Taylor Swift sings ‘Mary’s Song’ after 16 years

Taylor Swift wowed fans at her recent The Eras Tour stop at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, the Netherlands on Saturday (July 6). The pop superstar surprised the sold-out crowd with the first live performance of “Mary’s Song” in 16 years, seamlessly blending the 2006 deep cut into a mashup with “So High School” and “Everything Has Changed.”

Eagle-eyed Swifties were quick to pick up on the updated meaning behind the song’s closing lyrics: “I’ll be 87, you’ll be 89 / I’ll still look at you like the stars that shine / In the sky, oh my my my.” The lyrical Easter egg was a sweet nod to Swift’s boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, who wears the number 87 jersey for the Kansas City Chiefs. Kelce was spotted in the audience beaming with joy during the performance.

Kelce has been a frequent attendee at Swift’s shows as she travels through Europe. Last weekend, he joined her in Dublin for some shows, and the weekend prior, he was present for all three of her performances at London’s Wembley Stadium. On the third night in London, Kelce arrived with Swift’s parents, Scott and Andrea. He even made a surprise appearance on stage during one of the shows, dressed in a tuxedo and top hat as part of a skit.

In a recent podcast episode, Kelce shared his experience of being on stage with Swift and joked about the pressure of not dropping her. He said, “You can do no wrong with Taylor on stage. [I kept telling myself], ‘Do not drop the baby. Hold onto the baby.’ She found the perfect part of the show to put me in. It was the safest option.”

The Amsterdam shows marked a triumphant return for Swift, who hadn’t performed in the Netherlands since her 1989 World Tour in 2015. The “Karma” singer made the most of her three-night run at the Johan Cruyff Arena, delivering a career-spanning set that delighted fans.

On the preceding night, Swift surprised fans with the live debut of “imgonnagetyouback,” blending the track with a standout from Reputation, “Dress.” Attendees were also treated to an emotional medley of “You Are In Love” and “Cowboy Like Me.”

Next on Swift’s tour itinerary is Zürich, Switzerland where she will perform for two nights. The European leg will then conclude with five highly anticipated dates in London. Fans can expect more surprises and unforgettable performances as Swift continues to captivate audiences around the world with her incredible talent.