Ruled by Hammurabi, restored by Nebuchadrezzar, conquered by Cyrus—this city in the heart of Mesopotamia was both desired and despised, placing it at the center stage of the dawn of history.
Taylor Swift's lyrical dense new song "Babylon" has some listeners confused. So here's a full breakdown, plus how the track ...
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From Taylor Swift to Bob Marley: How Babylon became one of music's great metaphors
Swift's new song joins a centuries-old tradition of turning the ancient Iraqi city into a symbol for emotional turmoil ...
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