This post was updated April 21 at 11:37 p.m. While the poet may be tortured, the poems themselves exude both monotony and melodrama. Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift dropped her 11th studio album Friday in the form of a surprise double album “THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT: THE ANTHOLOGY.” The album explores the singer’s experiences with prior relationships while weaving themes of addiction, manipulation, parenthood and family through the 31-song marathon. Read more...

Photo: Taylor Swift clutches her torso as she lays across pillows and sheets on the cover of “THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT.” The 2023 TIME Person of the Year released her 11th studio album, which included a surprise follow-up anthology late into the night. (Courtesy of Republic Records)