Kylie Kelce’s Cheeky Reaction Taylor Swift’s Song “Wood”

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Kylie Kelce gets it when it comes to Taylor Swift’s recent lyrics.

Travis Kelce’s sister-in-law happily shared that her favorite song from *The Life of a Showgirl* is the one referencing her brother-in-law’s impressive physique.

I was so excited to hear Kylie talk about her favorite songs on the album during the recent *Not Gonna Lie* podcast! She said ‘Wi$h Li$t,’ ‘Opalite,’ and, honestly, ‘Wood’ are definitely her top picks – and I totally agree! But she also admitted, and I found it really relatable, that she doesn’t necessarily *need* all the super specific details about her brother-in-law in a song. It felt very honest and down-to-earth.

Even though there was a playful double meaning about Travis’s lyrics, Kylie—who has been married to Jason Kelce since 2018—only had good things to say about the explicit song.

“Great job, Trav!” Kylie exclaimed, clapping into the microphone. “Yes! Absolutely, that’s what supporting other women looks like.”

Taylor Swift’s song “Wood” is her most sexually suggestive to date, using imagery related to trees as a playful reference to her partner’s anatomy.

In the song, Taylor sings about being captivated and awakened by someone, saying, “Forgive me if this sounds arrogant, but he mesmerized me and showed me a new perspective.” She continues with a bold metaphor, comparing their connection to a redwood tree and stating, “It was obvious, and his affection was what allowed me to become intimate with him.”

Travis, who asked Taylor to marry him in August, has been careful not to reveal anything about the song’s meaning, even when his brother Jason directly questioned him about it.

On the October 8th episode of their podcast, *New Heights*, a former Philadelphia Eagle asked if anyone was feeling overconfident about the song ‘Wood’.

Although Travis didn’t say much publicly, he shared that he cares deeply for Kylie and appreciates when she mentions him. However, Jason – who has four daughters, Wyatt (6), Elliotte (4), Bennett (2), and Finnley (6 months), with Kylie – quickly challenged Travis’s reserved demeanor and wouldn’t let him pretend to be shy for long.

He stressed that the song wasn’t just *any* song, but something uniquely connected to her. However, he clarified it wasn’t *only* about her; it was more like an extension of something else – a particular feeling or idea, rather than solely focused on her personally.

Travis continued to play coy, however, adding, “I think you’re not understanding this song.”

Jason understood what Taylor was implying, repeating the “Redwood Tree” line back to his brother and then playfully making fun of himself.

He joked that Redwood wasn’t very memorable – he even suggested it was a kind description. He then imagined a song about himself, saying it would probably just be, ‘Japanese maple / Sometimes can see.’

Taylor clarified that both the Kelce family and Taylor Swift’s fans shouldn’t be confused – they are understanding the suggestive lyrics correctly.

Taylor explained that the song began very simply. Speaking on *The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon*, she said she wasn’t sure exactly how the creative process unfolded, but she and the collaborators quickly connected and the song took shape. She expressed how much she loves the final result.

For more The Life of a Showgirl Easter eggs and lyrics breakdown, keep reading…

The first song on Taylor Swift’s album, *The Life of a Showgirl*, alludes to Ophelia, a character from William Shakespeare’s play *Hamlet*, who experiences a heartbreaking story.

The lyrics suggest Taylor could have been overwhelmed by sadness if her significant other hadn’t helped her through it.

“I heard you calling / On the megaphone,” Taylor sings. “You wanna see me all alone.”

The song seems to reference Travis Kelce playfully teasing Taylor Swift on his podcast, *New Heights*, about her not being able to meet up with him during her Eras Tour – the event that sparked their relationship.

“I swore loyalty to me, myself and I,” the lyrics continue. “Right before you lit my sky up.”

Just before she started dating Travis, Taylor had recently ended things with Matty Healy and had described herself as happily single in July 2023.

But after Travis went to her concert in Kansas City that same month, sparks began to fly.

Taylor’s fiancé is now part of her tradition of hiding clues for fans, hinting at lyrics from her song “The Fate of Ophelia” on Instagram back in July. He shared photos of them together with the caption, “Had some adventures this offseason,” and added that they “Kept it real.”

So, how does this relate to Taylor’s song? The lyrics say, “You dug me out of my grave and saved my heart from the fate of Ophelia / Keep it one hundred,” which captures the feeling perfectly.

In the second song on the album, Taylor pays tribute to the iconic Elizabeth Taylor, referencing places the actress loved, like the Plaza Athénée in Paris and Musso & Frank’s in Los Angeles.

Okay, seriously, when I heard this song, it hit me – Taylor is *totally* channeling Elizabeth Taylor! It’s like, Elizabeth was constantly in the spotlight, just like Taylor is now, and for *everything* – her relationships, what she wore, the whole deal. It’s so cool how Taylor sees that connection, it’s like she *gets* Elizabeth, and it’s just…perfect. I mean, the outfits alone! It’s all so Elizabeth Taylor, but also, so Taylor Swift, you know?

But, as Taylor notes in her song, “Oftentimes it doesn’t feel so glamorous to be me.”

In the cheerful song “Opalite,” which Travis Kelce has said is his favorite from Taylor Swift’s *Showgirl* era, Taylor sings about their relationship.

Taylor has experienced a lot of heartbreak in the past, but her relationship with Travis feels peaceful and serene, like a calm, opalescent sky.

She shared on Capital radio that she’d noted ‘opalite’ because she discovered it’s a lab-created opal. Since Travis’ birthstone is opal, she’s always been drawn to the stone and particularly likes it.

She explained the meaning of the fake gemstone: “I saw it as a metaphor – just like the opal is created by people, happiness can be too.”

But some fans believe Taylor subtly referenced Travis Kelce’s ex, Kayla Nicole, in her song, suggesting he once felt used as a social media accessory.

She sings, as if addressing him, about a disconnect: ‘You couldn’t grasp why you felt so lonely. You were truly present, while she was lost in her phone.’

The lyrics continue, describing someone who seemed artificial – ‘just a pose.’ It questions our attempts at love, giving everything we have, and then notes their departure – ‘You finally left the table.’ The final lines suggest a cycle of wanting and fulfillment, stating that someone feels empty until they’re satisfied – ‘You’re starving ’til you’re not.’

Taylor Swift, Max Martin, and Shellback are officially listed as the songwriters for the song *Showgirl*. However, the late George Michael is also credited on the track “Father Figure” because it samples his 1987 song of the same title.

Taylor Swift’s team showed their support by posting on Instagram on October 2nd, thanking her for including George in a memorable moment.

Many fans believe the first part of the song is told from the point of view of Scott Borchetta, the head of Big Machine Records, who sold Taylor Swift’s original recordings to Scooter Braun. They think the song then shifts to Taylor’s perspective as she works to regain ownership of her music.

Taylor herself admitted that the song was “written in character.”

She shared on BBC Radio 1 that writing the piece was enjoyable. She explained it explores the concept of a father figure in a unique way, using it to discuss power, how power structures work, and shifts in who holds the power.

She’s particularly pleased with a risqué line in her work where she boasts about having a larger… endowment, framing it as a bargaining chip when ‘making deals with the devil’.

We’re now at the fifth song on Taylor Swift’s album, *Showgirl*, and this is typically where she places her most emotionally raw and sad tracks.

Oh my gosh, Taylor’s new song, “Eldest Daughter,” is EVERYTHING! It’s like, she’s singing about life – all the good stuff and the hard stuff – but mostly about how she *always* has her family’s back. It’s so sweet, knowing she grew up with Andrea and Scott Swift before her little brother, Austin, came along, and how close they all still are. It just *feels* so personal and real, you know?

The song emphasizes loyalty and strength, stating, ‘I’m not someone who causes trouble, and this isn’t about being ruthless. I promise I’ll always be there for you and won’t abandon you.’ It acknowledges the presence of disloyal people, but reaffirms a commitment to keeping a promise.

The sixth track on the album Showgirl explores the feeling of wishing things had been different in a romance that never really started. The lyrics evoke a sense of longing and reminiscence, recalling a prom night where the singer remembers seeing someone special. They reflect on a missed opportunity, singing, “Have fun, it’s prom… Should’ve kissed you anyway,” even though it didn’t feel like the right moment, set to the backdrop of a 50 Cent song.

Taylor Swift references her close friend, Abigail Anderson – who inspired the song “Fifteen” – in poignant lyrics about loss: “When I left school, I lost track of you / Abigail called me with the bad news / Goodbye, and we’ll never know why.”

Many fans believe the heartbreaking song is about Taylor Swift’s late friend, Jeff Lang, who passed away in 2010. He’s also thought to be the inspiration behind her earlier song, “Forever Winter.”

In the 2021 song from her Red album, she sings about feeling lost without someone, saying, “I didn’t know you were struggling, and I’d fall apart if you weren’t here.” She also reflects on being naive about hardship, promising to be a constant source of light, but facing endless darkness if that person leaves.

Despite its title, ‘Actually Romantic’ isn’t really a love song. Instead, it’s Taylor Swift’s reaction to someone who has talked about her extensively in their lyrics.

Okay, so she *sang* about this, and it totally wrecked me. She actually said she high-fived her ex – her *ex*! – and then, get this, she admitted she was happy he just disappeared on me. Like, good riddance, apparently. And then she wrote this whole song about how seeing my face makes her *sick*. Seriously, sick! She even acknowledged some people might think it’s harsh, but she called it *sweet*. Sweet! I’m obsessed, honestly. It’s…it’s just so perfectly brutal and honest, and I can’t stop thinking about it.

Taylor Swift doesn’t often say who her songs are about, but many fans think this one was inspired by Charli XCX. Charli opened for Taylor on the Reputation Tour and is also friends with Taylor’s former boyfriend, Matty, and his partner, Gabbriette Bechtel.

After Charli released her album *brat* in June 2024—Charli is married to George Daniel, who plays in the band The 1975—some people thought her song “Sympathy is a Knife” was a diss track aimed at Taylor Swift. But two months later, Taylor appeared to dismiss those rumors by publicly complimenting Charli’s work.

Taylor shared that she’s been impressed with Charli’s musical talent ever since hearing ‘Stay Away’ back in 2011. In an interview with *New York* magazine on August 26th, Taylor praised Charli’s songwriting as unique and imaginative, noting that she consistently takes songs in unexpected directions. Taylor added that she admires Charli’s dedication and is happy to see her hard work being recognized.

Could this be another hint about Charli? Taylor’s Spotify cover art features an apple, which is the title of Charli’s popular 2024 song.

TopMob News has reached out to reps for comment on the speculation and has not heard back.

On the very top of Taylor’s wish list? A forever with Travis. That includes starting a family.

“I just want you,” she sings. “Have a couple kids / Got the whole block looking like you.”

The artist even admitted it’s one of her favorite tracks on the album. 

She explained to Magic radio that recording that particular song signaled the end of the album process. She described it as a deeply emotional and honest reflection of her current life, and felt it confirmed they had finished everything they needed to do.

Taylor says wishing on stars didn’t help her find love in the past. But now that she’s with Travis, she feels so secure she doesn’t even need to rely on luck.

She sings that she doesn’t need to catch the wedding bouquet to realize a difficult time is coming.

She was correct: Taylor and Travis got engaged in August 2025, two years after they started dating.

The song features suggestive lyrics and also references *New Heights*, the podcast Taylor says brought her and Travis together.

In the tenth song, Taylor describes supporting someone who’s facing public backlash, because she understands what it’s like to be in that position herself.

She warned, “Let’s leave now, because people will panic when they see us.” She then added, almost to herself, “It’s actually good that my friends bailed – I prefer them mysterious and a little bit controversial.”

People have guessed the song might be about Taylor Swift’s friendships with Brittany Mahomes or Blake Lively, which have sometimes been criticized.

The singer explained her perspective comes from understanding what it’s like to face public struggles, possibly referencing the highly publicized conflict between Kim Kardashian and Kanye West in 2016.

After facing intense public scrutiny and being involved in several high-profile controversies throughout my career, it’s changed how I navigate life. It’s made me approach things a little differently, knowing what it’s like to be judged by so many people at once.

Taylor added that seeing others face challenges often makes you realize they’ll likely grow from the experience. If they can persevere, they have the opportunity to learn and become stronger.

Ultimately, “Cancelled!” is about my refusal to automatically dismiss someone simply because others disapprove of them. I form my own opinions based on how a person behaves and treats me directly.

As pleasant as the name suggests, honey truly is sweet. In the eleventh song on the album, Taylor explains how Travis has completely changed the meaning of certain words for her. Words like ‘honey’ and ‘sweetheart’ used to bring up negative memories, but now, she associates them with him.

Taylor sings about feeling uplifted and joyful when someone calls her ‘honey.’ She describes a perfect summer scene – bright skies and a refreshing drink – and playfully suggests she’s the person her lover desires.

In fact, Travis did call Taylor “sweetie” during her debut appearance on New Heights in August.

For her final act, Taylor teamed up with friend Sabrina Carpenter.

The song “Elizabeth Taylor” offers a look at the life of a showgirl, revealing that even though it appears glamorous, there are sacrifices involved. An experienced performer shares this reality with a rising star.

The song’s words tell a story of longing: a woman wishes she could trade anything, even her soul, for a truly fulfilling life of her own. But the lyrics point out that’s not the reality for showgirls – they’re often used up and discarded.

Finally, after experiencing what it’s like to be a showgirl, the performers come together for a closing bow, cheerfully saying, “That’s our show! We love you all, goodnight!”

The song is about encountering someone you really admire, but instead of being inspiring, they actually advise you *not* to pursue the same path. They’re just being real about how tough the entertainment industry is, but you decide to follow your dreams anyway, as she explained to Magic radio.

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