The Original Debacle
Let’s rewind. Back in September, Goins froze on an $800 clue about Taylor Swift’s first Grammy-winning album. The answer was “Fearless,” but Goins and his competitors didn’t even buzz in. Swifties across the nation collectively sighed. Worse yet, Goins’ brother—a massive Swift fan—was there to witness the whole thing.
Redemption Time
Fast forward to Monday night. Goins, who works for The Washington Post, had one last chance to erase his previous blunder. The clue? “In 2014, Taylor Swift gave us this album named for a different year.” The audience started laughing before he even answered, knowing his redemption moment had arrived.
Without missing a beat, Goins buzzed in and confidently declared, “What is 1989?!” Cue the applause. Goins finally shook off his past embarrassment, and the studio audience erupted. Even host Ken Jennings joined in, proclaiming, “Redemption for Drew!”
Swifties Forgive, but Never Forget
The victory was especially sweet since Goins’ brother was in the audience again, watching his redemption unfold in real-time. The contestant joked about how much prep his brother had put into teaching him Swift trivia after his initial failure. Safe to say, all that effort paid off.
Winning the Game
Goins didn’t just stop at redeeming his Swift knowledge—he went on to win the entire game, securing his place in the tournament. If there were ever a “Blank Space” in his trivia skills, it’s gone now.
Mia Brooks dives deep into the beats and rhythms of the music industry, covering everything from chart-topping albums to underground artists. With a passion for discovering new talent and exploring the stories behind the songs, Mia keeps readers updated on all things music.
