Nashville, Tennessee — Taylor Swift has regained control of her music catalog by purchasing the master recordings of her first six albums. In a heartfelt message posted on her website, the singer expressed her elation and reflections on this significant milestone.

Swift’s journey to reclaim her music began after her previous label, Big Machine, sold her master recordings to music executive Scooter Braun in 2019. She described the sale as a “worst case scenario” in a June 2019 post, alleging that she faced relentless and manipulative bullying during this time. The rights to her music changed hands again when investment firm Shamrock Capital acquired them. On Friday, Shamrock Capital announced their satisfaction with the outcome, celebrating Swift’s newfound ownership.

“It’s hard to put into words how grateful I am,” Swift wrote, highlighting how overwhelming joy had flooded her thoughts since the news broke. “All of the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me,” she added, marking a new chapter in her career.

Fans, known as Swifties, played a vital role in her journey back to ownership, as their enthusiastic support for her re-recorded albums and recent tour provided the financial backing necessary for this acquisition. In a strategic move to regain her rights, Swift began re-recording her earlier albums, branding them as “Taylor’s Version.” Last year, she released updated editions of “Fearless” and “Red,” followed by “Speak Now” and “1989” this year.

Her tour, which recently concluded in Vancouver, grossed over a billion dollars, setting a new record for concert tours. Taking the stage for nearly two years and performing in 50 cities across five continents, Swift expressed gratitude to her fans for their support in helping her reclaim her art.

As she continues her music journey, Swift hinted at plans to re-record her debut album and “Reputation,” both of which have long been in demand among her fanbase. She revealed that while she has completed most of “Taylor Swift,” she has just started working on “Reputation,” which features hits like “Delicate” and “Look What You Made Me Do.”

Those eager for more content speculated about potential projects, especially after cameras were spotted capturing moments from her tour finale, raising hopes for a concert film or documentary. Swift teased fans with the possibility of more surprises related to these projects, indicating that her earlier albums may have their moment in the spotlight soon.

As she steps forward in her career, the situation surrounding her master recordings has highlighted the importance of ownership in the music industry, prompting discussions about artists’ rights and the control they have over their own creations. Swift’s victory serves as an inspiration for many aspiring artists navigating similar challenges.