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Taylor Swift's New Song Sparks Charli XCX Feud Rumors

10/6/2025

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Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl includes 'Actually Romantic,' with fans speculating it targets Charli XCX and references Swift's brief relation with Matty Healy, Charli XCX's husband's bandmate.
Lyrics reportedly include 'I heard you call me "Boring Barbie",' fueling accusations of a feud.
Charli XCX posted a cryptic studio video, sparking talk of a potential response track.

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Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl includes 'Actually Romantic,' with fans speculating it targets Charli XCX and references Swift's brief relation with Matty Healy, Charli XCX's husband's bandmate.
Lyrics reportedly include 'I heard you call me "Boring Barbie",' fueling accusations of a feud.
Charli XCX posted a cryptic studio video, sparking talk of a potential response track.