LONDON — Devoted Taylor Swift fans are busy trying to interpret the lyrics from their beloved artist.

As the “Tortured Poet” continues the fourth night of her five-show series for the popular Eras Tour at London’s Wembley Stadium, one burning question remains: When will “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)” be released?

This album marks Swift’s fifth project under the “Taylor’s Version” label, a move she initiated to regain control of her music after her original master recordings were sold in 2020. At that time, Swift expressed that this sale had “stripped me of my life’s work.” Her most recent release in the “Taylor’s Version” series is “1989 (Taylor’s Version),” which debuted in October 2023.

Even though fans enjoyed a new double album release in April, they are now eagerly awaiting a rerecorded version of “Reputation,” originally released in November 2017. This album is renowned for its upbeat dance tracks and emotional intensity, featuring popular songs like “Delicate” and “Ready For It,” which still connect with fans today (consider its use in Simone Biles’ gold-medal-winning floor routine at the Paris Olympics).

Speculation about Swift’s next move has intensified (seriously, ear plugs may be necessary) as 92,000 fans (this author included) gather for the London concerts, which will continue until Tuesday, concluding the European segment of the Eras Tour.

So, what hints is Swift providing?

Could London night five be the pivotal moment?

Fans have learned to be vigilant about Swift’s hand gestures. This lesson was highlighted back in February when she accepted the Grammy Award for Album of the Year, where she announced her upcoming album “The Tortured Poets Department” while giving a peace sign with two fingers.

“Two”? What could “two” signify? This gesture sent fans into a frenzy online. Ultimately, fans were rewarded when Swift surprised everyone with a double album release at 2 a.m. in April. The takeaway: she wasn’t just a star receiving an award, but conveying a message to her fans.

Currently, attendees of the Eras Tour are on the lookout for more signs, with some noting that Swift displayed a “2-0” rather than the expected “2-2” during her performance of “22” in the “Red” segment of the show on Saturday night.

Some fans speculate that the “2-0” indicates August 20, the last night of the Eras residency at Wembley, which they hope will be the date for the announcement of “Reputation (Taylor’s Version).”

That hand movement looked rather serpentine

The closing song “Karma” from the “Midnights” album signifies the end of the over three-hour concert extravaganza of the Eras Tour. As Swift showcased her signature style in a sparkly bodysuit and feathery jacket, fans picked up on a slithery motion during her farewell wave at the close of the August 17th performance.

Some noted that the star seemed to make a snake-like gesture with her hand as she concluded the show. Was it just a casual wave from a fatigued performer, or could it imply that she embodies the serpent queen her fans believe her to be?

Another attendee shared how Wembley Stadium lit up in red and green, resembling a snake’s scales as it illuminated the London sky.

Throughout her career, the snake has consistently been a powerful symbol for Swift,

During the “Reputation” segment of her Eras tour, she wears a black bodysuit adorned with red snakes. This imagery represents the dishonesty and distrust that negatively impacted Swift’s image, which she has now transformed into a powerful symbol of her resilience through her music.

Whether her snake-like gestures or calendar hints were intentional is of less importance than the message perceived by her fans: she’s deeply rooted in her music and plans to stay strong throughout her billion-dollar tour, even as it approaches its conclusion. As “Tortured Poets” claims the top of the charts, the release of “Reputation” ensures her continued dominance in the music scene for the upcoming months.

Dedicating their efforts, fans strive to understand the complexities of their favorite artist’s mind. Attending the tour at this stage is as much about anticipating what’s next as it is about honoring Swift’s 18 years of musical achievements.

In her song “The Tortured Poets Department,” Swift inquires, “who can decode you?”

As the tour nears its penultimate night in London on Monday, the fans respond, “we can.”