December 2025 — It is the season of “Wrapped,” the time of year when music lovers across the globe face the music—literally—and publicly unveil the soundtracks of their lives. But for the world’s most famous football family, the stakes are just a little bit higher. On the latest episode of their chart-topping podcast New Heights, Travis and Jason Kelce peeled back the curtain on their 2025 listening habits, revealing a heartwarming and hilarious “battle of the Swifties” that has fans swooning.

In a moment that perfectly encapsulates the blending of the NFL and pop culture, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce confirmed what millions of fans had hoped for: his fiancé, Taylor Swift, is undeniably his number one.

The Fiancé Flex: Travis Takes the Crown

Travis Kelce, 36, didn’t just support his partner’s work; he devoured it. During the Wednesday, December 10 episode, Travis proudly revealed that his top album of 2025 was none other than Swift’s twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl.

The revelation is even more impressive considering the timeline. Swift’s high-energy, pop-rock anthem record was only released on October 3, 2025. In just two short months, Travis managed to stream the album enough times to outrank every other artist in his library for the entire year.

“You know it! That was number one for me,” Travis boasted with a grin, confirming his status not just as Swift’s future husband, but as her most dedicated fan.

He described the album, which features hits like “The Fate of Ophelia” and “Opalite,” as a collection of “12 bangers.” His enthusiasm was palpable as he spoke about the record’s infectious energy. “I’m just enjoying life, I’m living it to the fullest, and I got no complaints,” he told listeners, attributing much of that joy to the soundtrack provided by his superstar fiancé.

The sheer volume of streaming required to push an October release to the number one spot on a year-end list speaks volumes about Travis’s dedication. It serves as a digital testament to his pride in Swift’s artistry, silencing any critics who might doubt his genuine love for her music.

Jason’s “Dad Life” Defeat

While Travis took the gold medal in the Swiftie Olympics, his older brother Jason Kelce, 38, put up a respectable—and incredibly wholesome—fight. The retired NFL legend revealed that Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl was his second most-listened-to album of the year.

“Damn it! You beat me,” Jason laughed when Travis revealed his top spot.

But Jason had the ultimate “girl dad” excuse for missing out on the number one position. His top genre for 2025 was, unexpectedly, doo-wop. The reason? His eight-month-old daughter, Finnley.

“I sing a lot of doo-wop songs to Finny,” Jason explained tenderly. “For some reason, she stops crying when I sing like The Fleetwoods and some of the doo-wop music from back in the day.”

The image of the burly former center crooning 1950s ballads to soothe his infant daughter immediately won over the hearts of viewers. It painted a vivid picture of the Kelce household: a chaotic mix of crying babies, vintage harmonies, and, right behind it all, the modern pop anthems of “Auntie Tay.”

A Family Affair

The exchange highlighted the unique dynamic that has made the Kelce brothers cultural icons. They seamlessly pivot from discussing gridiron strategies to debating pop music rankings, all while maintaining a genuine brotherly rapport.

Jason noted that his “average listening age” on Spotify was a hilarious 83 years old, thanks to his doo-wop dad duties. In contrast, Travis’s list reflected his current high-octane lifestyle, filled with “pop, excitement, and fun.”

The brothers also touched on the broader impact of Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl. The album, which Swift announced on New Heights back in August, has been described by Travis as a “complete 180” from her previous work, The Tortured Poets Department. He praised its upbeat nature, calling it “so much fun” and noting that he had been “dancing throughout the house” to early cuts of the tracks.

The “Showgirl” Era

The timing of this podcast episode adds another layer of excitement for fans. With rumors swirling about a June 2026 wedding and the upcoming premiere of the docuseries The End of an Era on Disney+, the Kelce-Swift power couple remains firmly in the spotlight.

Travis’s public embrace of Swift’s work—specifically an album titled The Life of a Showgirl—feels poetic. As Swift sings about the dazzling, sometimes dizzying life of a performer, Travis is right there in the front row, or in this case, glued to his speakers, proving that he is her biggest cheerleader both on and off the field.

For the Swifties, the takeaway is clear: Travis Kelce isn’t just tolerating the spotlight that comes with dating the world’s biggest pop star; he is celebrating it, streaming it, and making sure everyone knows that in his world, Taylor Swift is always number one.

As for Jason? He might have lost this round to his little brother, but as long as baby Finnley is happy, he’s winning the most important game of all.