What Does Taylor Swift’s “Opalite” Title Mean? Theories from Fans
Taylor Swift has yet again captured our attention! Just hours after revealing her 12th studio album on her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast, Swifties are already connecting the dots with symbolic hints — many speculate that one particular track from The Life of a Showgirl may serve as a touching tribute to her NFL star partner. Us Weekly dissects all the clues surrounding the third song on her album, “Opalite.”
What Does Taylor Swift’s ‘Opalite’ Song Title Mean?
Swift has not yet disclosed the meaning of her title, but several factors are worth considering before the song’s official debut.
According to Opal Galaxy, Opalite “often serves as a substitute for natural opal due to its likeness to the genuine stone.” It showcases a milky, opalescent sheen, which derives its name and appearance from opal. While Opalite is a synthetic version with a more subdued range of colors, both share a similar look and a lustrous finish.
The pop sensation expressed her fondness for opals exclusively to Us Weekly back in 2017, sharing the significance it holds in her life.
“My favorite stone is an opal because when I faced bullying in school, my mom would take me to T.J. Maxx after school to admire the opal jewelry,” she revealed. “I found opals incredibly beautiful, and it somehow uplifted my spirit. We never bought any, just looked.”
What Does Opalite Symbolize?
Experts assert that opalite embodies clarity, fresh starts, and tranquility, believed to be beneficial for emotional healing, enhancing communication, and fostering relaxation and peace.
These themes resonate with Swift’s recent albums, as fans have noted her growth from 2022’s Midnights to 2024’s The Tortured Poets Department.
Is Taylor Swift Paying Tribute to Boyfriend Travis Kelce with Her Song ‘Opalite’?
Notably, Swift wore opal earrings while supporting Kelce at his AFC Championship game in January 2024, where the Kansas City Chiefs triumphed over the Baltimore Ravens 17-10, securing their place in the 2025 Super Bowl.
The chart-topping artist opted for Opal & Diamond Graduated Pavé Hoop Earrings by WWAKE, as reported by People.
Interestingly, opal also coincides with Kelce’s birthstone, as he was born on October 5, 1989.
“Taylor discussing the concept of her and Travis as an unusual duo on the podcast and then mentioning opal as his birthstone, I love it!” a fan commented on X, formerly Twitter.
Scheduled for release two days before his birthday, on October 3, The Life of a Showgirl promises that every song will be a “banger,” as Kelce promised fans.
Since beginning their relationship in July 2023, Swift and Kelce have been each other’s biggest cheerleaders. Fans eagerly anticipated her appearance on his “New Heights” podcast for its live debut, which attracted over a million viewers on August 13, 2025.
“This podcast brought me a boyfriend, ever since Travis has been treating it like his personal dating app about two years ago,” she gushed during the episode.
