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Taylor Swift has released her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," which includes a song titled "Actually Romantic." Fans speculate that the lyrics may be a response to Charli XCX's song "Sympathy is a Knife" from her 2024 album "Brat."

In the song, Swift sings about her ex and references being glad he ghosted her. Fans believe this could be a reaction to Charli's lyrics about paranoia and relationships. Both artists have not confirmed if their songs are about each other, but fans continue to speculate.

Despite the speculation, both Swift and Charli XCX have publicly praised each other in the past. In June 2024, Charli addressed fans chanting negative remarks about Swift at her concert in Brazil, expressing her disapproval of such behavior.

In an interview in August 2024, Swift commended Charli's talent and creativity in songwriting. Charli has clarified that her song "Sympathy is a Knife" reflects her personal experiences and emotions, not aimed at Swift.

The artists have a history of collaboration, with Charli supporting Swift on tour in 2018. Despite past comments, Charli has expressed regret and emphasized her respect for Swift as an artist.