Taylor Swift's Singapore Show Raises Alarm Among Swifties: What's Happening?

Taylor Swift sparked worry among her many fans as she seemed to battle a cold during her debut performance in Singapore for the "Eras" tour.

The pop icon was seen coughing on stage as she dazzled the audience at National Stadium on the Singapore stop of her highly-acclaimed and always sold-out series of concerts.

Is Taylor Swift OK?

While performing the song "Delicate," Taylor Swift was captured on camera coughing and clearing her throat.

This caught the attention of her fans, per Unilad, with even rapper Lil Uzi Vert expressing concern with a comment on a TikTok video that read, "Hope she's ok for real."

Another concerned Swiftie expressed, "I remember being present during that moment, feeling anxious for Taylor," as another sympathetically remarked, "She definitely deserves some time to recuperate."

A distinct raspiness was also noted in the 14-time Grammy winner's voice, accompanied by an aura of calm and composure in her movements.

"The show must go on... she's a true queen," a Singapore 'Eras' tour concertgoer said.

Well-wishers' expressions of care and worry flooded in, urging Swift to prioritize rest and self-care. "Make sure to take a break soon, Taylor. We care for you deeply!"

Another fan commented, "I can only imagine how exhausting it must be whilst on tour giving it 100 percent with every performance. She is incredible!" one more said.

Taylor Swift's Singapore 'Eras' Tour Shows Causing Outrage

Swifties in Southeast Asia have expressed frustration over Taylor Swift's decision to hold just a single concert in the region under controversial circumstances.

Currently, the 34-year-old singer is captivating audiences at the National Stadium in Singapore, her sole performance in Southeast Asia.

Reports indicate that the host country has secured an exclusive deal with the pop sensation, offering her a staggering $3 million for each show, totaling to $18 million for her entire Singapore stop.

A social media user expressed frustration over Singapore's investment to prevent any other Southeast Asian country from competing, while another individual called for a boycott of Singapore and the "Shake It Off" singer.

Criticisms alsos arose about Singaporean actions aimed at gaining an advantage over neighboring countries.

Tensions escalated between the neighboring countries following the generous funding provided by the Singapore Tourism Board for Swift to bring her tour to the nation.

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin of Thailand recently raised concerns, alleging that Singapore had offered the "Cruel Summer" singer substantial compensation for each performance to secure her presence exclusively, a revelation that came to light after the agreement had been finalized.

Addressing the audience at the 2024 Bangkok iBusiness Forum, Thavisin highlighted the strategic approach of the Singaporean government, emphasizing their directive to avoid hosting competing events in Asia.

"The Singaporean government is clever. They told not to hold any other shows in Asia."

He also mentioned his curiosity about why Swift had not chosen to perform in Thailand until now.

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