Cher Slams Double Standards After Backlash Over Taylor Swift’s Song “Slut!”

Pop icon Cher has spoken out fiercely in defense of Taylor Swift amid the backlash over Swift’s provocative new track “Slut!” Calling out the long-standing double standards women face in the music industry, Cher’s candid remarks have resonated with fans and critics alike.

“People lose their minds when a woman sings about desire,” Cher wrote in a heartfelt social media post. “But male artists sing about lust every damn day and nobody bats an eye. It’s ridiculous.”

Swift’s “Slut!” from 1989 (Taylor’s Version) sparked heated debate upon its release. While some critics accused Swift of glorifying promiscuity, many praised her for reclaiming a word historically used to shame women.

Having broken barriers throughout her decades-long career, Cher expressed deep empathy for Swift’s experience. “I’ve been called every name in the book,” she said. “When I sang ‘If I Could Turn Back Time’ wearing a bodysuit, people acted like I’d committed a crime. But men can rip their shirts off and grind on stage, and it’s called art. Please.”

Cher’s fans quickly rallied behind her, applauding her for consistently championing gender equality in music. “Cher’s been fighting this fight since the ‘70s,” one user commented. “She knows exactly what Taylor’s dealing with.”

Music critics also pointed out that Swift’s song isn’t about shock value but highlights the double standards women face for expressing emotions and choices freely embraced by men. The lyrics, “If they call me a slut, you know it might be worth it for once,” underscore the track’s message of owning one’s truth.

To Cher, Swift’s bravery in telling her story is clear: “Taylor’s just telling her truth. If honesty makes people uncomfortable, that’s their problem — not hers.”

Even after six decades in the spotlight, Cher’s bold, unfiltered voice continues to resonate, proving that her unapologetic feminism remains as powerful as ever.