Chrissie Hynde's Reaction

Chrissie Hynde, the Pretenders icon, praised Taylor Swift's new song 'Cleveland!' as a historic tribute to the city.

“I was thrilled to hear Taylor Swift's new song, Cleveland.”

Song's Polarizing Status

Taylor Swift's 'Cleveland!' is the #1 album and #1 song this week, despite criticism for being a terrible song.

Hynde's Cleveland Connection

Hynde previously commemorated Cleveland on her first album in the song 'Precious' and noted Swift's possible inspiration.

“Although come to think of it, I did commemorate Cleveland on my first album in the song, Precious.”

Hynde's Speculation

Hynde suggested Swift might be emulating her or seeking attention through her Cleveland native husband.

“Perhaps Taylor is trying to get a leg up in her career by emulating yours truly…… although I strongly suspect it has more to do with her new hunk of a husband, a Cleveland native.”

Hynde's Tribute

Hynde called Swift's song a tribute to Cleveland Ohio, acknowledging its significance as Akron's main competition.

“Either way, hats off to Taylor for commemorating Akron's main competition…. Cleveland Ohio.”

Hynde's Final Comment

Hynde described Cleveland as a 'hell of a town' with many recollections of adventures there.

“I certainly have myriad recollections of adventures in Cleveland.. it's a hell of a town.”