American rapper-singer Post Malone has expressed his gratitude and admiration for collaborating with Taylor Swift on the track ‘Fortnight,’ which is featured on her newly released 11th studio album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department.’ Malone shared his sentiments on his Instagram, stating, “It’s once in a lifetime that someone like @taylorswift comes into this world. I am floored by your heart and your mind, and I am beyond honored to have been asked to help you with your journey. I love you so much. Thank you Tay.”
Not only did Malone lend his voice to the song, but he also appeared in its music video as Swift’s ex-lover, portraying the role of a tortured tragic hero. The video, showcasing scenes of Swift in distress and Malone attempting to save her, has resonated with fans due to its emotional storyline.
Swift has praised Malone’s contribution, emphasizing that his portrayal perfectly captured the essence of the song and the album’s themes. In a delightful surprise for fans, actors Ethan Hawke and Josh Charles, renowned for their roles in the iconic film ‘Dead Poets Society,’ made cameo appearances in the ‘Fortnight’ music video, playing scientists conducting experiments on Swift. Their unexpected presence added an extra layer of intrigue to the visual narrative.
Both Hawke and Charles expressed their appreciation for being part of Swift’s project. Hawke took to Instagram to share his excitement, humorously referencing his and Charles’ characters from ‘Dead Poets Society’ as now being ‘PhDs in THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT.’ Charles, on the other hand, reflected on the experience, describing it as memorable and filled with laughter.
Swift reciprocated the sentiment, expressing her joy at working with Hawke and Charles, whom she dubbed as “the coolest guys on earth.” Their collaboration added a nostalgic touch to the music video, resonating with fans of both Swift’s music and classic cinema.
Following the release of ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ Swift surprised fans with a “double album” expansion titled ‘The Anthology,’ featuring 15 additional songs. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the album’s debut shattered records on Spotify, becoming the platform’s most-streamed album in a single day. Swift herself claimed the title of the most-streamed artist in Spotify history for a single day.
