In an revealing interview on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, pop-punk artist and rapper Colson Baker, widely known as Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), opened up about a private conversation he shared with global superstar Taylor Swift during the Kansas City Chiefs’ unexpected defeat in Super Bowl LIX. The candid exchange took place in Travis Kelce’s suite at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9, 2025, as the Chiefs found themselves losing to the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Super Bowl LIX Turnaround
MGK, 35, recalled his initial optimism for the Chiefs, stating during his appearance on ABC News Live that he believed it was going to be a “legendary night” for the Kansas City team. At the outset of the monumental game, Taylor Swift, 35, who was also present in her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s exclusive suite, had expressed enthusiasm about watching MGK perform, suggesting a post-game celebration was on the cards. “Hell yeah we’re gonna come watch you perform, like it’s gonna be crazy tonight,” MGK recounted Swift saying.
However, as the game progressed into the critical third quarter, the tide had unequivocally turned. The Philadelphia Eagles had established a commanding lead, shifting the atmosphere in the suite. Observing the score, a pragmatic MGK approached Swift. “By the third quarter, dude, I was looking at that score, I went up to Taylor I was like, ‘Y’all aren’t coming tonight, huh?'” he recounted. Swift’s response confirmed the fading hopes: “She was like ‘I don’t think so man. I’ll see if I can get him to get out but I don’t think [so].'” Ultimately, the Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious, clinching the Super Bowl LIX title.
A Bond Forged in Ohio
Beyond the Super Bowl spectacle, MGK also touched upon his deep friendship with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. “That’s my dawg,” the “cliché” artist remarked about the NFL star, who is also 35 years old. The bond between the two men extends to their shared roots; both hail from Ohio, with Kelce from Cleveland Heights and MGK from the neighboring Shaker Heights. This regional connection appears to be a foundation for their camaraderie, which led to MGK being an invited guest in Kelce’s coveted Super Bowl suite.
Undying Admiration: Swifties and Spicy Wings
MGK has consistently expressed his admiration for both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. This respect was notably on display during an episode of “Hot Ones Versus” in April 2025, where he and collaborator Trippie Redd, 26, faced off while consuming increasingly spicy wings. During the interview, Redd provocatively referenced a past offer MGK had made to Kelce: a staggering $1 million ($500,000 in cash and an equal amount as a donation to their respective high schools, Shaker Heights and Cleveland Heights) if Kelce were to leave the Chiefs and join the Cleveland Browns.
When challenged by Redd to “Burn that bridge by saying three mean things about Taylor Swift,” MGK’s response was immediate and resolute. Staring directly into the camera, he declared, “Ladies and gentlemen, you have got to be out of your motherf***ing mind if you think I want any smoke with that fanbase,” referring to Swift’s formidable fanbase, the Swifties. He further solidified his stance, adding, “Also, Taylor is a saint and very nice to me, and Travis is my bro.”
A History of Shared Moments
The Super Bowl LIX interaction wasn’t the first time MGK and Swift had crossed paths in a celebratory setting tied to Kelce’s football career. Following the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII in February 2024, Swift and Kelce were seen with MGK and his then-partner Megan Fox at an afterparty hosted at Zouk Nightclub at Resorts World Las Vegas, cementing their place within a broader circle of friends.
As the personal anecdotes from the Super Bowl make headlines, fans eagerly anticipate MGK’s latest musical offering. His new album, “Lost Americana,” is scheduled for release this Friday, August 8, 2025.
