In the race for the top spot on the sales charts, Billie Eilish's latest album is positioned to overthrow Taylor Swift's reign as the No. 1 artist.
Rumor has it that Swift is strategizing to use this challenge to outshine her younger competitor.
According to reports, the 14-time Grammy winner has a deep appreciation for Eilish's songwriting talents, although she is frustrated by those who doubt her own music-making abilities.
An insider revealed to Globe Magazine, via Radar Online, "Taylor clearly feels threatened by Billie and the success she's enjoyed."
In February, when Eilish was awarded the Grammy for Song of the Year for her single "What Was I Made For?" Swift gave the artist a well-deserved standing ovation.
The insider went on to say, "[Swift's] steaming mad. It's ludicrous to her. She's been writing her own songs since she was a kid. The fact that her songs are often disses at her former boyfriends should prove she's penned them."
Since its launch on April 19, Swift's The Tortured Poets Department has consistently secured the top spot on the charts. Sources from the magazine reported that industry insiders attribute this success to Swift's strategic release of twenty unique renditions of the song, catering to the diverse preferences of her dedicated fan base.
Sources suggest there was no happenstance that the leading artist topping the music charts released two unique offerings just as Eilish introduced her latest album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, on May 17.
According to recent accounts, Eilish's latest album has seen a significant price drop, now available for just $4.99. This unexpected move raised speculation of an attempt to challenge the "Fortnight" singer's chart-topping position. Eilish' album had been steadily gaining popularity due to its catchy melodies and heartfelt verses.
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However, the Daily Mail's insider reveal that Swift remains unfazed by Eilish's perceived repeated attempts to undermine her.
They claim that the "Down Bad" hitmaker is focused on selling out stadiums globally and does not let Eilish's "jealousy" affect her.
The two music icons seem to be engaged in an intense rivalry, striving to secure the leading position on the Billboard album chart with their newly launched albums.
Per the source, Swift does not allow herself to be affected by her "jealous" contemporaries. Instead, she hopes they will redirect their energy towards uplifting other women in the music industry.
They told the outlet, "[Swift] is unbothered by [Eilish] continued subtle jabs because she is too busy selling out stadiums and traveling the world."
"It is clear to her that [Eilish] may have something against her and could stem from jealousy. [Eilish] is new to the game compared to [Swift]."
They went on to say, "[Eilish] should focus on her album and promoting that instead of trying to tear down another female artist. She claims to be so about female empowerment but does not walk the walk."
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