Taylor Swift has given an explanation on why she named her new album 'Red'.

The country pop singer is due to release the record on October 22 as the follow-up to her successful 2010 effort 'Speak Now'.

Talking to MTV News, Swift said that the title 'Red' is derived from the feeling you get when you're in "mad love", with her songs penned from her own experience. The 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' star said:

"Well, in terms of my album, it kind of signifies the intense, really bold emotions you feel when you're in kind of mad love. And I think that all of the songs on the album are written about those kinds of experiences that I've had."

Swift added: "I think in general red is just a bold, brave colour. I love red lipstick. I love red dresses. I love red shoes. Red is the theme of the moment." Watch the video for Swift's latest single 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together' below: