Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ larger-than-life tight end, isn’t just leaning on his football grit to power through tough days—he’s got a secret weapon in his girlfriend, Taylor Swift. During the latest episode of his New Heights podcast, co-hosted with his brother Jason Kelce, the 35-year-old NFL star dropped a heartfelt revelation that’s melting fans’ hearts: when he’s feeling down, he turns to Swift’s music to lift his spirits.
The confession came during a laid-back chat on March 3, 2025, as the brothers riffed on everything from Super Bowl LIX fallout to their off-season plans. When Jason, 37, asked Travis how he’s been coping with the sting of the Chiefs’ 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles last month—and the inevitable wear of a grueling 2024 season—Travis didn’t hesitate. “Man, when I’m feeling depressed, I just throw on some Taylor,” he said with a sheepish grin audible through the mic. “Her stuff hits different. It’s like she gets it, you know?”
Kelce didn’t name a specific track, but his admission offered a rare glimpse into the softer side of a player known for his on-field swagger and relentless energy. “There’s something about those melodies, those lyrics—she’s got a way of pulling you out of a funk,” he added. “I’ll be sitting there, head in my hands, and then ‘Anti-Hero’ or something comes on, and suddenly I’m like, ‘Alright, let’s shake this off.’ Pun intended.”The moment sparked a playful jab from Jason, who couldn’t resist teasing his little brother. “So, what, you’re just moping around the house, and Taylor’s your personal therapist now?” he quipped. Travis laughed it off, replying, “Hey, if the shoe fits! She’s got a song for every mood—I’m just taking advantage of the perks of dating a genius.”For Swifties and Chiefs Kingdom alike, the revelation is a golden nugget that underscores the depth of Travis and Taylor’s bond, which has been under the microscope since they went public in September 2023. The couple’s romance has weathered its share of storms—most recently, a stretch of long-distance strain as Swift tours Asia and Kelce gears up for his 2025 NFL return—but this peek into his playlist proves she’s never far from his mind, even when oceans apart.
Swift, 35, has long been celebrated for her ability to turn raw emotion into chart-topping anthems, and it seems Kelce’s tapped into that magic. Whether he’s spinning Midnights to process a tough loss or belting out Evermore in the shower (a scenario Jason jokingly suggested), her music has become his go-to balm. “It’s not just because she’s my girl,” Travis clarified. “She’s been doing this for years—making people feel seen. I’m just catching up to what everyone else already knows.”
The podcast clip quickly went viral, with fans flooding X to gush over the couple’s connection. “Travis listening to Taylor when he’s sad is the sweetest thing I’ve heard all week,” one user wrote. Another chimed in, “Imagine him vibing to ‘Shake It Off’ after a bad practice—relationship goals!” Even Swift seemed to catch wind of the buzz, posting a cryptic Instagram story hours later: a black-and-white photo of her at the piano with the caption “Music heals.”For Kelce, the admission ties into a broader narrative of vulnerability he’s embraced since the Super Bowl defeat. He’s been open about the toll of that game—where he managed just four catches for 39 yards—and his burning desire to “get back to the mountaintop” in 2025. “I’ve had some low days lately,” he admitted on the podcast. “Football’s my life, but it beats you up. Having her music as a lifeline? That’s been huge.”
As Kelce prepares for what could be a redemption season, Swift’s tour rolls on, with her next break not until May. But if his New Heights confession is any indication, her voice will keep him company through the grind. “She doesn’t even know how much she’s helping me out,” he said with a chuckle. “I’ll have to tell her thanks next time I see her.”
From the gridiron to the airwaves, Travis Kelce’s proving he’s more than just a tough guy—he’s a man unafraid to lean on the woman he loves, one soul-stirring song at a time. And for fans of this power couple, that’s a melody worth replaying.
