Taylor Swift may be one of the most famous pop stars in the world but, more than a decade ago, she was just another young girl trying to make a name for herself in the country music industry. We’ve collected some photos of her from when no one really knew who she was. Check out these rare pics of her that most people haven’t seen:
12. 40th Annual CMA Awards
When Swift arrived at the 40th Annual CMA Awards in this black gown with matching gloves, she was new on the country scene. She had spent much of 2006 promoting her eponymous debut album with a radio tour and various television appearances. Little did she know that in a decade she would be one of the biggest stars in pop music.
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