Did Taylor Swift’s ‘Sexy Baby’ lyric come from Cristin Milioti on ’30 Rock’?

When Taylor Swift dropped her album “Midnights” in 2022, one lyric in particular caught the attention of many listeners. The second verse of the lead single “Anti-Hero” featured the line, “Sometimes I feel like everybody is a sexy baby, and I’m a monster on the hill.” This lyric sparked speculation and theories about its meaning, with some suggesting it was inspired by actress Cristin Milioti’s character on 30 Rock, Abby Flynn.

In a scene from 30 Rock, Tina Fey’s character, Liz Lemon, criticizes Flynn for portraying a “sexy baby” persona to attract male attention. Recently, Milioti addressed the speculation in an interview with SiriusXM, acknowledging the possibility that her character could have influenced Swift’s songwriting for “Anti-Hero.”

Milioti shared her surprise at the response she received when the album was released, with many people reaching out to her about the potential connection. She expressed her appreciation for the idea, calling it a compliment, but admitted she couldn’t confirm if her portrayal on 30 Rock was indeed the inspiration for Swift’s lyrics.

While the mystery of the “sexy baby” reference remains unsolved, “Anti-Hero” as a whole delves into Swift’s personal fears and vulnerabilities. In an Instagram video prior to the album’s release, Swift explained that the song reflected her inner struggles with feeling overwhelmed by her fame and the loss of her sense of self.

Swift described “Anti-Hero” as one of her favorite songs, emphasizing that it explores the aspects of herself that she finds difficult to accept. Despite the dark themes, she reassured her fans that she didn’t want pity, but rather wanted to share her struggles in a heartfelt manner through her music.

If you’re curious to hear Milioti discuss Swift’s “sexy baby” lyric and the original 30 Rock scene, be sure to watch the video below for more insights.