On the other hand, Swift’s defenders point out that she started in country music and helped bring the genre to a broader, more global audience. Her early songs captured the heartache, love, and life experiences that resonate with country fans, and her later shift to pop was a natural evolution of her artistry.

“Taylor Swift is one of the greatest songwriters of our time,” says a Swift fan. “She has always written from the heart, and just because her sound has changed doesn’t mean she’s not a country artist at heart. She deserves respect for all she’s done for the genre.”

Aldean’s Strong Stance

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