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Princess Kate has long been rumored to be a fan of pop superstar Taylor Swift. However, it seems the Princess of Wales actually has a different favored musician - singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding. Kate first showcased her admiration for Goulding over a decade ago when she performed at Kate and Prince William's 2011 royal wedding.
Ellie Goulding was the main musical act during the spectacular evening reception held at Buckingham Palace after Kate and William exchanged vows at Westminster Abbey. Goulding sang a soulful cover of Elton John's classic ballad "Your Song" to the newly married couple and their guests. Attendees included A-listers like Elton John himself, David and Victoria Beckham, comedian Rowan Atkinson, and other members of high society.
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Kate and William were visibly enamored with Goulding's performance as they shared a sweet first dance as husband and wife. Since then, Kate has demonstrated her continuing appreciation for Goulding's talent. In 2021, during lockdowns for the COVID-19 pandemic, Kate helped organize and host a televised Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey titled "Royal Carols: Together At Christmas."
Goulding was tapped once again to perform, this time singing the festive standard "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas." Being asked to perform multiple times for the Royal Family shows the high esteem Goulding holds with Kate in particular. The Duchess is said to find Goulding's emotionally powerful vocals and songwriting truly moving.
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Goulding and Kate have also met several times over the years at various concerts and charity events. They share a mutual passion for music and its ability to uplift both artists and audiences. The singer has even developed a friendship with Prince William's cousin, Princess Eugenie, who introduced Goulding to the royal inner circle.
In past interviews, Goulding has opened up about the immense pressure she felt singing for Kate and William's historic wedding reception. In a 2016 interview with Australian Vogue, Goulding recalled, "I was so nervous that my hand was shaking like that - literally shaking. I remember looking down and just seeing this crisp, my pianist. I looked at him and he looked at me saying, 'literally, you've just got to get yourself together.’”
She continued, "I thought I was a decoy. I thought I was someone else's decoy. At the time, Lady Gaga was everywhere and rightfully so with, you know, Beyoncé and Jay-Z and then, you know, me." However nervous she felt, Goulding rose to the occasion with her soulful performance that clearly resonated with the newly married royal couple.
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Kate remains one of Goulding's strongest celebrity supporters. While Taylor Swift may have amassed a huge global fanbase of "Swifties," it seems the Princess of Wales prefers Goulding's more melodic pop-infused style. Goulding has matured into a respected artist producing transcendent music focused on themes like relationships, mental health, and female empowerment - subjects no doubt the Duchess can relate to on some level.
The singer's 2015 album "Delirium" and its lead singles like "Love Me Like You Do" showcased Goulding experimenting with different genres while maintaining her trademark ethereal vocals. In the years since her debut at the royal wedding, she has grown immensely popular worldwide with smash hits and collaborations with top artists. Yet for Kate, it seems Goulding's magic began with that initial, intimate performance so many years ago.
By continuously tapping Goulding for royal events over the past decade, Kate has revealed the English singer holds a unique place in her personal music preferences separate from her duties as a senior royal figure. While public appearances and handling official business requires a level of impartiality, Kate's selection of Goulding to perform indicates a favorite artist she feels confident will deliver an experience aligned with her own discerning tastes.
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Between her songwriting prowess, stage presence, and core values of empowerment - it's clear why Ellie Goulding has stayed in Princess Kate's good graces for over ten years running. The Duchess recognizes true talent and pays it forward by advocating for fellow creatives doing impactful work. So while Taylor Swift may rule the charts, for Kate it seems Ellie Goulding will always have a special place in her royal heart.
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