folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

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  1. poeticflower
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The more I listen the more I hear different interpretations, images and meanings; it's absolutely beautiful. Taylor Swift has written a novel in the form of an album and it's one that I will never grow tired of listening to, like a favourite book.
  2. nell97
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Album of the year!!! The lyrics are just amazing. She really outdid herself with this album. It’s a masterpiece.
  3. CaptainA
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is cosy, comforting and calming in the midst of chaos in the world right now. Definitely a great album to calm yourself down, put on headphones and do nothing but to enjoy the great harmonies and vocals.
  4. ng_trm
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    No worlds can describe. It's one of best things happened this year and it's perfect, like her.
  5. aaliaarda
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Thats really good.I liked the most August.This **** is so good.Thats my **** love Taylor I am the biggest fan
  6. brunocaka
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It is the deepest and most emotional album by Taylor Swift. The sound is very original and the lyrics are mind blowing.
  7. Nick-A
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is a brilliant Album. Tracks 1-5, 9 - 14 are excellent songs on first listen. The rest are very good. I am very impressed by her song writing. The story told in track 3, the conversational impasse in track 4, and the deep musings of the golden but invisible string were all deeply satisfying. Excellent!
  8. faizahhmad
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I love taylor swift since red era, i love her art. This album so good, perfect to play whole song in the middle of the night on balcony house. My favorite song on this album is exile, good job my queen.
  9. adigergedan
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect. I am turkish but the lyrics hit me deeply. When you listen to this album you realize how brave Taylor is. Swicthing from pop music to alternative music, fearlessly! She makes art for art, not for money.
  10. enplancallate
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece.
    Taylor has been improving during this quaranteen and She has just given us a very cohesive album. Album of the year.
  11. secretsessions
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. Taylor Swift has mastered her artistry and is here to take over the world.
  12. crisreyesh
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    this feels like the woods are literally hugging me, it’s an entire hour of felling like my ears are in heaven, I LOVE IT
  13. 12345678909
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Best songwriting one could listen to. The album is so calm, relaxing and perfectly organised which makes it heavenly.
  14. Jon_Pollard
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is a great one for an alternative genre. And the fact that this was only made by for only 3-4 months is incredible.
  15. Ohmygod
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Her best songwriting up to date, this album is a journey that needs to be remembered in the following decade or even more. She's definitely one of the most talented superstar out here today. Amazing album
  16. Spillingwiine
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor Swift's Best album in terms of lyrics. An absolute lyrical masterpiece.
  17. Brian3ro
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    An amazing album and totally different from her previous works. It concentrates on her beautiful voice and story telling. Album is definitely a complete change form her pop and country roots. Taylor concentrates more on an indie/folk sound, which I personally love. If you need a comparison before you listen to the album I suggest listening to her song “Safe and Sound.” So very proud ofAn amazing album and totally different from her previous works. It concentrates on her beautiful voice and story telling. Album is definitely a complete change form her pop and country roots. Taylor concentrates more on an indie/folk sound, which I personally love. If you need a comparison before you listen to the album I suggest listening to her song “Safe and Sound.” So very proud of Taylor and her new surprise album!… Expand
  18. Sparks_Fly
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It's her most mature Álbum, this a fresh air in the music. I think is one of the best albums of Taylor swift ❣️
  19. strsarndmyscrs
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    a great body of work. a lyrical masterpiece. her best yet. i love this album so much.
  20. DanPhng
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Tragic, melancholic, beautiful all in one album with emotive imagery. Totally outstanding as Taylor shifted once again from a comfortable genre to another one.
  21. miliee
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I don’t have enough words to describe how much i love this album! taylor outdid herself, once again! every song is so beautiful & special on its own way! this is definitely her best work so far.
  22. Benidict
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is insanely beautiful to my ears, every songs in the album are clearly elaborated to the listeners like me, I just love it!
  23. leeda062
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor's BEST album. The beautiful stroy-based lyrics, the phenomenal production and the overall aesthetic/vibes of this album, all scream one word: FLAWLESS. Im so happy that Taylor is finally making music that she loves and enjoys making, and doesnt care if the songs are chart toppers. The 16 phenomenal tracks on this wonderful album speak for themselves.
  24. tayloralison
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is an album of the decade!!! This album's melody is drop-dead gorgeous!
  25. Cesarjuarezm
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Este ha sido el mejor álbum de la historia! Taylor Swift ha pasado por diferentes géneros que es imposible diferenciar el estilo por que todo lo vuelve arte! Me encanto he seguido a Taylor desde Fearless casi su álbum debut! El sentimiento de crecer junto a ellas es inexplicable!
  26. batara
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is the new music genre from Taylor Swift. She make this album so perfect and amazing. Love you Taylor
  27. slservis
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This entire album makes me want to make a cup of hot chocolate, curl up into a ball and feel feelings I’ve never felt before. It’s soft, yet so intense. Truly a masterpiece.
  28. fernandamarlon
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor hizo Magia con su nuevo álbum. Como fan desde 2007, folklore fue una experiencia única. Sus letras y ritmos han sido un placer para los oídos.
  29. KhufKhuf
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore Folklore
  30. bl4nkspace
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is so so so amazing!! Taylor Swift you're a angel, folklore is really flawless.
  31. Benjaminbutton
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She never disappoints me and this album is so meaningful, the fact that she only did this for 3 months… Expand
  32. soberwhy
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Beautiful album... Beautiful lyrics, beautiful melodies. Swift IS the music industry
  33. cardigansrep
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente incrível, se não ganhar o AOTY é boicote, eu nunca ouvi melhor que esse na minha vida.
  34. isabelao
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Even though this was an unexpected album, somehow its sound was exactly what we all needed from Taylor Swift. Not only did she outdo herself (once again) musically, "folklore" features one of the best lyrics she has ever written. It proves that great songs come from anywhere, and her story telling is impeccable, as always. Every song carries a different story, but somehow they all tie backEven though this was an unexpected album, somehow its sound was exactly what we all needed from Taylor Swift. Not only did she outdo herself (once again) musically, "folklore" features one of the best lyrics she has ever written. It proves that great songs come from anywhere, and her story telling is impeccable, as always. Every song carries a different story, but somehow they all tie back together. In one word, "folklore" is estimable.… Expand
  35. Fernandoadrian
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Me encanta es un exelente album.....es justo lo que estaba buscando. Me encanta es una nueva era diferente y única..
  36. libbywilliams
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A more mature and beautifully written album. So different from her other songs, a good album for people who aren’t so much a fan of her pop music.
  37. Jenol13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, every song it’s a wonderful, it’s pure art.
  38. Prettio14
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Sonically cohesive; such a great surprise for her to go a different route yet feel so Taylor and true to herself at the same time
  39. Valeriapaul
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanta es de los mejores trabajos de Taylor hasta el momento y merece todo el reconocimiento del mundo… Expand
  40. zurielvargas
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A great album with such good sounds and lyrics. Taylor always gives us quality music
  41. nicholasnleitao
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, coeso, sonoridade MARAVILHOSA! Taylor como sempre comprovando ser uma das maiores compositoras da atualidade. Não é atoa que foi nomeada artista da década!
  42. BennyRago
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A gift. My personal favourite album of hers. Everything about just really feels like that's me.
  43. imsoreborn
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I'm a Kanye fan, but I recognize talent when I see it. Taylor is undeniably talented in her songwriting, business acumen, and singing. This is Taylor at her finest--the style complements her songwriting skills beautifully. folklore is cohesive yet diverse, especially for an alternative, raw album.

    It most likely won't outsell 1989, which had wild numbers, but this is her magnus opus.    I'm a Kanye fan, but I recognize talent when I see it. Taylor is undeniably talented in her songwriting, business acumen, and singing. This is Taylor at her finest--the style complements her songwriting skills beautifully. folklore is cohesive yet diverse, especially for an alternative, raw album.

    It most likely won't outsell 1989, which had wild numbers, but this is her magnus opus. She's proven that she can sell and create #1 albums (this might be her seventh consecutive one), and she no longer has to prove herself. folklore is Taylor at her finest, and I'm happy that she was able to create and release this without worrying about sales. Taylor is a true artist, and folklore is true art    … Expand
  44. folkHoe13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I stan her from the RED era. I'm so glad that we get to see her differently in each album and with so much growth. Folklore deserves to win every award it gets nominated for. Every song on this album has a deep meaning and metaphoric detail that makes it so special. The trinity of the love triangle; writing songs from three peoples perspective is really hard and Taylor did that flawlessly.I stan her from the RED era. I'm so glad that we get to see her differently in each album and with so much growth. Folklore deserves to win every award it gets nominated for. Every song on this album has a deep meaning and metaphoric detail that makes it so special. The trinity of the love triangle; writing songs from three peoples perspective is really hard and Taylor did that flawlessly. Undoubtedly the best songwriter of our generation.… Expand
  45. levitating_emnl
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    a another great and amazing album by the music legend herself. her lyrics here are better than before with a new sound in this album for her the work as a whole is an amazing beautiful experience that takes time for you to take all in, but once you do, you will understand more why she was awarded as the artist of the decade
  46. StudentEksu
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It's so good, it's addictive. I'm obssessed with every song and can't pick a favorite☹❤
  47. Carloscrc
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Um álbum cheio de versos tocantes e metáforas .
    Acordes e melodias que lhe permitem viajar aos lugares mais distantes, as lembranças mais antigas.
    Taylor me trouxe magia nesse trabalho.
    Quem diria que sua obra de arte não seria nem Pop e nem Country. Mas um álbum Folk sem grandes produções escrito em dois meses
  48. Samuel13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a masterpiece. I really love how she created this album with love during this pandemic. This album is such a surprise for us Swifties, an album came from nowhere. Album tracks are sooooooo beautiful. This genre really suit for her skills. Stream folklore. STREAM cardigan.… Expand
  49. Grissel
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Her best work so far and that's saying a lot considering is Taylor Swift. Her lyrics are amazing as always but the sound and her vocals are outstanding the imaginery is absolutely beautiful.
  50. seratalia
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    In my opinion, this album of hers is the one represents her the most. The style of the album, the sound its all effortlessly beautiful. The way the tracks transitions into one another is so good. I would recommend listening to the album in the order of the tracks. Brilliant songwriting. No skips. I think this album is becoming my new favourite album of Taylor Swift. She doesn't seem toIn my opinion, this album of hers is the one represents her the most. The style of the album, the sound its all effortlessly beautiful. The way the tracks transitions into one another is so good. I would recommend listening to the album in the order of the tracks. Brilliant songwriting. No skips. I think this album is becoming my new favourite album of Taylor Swift. She doesn't seem to disappoint! Congratulations Ms. Taylor Swift!… Expand
  51. Tebanchok35
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is not just what we call a music this is way beyond music... Wow what a Surprise album... Compare to her past project this one stand's out ... This is what we called growth … Expand
  52. Luvesn
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album of Taylor swift career
    Taylor Swift is the music industry, legend    … Expand
  53. Imacrit
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, Taylor Swift is the best songwriter of our generation she keeps proving that every time with every album
  54. Rotriarias
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    No me esperaba un álbum así de Taylor, cada vez nos sorprende ahora cambiando de género musical... la producción y en letra.. volvió a sus antiguos raíces pero manteniendo la esencia de quién es ahora.. el álbum del año en mi opinión ❤️
  55. KMA2002
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    In my personal opinion this album is the best of his entire career, I don't want to detract from his other albums but this latest album has better lyrics than the other studio albums.
  56. AleRios
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum nostálgico y expresivo, algo que extrañaba de ella.
    El cambio de Swift es bastante atrevido pero dió en el clavo con cada letra y melodía.
    Puedo decir con seguridad que es un álbum que el mundo necesitaba.
  57. rinoagypsy
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Album of the year, definitely. Hauntingly beautiful tracks and brilliant songwriting. On repeat since release.
  58. Tavopuentes
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    The greatest alternative album ever heard, such a masterpiece and a wonderful trip between the songs
  59. JustALemon
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    The intricate lyricism, the mellow beat, and that folky sound, the cohesiveness of this album and the distinct stories of one another made this album such a masterpiece. This really became the definition of folklore, stories from her life and other lives made this album alive and meaningful. I love the new sound of hers.
  60. shayr1
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. The storytelling, the lyrics, the production. Not to mention this was created during isolation. Amazing album and totally recommend it. Taylor switches genes yet again effortlessly.
  61. laurabqs
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing. I can't even say anything about it yet, I'm still processing this genious work of art.
  62. haylorius
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    who would know ts8 will be her best album. i always loved alternative and folk
  63. nymsonik
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    i am not really fan of reputation and lover but this masterpiece. her storytelling is the best as always
  64. BrenoLuksSabino
    Aug 2, 2020
    7
    É bom! E demonstra toda a versatilidade da Taylor. Entretanto, é mais do mesmo. Para a Taylor é muito bom, pois mostra como ela se dá bem no country, pop e agora indie/folk... mas não é nada além daquilo que um bom artista indie/folk já tenha feito um dia.
  65. paaaaaaaaaascal
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I don‘t have words... It‘s so beautiful ❤️ At first I didn‘t like it so mutch... But now I love it ❤️
  66. SantanaBerry
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums I've ever listened. I truly love this iconic, monumental piece of art.
  67. JohnSnow41188
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    A beautiful journey into the mind of Taylor Swift, accompanied by wonderful instrumentals. Best album of 2020.
  68. notshe
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Something different, im not big fan, but I was very surprised. Good job and I’ll listen more
  69. glazzedonut
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Totally picked up the mature sound in False God and push through the boundaries.
  70. jemesc
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is cozy, cohesive, and a completely different turn for Taylor, while sounding true to her. 10/10
  71. Realpop
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    such a great album perfect production perfect lyrics ! it s probably her best one
  72. dann03
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    No cabe duda que folklore es el el mejor álbum de la carrera de Swift, líricas impresionantes contando una misma historia.
    Me atrevo a decir que el mejor álbum del año y sin duda de lo mejor que nos ha traído esta pandemia.
    Felicidades a Taylor
  73. Elsee
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Love it! I'm glad Taylor swift has grown up so much, and this album feels like that
  74. catherine447
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    swift's modernity is actually a kind of timelessness, yet delivered in an emotional and lyrical lexicon that speaks directly to this moment
  75. Mark198913
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The power of the lyrics and the freshness of the sound makes it phenomenal.
  76. Camillacroda
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is a full kaleidoscope onto her inner more personal world. Best album of 2020 and surely is going to sign this decade
  77. fridaglee17
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it’s so whimsical, sad, but at the same time is everything i’ve been longing from her. she shows once again her songwriting prowess. i actually think this album might be in the run for her best. also can’t forget that it’s actually sonically cohesive.
  78. Allebid
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum lindo, maduro e sentimental. Com uma sonoridade nova pra ela. Absolutamente perfeito.
  79. RoiJoffe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutely enchanting. Definitely my fav album of hers! The lyrics are fantastic, her voice is magical, everything about this album is fantastic.
  80. lukadjukic22
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore is lyrically, vocally and overall her best album. It really showed us how Taylor grew as an artist and that she can successfully shuffle through various genres and still sound amazing.
  81. Quinney
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s hard to not see this album among the other 7 Taylor has released. It makes its claim as her best album. The story telling no artist can do. The production that perfectly admits the right emotion per track.
  82. Bushra
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her most mature album yet. Taylor swift gives you something new with each album. It feels homey and intimate.… Expand
  83. alinavarvar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor redeemed herself with this record. Her storytelling is phenomenal, a lot of imaginary, she evolves you with the story from start to finish. Great songwriting. It’s very pleasant and sonically cohesive. It reads like a good book, in a rainy afternoon. It appears to me, this is her best work to this day.
  84. Nachoira
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Lyrics 10/10
    Production 10/10
    Cohesiveness 10/10
    Storytelling 10/10
    Perfection
  85. niemandat
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    amazing album. i love how taylor swift has shown once again she’s able to expand to different genres of music
  86. isshunain
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best acoustic/folk albums in recent memory. Miss Swift outdid herself with these lyrics. It's sheer poetry.
  87. ZEN-1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this is objectively Taylor's best work the lyrics, production, concepts and the general feel!!!! snappery
  88. Krishnakant
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The greatest Album of our time! This is what is created when the biggest artist in world and the greatest songwriter of this generation reaches her artistic Zenith!
  89. Armand102
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    All I can say is wow!!!! My mind is completely blown by this album. In my opinion her best album so far.
  90. Revert2020
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor's sound has matured so much. A truly incredible mixture of production and lyricism makes this easily one of her best albums.
  91. jorge_benevides
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor nos leva ao ápice de sua maturidade emocional nesse álbum.
    Ela ousa e mesmo assim não foge das suas raízes country e 80s.
    Uma grata surpresa de 2020.
  92. epiphanyy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her best album ever. i cant put in words the feelings that it transmit, its magical.
  93. michelecandido
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is definitely the best album of her career. Masterpiece. She did that.
  94. Fabian-13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing and truly necessary, is a mature album, perfect to her old fan base, the lyricism is awesome, the production so natural and organic, 10 of 10.
  95. gretasophie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    absolutely perfect from start to finish. taylor really gave this her everything.
  96. Ebg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album has impeccable lyrics, simple but motivating sounds, and a gift from Taylor to all her followers.
  97. Dhasyaaa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the Taylor Swift album that I have waited for my entire life. A beautiful blend of lyricism and artistry. I cannot fathom how she can possibly top this album. But then again, it's Taylor Swift.
  98. Patzym99
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a different album from the new Swift era. I am going to listen it more because I would like to listen more
  99. pedropercu
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
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  100. majovisairo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s new album is really something unexpected and great. It reminds of RED and I can tell folklore will become a fan favorite in no time. Swift really did a great album, with great lyrics (as usual), great sounds and it all mixes perfectly. This is the album of the year.
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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Uncut
    Aug 13, 2020
    90
    It's a sharp turn to the left for Swift and a fine reminder that she is more than just a gleaming pop phenomenon, but a remarkable songwriter too. [Oct 2020, p.36]
  2. DIY Magazine
    Aug 7, 2020
    90
    A modern-folk masterpiece which finds her moving from her previous pop bangers into stunningly simple yet sharp melodies, ‘folklore’ will be going down in Swiftie history as one of her most unexpected, and undoubtedly one of her best.
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  3. The Observer (UK)
    Aug 3, 2020
    60
    These 16 tracks (17 on the deluxe version) play out quite pleasurably in their entirety, the joins between Swift, Dessner and Antonoff ultimately only of niche interest. But Swift’s powerful songs reach their climaxes with bittersweet orchestrations, rather than blows to the solar plexus or a ringing in the ears. Everything hovers; little truly lands.
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