Taylor Swift surprised fans this week by revealing which of her songs she considers her personal favorite. The 35-year-old global music icon appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Wednesday, December 10, where she was asked to share her “top five” tracks from her extensive catalog.
Colbert explained that artists such as Elton John, Dolly Parton, and Bruce Springsteen had already provided their lists, prompting him to ask Swift for hers. The question immediately left the Don’t Blame Me singer visibly stunned. “This is so much pressure, oh my god,” she said with a laugh.
Swift then asked for more time to think through her full top five, joking that her relationship with her own music constantly evolves. “I think I require a little time to appreciate my work, and it’s constantly changing,” she said, hinting that her picks shift as she continues writing and performing new material.
Still, Swift didn’t leave fans empty-handed. She confidently named one song that would undeniably take the top spot on her list. “I will say I think number one is ‘All Too Well’ — the 10-minute version,” she revealed. The crowd erupted in cheers, celebrating the beloved fan favorite from Red (Taylor’s Version).
Swift also noted she is “obsessed” with tracks from her newest album, The Life of a Showgirl, and shared that Mirrorball, from her acclaimed 2020 album Folklore, would also earn a place on her evolving list.
Her candid moment gives fans a rare glimpse into how the superstar connects with her own music — and which songs resonate most deeply with her.