. Could she possibly reference Wales’ literary icon during her performance in Cardiff?
Thomas, known for his influential works like Under Milk Wood, died tragically at age 39 while on tour in New York. He left a lasting impact on music icons such as Bob Dylan and The Beatles, who featured him on Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album cover.
The Chelsea Hotel, also mentioned in Swift’s song, holds its legendary status. Located in Manhattan, it served as a haven for artists and musicians like Jack Kerouac, Leonard Cohen, and Jimi Hendrix.
As Swift’s tour continues to draw massive crowds and generate buzz, fans wonder if she might explore Thomas’ roots in Laugharne or Cwmdonkin Drive during her visit to Wales this summer.
