Taylor Swift should be recognized as a truly iconic and generation-defining artist. Of the many short-lived pop stars of our time, Taylor has proven herself time and time again to truly stand the test of time, with over a decade of chart-topping songs and albums. 

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Spanning over three genres of music and many shifts she has consistently stayed famous and continued to gain and keep fans despite her dramatic changes. Nearly anybody alive today would recognize the name Taylor Swift. Whether they are diehard fans or have heard a few hits on the radio, she occupies so much of pop culture it’s impossible to not listen to or learn about her and be immersed fully into today’s culture.

Her relatable and her self-written lyrics set her apart and drive the love of her music. The stories she  tells through music are relatable and personal to so many it’s impossible to not feel at least some of her lyrics and songs personally

Breaking numerous records such as top-streamed female artist of all time, and first female artist to hit 100 million monthly streams, and the only artist to hit 200 million streams in a singular day, she is certainly cementing her place in music history.

What Highschool is like in 2023

High school is a very tough time in many people’s lives. They are trying to navigate their way through the final years of school and plan for the future. This often causes people to miss out on really enjoying high school and finding meaning in it. Finding this joy and meaning is something that can really be lacking in high school students today. Whether it be a favorite class, a new passion, or even just finding people you enjoy, this should be an essential part of all high schooler’s lives. I have found meaning and happiness in learning about things I care about, history classes specifically have become my favorite during my time in high school. These have helped me discover my passion and even plan for what I will be studying in college. Doing this now has greatly improved my experience in high school and given me classes to really care about and look forward to. But on the opposite end, I feel least comfortable when I don’t know people in a class or a class on a subject I don’t enjoy, or struggle with, which can happen more often to students who don’t connect with a certain area of learning.  Many students seem too focused on just getting through the day and getting good grades. They don’t find this joy or passion, and many have uncomfortable feelings and a lack of direction or true passion. I am comfortable in classes I am better at or am more engaged in because I am more confident in my work and in discussions.  If I’m better at a subject I am more likely to participate and feel at ease which is why I feel better in these spaces, another key reason why realizing these passions is so important in providing an enjoyable and engaging high school experience. 
Custer County High School, Miles City