Taylor Swift is once again making headlines, this time for a positive reason that fans can celebrate. The beloved superstar has released the music video for her latest single “Opalite,” which is featured on her album “The Life of a Showgirl.” Notably, Swift took a hands-on approach by both writing and directing the video, which is infused with a nostalgic ’90s vibe and includes a variety of celebrities.
The timing of the release is particularly strategic, as it comes just ahead of the Super Bowl weekend. Last year, Swift found herself at the center of attention during the event, with rampant speculation about her potential appearance at the halftime show, especially since her fiancé Travis Kelce plays for the Kansas City Chiefs. In the lead-up to this year’s game, however, she has been making headlines due to text messages exchanged with actress Blake Lively, which have become part of Lively’s legal proceedings against her former co-star in “It Ends With Us.”
With a whimsical mix of elements from the ’90s—like a pet rock, references to MTV, fun mall trips, and cheesy commercials—Swift’s new video serves as a heartfelt tribute to the decade. Sharing her inspiration on social media, Swift revealed that the concept for the “Opalite” video struck her while she was promoting her album on the UK’s Graham Norton Show, which she described as one of her all-time favorites.
Swift participated in the show on October 3, 2025, alongside notable guests including Cillian Murphy and Lewis Capaldi. During the segment, Gleeson playfully suggested appearing in one of her music videos, which sparked Swift’s creativity and led her to include him and the other guest stars, as well as Graham Norton himself, in what she humorously called a “school group project but for adults.”
In “Opalite,” which draws its name from the precious stone that symbolizes love—aptly corresponding to Kelce’s birthstone—Swift showcases an imaginative plot involving magical transformations. The “Opalite spray” in the video has the extraordinary ability to turn inanimate objects into people and vice versa. One whimsical scene features Swift bonding with a rock, while Gleeson navigates a quirky romantic entanglement with a cactus that morphs into Swift following a spray of the magical substance.
As the second official music video from “The Life of a Showgirl,” it’s evident that Swift relished the creative process. In her own words, she expressed, “I had more fun than I ever imagined—Made new friends, metaphors, and fashion choices. It was an absolute thrill to create this story and these characters.”
Currently, the music video is exclusively available for viewing on Apple Music and Spotify Premium until February 8, leaving fans eager to experience its unique charm and creativity. Swift continues to capture hearts with her artistry while embracing a brighter narrative in her career.