Kelsea Ballerini recently opened up about women in the industry who supported her, including Taylor Swift. The singer recalled how one action from the singer changed her professional career. In an interview with PEOPLE for its cover story, Ballerini revealed how Swift’s tweet about her first EP, “The First Time,” made a difference in her life. The two artists have a long-standing friendship, and Ballerini has previously expressed her admiration for Swift.
Kelsea Ballerini says Taylor Swift’s tweet about her first EP changed everything
Taylor Swift is an inspiration to many, including Kelsea Ballerini. Speaking to PEOPLE about her personal and professional journey, the country singer once again expressed her gratitude to Swift. Speaking about bonding with fellow artists who have been her idols, Ballerini revealed that the “Fortnight” hitmaker advocating for her music was life-changing.
Swift is known to be openly supportive of up-and-coming artists and friends in the industry. So, when the pop star publicly supported Ballerini’s first EP, “The First Time,” it meant a lot to the singer. Ballerini told the outlet, “Taylor [Swift] tweeting about my first EP before ‘Love Me Like You Mean It’ hit Top 40 changed my career.”
Previously, “The Voice” judge opened up about her friendship with Swift. Speaking to Taste of Country ahead of the release of her album “Patterns” in October, Ballerini revealed that she and Swift would talk frequently. The country star mentioned that most of the time, it would be her “fangirling” over her friend, which, according to her, is “pretty usual.”
During her appearance on Today’s “Sunday Sitdown” with Willie Geist last year, Kelsea Ballerini recalled Taylor Swift’s advice to her. The former recalled that her friend suggested she become her version of “undeniable,” which struck a chord with the country star.
On multiple occasions, Ballerini has shared her love and respect for Swift. The two even hung out together at the 2024 Grammy Awards.
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