Kayla Nicole Endorses Diss Tracks Amid Taylor Swift’s New Album as Fans Speculate “Opalite” References Her
Kayla Nicole is not shying away from the spotlight — or from speaking her mind. The model, influencer, and podcast host made headlines again this week after opening up on the latest episode of The Pre-Game with Kayla Nicole about her take on artists releasing diss tracks. And while she didn’t name anyone directly, the timing of her comments — just as Taylor Swift’s new album dropped — has fans paying very close attention.
“Listen, if you’ve got something to say, put it in a song,” Kayla said on the October 10 episode. “That’s the beauty of art — it’s meant to express whatever you’re feeling. I’m not mad at anyone for getting it off their chest.”
Her words came just days after Taylor Swift released Opalite, a new record already dominating streaming charts and social media conversations. But it’s not just the music people are talking about — it’s the lyrics. Swift’s fans have speculated that several lines from her new song “Opalite” may reference Travis Kelce’s ex-girlfriend, Kayla Nicole. Online discussions have broken out over perceived connections, lyrical hints, and the song’s themes of jealousy, fame, and moving on.
Kayla didn’t mention Swift or Kelce by name, but her comments seemed to address the topic with grace and a bit of humor. “People are always going to have opinions,” she continued. “If you’re an artist, if you’re in the public eye — people are going to tell stories about you, whether they’re true or not. So if someone wants to sing about me, that’s fine. Just spell my name right.”
The exchange quickly went viral, with fans interpreting her calm, confident tone as both unbothered and subtly defiant. For Kayla, it’s just another chapter in a story she’s been publicly navigating for years — one that began long before the internet paired her name with NFL star Travis Kelce or pop icon Taylor Swift.
Before her rise in the spotlight, Kayla Nicole had already built a career as a respected sports journalist and influencer. Her work with outlets like ESPN and her presence on social media made her a recognizable figure in her own right. But her highly publicized breakup with Kelce — who has since become romantically linked to Swift — thrust her into the glare of celebrity culture in a way that few could prepare for.
Rather than retreat, she chose to own her narrative. Through The Pre-Game, her new podcast, Kayla has turned her platform into a space for confidence, empowerment, and honest conversation. Listeners tune in not for gossip, but for her transparency. Whether she’s discussing mental health, relationships, or self-worth, her message stays consistent: control your story before someone else does.
In the episode, she reflected on how music can be both personal and healing. “I think we’ve all written a version of a diss track — whether it’s a tweet, a text, or something you say to your friends,” she said with a laugh. “It’s human to want to express hurt. The key is doing it with intention and respect.”
Her take resonated with many who praised her maturity in navigating an ongoing swirl of media narratives. Instead of feeding drama, she continues to steer her public persona toward authenticity.
Whether or not Taylor Swift’s lyrics in Opalite were meant to reference Kayla remains unclear. What is clear, however, is that Kayla Nicole is focused on her own growth, her career, and the community she’s building through her podcast and online presence.
Her final words in the episode summed it up perfectly: “People can say what they want. I’m going to keep showing up as myself — confident, unbothered, and evolving.”
