From another performance by Florence Welch to more new outfits, here are the standout points from Taylor Swift’s second of Swift sold-out evenings in Miami.
More than 18 months into Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, it’s clear that this is no ordinary concert. It has become an event—something Swift herself acknowledged during her second of three sold-out shows at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, October 19.
Fans flocked to the venue wearing their “Eras Best” (sequins, cowboy boots, and friendship bracelets galore) for a night that transcended just music, bringing people together to sing, dance, and make lasting memories.
A Journey Through Taylor’s Eras
Swift’s Eras Tour is a masterclass in storytelling, where she acts as both performer and guide, taking fans on a journey through her various musical eras like chapters in a book—though not in chronological order.
The show kicks off with her 2019 album Lover, which was originally slated for its own tour in 2020 before being canceled due to the pandemic.
From there, she seamlessly transitions through Fearless, Red, Speak Now, Reputation, Folklore, Evermore, and 1989, concluding the nearly 3.5-hour set with songs from her most recent Grammy-winning album, Midnights.
Though the setlist generally follows this format at every stop, Swift’s signature surprise song set—featuring two acoustic performances or mashups from her 220-plus song catalog—ensures that no two shows are exactly alike. This element of spontaneity has kept fans on their toes, with each concert feeling uniquely special.
Teasing New Re-recordings?
On her second night in Miami, Swift performed two new mashups that have sent Swifties into a frenzy of speculation.
During the acoustic set, Swift began with “Should’ve Said No” from her debut self-titled album, before pivoting to the opening lines of “I Did Something Bad” from Reputation.
These are the only two albums from Swift’s early discography yet to receive the Taylor’s Version treatment, leading fans to theorize that the re-recordings of both could be on the horizon. The mix of these two songs—the fan-dubbed “Debut-tation“—has sparked hope that Swift is teasing the release of both albums soon.
An Emotional Mashup on Piano
For her second surprise song, Swift performed a deeply emotional mashup of “loml” from The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD) and “White Horse” from Fearless. Both tracks are lyrically heart-wrenching, written at different points in her career, but brought together in this intimate performance, they struck a powerful chord with the audience.
A Night to Remember
With glowing light-up bracelets illuminating the crowd, Swift’s Miami performance was not only a dazzling spectacle but also a testament to her continued ability to keep her fans engaged and excited.
Whether through surprise mashups, heartfelt acoustic moments, or subtle teases about future projects, Swift’s Eras Tour remains a once-in-a-lifetime experience for her dedicated Swifties.
As the tour continues to break records and captivate fans around the globe, one thing is clear: Taylor Swift’s journey through her musical eras is far from over, and fans are eagerly anticipating what comes next.