Without a doubt, music has one of the biggest influences on our lives. Music can understand things in a way people just can't. One musician who has been there for me for 10 years is Taylor Swift. Taylor has been there for me when I couldn't relate to anyone else. I want to use the platform I've been given to tell her "thank you."

First, I want to say thank you for fighting for our rights as women. It means so much to have a strong woman using her status and wealth for good. Thank you for being such a strong example of a successful woman. You show the world that it's okay to love glitter and baking and still be a feminist. I've seen pieces claiming you aren't a feminist or that you advocate white feminism. I could not disagree more. Your "squad" includes women of all races, and you make a point to support female artists. You donated $250,000 to support Kesha quietly without drawing attention to yourself and making the focus on you.

Thank you for teaching us it's good to move forward and reinvent yourself. Thank you for teaching us that even when you grow up, always be proud of what you've accomplished. You still own all of your older works and defend them to this day.

Thank you for teaching us to be generous. Throughout your career, you have become someone known for her community service and charity work. You show us how rewarding it is to give back to others. You could easily ignore the world's problems and enjoy your wealth, but instead, you share it with those in need.

Like most other people, I have had my heart broken. I have been cheated on time and time again. I have been emotionally abused and left with broken promises. Your music has always understood exactly how it feels. Your songs validate my feelings. I can turn on "All Too Well" and relate so much.

One of my favorite quotes to live by is, "No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind." I sometimes have a lot of bitterness in my heart, especially for people who have wronged me. When I feel hate rising in my heart, I just remember this quote and feel a lot better.

Most importantly, I want to thank you for teaching us to own who we are. I have so many self-confidence issues, both as a result of past relationships and my anxiety and depression. As you sing in your song, "Haters gonna hate." When I feel down about myself or I feel fat, I just turn up your song and I feel a little better.

I will defend you always. Thank you from the very bottom of my heart.