The Tortured Poets Department is Taylor Swift’s eleventh studio album, released on April 19, 2024, through Republic Records. Soon after its release, she dropped a surprise double version titled The Anthology, expanding the project to 31 tracks. The album blends synth-pop, chamber pop, and dream pop, produced mainly by longtime collaborators Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner.

Lyrically, it explores heartbreak, self-reflection, and the emotional weight of fame. Swift described it as a project she “needed to write,” using songwriting as a lifeline through personal transitions. 

Critically, it received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its emotional depth and vulnerability. Commercially, it was a record-breaking success, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, becoming Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day, and dominating global charts. The album marks a mature, introspective phase in Swift’s career, showcasing her storytelling at its most raw and reflective.