Gracie Abrams says Taylor Swift has more cultural impact than any man— X users react hilariously, “Lmao, typical Gen Z take.”

Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour - Toronto, ON - Night 3 - Source: Getty
Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour - Toronto, ON - Night 3 (Image via Getty)

When Gracie Abrams dropped a bold statement about Taylor Swift’s cultural influence, X (formerly Twitter), you guessed it, exploded with reactions.

"People will still gaslight her and her capabilities, but please point me to one man who has come close to defining pop culture in this way,"

Abrams said, implying that no man has had the same influence as Swift.

(Post via X/@PopBase)

Naturally, the internet had to weigh in, with one commenter writing,

"Lmao, typical Gen Z take."

Some Swift fans questioned if anybody could really compete with the pop icon, while Swift’s supporters came to Gracie’s defense.


The internet responds hilariously after Gracie Abrams claims no man rivals Taylor Swift’s cultural influence

Abrams’ statement sparked a heated debate online, with many rallying behind her and others firmly disagreeing. One enthusiastic fan (@folkwhvre) posted,

“Oh Gracie, I’ll give u ur 10s for this,” praising her for standing by Swift.

However, not everyone was on board. A contrasting opinion read,

“Pretending or insinuating that Taylor Swift has more impact than Michael Jackson is absolutely crazy 😭,” with many agreeing that the King of Pop still reigns supreme in cultural influence.

Of course, some reactions leaned into humor. A user (@sigmatic_) tried to diffuse the situation with a picture of AJ, Big Justice, and the Rizzler, captioned,

“Easy, nice try though,” implying Abrams might have overshot her comparison.

Others shared memes and GIFs, with one (@arianatorswildt) posting a video of Michael Jackson moonwalking alongside the caption,

“currently, yes. but…”

(Post via X/@otto_tenet)

And, naturally, the internet couldn’t resist bringing in Gracie’s famous dad, with one user quipping,

“JJ Abrams has done as much as Taytay,” cheekily suggesting her father, a Hollywood director, might have a shot at rivaling Swift’s massive cultural impact.

Taylor Swift vs Male icons: A cultural showdown

The comparison between Swift and male cultural icons like Michael Jackson has been a frequent point of discussion - queue “The Man” by Taylor Swift. She has revolutionized modern music via her genre-hopping career, big global very very long tours, and surprise drops that have redefined album releases. Through cryptic lyrics in her songs and direct online contacts with her fan base, the Swifties, she has established a relationship with her audience that is almost unmatched.

Swift’s creativity and career have had a significant impact on Gracie Abrams, one of her closest friends and a budding pop sensation in her own right. In interviews and on social media, the two have supported one another and shared the stage. It is generally known that Abrams adores Swift, and her remarks appear to acknowledge Taylor’s undeniable influence on contemporary culture.

The analogy to male idols such as Michael Jackson, who is renowned for his revolutionary impact on pop culture and music, however, sparks a more extensive discussion regarding perspective changes between generations. Swift’s impact has been more widespread in the digital era, with her reach reaching the globe. In contrast, Jackson dominated the late 20th century, influencing pop culture worldwide with his dance moves, music videos, and distinctive style.

In the end, even if Swift could be the most iconic performer of her generation, the internet will probably continue to argue over who is actually the “most culturally impactful.” There’s no denying that Gracie Abrams’ remark has sparked a lively, if occasionally heated, intergenerational conversation.

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Edited by Anshika Jain
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