“Listen, I know this song is about someone from my past. And I know it’s easy to get caught up in that and start pointing fingers and placing blame,”

Taylor Swift made headlines at her “Eras” concert in Minneapolis on June 24, 2023, when she told fans to “lay off” her ex-boyfriend John Mayer. During her performance of “Dear John,” a biting song about her former flame, Swift paused to address the crowd.

“Listen, I know this song is about someone from my past. And I know it’s easy to get caught up in that and start pointing fingers and placing blame,” Swift said. “But I want to remind you all that this is just a song. And John has feelings, just like the rest of us.”

Swift’s comments were met with applause from the crowd, who had been singing along to the song. The moment was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media.

This isn’t the first time Swift has addressed her relationship with Mayer. The two dated briefly in 2009, and “Dear John” is widely believed to be about their relationship. Mayer has spoken out about the song, calling it “cheap songwriting” and “a really lousy thing for her to do.”

Swift’s comments at the concert were seen by many as a mature and compassionate response. They also served as a reminder that celebrities are people too, and that their personal lives should be respected.

As always, Swift’s fans quickly showed their support for the singer on social media, with many praising her for her grace and class. It’s clear that despite all these years, Swift’s music continues to resonate with fans and spark important conversations.