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Is Phoebe Bridgers Throwing Shade at Gracie Abrams in 'Governor's Waltz'? Paul Mescal ...

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Phoebe Bridgers' new song "Governor's Waltz" has fans convinced its lyrics are a veiled dig at Gracie Abrams — but is the theory real or wishful reading?

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Theory Briefing

  • An album review of Phoebe Bridgers' new music sparked online theories linking specific songs to real people in her life, including Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams.
  • Fans are debating whether 'Governor's Waltz' contains coded references or whether listeners are projecting a celebrity drama that may not exist.
  • The theory hinges on reading lyrics as personal confessions — a long-standing fan habit that artists rarely confirm or deny.