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Taylor Swift Cleverly Claps Back At Dave Grohl After He Implied She Doesn't 'Play Live'

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By Favour Adegoke on June 24, 2024 at 10:15 AM EDT
Updated on September 10, 2024 at 4:26 PM EDT

Taylor Swift has defiantly responded to Dave Grohl's "live" performance jibe at her sold-out Wembley show.

During Grohl's London show, he took a swipe at Swift's Eras Tour, suggesting the "Bad Blood" hitmaker doesn't "play live."

Taylor Swift fired back last night in a clever way by introducing and thanking her band, who she pointed out were playing "live."

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Taylor Swift's Classy Response To Dave Grohl's 'Live' Remark

Taylor Swift on the Eras tour
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The popstar performed last night in front of a soldout Wembley Stadium audience and didn't miss the chance to clap back at the Foo Fighters singer, who recently implied that she doesn't perform "live."

As she took to the stage, Swift introduced her band to the audience, pointing out that they would be playing "live" for three and a half hours.

"What you just did is an unforgettable moment in not just my life, but every very single one of our crew," Swift told the crowd, pointing to her crew members. "The band that will be playing live for you for three and a half hours tonight."

"They deserve this so much and so does every one of my fellow performers, and you just gave that to us so generously. We'll never forget it," she added, per Consequence.

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Dave Grohl Said His Band 'Actually Plays Live'

Foo Fighters' Dave Grohl
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Grohl, the frontman for the Foo Fighters, made shady comments about Swift during his band's concert at the London Stadium.

Footage posted online showed Grohl making quips about Swift after his mentioning of her Eras Tour happening at the Wembley Stadium nearby was met with boos from the audience.

"I tell you, man, you don't want to suffer the wrath of Taylor Swift," the rock star noted to the large crowd, per Consequence.

He continued, "So we like to call our tour the 'Errors Tour.' We've had more than a few eras and more than a few f-cking errors as well. Just a couple."

Grohl then took a direct jab at Swift, stating, "That's because we actually play live. What? Just saying. You guys like raw, live rock 'n' roll music, right? You came to the right f-cking place."

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Dave Grohl Was Slammed Online For His Remarks

Dave Grohl at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards - Arrivals
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A clip of Grohl making the statements about Swift went viral online, causing Swifties, fans of the "Blank Space" singer, to roast him brutally.

"Wow Grohl so washed [up] he has to use Taylor's name for free pr? Embarrassing. Thought he was better than that. What a shame," a fan noted.

Another said, "An old washed up miserable man using her name [as] a desperate last attempt to recover his dying career… next

"Once again, men bashing Taylor for literally no reason she didn't do anything wrong, and they feel the need to talk about her," a third person commented on X.

Another agreed, writing, "This is incredibly odd behavior considering this was an incredibly unprovoked statement."

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However, some fans defended Grohl's statement and suggested it might not be a direct diss at the "Out of the Woods" singer.

One such comment read, "I don't think he's talking about Taylor. i ain't gonna let y'all attack the legend Dave over speculation."

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Taylor Swift Brings Boyfriend Travis Kelce On Stage

Swift recently surprised fans by bringing her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, on stage for the third leg of her Wembley performance on Sunday night.

The couple's romance is going strong, days after they went Instagram official with British royals Prince William and his kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.

Kelce was dressed in a tuxedo and top heart as he joined Swift for her "I Can Do It With a Broken Heart" outfit change.

The NFL star made sure to put his gentlemanly duties on display as he stepped in for the dancers who typically carry Swift on stage during the segment.

He also showed off his dancing skills and gave a big smile before exiting the stage.

Taylor Swift Wished The Prince Of Wales A Happy Birthday

Taylor Swift takes a selfie with Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce
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During her first London show on Friday, Swift had some royal fans in attendance: Prince William and his kids, George and Charlotte.

William celebrated his 42nd birthday at the concert and took a selfie with the singer, which was posted on the royals' official account.

The Prince and Princess of Wales's official X account posted the cute snap of the three royals and the pop star smiling from ear to ear - with the caption, "Thank you Taylor Swift for a great evening!"

Swift also returned the gesture with a picture of herself, the royals, and Kelce, and captioned it, "Happy birthday M8! London shows are off to a splendid start."

Footage of the Prince of Wales having his "dad dancing" moment as Swift performed her 2014 hit "Shake It Off" also went viral online, warming the hearts of many fans.

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