On May 30, 2025, Taylor Swift announced on her official website that she has successfully regained ownership of her master recordings for her first six albums, including Taylor Swift, Fearless, Speak Now, Red, 1989, and Reputation. This milestone concludes a six-year battle that began in 2019 when her original label, Big Machine Records, sold her masters to music executive Scooter Braun without her consent. Swift’s public dispute over the sale brought widespread attention to artists’ rights and the importance of owning one’s creative work.
In a heartfelt letter shared on her website, Swift expressed her elation
She further detailed that she now owns not only her music but also her music videos, concert films, album art, and unreleased songs.
The acquisition was made possible through a deal with Shamrock Capital, the firm that previously purchased her masters from Braun. Swift acknowledged Shamrock’s integrity in the transaction and thanked her fans for their unwavering support throughout the re-recording process of her albums under the “Taylor’s Version” banner.
While Swift has completed re-recordings for several albums, she noted that work on Reputation (Taylor’s Version) is still underway, citing the emotional intensity of the original recordings as a challenge.
This victory not only marks a personal achievement for Swift but also sets a precedent in the music industry, highlighting the significance of artists maintaining control over their work. Her journey underscores the evolving conversation around creative ownership and the empowerment of artists in the digital age.
For more information and to read Swift’s full letter, visit her official website: The Official Website of Taylor Swift
