Donna Kelce, mother of NFL star Travis Kelce, attended the QVC Women’s Summit in Las Vegas and shared her thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department. Donna mentioned that some songs on the album may be inspired by her son and she plans to ask Swift about it when they next meet. She quickly listened to the album upon its release and described it as Swift’s best work yet, consisting of 31 songs in total.
The album, released on April 19, features a track titled “So High School” that many fans believe is dedicated to Travis Kelce. The song references their relationship, including his favorite phrase “full throttle,” his distinctive “crinkling eyes,” and his initial attempt to get Swift’s attention. Another bonus track on the album, “The Albatross,” alludes to the warning Travis received when he started dating Swift, while “The Alchemy” uses sports metaphors to hint at their relationship.
Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance blossomed during the 2023-2024 NFL season, with Swift attending his games and building a bond with Donna. The two women were seen celebrating together at the Kansas City Chiefs’ AFC Championship Game, along with Travis’ father, Donna’s other son Jason Kelce, and his wife Kylie Kelce. Donna and Swift were also spotted walking hand in hand to congratulate Travis after his second consecutive Super Bowl win in February.
QVC’s Women’s Summit celebrated women over 50 and featured various high-profile stars, including Donna Kelce, Christina Applegate, Patti LaBelle, Rita Wilson, Naomi Watts, Martha Stewart, and Queen Latifah. Donna’s attendance at the event allowed her the opportunity to discuss her thoughts on Taylor Swift’s album. Donna expressed her excitement about the album being Swift’s best work yet and indicated that she would determine which songs may have been inspired by her son when she speaks to Swift in the future.
Swift’s song “So High School” highlights the unique aspects of her relationship with Travis Kelce, incorporating various references to their time together. The lyrics draw parallels between the feelings of being young and in love at sixteen and the mature relationship Swift shares with Kelce. As the album unfolds, it becomes evident that Swift’s experiences with Kelce have influenced some of the songs, creating speculation among fans about the inspiration behind certain tracks.
