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Comedian says she coined "girlbossed too close to the sun." Now it's in a Taylo…
"Am I her Shakespeare? Yes."
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TikTok Creator Discovers Her Audio in New Taylor Swift Song
In an unexpected turn of events that has captivated social media, TikTok creator Caroline Timoney, known by her handle @carol.ine3, recently made a startling discovery: an audio clip she produced during her sophomore year of college has been incorporated into a new song by the global music sensation Taylor Swift. The audio segment, featuring the now-viral phrase "I girlbossed too close to the sun," has sparked considerable discussion across various online platforms. Timoney shared her genuine astonishment in a recent video, stating with a mix of humor and disbelief, "I woke up this morning to discover that my TikTok audio that I made as a sophomore in college... it's in a Taylor Swift song." She playfully questioned her potential role in the song's creation, asking, "Am I her Shakespeare? Do I see us as co-writers, as fellow songwriters?" The revelation has rapidly ignited a fervent debate among her followers and the wider internet community. Many viewers have strongly encouraged her to explore legal avenues for potential writing credits or financial compensation, citing precedents in the music industry. For instance, one commenter directly advised, "I’m not exaggerating, get a lawyer and get writing credits. She got writing credits from Olivia Rodrigo for way less." Conversely, a significant portion of the audience cautioned against such actions, with one user noting, "Yall stop trying to give legal advice if you aren't a lawyer😭 You can't sue for a phrase you dont own." Another comment highlighted the potential lack of originality, stating, "I fear you didn’t coin the phrase. It’s used in the HBO series Industry." This incident serves as a compelling case study on the complexities of intellectual property in the digital age, particularly concerning viral content and its integration into mainstream media, prompting important conversations about creative ownership and attribution.
