Taylor Swift announces new single 'Patient Zero'
Taylor Swift announced on Instagram on Sept. 22 that her new single "Patient Zero" will be released Sept. 25 and is available to pre-order for 24 hours on her website. The post coincides with updated Instagram bio symbols, a website countdown and apparent Spotify visual animations tied to her albums. The announcement comes as she prepares to receive the first-ever Artist Director Honors at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 27, and follows months of speculation after a 2026 Emmys sketch full of Easter eggs and her 2025 album release.
New single 'Patient Zero' releases September 25 with a 24-hour pre-order.
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Months of public clues and an Emmys sketch increased fan attention. Swift last released an album in 2025. The single release and VMA honor may drive more promotion and a possible video rollout.
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