Taylor Swift's 'Florida!!!' makes a splash, captures the Sunshine State's wild side

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (WPEC) — Florida, the land of sunshine, beaches and sometimes a little weirdness. That's the Florida that Taylor Swift dives into with her new song "Florida!!!"

Swift dropped her surprise double album, "The Tortured Poets Department," on Friday, and one track in particular has everyone buzzing: "Florida!!!," a collaboration with the English indie rock band Florence & the Machine.

The song, as the title suggests, captures the uniqueness of the Sunshine State. But it's not your typical postcard picture. "Florida!!!" dives headfirst into the state's vibrant, sometimes chaotic, energy.

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The lyrics paint a vivid picture of Florida's allure – the sweltering heat, the neon-lit nights, the ever-present sense of escape.

I need to forget, so take me to Florida. I've got some regrets, I'll bury them in Florida.

There's even a hint of the state's more eccentric side, with references to "substances" and the wild energy that Florida is famous or infamous for.

Florida, is one hell of a drug. Florida, can I use you?"

This isn't the first time music has captured the essence of Florida. From the beachy vibes of Jimmy Buffett to the bass-thumping anthems of Miami's club scene, the state has always had a unique soundtrack. But with "Florida!!!," it seems like Taylor Swift is taking things a step further.

It's sure to spark conversation – Florida, after all, is a place that thrives on contradictions. It's home to pristine beaches and world-class theme parks, but also to eccentric wildlife encounters and the occasional odd news story.

All my girls got their lace and their crimes and your cheating husband disappeared. Well, no one asks any questions here."

With this new track, Taylor Swift has ignited a national conversation about the Sunshine State, in all its wild, weird, and wonderful glory.