Taylor is performing at the request of show contestant Julienne Irwin, whose wish was to sing a duet with Taylor if she made it to the finals. “Taylor Swift is such a huge inspiration to me,” raves Julienne, 14. “She is not only a great singer, she’s a great songwriter as well. I’m not the only one inspired by her and I hope my performance makes her proud.” Taylor noted, “I can’t wait to sing with Julienne. She’s such a sweetheart, and I’m so unbelievably honored that she chose me as her duet choice.”