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Taylor Swift and the unbearable whiteness of girlhood

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Taylor Swift's Connection with Teenage Girlhood

This chapter discusses Taylor Swift's music and its relatability to teenage girls, as well as her portrayal of princess-like girlhood. It explores the construction and perception of girlhood in society, highlighting the association of purity, goodness, and white femininity. The chapter also touches on Taylor Swift's re-recording of her old albums and how celebrities like her shape the construction of girlhood for everyday people.

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