Jack Antonoff Says ‘Cruel Summer’ Was Always His and Taylor Swift’s Favorite Song on ‘Lover’
Jack Antonoff has once again expressed his admiration for “Cruel Summer” and discussed the recent success of the song, which he co-wrote and produced with Taylor Swift.
Appearing on The Tonight Show, the 39-year-old Bleachers musician discussed the song’s remarkable reception, including its achievement of reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Antonoff praised the role of fans in the contemporary music industry, emphasizing that the music business has evolved into a realm driven by people’s preferences.
Antonoff highlighted the transformation in selecting singles, explaining that the concept of a single has shifted to align with what friends would play if they gathered in a room. He shared the story of how “Cruel Summer” became a testament to this evolving landscape, as it was their favorite track on the album but gained traction organically, with no significant industry push or promotion.
He concluded by stating that this phenomenon wasn’t unique to “Cruel Summer” and that the music business has become an exciting space for artists to navigate.
Notably, “Cruel Summer” claimed the No. 1 spot on the charts and coincided with the release of new mixes of the song. To celebrate, Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff shared an Instagram video, expressing their gratitude and excitement for the song’s success, despite it being deep into the fall season.
