Taylor Swift is set to release the much-anticipated “Opalite” music video. The premiere is scheduled for Friday morning, February 6. Fans can view the video on Spotify and Apple Music at 8 a.m. ET.
Details on the “Opalite” Release
Following the music video debut on these platforms, it will be available on YouTube starting Sunday, February 8. “Opalite” is the second visual from Swift’s latest project, The Life of a Showgirl. The first video, for the lead single “The Fate of Ophelia,” was unveiled during a theatrical release party before appearing on YouTube two days later.
What to Expect
There is speculation among fans about whether the “Opalite” video will differ from the version shown in theaters. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see if it includes any new elements.
The Life of a Showgirl: Chart Performance
The Life of a Showgirl made a significant impact on the music industry. Released on October 3, it debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, where it remained for a total of 12 weeks. In its first week, it achieved a remarkable record of 4.002 million equivalent album units sold in the United States.
- Album Title: The Life of a Showgirl
- Release Date: October 3
- Debut on Billboard 200: No. 1
- Weeks at No. 1: 12 weeks
- First-week sales: 4.002 million units
“The Fate of Ophelia” also made an impressive entry by debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, while “Opalite” reached its peak at No. 2.
Upcoming Vinyl Release
In addition to the music video, Swift has announced a limited edition “Opalite” 7-inch vinyl single. This item will be available for purchase for only 48 hours on her web store. The expected shipping date is around February 9.
Taylor’s strategic choice to premiere “Opalite” on Spotify and Apple Music comes after YouTube’s recent changes affecting its streaming data eligibility for Billboard charts. These updates emphasize subscription streams, reflecting current consumer behavior trends in the music industry.
