Elisabeth Moss reveals the hidden strategy that earned Taylor Swift's approval for 'Look What You Made Me Do' collaboration
Off the Record: Elisabeth Moss' Secret to securing Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" for "The Handmaid's Tale"
The cat's out of the bag! Elisabeth Moss, the brains behind and star of "The Handmaid's Tale," finally spilled the beans on how she nabbed Taylor Swift's yet-to-be-released hit, "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)," for the show.
In a captivating turn of events, Moss penned a heartfelt letter to Swift, expressing her admiration for Swift's music and the impact it holds for the show's narrative. This personal approach struck a chord, and Swift gave her the thumbs-up [1][5]. Working hand-in-hand with editor Wendy Hallam Martin, Moss strategically placed the song in Episode 9 of Season 6, initially using it as a placeholder, hoping it would find its way onto the soundtrack [5]. Lucky for them, Swift and her reps agreed to the collaboration, making it a defining moment in the episode [5].
The selection of "Look What You Made Me Do" proved to be a match made in heaven for the episode, which featured a daring rebellion led by Moss' character, June Osborn. Moss felt the song was the icing on the cake, due to its themes of resistance and empowerment aligning seamlessly with the show [3][4]. The enthusiasm was shared by the cast, many of whom are fellow Swifties, as well as the audience, creating a memorable moment in the show's history [5].
But fear not, Swifties! Don't let the speculation about Swift finishing Reputation (Taylor's Version) persuade you otherwise. In a recent letter, Swift admitted that she hasn't even recorded a quarter of the album yet [4]. Here's to more surprises in the future!
As Elisabeth Moss' secret strategy unfolded, she manage to secure Taylor Swift's "Look What You Made Me Do (Taylor's Version)" for "The Handmaid's Tale," a move that resonated with the entire world of entertainment and its celebrities. This collaboration, a defining moment in Season 6, was a perfect fit for the episode's narrative of resistance and empowerment, echoing the themes in Swift's music. Meanwhile, Swift continues to work on finishing her yet-to-be-released album, Reputation (Taylor's Version), leaving fans in anticipation for more songs and possible collaborations.
