In 2021, Taylor Swift made history when 'All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. This broke the record previously held by Don McLean's 'American Pie' for the longest song to ever top the chart. Originally a fan-favorite deep cut from her 2012 album 'Red,' the song was extended to its original 10-minute length for her re-recorded album. The success of the song was a major victory for Swift’s campaign to own her master recordings. To accompany the track, Swift directed a short film starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O'Brien, which further fueled the song's cultural dominance. The song is widely praised by critics for its vivid storytelling and emotional resonance, and its success proved that modern audiences have the attention span for long-form musical narratives if the songwriting is compelling enough.