Hello fellow Swifties and fans of the Enneagram personality test! If you’re new to the Enneagram it is a system of personality typing consisting of nine numbers and personality types based on various core motivations rather than characteristics or behaviors as in other personality tests. If you’re looking to learn more about the Enneagram in general, how the types differ, or just about your own number then this may be a good place to start! You can also read about the various personality types here and take a brief introductory test here, although it is ultimately a self-selecting personality test.
I started this project to combine two of my favorite things, but also to celebrate the release of Taylor’s first rereleased album coming out this Friday. I decided to make it my mission to compile a playlist for each type comprised of only TS songs (to be swapped out as each of her albums is re-released to ensure we are actually supporting the artist behind the music) and had a lot of fun in the process. Each playlist includes songs that capture some aspect of the different numbers based on my interpretations of the lyrics and melodies as well as other previously typed songs from Ms. Taylor.
When it comes down to the enneagram and really any personality test, it is all about learning how to empathize and better understand those around us. What better way to foster community through music than by learning more about how our loved ones perceive the world through the lens of Taylor Swift! As a Tennessee native, Swift incorporates folklore, immersive storytelling, and aspects of Southern-style music into all of her work. I hope you enjoy these playlists and get to see these songs in a new way as I have through this project!
You can check out the cover art for each playlist and collage mood boards by clicking here and find my Pinterest boards for each type by following me @clarissabird17