Taylor Swift Reacts to Team USA Using Her Song for Olympics

On Saturday, June 27, Taylor Swift shared her excitement on social media regarding Team USA using her song “…Ready for It?” in NBC’s promotional video for the upcoming Olympic Games. NBC’s Olympics and Paralympics handle posted the video on X, tagging Taylor Swift and captioning it, “Baby Let The Games Begin. #WeAreReadyForIt.” They also highlighted the primetime schedule, stating, “Primetime in Paris: 8/7c on NBC and Peacock #ParisOlympics.”

Swift followed up by sharing the video clip on her Instagram Stories. She expressed her enthusiasm with a caption, “So ready to scream at my TV cheering for these athletes 🏅.” The promo prominently featured the Eiffel Tower, a cheering crowd, the iconic Olympic rings, and notable members of Team USA such as LeBron James and Simone Biles. Toward the end of the clip, Biles directly engaged viewers by asking, “Are you guys ready for it?”

Swift isn’t the only major American artist featured in the 2024 Olympics promotional efforts. Beyoncé also played a key role, introducing the team with her song “YA YA” from the album Cowboy Carter. In her pre-recorded video that kicked off the event, Beyoncé mentioned several key athletes, including Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Caeleb Dressel, Katie Ledecky, and Simone Biles.

In her message, Beyoncé shared her admiration for the athletes, saying, “Come on, you’ve got to love Noah and Sha’Carri, the fastest man and woman on the planet. They’ll race the world anytime, anyplace. How about Caeleb? Proud papa, back in the drink for more gold. And Katie, the longer the race, the better she swims. And I know you know my girl Simone—born to fly, destined to inspire.”

She continued, “That pride and that joy, that’s what gets me about this team and that’s what makes me believe in this team. And that’s why I can’t wait to see what they pull over these next 16 days. America, give it up for Team USA. The very best of who we are. What a vision to behold. What a team to believe in. What a night to celebrate.”

The promotional efforts from both Taylor Swift and Beyoncé underscore the significant cultural and motivational power of music. Their involvement not only highlights their personal support but also aims to inspire both the athletes and fans worldwide. By leveraging their music and influence, these artists add an extra layer of excitement and engagement to the Olympic Games, creating memorable moments before the competitions even begin.

Such contributions from prominent figures in the entertainment industry serve as a testament to the unifying power of sports and music. The 2024 Olympics is gearing up to be a multifaceted celebration that merges athletic prowess with cultural richness, promising an unforgettable experience for audiences around the globe.

Source: NBC, Instagram