Taylor Swift's music career began at 13 when she tried to sign with major labels in Nashville, but was rejected. She received an artist development deal with RCA Records the following year and became the youngest artist signed by Sony publishing house at 15.
The Complete Taylor Swift Story
Taylor's first attempt to sign with major labels in 2003 at age 13 ended in rejection. She tried again the following year and landed an artist development deal with RCA Records, eventually becoming the youngest artist to sign with the label.
