Amelia Jones
Longtime fans highlight Taylor's intimate connection with supporters helping her craft a "genius" parasocial brand.
Taylor Swift Superfans Explain Her Appeal and Polarizing Fandom
But some argue constant illusion of closeness breeds entitlement, aggression in portion of fanbase when unrealistic expectations aren't met.
Swift's apolitical stance frustrates, given her immense influence demonstrated by voter registration spikes when she finally spoke out.
Fans explain ensuing bandwagon effect and clout chasing intensified by social media, outweighing genuine community for many followers.
Eras Tour praised as an unparalleled spectacle, but also startling display of her unprecedented power fans wish she'd wield more responsibly.
Taylor's cultural dominance puzzles some who feel her actual personality remains distant despite manufactured fan intimacy.