In a surprising turn of events, singer-songwriter Zach Bryan has deactivated his Twitter account after facing backlash for a tweet comparing Taylor Swift to Kanye West. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when Bryan, known for his passionate support of the Philadelphia Eagles, expressed his preference for Kanye West over Swift, causing a frenzy among Swift's loyal fanbase, known as the Swifties.

Bryan's tweet read, "eagles > chiefs Kanye > Taylor who's with me," referring to both the recent Super Bowl outcome and his musical preference. However, the tweet received an overwhelming response from enraged Swifties, prompting Bryan to clarify his controversial statement the following day.

In a subsequent tweet, Bryan attributed his "drunken" state as the reason behind his divisive comment. He admitted that after listening to Swift's song "Thank You Aimee" from her album "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology," he impulsively tweeted about Kanye West. Bryan emphasized that he actually loves both artists immensely and believes they contribute to the current vibrant music landscape.

Despite his explanation, the damage was already done, leading Bryan to deactivate his Twitter account. As of Thursday morning, his account remained offline, leaving fans wondering about his next move.

However, Bryan did take to Instagram to address the situation and extend an olive branch. In his Instagram Stories, he posted a heartfelt statement alongside an audio clip of Swift's song "Fortnight." Bryan clarified that his intention was not to target Taylor Swift and that he was solely making a comparison between their respective discographies. He acknowledged the controversies surrounding Kanye West but emphasized that he holds immense respect for Swift as a musician. Bryan expressed his regret for any offense caused and hoped for an opportunity to explain himself directly to Swift.

In the same Instagram post, Bryan also shared the reason behind his Twitter deactivation, stating that the platform has often landed him in trouble, and he believed it was best for him to stay away from it. He offered a sincere apology to any Taylor Swift fans he may have upset or disappointed, assuring them that he is trying his best to navigate through the situation.

In a subsequent Instagram Story, Bryan admitted that he may have projected his own personal struggles onto his tweet, leading it to appear rude and lacking sensitivity towards Taylor Swift. He emphasized his deep admiration for her as a force of nature within the music industry, acknowledging her significant contributions.

Bryan concluded his public statement with gratitude towards his fans and pledged to take a break from tweeting ill-considered remarks, focusing on his ongoing tour and finding a sense of grounding amidst the controversy. He cautioned others against the perils of drunk tweeting, emphasizing the need for restraint and responsibility.

As fans await further updates from Zach Bryan, it remains to be seen how this incident will shape his future interactions on social media platforms and whether he will be able to mend any possible strained relations with Taylor Swift and her devoted fanbase.