Taylor Swift premiered the music video for her new single 'Patient Zero' at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night, according to Variety and Deadline. The video aired on CBS and MTV during the broadcast.
'Patient Zero' is part of Swift's 'Showgirl: Encore' release, according to Breitbart. Deadline reported that a teaser clip of the video had been released on Thursday, ahead of the full video's premiere at the VMAs.
Variety described the video as turning the song into a dramatic ghost story, expanding on a romantic triangle referenced in the track. Deadline reported that the full video fleshed out the storyline hinted at in the earlier teaser.
The song and video have prompted commentary about Swift's songwriting, according to Billboard, which discussed what the release suggests about her future work now that she is married.
How each side covered it
Left
- Variety reported the video's world premiere at the VMAs on Sunday night.
- Variety framed the video as turning the song into a dramatic ghost story involving a romantic triangle.
- The New York Times included 'Patient Zero' among songs generating discussion.
“Taylor Swift Premieres ‘Patient Zero’ Music Video at VMAs, Turning Her New ‘Showgirl: Encore’ Single Into a Dramatic Ghost Story” — Variety
Center
- Deadline reported the video's premiere during the VMAs broadcast on CBS and MTV.
- Deadline noted a teaser clip had been released on Thursday before the full video.
- Billboard examined what the song suggests about Swift's songwriting future as a married artist.
“Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” Music Video Drops: Watch It On Apple Music, Amazon Music Or Spotify” — Deadline
Right
- Breitbart reported the release of 'Patient Zero' as part of Swift's 'Showgirl' encore.
“Taylor Swift releases ‘Showgirl’ encore with new single ‘Patient Zero’” — Breitbart
Questions readers ask
What happened with Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' music video?
Taylor Swift premiered the official music video for her new single 'Patient Zero' during the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night, airing on CBS and MTV.
What is 'Patient Zero' part of?
According to Breitbart, 'Patient Zero' is a single released as part of Taylor Swift's 'Showgirl: Encore' project.
Was there a preview before the full video premiere?
Yes, Deadline reported that a teaser clip of the video was released on Thursday, days before the full video premiered at the VMAs on Sunday.
What is the video's storyline about?
Variety described the video as a dramatic ghost story that expands on a romantic triangle referenced in the song.
Sources · 7 outlet reports
- HuffPostLeft-leaningTaylor Swift Confirms She’s ‘Patient Zero’ In VMAs Music Video Debut
- The New York TimesLeft-leaningTaylor Swift Named Her New Song ‘Patient Zero.’ Where Does the Term Originate?
- USA TodayLeft-leaningTaylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' debuts at VMAs – How to watch
- VarietyLeft-leaningTaylor Swift Premieres ‘Patient Zero’ Music Video at VMAs, Turning Her New ‘Showgirl: Encore’ Single Into a Dramatic Ghost Story
- BillboardCenterTaylor Swift Says Inspiration For ‘Patient Zero’ Came From Chat With Friends About This Awkward Relationship Request From an Ex
- DeadlineCenterTaylor Swift Breaks Spotify Records With "Patient Zero"
- BreitbartRight-leaningTaylor Swift releases ‘Showgirl’ encore with new single ‘Patient Zero’