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Jul 10, 2023

Did Scooter Braun Use Kpop Star And BTS Member Jungkook To Get Revenge On Taylor Swift?

Here's whether Scooter Braun is using his connection to BTS' most popular member to get back at Taylor Swift... In her journey as a musician, Taylor Swift has focused on upholding her artistic

Here's whether Scooter Braun is using his connection to BTS' most popular member to get back at Taylor Swift...

In her journey as a musician, Taylor Swift has focused on upholding her artistic independence and gaining recognition for her renowned songwriting. But she faced a significant obstacle in the form of music mogul Scooter Braun. The clash between Taylor and Scooter started when he purchased Big Machine Records, her old music company, for $300 million in 2019.

This gave him control over Taylor's first six albums. When Taylor heard this, she admitted feeling rattled at first, but she didn't let it stop her. She decided to re-record her old songs with a new albums called "Taylor's Version." These releases garnered praise for their mature and authentic essence.

The feud between Taylor and Scooter Braun has remained a huge debate in the music scene for a long time. Some fans believe that Scooter tried to get revenge on Taylor Swift by using Korean superstar Jeon Jungkook...

Taylor Swift left Big Machine Records for a new deal with Universal's Republic Records in 2018. Big Machine Records is the birthplace of her first six albums. In a twist that caused shock among the pop culture community, Scooter Braun swept in and took hold of the label, effectively gaining control over her early discography.

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This, needless to say, didn't sit too well with Taylor. Her sights were set on her master recordings, and she even contemplated the idea of buying them back personally. This inevitably caused major conflict between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun.

Taylor Swift openly called out Scooter and Scott Borchetta in a candid and heartfelt Tumblr post back in the summer of 2019.

Among all the drama, Kelly Clarkson generously shared some precious advice with Taylor in a tweet that read: "Just a thought, U should go in & re-record all the songs that U don’t own the masters on exactly how U did them but put brand new art & some kind of incentive so fans will no longer buy the old versions. I’d buy all of the new versions just to prove a point."

Taylor took Kelly's advice to heart and by the time August rolled around, Taylor announced to Good Morning America that she plans to re-record her earlier albums.

Fast-forward to November 14, 2019, Taylor Swift wrote a heartfelt Tumblr post titled "Don't know what else to do." This time, Taylor directed her grievances at Scooter and Scott yet again, accusing them of preventing her from performing her classic hits at the AMAs, where she was set to be honored with the prestigious Artist of the Decade award.

But Taylor was far from backing down. Big Machine Records then released a statement, countering Taylor's side of the story. Meanwhile, Scooter finally broke his silence with a now-deleted Instagram post, labeling the entire situation a "miscommunication" at its core.

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A few months later, Taylor lashed out at Big Machine's because they intended to release an aged performance of hers as a live album. She accused Scooter and his associates of exploiting her earlier work to recuperate the losses stemming from their acquisition of her master recordings.

Then, on November 16, 2020, Scooter sold off the master rights to Taylor's initial six albums, raking in a staggering $300 million. Speculation began that Taylor brought back her discography, but she denied any involvement in the deal whatsoever.

She then began re-recording her discography, with "Fearless (Taylor's Version)" and "Red (Taylor's Version)" kicking things off in 2021. Furthermore, she unveiled a treasure trove of previously unreleased tracks, much to the delight of her loyal fanbase.

Scooter Braun has forged a close bond with HYBE Entertainment. Back in 2019, Braun's company, Ithaca Holdings LLC, acquired a minority stake in Big Hit Entertainment, which later underwent a transformation into HYBE. This partnership was all about opening up opportunities for K-pop artists to shine in the Western music scene.

Through Scooter's affiliation with HYBE, he got acquainted with none other than boy group sensation BTS and the remarkable breakout soloist, Jeon Jungkook. Jungkook is known for his chart-topping hits, his music has left his mark with tracks like "Seven" featuring Latto, his collaborative piece with Charlie Puth titled "Left and Right," and a notable contribution to an official FIFA World Cup song titled "Dreamers."

Related: The Unexpected Ways Jung Kook And RM Of BTS Are Benefiting From World Cup Publicity

The buzz surrounding Jungkook's solo debut reached a fever pitch when Scooter Braun hinted at the upcoming album. Scooter took to Instagram, sharing snapshots and a brief video of Jungkook in a recording studio.

These photos showcased Jungkook alongside Scooter Braun and esteemed industry producers Andrew Watt and Cirkut. Scooter's caption read, “It’s always fun to witness history. These are the moments. This is a BIG one. #JK.”

As the news of Scooter Braun and HYBE America collaborating on Jungkook's upcoming project circulated, rumors spread about the potential of Jungkook teaming up with Scooter Braun for his solo endeavors.

Jungkook's immense popularity in the United States has not gone unnoticed, with numerous industry insiders highlighting how his voice resonates perfectly with radio listeners across the USA.

Jungkook's solo album is rumored to make its debut on the third of November, and this particular date lead many fans to discuss whether Scooter had ulterior motives.

Now, why does this spark discussions about Scooter Braun's intentions and Taylor Swift?

Well, it's worth noting that Taylor Swift's much-anticipated album "1989 (Taylor's Version)" is set to release on October 27th.

This means that Jungkook's album might drop approximately a week after Taylor's release.

Fans have raised an eyebrow at this timing, suggesting that it could be a strategic move. After all, Jungkook possesses remarkable selling power, chart-topping prowess, and streaming influence, much like Taylor Swift.

The close releases are thought to potentially shake up the Billboard Hot 100 & 200 charts, adding an intriguing twist to the musical landscape.

However, it's essential to note that the November 3rd release date for Jungkook's album is not confirmed just yet, this is all just speculation.

Mera is a Freelance Writer currently working on producing content for TheThings.com. Based in the United Kingdom, she developed a love for writing after studying English and Media Studies at School.Mera is very passionate about pop culture and music, and has a lifetime hobby in reading both fiction and non-fiction books.