Since I was in eighth grade, I have been obsessed with Taylor Swift. She has been my role model since I was thirteen. When you look at most singers today, they sing about drugs or alcohol, use vulgar language, or perform half-dressed. We never see Taylor Swift do something that she would be ashamed of later in life. On the other hand, she has had many relationships that lasted for short periods of time. At least she won't get married for 72 days, or even 24 hours like Kim Kardashian or Britney Spears. This is why I chose to write a research article on her. Taylor Swift was born Taylor Alison Swift (Rawson). She was born on December 13, 1989 (Higgins). She was born in Reading, Pennsylvania (http://pabook.libraries.psu.edu/palitmap/bios/Swift__Taylor.html). “She grew up in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania” (Rawson). Her mother's name is Andrea Swift. She is a successful businesswoman. His father's name is Scott Swift. He is a stockbroker. They named her Taylor because her parents didn't want to be discriminated against based on her gender before anyone met her (Spencer). “She grew up on a Christmas tree farm” (http://pabook.libraries.psu.edu/palitmap/bios/Swift__Taylor.html). On the farm there were “several cats and 7 horses” (Spencer). She rode horses competitively (Spencer). She has a brother, Austin, who is 2 years younger than her (Schartwtz). Her grandmother was an opera singer (Spencer). This is where Taylor found his talent (Spencer). Taylor's grandmother was a famous opera singer. Her name was Marjorie Finaly. She was Taylor's musical inspiration. She sang at family celebrations. She was the center of all attention. She has performed in many different countries. She has performed in numerous operas and musicals. Taylor could remember...... middle of paper ......4_20,00.html)Throughout her career, she won many awards. Here is a list of awards she has won. As you can see, she has been very successful in her career. (http://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/taylor-swift/bio/285271) She has also been involved in many charitable works. She has worked with 25 charities. She also fought for many causes, 27 to be exact. As you can see, she is a good role model because she loves giving back to people in need. (http://www.looktothestars.org/celebrity/taylor-swift#rated-news)In conclusion, she is a very good model. She is a good role model because she shows people that it is good to give to charity and she works hard. She also shows that you don't have to have inappropriate songs or performances to be popular. That's why she is my favorite superstar and I wanted to write a research article on her..