20 Lesser known facts about Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift, the globally acclaimed singer-songwriter, is not only known for her chart-topping hits but also for a myriad of lesser-known facets that add depth to her personality. Here are some intriguing facts that may surprise even the most devoted Swifties:

1. Taylor Swift used to be a talented competitive horseback rider during her childhood, winning numerous awards and accolades.

2. She is a self-taught musician and plays several instruments, including the guitar, piano, banjo, and ukulele.

3. Taylor Swift's first job was to knock praying mantis pods out of Christmas trees at a farm. Quite an unusual start!

4. She once trademarked phrases from her songs, such as "This Sick Beat" and "Cause We Never Go Out of Style."

5. Taylor is an avid reader and has a particular fascination with crime novels, often incorporating mystery elements into her song lyrics.

6. She holds a Guinness World Record as the youngest individual to receive the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

7. Taylor Swift's lucky number is 13, and she often writes it on her hand before performances.

8. She named her cat Olivia Benson after the Law & Order: SVU character played by Mariska Hargitay, whom she later became friends with.

9. Swift once surprised a fan at their bridal shower with gifts and even performed an acoustic version of "Blank Space."

10. She has a fear of sea urchins, which she revealed during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

11. Taylor Swift's first job in Nashville involved signing autographs at a store in the mall. Little did they know, she'd become a global icon!

12. She wrote a 350-page novel when she was 12 years old, showcasing her early passion for storytelling.

13. Taylor donated $50,000 to a young fan battling leukemia and even surprised her with a FaceTime call.

14. She has a wax figure at Madame Tussauds, but she finds the wax figure of herself a bit too tall.

15. Taylor Swift has a diverse range of talents, including being skilled in archery.

16. She has a habit of filing away ideas for songs in her phone, ensuring no creative spark goes unnoticed.

17. Taylor is known for baking cookies for her friends during the holidays and personally delivering them.

18. She has a collection of vintage Polaroid cameras and is a fan of capturing moments in instant film.

19. Taylor Swift wrote a song titled "Tim McGraw" as a freshman in high school, and it became her debut single.

20. She once saved Dave Grohl, the Foo Fighters' frontman, from embarrassment at a Grammy Awards after-party.