Taylor Swift recently proved her quick thinking during a potentially dangerous situation in her New York City apartment.
Page Six reported that Taylor Swift extinguished a fire in her $50M NYC apartment while hungover, with her friend Gracie Abrams revealing the details.
The fire occurred in her $50 million Tribeca loft, caused by a candle that toppled over after a lively celebration. Taylor Swift, accompanied by a close friend and fellow songwriter Gracie Abrams, initially mistook the noise of the falling candle for one of Swift’s pets.
Despite the scare, Swift managed to handle the situation with remarkable calm. “She was such a legend — I don’t know how at this hour or in our state she knew what to do,” expressed Abrams, highlighting Swift's composed response despite the unexpected chaos.
The incident took place several hours after the duo, enthralled in their creative process, had finished a songwriting session. They spent the earlier part of the evening listening to new tracks and co-writing the song "Us" for Abrams' upcoming album.
After enjoying a dinner that featured cocktails and creative camaraderie, Swift and Abrams indulged in listening sessions that included tracks from Aaron Dessner and a preview of Swift’s unreleased album "Tortured Poets Department". The evening blossomed into an inspirational journey of music appreciation.
Following their creative stint at the piano, the atmosphere was jubilant. Abrams described the moment, "Something caught our ear at the same time very hard and fast. So we ran to the piano and started writing this song. … I used to fantasize about that kind of a thing as a kid.”
The festive nature of the evening turned abruptly when the candle incident occurred, leading to a fire in the kitchen, which Swift quickly extinguished. The aftermath of inhaling fire extinguisher chemicals left both singers with persistent coughs, an ordeal Abrams whimsically compared to persistent winds from a desert. “We both had an insane cough from the Sahara wind for weeks,” she joked.
The incident, though harrowing, didn't dampen the spirits of the two artists for long. Abrams shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to Taylor Swift on Instagram in December 2023, where she tenderly mentioned, “I love you so much I’m always on the floor about it.” This post gained new attention following the revelation of their near-miss with the fire, prompting fans to express their newfound understanding and relief.
In response to the outpouring of support, fans revisited Abrams’ tribute and shared spirited comments. “WE FINALLY KNOW WHAT GRACIE IS ON THE FLOOR FOR,” one fan wrote, encapsulating the mix of concern and celebratory relief that flooded Swift's fan community.
The bravery and composure shown by Taylor Swift during the ordeal not only fortified her reputation among fans but also revealed her capacity to navigate emergencies. Abrams deemed her actions fearless, underscoring the depth of her resolve as a musician and a person of action in critical situations.
While the night started and proceeded under the banner of music and collaboration, it concluded with a real-life testament to Swift's readiness and bravery. Both artists emerged from the experience unscathed and perhaps with a deeper bond and a story that added more depth to their already rich friendship.
Taylor Swift demonstrated quick thinking by extinguishing a fire caused by a fallen candle in her $50 million Tribeca apartment despite being hungover after a night of celebration and songwriting with Gracie Abrams. The incident occurred shortly after the pair had finished a creative session, during which they wrote a song for Abrams' upcoming album. Despite the potential danger, Swift managed to maintain her composure and handle the situation effectively, showcasing her ability to respond calmly in emergencies.
