Which Eras Tour song did Taylor Swift perform in the video played at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards? All to know

Taylor Swift released a video showcasing a special version of her song "Mirrorball" from her Eras Tour at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The performance aired as part of the ceremony, serving as a nostalgic treat for fans of the tour.

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Though Swift was not present at the ceremony, the performance aired on the second anniversary of the Eras Tour's opening night, adding to its sentimental value.

The significance of "Mirrorball"

The "Mirrorball" performance was a special highlight of the event. The song, from her 2020 album Folklore, appeared in some setlists of the Eras Tour. Appearing in the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards show was proof of Swift's rapport with her fans and tour themes.

The song was sung as an acoustic one-off special during the first night of the tour in Glendale, Arizona, in March 2023. The song was sung acoustically to the surprise and enjoyment of the audience for its melancholy and dreamy atmosphere.

Eras Tour -- The Tour of the Century Award

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Taylor Swift was honored with the Tour of the Century award at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, recognizing the global success of her Eras Tour. Spanning multiple continents, the tour captivated audiences with its expansive setlist, celebrating different eras of her career.

In a heartfelt video message, Swift expressed gratitude to her band, crew, and devoted fans for their unwavering support throughout the tour, which ran from March 2023 to December 2024.

Information about the Eras Tour

Length of the Setlist: Approximately 3.5 hours showcasing various eras of music from Swift

Fan Involvement: Renowned for strong crowd engagement and committed fan interaction

Acoustic Sets: Performed surprise songs in each show

Record-Breaking Attendance: The tour boasted several sold-out stadium performances around the globe

Swift thanked the significance of the unwavering support of her fans, who played a critical role in making the tour successful.

iHeartRadio Music Awards recognition

The iHeartRadio Music Awards honored Taylor Swift's contribution to live music with the Tour of the Century award. The award followed the tour's commercial success, its cultural contribution, and industry influence.

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Swift said,

"This is amazing. Thank you so much to the iHeart and thank you so much to the fans. Tour of the Century. I really can't tell you how much this means to me. Umm! I accept this on behalf of all my tour mates, all my performers my band, everyone who toured with us, our crew... umm! you know this is actually the two-year anniversary of the first show of the Eras Tour of course, so I've been doing a lot of umm! processing since I've been off the road these last few months."

She continued,

"People often say that sometimes the greatest challenges in life end up being umm! something you're so proud of or end up being the most gratifying feeling in the end, if you can rise to the occasion," she continued. "And this tour was absolutely the most challenging thing I've ever done in my life. It's a 3.5 hour show, more shows than I've ever done on tour."

Other awards and highlights

Apart from the Tour of the Century award, Swift took home several fan-voted awards, such as:

Best Tour Style and Tradition: Honoring her classic tour style and stage presence

Best Music Video: For Fortnight featuring Post Malone

Favorite On-Screen Performance: For her concert film Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version)

Favorite Surprise Guest: Shared with Travis Kelce for appearing at her Wembley Stadium concert

Swift’s silver snake-shaped choker in her acceptance speech video sparked excitement among fans, fueling speculation about her upcoming release, Reputation (Taylor’s Version).

The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards ceremony

The awards show, hosted by LL Cool J, had performances by some of the artists including:

Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, Nelly

Special awards were also given to:

Lady Gaga: Innovator Award

Mariah Carey: Icon Award

The ceremony paid tribute to artists of various music genres and gave recognition for music, streaming, and fan-related achievements.

Taylor Swift did not appear in person but her live performance video from the Eras Tour and streamed video message were the attractions of the evening.

The award underscored the Eras Tour’s massive impact on the music industry and its lasting appeal. The award also further emphasized the Eras Tour's impact on the music world and its enduring appeal to the masses.

Swift’s deep connection with her fan base and the global scale of her tour cemented its place in music history. The Eras Tour is an encapsulating chapter in her discography, with its impact evident in awards, fan bases, and professional accolades.