55 Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas You Can Find on Amazon

Still on the hunt for the perfect gift? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Believe it or not, you can still get a totally awesome last-minute gift that looks like you put some serious thought into it. How, you ask? Amazon, of course! The ultimate resource for all things practical, stylish or downright quirky can get you quick shipping, and maybe even two-day Prime shipping. Whether your foodie friend needs a new slow cooker or your music lover died of happiness over the Hamilton original cast recording, we’ve thought of it all. Scroll on for 55 last-minute gift ideas that will win over everyone on your list.

1. BESTOPE Makeup Brush Set ($16, set of eight): Gift the makeup guru in your life this stylish selection of makeup brushes. Made of premium synthetic hair, this silky soft set promises a *flawless* finish every time.

2. Burt’s Bees Essential Everyday Beauty Gift Set ($27): The beauty lover in your life can now take her favorite Burt’s Bees products to-go with this trial-sized set of goodies. Made with natural ingredients including chamomile, aloe, vitamin E and coconut oil, this nourishing skincare gift set is a must-have for pampering oneself all winter long.

3. Magictec Ceramic Heating Straightening Iron Brush ($200): An ingenious combination of a ceramic iron straightener, detangling comb and scalp massager, Magictec is the one tool your beauty maven should add to her collection. In addition to its handy rapid heat-up and automatic shut-off features, this do-it-all straightener is undeniably stylish.

For the Bookworm

4. Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat by Chrissy Teigen ($18): Chrissy Teigen is the *best.* Seriously, what can’t this model/mom/cook/author do? If you know someone who loves to cook and is just as enamored as we are with her sassy personality, gift them Teigen’s cookbook Cravings for the ultimate surprise.

5. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them: The Original Screenplay by JK Rowling ($15): Surprise the Potterhead in your life with another masterpiece by JK Rowling. The Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them screenplay is *just* what’s needed to satisfy that craving for an epic, adventure-packed story.

6. The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo ($10): We all know that one person who can’t stand clutter. Help them take tidying to a new level with this #1 New York Times best-selling guide to decluttering one’s home. From Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo, this step-by-step guide will help your friend utilize the revolutionary KonMari Method for simplifying, organizing and storing.

7. Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines and Habits of Billionaires, Icons and World-Class Performers by Timothy Ferriss ($17): After interviewing more than 200 world-class performers for his podcast, from the likes of Jamie Foxx to legendary Special Operations commanders, Timothy Ferriss has compiled the tools, tactics and “inside baseball” he’s learned from said interviews into this book. If you’ve got a pal who’s a self-help junkie of sorts, this “ultimate notebook of high-leverage tools” may be just the thing they’re looking for.

For the Coffee Lover

8. Aoocan Handle for 30 oz Tumblers ($8): Give the gift of practicality with this tumbler handle. Made in a highly-durable, anti-slip design, this handle will allow your coffee lover to enjoy their morning brew with added convenience.

9. uHome Camera Lens Travel Thermos ($13): Got a friend who loves photography and coffee? Combine two of their favorite things with this camera lens-inspired coffee mug. Designed to be a multi-purpose container for hot and cold beverages, this Lens Travel Thermos will make taking their favorite brew on-the-go a cinch.

10. SterlingPro French Coffee Press 8 Cup ($68): Win over the coffee lover in your life with the SterlingPro French press. Featuring heat-resistant glass and a double screens system, this reliable coffee press promises to work much longer while preventing grounds from getting in your coffee.

For the Wine + Beer Lover

11. YTD Kollea Stainless Steel Chilling Reusable Ice Cubes for Whiskey Wine ($33, pack of six): Diluted drinks are the worst. Keep your pal’s glass cool without them having to worry about dilution with this set of stainless steel whiskey ice cubes.

12. Stone Cask The Original Shot Flask 8oz Hip Flask With Built-in Collapsible Shot Glass ($40): Complete with a hidden cup, the Shot Flask is a premium drinking flask. The shot glass is collapsible, which means easy storing and expanding for instant drinking.

13. Vino2Go Wine Tumblers ($19, set of two): Gift the wine lover in your life this set of two merlot and pink-lidded wine tumblers. Their double-walled insulated design promises to keep wine cooler longer, in addition to keeping pesky bugs and dirt out if enjoying drinks outdoors.

14. Vintorio Wine Aerating Pourer and Decanter Spout ($41): Elevate your oenophile’s drinking experience with the Vintorio Wine Aerator Pourer. Its large aerating chamber and air intake systems infuse wine with the optimal amount of oxygen, making it the *perfect* gift for wine lovers.

15. Brooklyn Brew Shop Beer Making Kit ($40): Give the beer lover in your life the chance to make their own high-quality beer using the same ingredients that the best craft breweries in the world use. This apartment-friendly beer-making kit makes brewing as easy as making oatmeal.

For the Foodie

16. Chef’n Sweet Spot Instant Ice Cream Recipe Maker Measuring Cup ($27): As fun as it is to head to the neighborhood creamery, there’s nothing like making your very own ice cream at home. Gift your foodie pal this ice cream maker for instant homemade ice cream, sorbets, margaritas and more!

17. Crock-Pot 6-Quart Programmable Cook and Carry Oval Slow Cooker ($60): If there’s one kitchen gadget you can depend on when you want your meal to be tasty and healthy, it’s the slow cooker. Grant your foodie’s wish for this kitchen staple by gifting them this six-quart programmable Crock Pot.

18. Huayoung Reusable Silicone Food Huggers Fruits and Vegetables Storage Containers ($26, pack of eight): Keep food from spoiling or dehydrating with these super handy food huggers. The different sizes fit all sorts of fruits and veggies and are made eco-friendly and reusable.

19. Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker ($40): Grabbing breakfast to-go will have never been easier thanks to this dual breakfast sandwich maker. Just choose the type of bread and layer on the fixings: egg, cheese, pre-cooked meat, etc. In five minutes or less, your foodie will be left with two perfectly assembled breakfast sandwiches that are ready to eat.

20. Hawaiian Shaved Ice and Snow Cone Machine Party Package ($60): Who can say no to instant snow cones? Treat your ice and snow cone lover to a nostalgic serving of Hawaiian Shaved Ice in a matter of minutes. Simply shave fluffy snow in the snow cone cups, top with their favorite syrup flavor, add a spoon-straw, and they’re all set.

21. Presto Pizzazz Plus Rotating Oven ($40): Make your pizza lover’s dream come true with this rotating oven. The fast and easy way to bake frozen, homemade, take-and-bake and deli pizza, this kitchen must-have can even save your friend as much as 60 percent in energy compared to a conventional oven.

22. Tovolo Groovy Ice Pop Molds ($4, set of six): These groovy pop molds are the answer to keeping kiddos happy while serving them healthy juice snacks. Simply fill the funky shapes with favorite beverages, attach the handles and set the tray upright in the freezer.

For the Gamer

23. Cards Against Humanity ($25): Downtime will never be boring ever again with Cards Against Humanity. Perfect for parties and hangouts, this hilariously *mature* deck of cards will keep you and your friends entertained for hours.

24. Catan 5th Edition ($49): Awarded “Game of the Year,” “Hall of Fame” and even “Game of the Century” honors in Germany, the United States and a host of other countries worldwide, Settlers of Catan is a game your friends won’t tire of playing. Since the game randomly creates a different board every game, no two games are ever the same!

25. Exploding Kittens: A Card Game About Kittens and Explosions and Sometimes Goats ($20): Is your gamer pal into kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats? Then they’ll surely love this highly strategic, eccentric version of Russian Roulette!

26. Mattel Uno Card Game ($10): Once your friend picks up this card game, it’s *almost* impossible to put down. Gift them this classic game for plenty of nights of an all-around good time.

For the Home Decor Nut

27. Bundle Monster Wall Deco DIY Paper Photo Frame With Mini Clothespins and Stickers ($3): Complete with 10 frames, 10 mini multi-color wooden clips, two hemp ropes and six to eight sheets of decorative stickers, this wall decor set is just what’s needed to spruce up a plain wall. With a variety of colors to choose from, your friend’s lacking wall decor will be a thing of the past.

28. BLACK + DECKER 14 Volt Lithium Cordless Dust Buster Hand Vac ($90): As fun as the holiday season can be, there’s always something that needs cleaning up. Make sure your tidy friend keeps her space spick and span with this sleek and handy cordless dust-buster hand vacuum.

29. Labhanshi Elephant Mandala Indian Traditional Hippie Cotton Tapestry ($14): Brighten up a drab space with this beautifully designed elephant mandala tapestry. This gorgeous bohemian wall hanging is perfect for walls, beds, sofas and more!

30. EvZ Emoji Smiley Emoticon Yellow Round Cushion Stuffed Plush Soft Pillow ($9): Know someone who loves emoji? Get them this cute li’l guy to spruce up their sofa or bed!

31. GUchina Air Plant Holder Pot Container ($10): Don’t let your friend settle for an ordinary planter. Get them this minimalistic modern metal planter that’s beautiful displayed indoors, in the garden or out on the patio.

32. SOMMERLAND Living Art Vertical ZEN Garden Planter ($50): Liven up any space, even if it’s limited, with this vertical garden planter. Display on your windowsill, side table or kitchen table.

For the Kiddos

33. Crazy Forts ($49): Kids’ imaginations never run out. But now you can add to it with this crazy fort! Simply connect the balls and sticks and cover the structures with bedsheets!

34. The Secret Life of Pets on Blu-Ray and DVD (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD) ($20): We’ve all wondered it, and this film answers the age-old question as to what our pets do when we’re not home. Follow a pampered pup and his pound friend as they navigate the perils of New York streets on a quest back home.

35. Hog Wild Unicorn Popper White Sunshine Toy ($10): Squeeze the unicorn’s belly and watch the ball shoot up to 20 feet! Though suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, you’ll want to keep an eye out if your little rascal plays with it indoors.

36. USA Toyz Rocket Ship Play Tent ($37): Whether they’re leading an expedition on Mars or seeking solace from an alien army, this rocket ship play tent is just what your kids always wanted. Its hassle-free assembly only requires you to unfold, slide in the poles and pop into shape *without* having to use any tools!

37. Finding Dory on Blu-Ray and DVD ($20): If your kiddo couldn’t get enough of Finding Nemo, they’ll definitely be a fan of this sequel. This epic undersea adventure follows Marlin, Nemo and Dory, who suddenly remembers she has a family who may be looking for her.

For the Music Lover

38. A Pentatonix Christmas ($10): There is no limit to what Pentatonix can’t do. If your music lover appreciates the a cappella greatness of Pentatonix, this Christmas album is the one to get them.

39. Hamilton Original Broadway Cast Recording ($19): If your music lover pal was lucky enough to get tickets, chances are they’ll also want the original broadway cast recording. Surprise the Hamilton fan in your life with music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer Lin Manuel Miranda.

40. Kala KA-15S Mahogany Soprano Ukulele ($55): Spread some good vibrations this holiday by gifting your musically inclined pal a ukulele. The rosewood fretboard and mahogany body make the Kala KA-15S the ideal choice for amateurs and professionals alike.

41. VicTsing Shower Speaker ($27): Don’t let the party stop short of the shower. Clip the speaker to the shower curtain, turn up those tunes and sing along to the most popular hits while washing up.

For the Spa Lover

42. Bambüsi Bamboo Bathtub Caddy With Extendable Sides ($45): Wind down while reading a book in your bath with this bamboo bathtub caddy. This strong caddy extends to fit any size tub, props your book or tablet up and keeps everything from your candle to glass of wine safe and within reach.

43. Perfect Life Ideas Inflatable Travel Pillow Set ($20): Make every traveling experience ultimately relaxing with this luxury travel pillow set. The set comes complete with an inflatable pillow, safety ear plugs, an eye mask, slippers and a tote bag.

44. Savvy Infusion Water Bottle ($29): Make every sip of water into a spa-worthy experience with this innovative water bottle that infuses regular water with fresh or frozen fruit. Its convenient tumbler design makes creating and taking one’s own infusions on the go easy peasy.

45. TONYMOLY I’m Real Mask Sheet Pack ($10, pack of 11): Transform your pal’s skincare routine *forever* with TONYMOLY’s face mask sheets. The complete pack of 11 includes a lemon mask for brightening, a tea tree mask for clarifying, an aloe mask for soothing and more!

For the Techie

46. Amazon All-New Echo Dot ($50): Simplify your friend’s life with Echo Dot, a hands-free, voice-controlled device. This innovative device uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, provide information, read the news, set alarms and more.

47. Anker PowerCore+ Mini Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger ($40): Dead and dying batteries, be gone! This compact portable charger is a must for anyone who’s always out and about. Though only lipstick-sized, this mini charger is quite powerful, giving a full charge to most phones.

48. ETVR 3D VR Headset With Remote Controller ($70): Can’t afford to send your BFF on a vacay? No worries, gift them this VR headset to take them wherever, whenever.

49. Fujifilm INSTAX Mini 8 Instant Camera ($59): Capture perfect portraits every time with the new, compact INSTAX Mini 8 Instant Camera. Approximately 10 percent smaller than the Mini 7S and featuring impressive new add-ons, this compact camera is just what your techie pal needs to capture life as it happens.

50. GoPro HERO+ ($140): Turn every adventure into a recordable, watchable and upload-able memory. Thanks to HERO+, your pal will be able to record and upload stunning content like never before.

51. HP Sprocket Portable Photo Printer ($409): Save your friends the trip to the print store and get them the HP Sprocket Photo Printer. It’ll let them conveniently print photos from their smartphone or tablet just as easily as they post them!

52. Vancle Fitbit Alta Bands ($20): Encourage a healthy lifestyle for your pal all while keeping them looking their best. Just choose a band in their favorite color(s) and let them personalize their fitness tracker.

For Your White Elephant Party

53. Flossy Floats Unicorn Pool Float Giant Luxury Inflatable Emoji ($43): First on the list of wacky gift ideas is the Flossy Floats Unicorn Pool Float. Perfect for use when lounging in the pool or sprucing up a playroom, this quirky float is one to gift your buddies this holiday.

54. Kikkerland Cat Butt Magnets ($15, set of six): Cats are cute, but this gift idea takes it to the next level. Bring this assorted set of cat butt magnets to White Elephant exchange to appeal to the cat lover in all of us.

55. LAGHCAT Mermaid Tail Blanket Crochet and Mermaid Blanket ($32): Rest assured the recipient of this unique blanket will stay cozy *and* cute, regardless of the season. We’ve all wished at one point or another we were a mermaid… so you can bet this gift will definitely be appreciated!

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Moms juggle a lot, and oftentimes, taking a single day to celebrate them isn't nearly enough. She's the caretaker, the advice giver, the shoulder to cry on, and the cheerleader behind everyone in her crew! You just can't not give mom (that also includes all the sisters, girlfriends, mentors, wives, stepmoms, and grand-moms in your life) a much-neededspecial something to show her that you love her and you get her.

Here are some Mother's Day gifts that are just as fun to give as they are to get, from self care must-haves and trending fashion pieces to stylish home goods that'll make Mother's Day uniquely special this year.

Old Navy Cool Moms Club Graphic T-Shirt

Mom already knows she's a cool mom, but with this cozy cotton graphic tee, she'll actually get to show it off!

Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Sauté Pan

Not only is this pan aesthetically pleasing, it's practical, too! The durable nonstick coating makes cooking all kinds of foods a total breeze, plus it can even go in the oven up to temperatures of 500 degrees F.

Barzel 18K Gold Plated Woven Love Knot Stud Earrings

These classy stud earrings are worthy of everyday wear, adding a touch of elegance to mom's accessory game in an instant. They are crafted to be waterproof and tarnish-proof. Score!

Bedsure Yellow Fleece Blanket

Mom's couch blanket def needs a nice upgrade. This affordable one is the perfect solution! It's made from a crazy-soft fleece material that delivers comfort year-round. Opt for a bright color like this yellow for the warmer months!

Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream Moisturizer

Bet you she's never felt hydration like this! The Laneige Water Bank Moisturizer provides long-lasting hydration for up to 100 hours thanks to the formulation of hyaluronic acid and squalene.

Custom Leather Jewelry Box with Name & Birth Flower Month

This convenient jewelry box is the gift for moms on the go. Its compact size makes it super travel-friendly, slipping into a backpack or purse with ease. There are spaces for everything from necklaces and bracelets to rings and earrings, and mom can customize the layout to her liking since the dividers are removable!

Threshold Ceramic Signature Chip & Dip Serving Bowl

For the mom that always welcomes you home with snacks, this sleek chip and dip serving bowl will compliment her kitchen with a limited color palette and streamlined design, so you can both get some dip on your chips with ease!

Personalized Birthdate Pendant

Shoppable at 20% off for a limited-time Mother's Say sale, the Birthdate Pendant is totally customizable, as it's based on any birthday day and month. This sweet astrological homage to mom's birthday (or any other significant date) is laid into either a 14K gold plated or sterling silver pendant that she can flaunt every single day!

Great Jones Sweet & Savory Baking Mats

Let's hear it for zero waste! This 2-piece set of baking mats is the ultimate sustainable, reusable alternative to parchment paper. Made from silicone, the mats are 100% dishwasher-friendly, BPA-free, and food- and oven-safe... plus, they have cute little illustrations for maximum enjoyment in the kitchen.

Magnolia Bakery Mother's Day Flower Cupcakes

Magnolia Bakery is so tasty, so any mama with a sweet tooth will adore a treat-filled gift like this one! This 6-pack of sweets arrives fresh and ready to eat. A vanilla cupcake base is topped with hand-piped vanilla buttercream in the shape of a flower, so who really needs a real bouquet?!

Subtl Beauty Starter Stak

Time for a touch-up? This 5-in-1 portable makeup stack is the perfect size for slotting into a purse or glove box so mom can keep her freshest face on all day! It comes complete with a cream concealer, lip and cheek color, powder bronzer, powder highlighter, and a shine-control powder for those mid-day makeup breaks.

Hedley & Bennett Smock

Aprons and smocks are made to get dirty, but you might as well gift mom one that's cute, too! This flowery pick from Hedley & Bennett x Rifle Paper Co. features all sorts of blooms to match the tone of this year's armer months. It slides on with a comfy cross-back design that keeps slips conveniently at bay in between all of mom's fun cooking and baking projects!

Salt & Stone Antioxidant Body Wash

Self-care should feel like a total treat, and this body wash from Salt & Stone ensures a pleasurable experience with each use with notes of black rose and oud. The glass bottle and firm pump really elevates this gift from your run-of-the-mill body washes!

Anthropologie Bubble Letter Monogram Necklace

This playful necklace costs under $50, making it a wonderful (and nicely personalized) affordable Mother's Day gift. Gift mom her own initial, or even give her yours as a reminder of the amazing child you are.

SeaVees Acorn Trainer

Get mom into all things trendy with some cute sneakers! If the viral Adidas Sambas aren't supportive enough for her step, these cushiony-soft green kicks from SeaVees are equally trendy with a deep green colorway and heightened heel space for added comfort.

Frasier Sterling x Anthropologie Sunglass Case

Gifting mom this adorable case alongside a colorful pair of sunnies is the perfect way to help her kick off summertime. The fruity theme is too fun to ignore, she'll be carrying it with her everywhere she goes!

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm

This "intensely nourishing" lip balm comes in 13 different shades that deposit a deliciously sheer sheen of color to the lips that looks stunning alone or on top of lipstick. And the best part? A tube is only $10.

Cabot Creamery Salty & Sweet Gift Box

Satisfy her cravings for both salty and sweet with this super snacky gift box filled with chocolates, salted maple crackers, raspberry jam, and a delicious mix of Cabot Creamery cheeses! With this gift, mom scores a cheese knife and a cutting board, too, for all future cheese board sharing.

Hello Adorn Tiny Links Necklace

This delicate necklace design can be representative of you and your mom's special bond, or it can simply serve as an adorable everyday piece for her collection! You can snag it either in sterling silver or a 14K gold fill material, so no mom's metal preference is left out.

Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera

For the mom who's always behind the camera (AKA all of us), this Polaroid camera delivers instant prints of her fave memories, places, and people. It'll give her a nice dose of nostalgia, too!

Nostalgia Eau De Parfum

The light white lily scent of this perfume is perfect for spring and summertime, but better yet, it'll make mom think of you every single time she spritzes it on.

Athleta Excursion Waistbag

This versatile everyday sling bag helps her keep her essentials in check with this convenient pockets, a comfy strap, and a cozy mesh material that ensures breathability in each and every wear.

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We are now two for two on expecting Taylor Swift to announce Reputation (Taylor's Version) during an acceptance speech and getting an album announcement instead. After showing up to the 2022 VMAs in a "Look What You Made Me Do"-inspired outfit and announcing Midnights, Taylor Swift wore a black and white ensemble on the 2024 Grammys red carpet before telling the world her new album The Tortured Poets Department was on its way!

And while accepting the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Award for Artist of the Year, Taylor also promises the rest of 2024 will be just as exciting as 2023. "We have so many exciting things ahead of us," the 1989 (Taylor's Version)singer says after thanking iHeart and the fans. "Most importantly, I have a brand new album called The Tortured Poets Department, which comes out on April 19. I cannot wait to share it with you...I just can't wait to keep having fun with you guys because we have a lot of exciting things coming up."

One of those exciting things includes a music video, which Taylor revealed in a "TTPD Timetable" Instagram video. This first music video premieres April 19 at 8PM EST for "Fortnight." Here's everything else we know about the new Taylor Swift album, and all its pop culture references.(And everything you need to know about Taylor Swift (Taylor's Version) too ;)).

Is there a Tortured Poets Department cardigan?

Image via UMG Store/Taylor Swift

Yes, you can order a Tortured Poets Department cardigan on Taylor Swift's website now (or at least, while supplies last!). The gray button down is in the same cable knit style as all her previous cardigans, which makes it the perfect collector's item! Plus, it's got that iconic "The Tortured Poets Department" patch on the bottom left of the sweater.

What is TTPD the Anthology?

Image via Taylor Swift/Instagram

Taylor Swift released the full version of TTPD with The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology. After all those 2 references, some fans thought we'd get a Taylor Swift book, while others wondered if it was part of the TS12 countdown. Instead, it was a double album that features 31 songs instead of the initial 17! Some tracks the internet is already obsessed with are "thanK you aIMee" and "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived."

How many songs will be on The Tortured Poets Department?

Image via Taylor Swift/Instagram

Taylor Swift dropped The Tortured Poets Department 's first song list February 5. "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart" is totally referencing Taylor Swift's Eras Tour performances following her split from Joe Alwyn (you can see her crying during the set), while "Florida!!!" is all about using the southern state as an escape. Taylor Swift's dad Scott Swift recently told fans he's most excited for Swifties to hear the title track and "Florida!!!"

While we were excited for these tracks, Taylor surprised us with even more at 2AM! The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology has all the songs from the original album, plus 15 more. Here's the full tracklist for TS11:

  1. Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)
  2. The Tortured Poets Department
  3. My Boy Only Breaks His Favorite Toys
  4. Down Bad
  5. So Long, London
  6. But Daddy I Love Him
  7. Fresh Out the Slammer
  8. Florida!!! (feat. Florence + The Machine)
  9. Guilty as Sin?
  10. Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?
  11. I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)
  12. loml
  13. I Can Do It With A Broken Heart
  14. The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived
  15. The Alchemy
  16. Clara Bow
  17. The Black Dog
  18. imgonnagetyouback
  19. The Albatross
  20. Chloe or Sam or Sophie or Marcus
  21. How Did It End?
  22. So High School
  23. I Hate It Here
  24. thanK you aIMee
  25. I Look in People's Windows
  26. The Porphecy
  27. Cassandra
  28. Peter
  29. The Bolter
  30. Robin
  31. The Manuscript

What is a tortured poets department?

Image via Taylor Swift/Instagram

Taylor Swift has spent years talking about her anxiety, her sleepless nights, and her emotions. "My muses, acquired like bruises / My talismans and charms / The tick, tick, tick of love bombs / My veins of pitch black ink," she writes in her official Instagram post. "All's fair in love and poetry."

As far as the name, it looks like The Tortured Poets Department could be referencing her ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn's group chat name — "The Tortured Man Club" with Paul Mescal (who starred in Normal People while Joe starred Conversations With Friends. Both series are based on Sally Rooney books).

Taylor Swift is also making major connections to the "poetry" aspect of TTPD because ahead of the album release, she gave us a limited library installation pop-upfull of Easter eggs and references!

When is The Tortured Poets Department release date?

Image via Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy

The Tortured Poets Department dropped on April 19, 2024. Ahead of the release, Taylor Swift sent fans on a scavenger hunt to gather clues about the album. @eurosweetheart on TikTok points out that on Apple Music, certain song lyrics from Taylor's discography featured random capital letters. But when the letters were strung together, they formed words! The final message was “We hereby conduct this post mortem.”

At the Eras Tour shows in Tokyo, Taylor Swift explained when she started working on TTPD. “I’ve been working on Tortured Poets since right after I turned in Midnights,” she said onstage. “So, you turn in an album months in advance…and I’ve been working on it for about two years. I kept working on it throughout the U.S. tour and when it was perfect, in my opinion, when it was good enough for you, I finished it.”

"Soon you'll get to hear it, soon we'll get to experience it together," she continued. "I'm over the moon about the fact that you guys care about my music...Everyone’s like, ‘Why do you make so many albums?’ And I’m like, ‘Man, because I love it! I love it so much! I’m having fun, leave me alone.'”

The brand new album follows Speak Now (Taylor's Version) and 1989 (Taylor's Version). When Midnights was announced after Fearless (Taylor's Version) and Red (Taylor's Version), I wondered whether she'd have a two rerecordings, one new album pattern and it looks like that's what we're getting!

What is Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department?

Image via Taylor Swift/Instagram

Taylor Swift's new album (which is also referred to as TS11) is called The Tortured Poets Department. Taylor Swift announced the album while accepting the award for Best Pop Album at the 2024 Grammys. Just like "Daylight" at the end of Lover sets up Midnights, I think "Dear Reader" sets up The Tortured Poets Department.

In honor of the eclipse on April 8, Taylor Swift posted the first lyrics from TS11! "Crowd goes wild at her fingertips // Half moonshine // Full eclipse," the lyric post (which ended up being from "Clara Bow") reads. "The first line makes you think of someone who’s famous (Clara Bow was an actress) and...moonshine was a type of alcohol that was popular during prohibition during the 1920s which is when Clara Bow was famous," one comment reads.

Taylor's official announcement features even more beautiful language that evokes the same emotion "The Lakes" does, and TTPD is very similar to Folklore and Evermore in terms of lyrics, but the sound reminds me of 1989. It also has ties to Reputation.

"I think the two albums are sisters albums, but in like an opposite way," one Reddit user says. "Reputation is all black, this one is going to be all white and softly coded." Another agrees: "Reputation is presented as a dark album but is truly a love album...This one is presented as soft and white but I bet the lyrics will be devastating."

TS11 has the same lyrical prowess as songs like "Would've, Should've, Could've," The National's "The Alcott" (on which Taylor's a featured artist), and "You're Losing Me." Taylor is all about looking past appearances and telling a complex story, and The Tortured Poets Department will be no different. Just like Reputation is an edgy, glittery, emotionally-charged version of the beginning of her relationship with ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn, I totally agree that TTPD looks grounded, airbrushed, and dreamy from the outside, but the lyrics are SAD.

During her Eras Tour show in Sydney, Australia, Taylor played another round of suspicious surprise songs. While sitting at the piano, Taylor Swift takes her earpiece out and calls attention to the keyboard. "Do you hear that?" she says (via TikTok). "My damn keyboard's playing a synth sound." She then does what she almost always does when dropping an Easter egg: she smirks.

"That sound is how the album starts, mark my words," one comment reads. Another says, "That smirk tells me everything I need to know."

Will The Tortured Poets Department be explicit?

Image via Taylor Swift/Instagram

There are 7 explicit songs on the original The Tortured Poets Department: "The Tortured Poets Department," "Down Bad," "But Daddy I Love Him," "Florida!!! (feat. Florence + The Machine)," "loml," "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart," and "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived."

On The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, "The Black Dog," "thanK you aIMee," "Cassandra," and "The Bolter" are also explicit.

What is The Albatross about?

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During one of her Eras Tour shows in Sydney, Australia, Taylor Swift announced a new version of The Tortured Poets Department featuring exclusive bonus track "The Albatross." This new album already has some crazy track titles — all with pretty noteworthy meanings.

According to Collins Dictionary, if you call someone an Albatross, "they cause you great problems from which you cannot escape, or they prevent you from doing what you want to do," while a Bolter could refer to someone bolting out of a relationship (or bolting from a restaurant to a car like in this viral clip 🤨).

Meanwhile "The Alchemy" refers to the continual process of trying to turn something into gold — remember how Taylor Swift spent 6 years saying her relationship with Joe Alwyn was golden? Buckle up Swifties, TS11 is one wild ride.

What does loml mean?

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At first glance, the twelfth song on The Tortured Poets Department, "loml," means "love of my life." Some fans were wondering if the song was a nod to Harry Styles since his Harry's House finale track is "Love of My Life" (the album also features a track named "Daylight" which is another funny connection to Taylor Swift). But Taylor ends the song saying he's the "loss of my life" and I will never be the same.

How can I buy The Tortured Poets Department?

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You can order a bunch of different versions of The Tortured Poets Department on Taylor Swift's website right now, includingThe Tortured Poets Department CD + Bonus Track "The Manuscript" and The Tortured Poets Department CD + Bonus Track "The Manuscript".

Will The Tortured Poets Department have any featured artists?

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Yes, The Tortured Poets Department will feature Florence + The Machine on the song "Florida!!!" and Post Malone on the song "Fortnight." And after Taylor Swift teased a variety of collaborations by posting handwritten lyrics from artists like Harry Styles and Lorde, Swifties wondered if The Tortured Poets Department will be the "collab album" we never got.

Another clue that leads me to believe this is true is the fact that the title of this album is so much longer than her other titles — and she refers to herself as "Chairman" of the department. Who are all the constituents?! Are they all the same artists who left Scooter Braun's management last year? Only time will tell, because as far as I'm concerned, surprises aren't out of the question until the TS11 era is over!👀

What is the theory of Taylor Swift's double album?

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Throughout her stay in Sydney, Australia for the Eras Tour, Taylor Swift dropped lots — and I mean lots — of twos. @v_swiftie_ points out that in addition to holding up the number two while announcing The Tortured Poets Department, she's been playing more surprise song mashups than normal, and Taylor Nation has been posting Instagram stories featuring the number 2 instead of the number 13. And it turns out, we were right about this leading to a double album! Taylor dropped the second half of TTPD — The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology — at 2AM EST.

Are you excited for The Tortured Poets Department? What kinds of collabs or songs are you hoping for? Let us know in the comments and check out these Taylor Swift Disney Movie Posters Inspired By Her Songs for more fun content!

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When anyone asks me for my favorite movie-viewing experiences, A Simple Favor (starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick) always makes the list. When I first watched the movie, I knew next to nothing about the plot, and it made the viewing experience ten times better, especially since I had a watch party with a bunch of friends who *also* had no expectations. I know A Simple Favor 2 is going to be just as sexy, unexpected, and gripping as the original. Keep reading for everything we know about the new movie, from the A Simple Favor 2 release date to casting announcements!

What is A Simple Favor 2 about?

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A Simple Favor 2 will see the "return of Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick) and Emily Nelson (Lively) as they head to the beautiful island of Capri, Italy, for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a rich Italian businessman," according to the movie's synopsis (via People). "Along with the glamorous guests, expect murder and betrayal to RSVP for a wedding with more twists and turns than the road from the Marina Grande to the Capri town square."

The first leaked images show the aforementioned extravagant wedding, with Blake Lively's Emily in a wedding dress and Anna Kendrick's Stephanie standing by her side in a gorgeous floral midi dress. While the first A Simple Favor ended with Emily in prison, I have no doubt whatsoever that we'll see her make a grand escape to coastal Italy. The only thing chicer than martinis and crime at home is martinis and crime while basking in the Italian sun.

Is there A Simple Favor 2 movie?

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Yes, Deadline confirmed in May of 2022 that we're getting A Simple Favor 2! The sequel film will be produced by Lionsgate and Amazon Studios, and reportedly, Paul Feig will direct again, while Jessica Sharzer will write the screenplay. I still talk about the script for A Simple Favor, so if Jessica is returning, I will be seated!

When is the A Simple Favor 2 release date?

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I'm expecting A Simple Favor 2 to hit our screens in 2025. Filming was originally scheduled for the fall of 2023, but after the Hollywood strikes delayed a variety of projects, production on the film was pushed to 2024. A Simple Favor 2 will reportedly begin filming in April of 2024.

Who's in the A Simple Favor 2 cast?

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We can expect to see Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick return for this sequel. Henry Golding, Andrew Rannells, Bashir Salahuddin, Joshua Satine, Ian Ho, and Kelly McCormack are also set to star in A Simple Favor 2. Glee fans will also love knowing that Alex Newell is joining the cast along with Allison Janey! We can't wait to see the characters they'll be playing!

How does A Simple Favor end in the book?

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The A Simple Favor book ending is *wildly* different than the movie ending! Instead of Stephanie turning on Emily and joining Sean, and then Emily getting run over by a car and put in prison for the murder of her father and sister (plus, you know, all the other illegal activity), Stephanie actually takes Emily's side.

In the book, Sean stays in a hotel while Emily gets custody of Nicky. The novel ends with the police finding Emily's ring inside the car of her main victim (a move that was probably orchestrated by Stephanie since Sean gave her the ring), and Emily deciding to pack up her life and leave.

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I never thought we'd get a Taylor Swift album with multiple songs referencing Matty Healy, but after multiple listens, the internet is convinced The Tortured Poets Department(the first edition, at least) has a ton of references to The 1975 frontman. One song in particular has sent everyone into a tizzy: "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived." Here's why fans think the song is about Taylor Swift & Matty Healy.

Is "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" about Taylor Swift & Matty Healy?

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While Taylor Swift & Matty Healy never publicly dated until 2023, they were friends for years before that. In 2014, Taylor Swift went to her first The 1975 concert with Selena Gomez and Ellie Goulding. Then, Taylor was seen wearing one of their band shirts while Matty was spotted in a 1989 shirt. "I met Taylor Swift," Matty told Shazam Top 20 in November (via E! News). "That was really nice. We exchanged numbers. Let's see what happens."

Matty Healy & Taylor Swift continued referencing each other over the next couple years, and fans lost their minds when Matty revealed he'd collaborated on a Midnights song — even if he went on to say it was cut. After Taylor Swift performed "Anti-Hero" during a 1975 concert, and then split from boyfriend Joe Alwyn split in the spring of 2023, Taylor & Matty quickly connected. They went on to date from May to June. That brings us to "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived."

In the song, Taylor wonders if "rusting my sparkling summer was the goal" and talks about "your Jehovah's Witness suit" (Matty is famous for wearing suits during his concerts). She also mentions how the relationship "wasn't sexy once it wasn't forbidden" — which totally ties into the themes within "Guilty As Sin?" (about imaginary trysts she thought about while dating someone else).

"[These Matty Healy-focused songs] started out being like 'f*ck all of you, I love him, I’ll fix him, I don’t care what you say' to ending here basically saying 'alright yeah this guy sucks,'" one Reddit user says. "I think the order of these songs plays a huge role in this throughline of that relationship."

"Heavyweight rappers J. Cole, Drake, and Rick Ross all released diss tracks over the last couple of weeks, and none of them were as scathing as this one," another says.

How long did Taylor Swift and Matty Healy date?

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While Taylor Swift & Matty Healy officially dated during the summer of 2023, another song on TTPD, "Fresh Out The Slammer" makes me think they connected before then. Referring to her relationship as a jail, she sings about how she's connected with this person before she started dating her ex. "I'm runnin' back home to you // Frеsh out the slammer // I know who my first call will be to." (Does this mean "Illicit Affairs" from Folklore is actually about Matty Healy too?)

What other The Tortured Poets Department songs are about Matty Healy?

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It looks like "Fortnight," "The Tortured Poets Department," "I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can)," and "loml" are just a few of the songs that could be about Taylor Swift & Matty Healy's relationship.

The "The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived" Lyrics

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Verse 1: Was any of it true? // Gazing at me starry-eyed // In your Jehovah's Witness suit // Who the f-ck was that guy? // You tried to buy some pills // From a friend of friends of mine // They just ghosted you // Now you know what it feels like

Chorus: And I don't even want you back, I just want to know // If rusting my sparkling summer was the goal // And I don't miss what we had, but could someone give // A message to the smallest man who ever lived?

Verse 2: You hung me on your wall // Stabbed me with your push pins // In public, showed me off // Then sank in stoned oblivion // 'Cause once your queen had come // You'd treat her likе an also-ran // You didn't measure up // In any measurе of a man

Chorus: And I don't even want you back, I just want to know // If rusting my sparkling summer was the goal // And I don't miss what we had, but could someone give // A message to the smallest man who ever lived?

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Bridge: Were you sent by someone who wanted me dead? // Did you sleep with a gun underneath our bed? // Were you writin' a book? Were you a sleeper cell spy? // In fifty years, will all this be declassified? // And you'll confess why you did it and I'll say, "Good riddance" // 'Cause it wasn't sexy once it wasn't forbidden // I would've died for your sins, instead, I just died inside // And you deserve prison, but you won't get time // You'll slide into inboxes and slip through the bars // You crashed my party and your rental car // You said normal girls were boring // But you were gone by the morning // You kicked out the stage lights, but you're still performing

Outro: And in plain sight you hid // But you are what you did // And I'll forget you, but I'll never forgive // The smallest man who ever lived

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Since Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce started dating, Swifties have wondered when we'd get songs about her new beau. Well, it looks like the time is now! We all know Taylor Swift's boyfriends inspire her songs — in fact, her boyfriends have been more of a topic of conversation in the past than her actual music — but thanks to Midnights and the Eras Tour, Taylor's career is top of mind for everyone.

The Tortured Poets Department brings the two together by mourning the loss of a relationship (or two) on songs like "Down Bad" while also having to perform for fans, like in "I Can Do It With A Broken Heart." But there are two songs that have a shiny, hopeful quality to them as Taylor looks to the future — and we can thank Travis Kelce!

The Alchemy

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Taylor Swift released "The Alchemy" on the original edition of The Tortured Poets Department, and there is no doubt in my mind the song is about Travis Kelce! This track is my current fave on the album, which means I've listened to it a dozen times and spent *way* too much time analyzing the lyrics.

Merriam-Webster defines alchemy as "a power or process that changes or transforms something in a mysterious or impressive way." Taylor sings about how this new love is something so unique, it "happens once every few lifetimes" (which reminds me of how cats have nine lives — we know Tay loves cats!). It's also so powerful that they can't even fight it. That sounds like love if you ask me!

The production and lyrics of the song call back to Lover's "Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince" as she talks about school, football, and royalty. "Call the amateurs and cut 'em from the team // Ditch the clowns, get the crown // Baby, I'm the one to beat" is taking me back to my own homecoming days!

While my first listen of "The Alchemy" made me think "I haven't come around in so long // But I'm making a comeback to where I belong" was about a return to a past relationship (similar to "Fresh Out The Slammer"), I think she's talking about how she's dating an American for the first time since 2016. Everything we've seen from Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce feels like a high school rom-com from the early 00s and I love them for that.

My personal favorite lyric from the song references how Taylor literally made his game better during the NFL season. Because in true Taylor fashion, instead of just saying the line in a straightforward way, she goes totally Shakespearean: "We've been on a winning streak," she sings. "He jokes that it's heroin, but this time with an 'E.'"

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Full Lyrics To "The Alchemy" By Taylor Swift

Verse 1: This happens once every few lifetimes // These chemicals hit me like white wine // What if I told you I'm back? // The hospital was a drag // Worst sleep that I ever had // I circled you on a map // I haven't come around in so long // But I'm coming back so strong.

Chorus: So when I touch down // Call the amateurs and cut 'em from the team // Ditch the clowns, get the crown // Baby, I'm the one to beat // 'Cause the sign on your heart // Said it's still reserved for me // Honestly, who are we to fight thе alchemy?

Verse 2: Hey, you, what if I told you we'rе cool? // That child's play back in school // Is forgiven under my rule // I haven't come around in so long // But I'm making a comeback to where I belong.

Chorus: So when I touch down // Call the amateurs and cut 'em from the team // Ditch the clowns, get the crown // Baby, I'm the one to beat // 'Cause the sign on your heart // Said it's still reserved for me // Honestly, who are we to fight the alchemy? // These blokes warm the benches // We've been on a winning streak // He jokes that it's heroin, but this time with an "E" // 'Cause the sign on your heart // Said it's still reserved for me // Honestly, who are we to fight the alchemy?

Bridge: Shirts off and your friends lift you up over their heads // Beer stickin' to the floor, cheers chanted 'cause they said // "There was no chance trying to be the greatest in the league" // Where's the trophy? He just comes runnin' over to me.

Chorus: Touchdown // Call the amateurs and cut 'em from the team // Ditch the clowns, get the crown // Baby, I'm the one to beat // 'Cause the sign on your heart // Said it's still reserved for me // Honestly, who are we to fight the alchemy? // These blokes warm the benches // We've been on a winning streak // He jokes that it's heroin, but this time with an "E" // 'Cause the sign on your heart // Said it's still reserved for me // Honestly, who are we to fight the alchemy?

Outro: This happens once every few lifetimes // These chemicals hit me like white wine

So High School

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When we got The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, and 15 more Taylor Swift songs, we got our second track about Travis Kelce: "So High School." This track's production feels like a song from when Taylor was in high school herself, and it's totally giving 00s movies like A Cinderella Story. She really hypes up the football and queen bee tropes we see in "The Alchemy" to emphasize how her relationship with Travis feels youthful and carefree — and how he makes her "feel like laughin' in the middle of practice."

Just like "The Alchemy" has ties to "Miss Americana," "So High School" reminds me of a number of songs from Fearless or even Taylor Swift. Taylor spent so much time singing about heartbreak and how, at 15 years old, she didn't realize she'd "do things greater than dating the boy on the football team." Life really is full circle because right now, she's doing it all — breaking records, releasing new music, completing a historic world tour AND dating the boy from the football team ;).

Taylor's known for the bridges of her songs and this is one of the strongest on the whole album — it's also one of my favorite from her whole discography! "Truth, dare, spin bottles // You know how to ball, I know Aristotle" has been on repeat in my head for literal days. I love how she emphasizes how different she is from Travis, and that it's not a bad thing.

And it wouldn't be a Taylor Swift song without an Easter egg! Taylor references one of Travis Kelce's previous interviews where he says he'd want to kiss Taylor during a game of Kiss, Marry, Kill.

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Full Lyrics To "So High School" By Taylor Swift

Intro: I feel so high school every time I look at you // I wanna find you in a crowd just to hide from you

Chorus: And in a blink of a crinklin' eye // I'm sinkin', our fingers entwined // Cheeks pink in the twinkling lights // Tell me 'bout the first time you saw me // I'll drink what you think, and I'm high // From smokin' your jokes all damn night // The brink of a wrinkle in time // Bittersweet sixteen suddenly

Post-Chorus: I'm watchin' American Pie with you on a Saturday night // Your friends are around, so be quiet // I'm trying to stifle my sighs // 'Cause I feel so high school every time I look at you // But look at you // Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

Verse 1: Are you gonna marry, kiss or kill me? (Kill me) // It's just a game, but really (Really) // I'm bettin' on all three for us two (All three) // Get my car door, isn't that sweet? (That sweet) // Then pull me to thе backseat (The backseat) // No onе's ever had me (Had me), not like you

Bridge: Truth, dare, spin bottles // You know how to ball, I know Aristotle // Brand-new, full throttle // Touch me while your bros play Grand Theft Auto // It's true, swear, scouts honor // You knew what you wanted and, boy, you got her // Brand-new, full throttle // You already know, babe

Verse 2: I feel like laughin' in the middle of practice // Do that impression you did of your dad again // I'm hearing voices like a madman

Chorus: And in a blink of a crinklin' eye // I'm sinkin', our fingers entwined // Cheeks pink in the twinkling lights // Tell me 'bout the first time you saw me // I'll drink what you think, and I'm high // From smokin' your jokes all damn night // The brink of a wrinkle in time // Bittersweet sixteen suddenly

Post-Chorus: I'm watchin' American Pie with you on a Saturday night // Your friends are around, so be quiet // I'm trying to stifle my sighs // 'Cause I feel so high school (Feel so high school) every time I look at you // But look at you

Outro: Truth, dare, spin bottles // You know how to ball, I know Aristotle // Brand-new, full throttleTouch me while your bros play Grand Theft Auto // It's true, swear, scouts honor // You knew what you wanted and, boy, you got her // Brand-new, full throttle // You already know, babe // You already know, babe

More Taylor Swift New Songs About Travis Kelce

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While "Chloe or Sam or Sophia or Marcus" doesn't sound like it's directed at Travis Kelce, I do think she references him in the lyrics. "You saw my bones out with somebody new // Who seemed like he would've bullied you in school // And you just watched it happen" emphasizes the anxiety of high school stereotypes and Travis' football stardom.

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