“The Life of a Showgirl” by Taylor Swift is set to be released Oct. 3rd by Republic Records. There have been a lot of theories on social media platforms about the creation of this album.

Fans have theorized that this album may be only the first half, with the second part named “The Death of a Showgirl.” This unannounced half is said to contain songs produced by Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner, who have been longtime collaborators of Swift.

While I’m not sure it will happen, I think this could be a really cool possible addition to the first half of the album. If Swift decides to release a 2-part album, I believe it would bring more fans and supporters to her because it could be alluding to either the end of an era or a possible retirement for her.

Sabrina Carpenter appeared in a Taylor Nation photo gallery, hinting at Swift’s new era. On Carpenter’s website, the release date for “The Life of a Showgirl” was featured. This fact has fueled speculation that the two may be collaborating on music in the upcoming album.

The two have been friends for years, so a collaboration makes sense considering both of their thriving careers. Since they share mutual styles of music and sass, and they have both written songs about breakups, love and men who have done bad things, this could create a great shared perspective for this new album.

Wondering what Swift’s first single will be has also been a topic of curiosity. On her now fiance, Travis Kelce’s podcast, Swift referenced the number 47 a suspicious amount of times. This number was then traced back by fans to Shakespeare’s character Ophelia in the play Hamlet. The character is hinted to have inspired the opening track, called “The Fate of Ophelia,” according to Bustle.

I think this song seems to be a remake of Hamlet, dedicated to Travis. This song could be a whole storyline starter for her new album, and could be such a great start to this new era Swift has declared. The era is already in full swing, but this album brings so much more excitement with the secrecy and hints.

Fans have also been speculating about the song called “Opalite.” It is assumed to be connected to Kelce due to his October birthday and opal birthstone. Swift has stated in interviews that she has always had a love for the purple stone, ever since she was young, though it is hard to tell which factor actually influenced the song’s name.

I believe this song could be about Swift’s relationship with Kelce and his birthstone. Swift writing a song or a few songs with him involved makes sense. This song could be expressing her feelings for him or even just appreciation for him and their relationship.

I think this album will show a new side to Swift, her life, and her experiences. I am excited for this album and to see which theories are true or just speculation.