Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, has sparked intense criticism and debate despite its commercial success.
By Felix Glanville, Film & TV Editor
The album has broken numerous records, including the most physical copies sold in a week in the US and UK, and the most-streamed album and song in a single day on Spotify.
However, its artistic quality has been questioned, leading to a culture war online over Swift's abilities and the album's merits.
What went wrong for the generational pop star — and is it all fairly deserved?
Author's summary: Taylor Swift's album sparks debate.