A Showgirl’s Guide to Getting High: Cannabis Pairings for Taylor Swift’s New Era
Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl feels like a glittery fever dream of heartbreak, self-discovery, and power. It’s bold, emotional, and packed with moments that make you stop and replay a lyric or two. Since every song creates a different mood, we’ve paired each track with a strain or product that fits its energy. These pairings will help you sink deeper into the lyrics, whether you’re dancing, crying, or both.
“The Fate of Ophelia” – Mystical Melody AiroPod Vape
This haunting opener feels like standing in a smoky spotlight, reflecting on all the roles we play. The strain’s dominant Limonene and creative energy reflect the song’s joyful subversion of a tragic fate like “drowning in melancholy.” Just as the vape offers a refreshing burst of raspberry, lime, and tangerine, the song provides a clean, hopeful soundscape, creating an experience of vitality and having been wonderfully saved. It’s the ideal pairing for appreciating a happy, rescued ending.
“Elizabeth Taylor” – Divorce Cake by Vlasic Labs
The name alone says it all. Taylor channels old-Hollywood glamour and chaos here, and Divorce Cake fits perfectly. Just like Elizabeth Taylor herself, this hybrid dramatic, rich, and unforgettable. Ideal for those moments of indulgent reflection on love’s many plot twists. With its vanilla-sweet flavor easing into a soothing full-body high, Divorce Cake is the decadent, necessary indulgence for a celebrity needing to let go of the pressure like a sweet reward after a highly-publicized battle.
“Opalite” – Opals and Bononoze by Curio
This track glows softly, shimmering with nostalgia and transformation. Opals and Bononoze brings the same energy with its balanced, uplifting effects. It’s the perfect companion for when you’re feeling a little sentimental but ready to move forward. Recommended for stress and anxiety relief, the strain’s mind-quieting effects mirror the song’s transition from “lightning strikes” and “onyx nights” to a brighter present. This hybrid’s balanced, happy energy embodies the song’s theme of manufacturing joy like a self-made happiness as brilliant and unique as the synthetic opalite gem itself.
“Father Figure” – Mean Mug Live Budder from Sinse
The indica-hybrid Mean Mug live budder perfectly complements the narrative of power and reclamation in Taylor Swift’s Father Figure. Known for its strong body effects and carefree, couch-locked relaxation, the budder is the ultimate release after fighting a protracted, industry-shaking battle. The euphoric head buzz and calm focus it provides match the song’s final perspective shift, moving past the betrayal to a feeling of supreme, self-assured victory: the moment she reclines in the executive chair and declares, “This empire belongs to me.”
“Eldest Daughter” – Collard Greens from Vivid
By the time you reach track five, you deserve something grounding. As the deeply emotional Track 5, Eldest Daughter details the heavy emotional weight of perfectionism and vulnerability, and the indica-leaning hybrid Collard Greens is the perfect mental salve. Known for its deeply calm, happy, and relaxed effects, the strain provides the necessary comfort to process the song’s themes of “first lamb to the slaughter” pressure. This soothing strain melts away the self-inflicted burden, creating the headspace for the final, soft realization that it’s okay to let down the “wolf” facade and embrace a genuine, happy ending.
“Ruin the Friendship” – Winter Sunset from Buoyant Bob
If you’re a Swiftie, you know why we chose this one. A callback to Forever Winter, this track feels intimate and bittersweet. With its unique balance of a relaxed high without heavy sedation, this strain from Buoyant Bob offers a clear, gentle sense through which to revisit the memory of her childhood friend. The dreamy, unfocused haze induced by the strain is ideal for sitting back and pondering the heartbreaking lyric whispered at the grave: “Should’ve kissed you anyway.” (We’re sobbing writing this one.)
“Actually Romantic” – Green Crack Platinum Vape
There’s something darkly funny about a song romanticizing jealous. The bright, energetic rush of Green Crack from Platinum is the perfect complement to the uncomplicated joy of Actually Romantic. Just as the sativa strain delivers a sharp, focused euphoria, the Taylor Swift track cuts through drama to celebrate a simple, untangled love.
“Wi$h Li$t” – Gondola Wish by Curio
This one’s sweet and dreamy, the kind of song that makes you think about what you really want. The balanced hybrid effects of Curio’s Gondola Wish, known for its creative uplift and stress relief, perfectly set the scene for this introspective track. The gentle euphoria of this strain aligns with Taylor’s ultimate wish for a peaceful, family-centered life over Hollywood glamour.
“Wood” – Guavualtion Live Rosin from Head Change
If you know, you know. This song is pure desire wrapped in poetic lyrics, and Guavulation delivers that same slow-burn satisfaction. With its overtly cheeky double-entendres and references to “Redwood Tree” and “New Heights of manhood,” Taylor’s Wood is an energetic, confident celebration of physical love and finding a true connection. The indica-dominant hybrid Guavualtion live rosin from HeadChange perfectly matches the vibe by offering a physically relaxed yet mentally focused high that feels both blissful and creatively inspired. This combo delivers a full-spectrum tropical punch that enhances the song’s playful joy and lets you fully appreciate finding a love that makes you feel good with no need to “knock on wood.”
“CANCELED!” – Sin Mintz Greenlight Prerolls
The indica-leaning hybrid Sin Mintz offers a potent, creeping euphoria and full-body relaxation, a perfect mental cushion for taking on public scrutiny. Its deeply calming effects pair brilliantly with the defiant snark of Taylor Swift’s CANCELED!, a track that turns the tables on critics with a fierce loyalty anthem. The minty, earthy smoke of the strain provides the necessary blissful confidence to declare, “Good thing I like my friends cancelled,” letting the good vibes of the high override any online noise.
“Honey” – Honey Highway Proper Prerolls
The vibrant, live-resin infused Honey Highway prerolls from Proper provide a creative and uplifted high that sets the perfect tone for a carefree, sweet escape. This energetic euphoria pairs perfectly with Taylor Swift’s Honey, a track about reclaiming a sweet pet name and redefining it from a source of past hurt into a sincere, lovely term of endearment.
“The Life of a Showgirl” – Glitter Bomb from Royal
Taylor closes with a glittery, cinematic finale that sparkles with defiance. Glitter Bomb is the ultimate celebration strain, bubbly, fun, and full of confidence. It’s the perfect way to end the album feeling like the star of your own story.
From heartbreak to healing, The Life of a Showgirl takes us through every shade of emotion and these strain pairings bring the perfect kind of calm, clarity, and sparkle to the experience. Ready to set the mood for your own listening session? Shop our online menu and checkout our daily deals today.
