A big special guest was inevitable for the second of Taylor Swift's two-night Nashville homecoming at Bridgestone Arena Saturday. And The Spin heard word from multiple sources that we should expect a holy shit cameo of epic proportions (even by 1989 World Tour standards). "I couldn't even sleep last night," Swift told us during a backstage meet-and-greet before the show, expressing giddy excitement without giving anything away. Given the timing, the smart money was on Ryan Adams. But those hopes were dashed midway through the show when Swift told the crowd:
"The person I'm about to bring onstage has been so incredibly kind to me over the years. …"
Hmmm, over the years? Ryan Adams?
"This person is one of the greatest entertainers of all-time. ..."
We mean, Ryan Adams is cool and all, but even he'd probably agree that's hyperbolic. Starting to have doubts.
"This person has been KNIGHTED for his achievements and contributions to music. ..."
OK, we really don't recall that happening to Ryan Adams … yet.
"The person I'm about to bring onstage has been inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with his band The Rolling Stones. ..."
Definitely, definitely, definitely, DEFINITELY NOT Ryan Adams.
"Nashville! My friend Mick Jagger is here!"
Uh, Ryan who? And also, uh WUT?!
The energy level in the house as we picked our collective jaw up off the floor and watched the most iconic frontman in rock history appear, greeted by a pyro blast, to join the biggest pop star of the 21st century in the town that made her — off the charts!
Given the abundance of tweens, pre-tweens and obvious first-concert-ever attendees, we couldn't help but wonder just how many ears in the house were hearing The Rolling Stones "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" for the first time. Whatever the answer is, those kids are certainly never ever going to forget it. And The Spin won't either. Probably because, despite a 47-year age difference, Jagger and Swift had electrifying chemistry as they hammed it up down the catwalk in an all-out swagger-off for the ages. See for yourself in the clip above. And check back on Monday for our full recap of both Swift Bridgestone shows.
Oh, and wouldn't Mick and Tay Tay make the cutest couple!
