Taylor Swift’s “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” MV Is a Behind-The-Scenes Look at The Eras Tour

Taylor Swift, ever the queen of surprises, capped off her final Eras Tour stop in London with the unexpected premiere of her music video for “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart.” The nearly four-minute video, unveiled at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday night, is a visual feast for fans, seamlessly blending behind-the-scenes moments from her record-breaking tour with the emotional depth of one of her most poignant tracks from The Tortured Poets Department album.

A surprise gift 

Known for her deep emotional connection with her audience, Taylor chose to debut the video immediately after her final performance of “Karma,” the traditional closer for her shows. The crowd at Wembley was left in awe as the giant screens flickered to life, revealing intimate moments from the Eras Tour preparations—a move that electrified the stadium.

A peek behind the curtain

The video, featuring clips of Taylor’s background dancers and tour crew, offers an unprecedented look at the intricate preparations behind the Tortured Poets segment of the tour. Taylor herself appears in various candid moments, including a much-talked-about scene where she lands on a crash pad after diving off the stage during her acoustic set and the playful moment she confirms she’s hidden inside a cleaning cart as she enters the stage—both iconic moments for those who’ve attended the tour.

Doing it with a broken heart

The video is set to the upbeat yet lyrically dark “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” a track that has sparked much speculation among fans about its inspiration. Many believe the song, and now the video chronicles Taylor’s emotional journey following her breakup with longtime partner Joe Alwyn.

In a playful yet symbolic twist, a previous London show saw Taylor’s new beau, NFL star Travis Kelce, join her on stage, lifting her off her feet before she launched into the song about heartbreak. It was a moment that seemed to encapsulate the juxtaposition of love and loss that runs through the Tortured Poets album.

The “Eras Tour” phenomenon

The release of this music video marks a significant chapter for the pop star. Her Eras Tour, projected to generate nearly $900 million by the end of 2024, has been nothing short of a cultural phenomenon.

Yet, amidst the grandeur, it’s the personal moments—captured so beautifully in the “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart” video—that have endeared Taylor to her fans. This behind-the-scenes look at the tour’s operation offers a rare glimpse into the hard work and dedication required to craft a show of this magnitude.

During her 100th show in Liverpool, Taylor spoke for the first time about the tour’s conclusion in December. The tour, spanning five continents and 152 shows, will end in Vancouver, Canada, on December 8, 2024.

Watch the full music video here:

Lead photos from @taylorswift