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. anafromm
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito em questão de sonoridade, vocal, composição, inovação.... foi o time certo de Taylor se inovar na indústria da música e mais uma vez ela mostra que é uma artista de verdade e que pode fazer de tudo e mais um pouco, álbum muito cativante e emocionante.
  2. DiegoGv
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An album full of extraordinary lyrics. Nada que pueda decir y describa el excelente trabó de la Señorita Swift. Magnífico
  3. mullan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    O álbum é bem melancólico. A vibe dele é muito lúdica. Eu senti como se eu estivesse sentada numa varanda, em uma fazenda no meio do nada; o inverno começando, o céu cinza e o vento balançando as folhas das árvores e da grama alta, e alguém tivesse me contando histórias. A cada história eu me interessava mais, queria saber mais, ouvir mais. A melodia parece a mesma, mas ela tem suasO álbum é bem melancólico. A vibe dele é muito lúdica. Eu senti como se eu estivesse sentada numa varanda, em uma fazenda no meio do nada; o inverno começando, o céu cinza e o vento balançando as folhas das árvores e da grama alta, e alguém tivesse me contando histórias. A cada história eu me interessava mais, queria saber mais, ouvir mais. A melodia parece a mesma, mas ela tem suas nuances, as particularidades que se destacam por conta da boa engenharia. Se você não tem o costume de ouvir músicas mais lentas, músicas alternativas, então, talvez, você não vá gostar do álbum. E se você for fã de música pop (pop fafora), esse álbum definitivamente não é a sua vibe, mas você pode gostar sim, basta dar uma chance pra um novo estilo que não está presente no seu cotidiano. E lembre-se: tá tudo bem não gostar, ninguém é obrigado a nada, mas não custa nada reconhecer que o álbum está bem feito. A taylor conseguiu fazer um álbum bom, com melodias tocantes, letras que com certeza vão tocar várias pessoas, que muitos vão se identificar, pois, falam de coisas habituais mas de forma poética.… Expand
  4. Dawcey
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    So intimate and beautiful! Just need a fireplace and a hot chocolate!

    The 1
    Cardigan
    Exile
  5. Htoothit
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor did great job. The album is beyond perfect and I love that. People with a great music taste can also feel with hers.
  6. GoldenSnake13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    In people this is one of the best lyrical albums by Taylor, leaving behind the fanaticism, the album is really very good, the relaxing and calm sounds make this album special and being compared to other albums of the alternative genre, this album is very good, Taylor decided to reinvent himself and I think the best way he could do it was in the alternative genre, let's leave behind hateIn people this is one of the best lyrical albums by Taylor, leaving behind the fanaticism, the album is really very good, the relaxing and calm sounds make this album special and being compared to other albums of the alternative genre, this album is very good, Taylor decided to reinvent himself and I think the best way he could do it was in the alternative genre, let's leave behind hate and competition and let's start enjoying all the albums.… Expand
  7. alexculbert
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    AMAZING THE LYRICS FLOW BEAUTIFULLY also the vocals are perfection. This is the album or raw talent that we have all been waiting for.
  8. AlleGarMed
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the most mature album from Taylor. It amazingly make you feel like a summer sunset.
  9. thislllove
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A MASTERPIECE. Her best work to date - a literal lullaby. Her writing always speaks to me but this time around it was different.
  10. LenaG
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful. Folklore feels like a wonderful gift from a close friend and is the most mature album Taylor has come out with. I’ve always loved her work but Folklore is even more magical than I could have hoped for
  11. Iagopacheco1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum maduro, profundo e poético. Com notas doces e melancólicas o álbum conseguiu alcançar uma nova musicalidade na carreira de Taylor Swift.
  12. adrileyba
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Along with red this is my favorite Taylor Swift album. She ezperimented with a more alternative style of music which was great. It’s an album that showcases her growth in the music industry. The more I listen the more I like it because of the amazing lyrics… Expand
  13. rhysevans13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    songwriting perfection! absolutely breathtaking from start to finish. a completely new sound but also familiar at the same time.
  14. sadramahgoli
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift best album and in the new generation really amazing and i love it
  15. Baileyjames89
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is absolutely incredible, each song tells a different story. The storytelling in this album is what Taylor Swift is known for. INCREDIBLE!!
  16. angellamasg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums of all time. In this album she discovers the alternative genre and does it so magically. The songwriting is perfect and melodies and choruses are very special on this one.
  17. makrypodisa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is clearly one of her best. it explores love, and relationships, and love triangles from multiple perspectives, and sonically it sounds amazing and very reminiscent of 1989. listening to the album feels like listening to a story, and demonstrates Taylor Swift’s amazing songwriting abilities.
  18. viickyy
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is the aoty for me, it’s so raw, emotional and honest.The imagery it paints with all the characters pov’s blows my mind because I’ve always been a fan of her lyricism and I feel like Taylor has matured with this album and i’m very proud of her.
  19. sandipbista13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Best album of 2020 so far. It takes you to the magical journey through the fantastic storytelling of Miss T-Swift.
  20. Alex120789
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum perfecto en todos los sentidos es una verdadera obra de arte. Taylor nos muestra una vez más que es capaz de descubrir nuevas facetas de ella en distintos géneros y sonidos con nuevos conceptos.
  21. tiaraaazka
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore feels like something we didn't know we needed. it's so fresh and magical, hauntingly beautiful. all of the songs are amazing, each tells different story. i love it.
  22. Lolswiftie13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Best album yet!!! Most mature, and I am living for it!!! Great imagination and storytelling!!!!!
  23. alejandroesquer
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift did it again! The lyrical content as usual is perfection, the story telling, the music, the vibe, the feeling, it truly transports you to that place Taylor swift created for us ✨
  24. Augusttears
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album.
    It’s classic. It’s vulnerable.
    It’s emotional.
    An absolute divine masterpiece.
  25. gabbya
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    AMAZZZZZZZZZZZZZINGGGGGGGGGGGG I love it! Taylor outdid herself again!!!!!
  26. aguiar_marcoss
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Taylor returned to his roots with Folklore. this album is very cohesive, it has very beautiful songs that really touch those who listen. There are one or two not very nice songs, but in general the album is very cohesive, simple and pleasant to hear.
  27. CrisGaTian
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    On each album, Taylor demonstrates what his best quality is, and that is the composition
  28. doggobot
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Really good album! Very different from all her previous stuff but very good. Cohesive, 0 skips, and just an experience in all.
  29. joseangel1314
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I Love It
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  30. Jessalyn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I don't even need to say anything. It's a MASTERPIECE! She keeps getting better & better.
  31. Samanthuh55
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift was born to make a storytelling indie album like this! Her songwriting talent has never shined brighter! Her lyrics vividly paint pictures and take you on a journey and submerge you into different worlds in each song through different characters perspectives. This album is an instant classic! A creative masterpiece!
  32. Daianalima
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is incredible, Taylor always innovates, totally intelligent the move and I loved it very much.
    Cohesion, talent and acclaim.
  33. 13_charl13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This whole album is a masterpiece of beautiful lyrical magic! It takes you on a cozy loving journey through the amazing lyric genius Miss Swift herself! :)… Expand
  34. VBeckman
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is so monumental, phenomenal, exceptional and magical, taylor once again surprised us with another work worthy of acclaim.… Expand
  35. Lra
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This sounds like something straight out of Taylor Swift’s soul. This is the album she was always meant to write. I’m in awe that something this beautiful was completed in just 3 months.
  36. nitinrathee
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Queen did that again we aren't surprised. The album has maturity and integrity from start to begin
  37. carlroyales
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album of Taylor Swift! This album highlighted how good Taylor as a lyricist. Her storytelling makes it so good as well as the emotions it embarks. Overall, a great album!
  38. chblcr04
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Fresh music and the best storyteller of this time, Miss Taylor Swift! Very surprisingly and the best album so far ❤
  39. truthredlips
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Uno de sus mejores álbumes sin duda. Tiene muchas vibes de red y eso me encanta. Esta es Taylor Swift en su máxima expresión y volver a escuchar este tipo de canciones me llena por completo el alma.… Expand
  40. santipaniagua09
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is, for sure, the best album of the year. She had the courage to try something new and it’s awesome, perfect pitch, perfect lyrics, perfect melodies.
  41. fabbycornejo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Todas las canciones tienen su propio toque al igual que una historia propia, es un ritmo muy diferente al álbum pasado pero sigue siendo igual de bueno.
  42. someone13333
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A cultural reset!! the best album in 2020, no skips no bad songs at all. Miss Swift really said i am making the best album in history
  43. DaniSaavedra13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Sin duda alguna Taylor se atrevio a experimentar con algo nuevo que termino siendo de lo mejor que nos ha dado, con letras que describen en su totalidad el como se siente, conectando con todos.
  44. Anthony_a2k
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album reminds us that Taylor Swift is the best singer-songwriter in her generation and she reinvents her sound again and again
  45. troyfonz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album shows the side of Taylor Swift that has never seen before. It's like poems but she makes it more appealing by making it as her Eight Studio Album!
  46. pedrohao
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift shows again his talent as much as
    composer as a singer on this album. some songs make us feel comforted, but in the other they squeeze our hearts
  47. qktheless
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    melancholic, calming, wishful thinking, amazing storytelling, and the way the instruments fits perfectly in every song. what a great time to be alive. thank you taylor.
  48. agatacostab
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Swift explores the alternative genre in this gloomy, cold yet familiar and traditional album, with the vivid, metaphorical lyrical content that has always been part of Swift's musical development. The collab with Bon Iver is one of her best collabs, their voices match perfectly.
  49. Israel-ortega
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor nos transporta a otra dimensión con su nuevo álbum folklore, tiene la facilidad de darnos arte… Expand
  50. carlloveswift3
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor's most serene yet. It pays homage to red and 1989 that resulted to an alternative record none of her contemporaries has the ability to muster
  51. Montse13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore es lo mejor que he escuchado de Taylor siempre mente te lleva un viaje que no quieres que termine nunca… Expand
  52. Danghieu13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
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  53. Fabian1997
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un buen álbum con esto miramos y escuchamos a una Taylor Swift madura. Feliz por este sonido presentado
  54. Aurielml
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I love it, it's a lyrical masterpiece, and the music is just warm and sad ay the same time, really her Best album so far
  55. Diego6789
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es realmente hermoso no tengo más palabras para definir este album, sin duda es arte totalmente!! 100/100… Expand
  56. lykes
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    not my type of music but the album is very good and unique, congratulations taylor!
  57. sountee
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I see a little blue in the color of the video. But her music has never let me down.… Expand
  58. mbrayan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum perfecto, se aprecia una gran evolución de Swift, regalándonos nuevas vibras que te transportan de felicidad a tristeza sin perder su escencia.
  59. cupcake033
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore is a beautiful, sad, musical masterpiece. it shows taylor's songwriting prowess and her ability to spread into different musical genres. while it is quite unexpected, it is exactly what is needed during these times. one of her best, cohesive pieces of art. taylor never fails to impress. album of the year!
  60. horii
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the most precious folk albums I've ever listened. Taylor Swift is the best.
  61. Brayan82410
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is very beautiful, the fact that she risks making a totally different genre is applauding and innovative, demonstrates once again why she is the artist of the decade.
  62. Diego_BR
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor is giving something like we have never heard before from her, and it’s really working. The whole album has a melancholic vibe that really fits the times that we have been facing these past months.
  63. Alessandro_1327
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    On this album, Miss Swift outdid herself on songwriting terms. Songs filled with pure poetry, while soothing vocals and an amazing production and use of the instruments. It is Taylor's more mature album so far. And yes, I think it's one, if not the, best album on her discography. PERIODT. SHE **** DID THAT HAHAHA
    HATERS GONNA HATE, STAY PRESSED
  64. anacaldas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece, perfect from start to finnish. I felt myself reading a book, each song telling a story and even completing.
  65. Taysuprema
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Cuánta mostra ardida queriendo sabotear a taypatrona, saben bien que se va terminar defecando en chancromatica
  66. Tearsricochet
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    This album feels like a mug of hot chocolate, and cinnamon rolls on a rainy day
  67. alexcabeyo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Concept, cohesion and acclaim; a sonic perfection. Taylor was very insightful with this album.
  68. Valadao
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. completamente perfeito. as letras são maravilhosas e a sonoridade doce. as musicas conseguem te levar para um mundo paralelo.… Expand
  69. joanabuck
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album was lyrically genius and definitely a change of pace from her last albums. sonically cohesive and very interesting thematically. reality and metaphorical storytelling are intricately woven, definitely blurring the lines. the album incites lots of questions that likely won't be answered, but there's something special about having the liberty to interpret it myself. I'm sothis album was lyrically genius and definitely a change of pace from her last albums. sonically cohesive and very interesting thematically. reality and metaphorical storytelling are intricately woven, definitely blurring the lines. the album incites lots of questions that likely won't be answered, but there's something special about having the liberty to interpret it myself. I'm so impressed that this level of creativity could be achieved with her 8th full-length album. she hasn't lost it.… Expand
  70. Baileybruce
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A shockingly well-executed transition back to what Taylor Swift does best: Storytelling
  71. Alphachief
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's just awesome and it was awesome to see such melodic and lyrically best songs of all time. Must say Taylor Swift is the best singer of all time.
  72. Ronn15
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Very touching , Emotional , Soothing And Lyrically Genious Album Once again taylor Killed it ♥️♥️
  73. mhmusiclover
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is truly magical. Amazing writing skills and vocals, with great story telling.
  74. Cashe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is Marvelous, enchanted, euphoric, amazing, strong, vulnerable, beautiful and Taylor gave us a truly inspiring masterpiece
  75. jjmustang
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this is the best album of the career of Taylor Swift, just incredible .
  76. daianeverzza
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum do ano! Taylor realmente surpreendeu ao lançar esse álbum, muito diferente de tudo o que já lançou.
  77. migerncole
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This just proves how Swift grow through the years. A new expedition and sound for her.
  78. carlasil
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    In my opinion this is her best album ever, I love every single thing about it.
  79. SlaterQuinn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I would not know how to describe what I felt when listening to the new Taylor Swift album, this is something new, different and unique.
    The emotions that each song transmits, its wonderful lyrics, its pleasant melodies, all this makes Folklore one of the most personal and best albums written by Taylor Swift.
    Love that alternate, vintage tone of the album, a new step in Taylor's career.
  80. crvelsummer
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    There's not enough for how much I love this album. Taylor Swift has mastered every genre she has touched from country to pop to now alternative. I have a new top 3 every time I listen to the album. The lyrics and sound is so dreamy, it takes you to a beautiful cottage in the middle of the woods with whoever you love. Betty, exile, and august are my personal favorites right now, CardiganThere's not enough for how much I love this album. Taylor Swift has mastered every genre she has touched from country to pop to now alternative. I have a new top 3 every time I listen to the album. The lyrics and sound is so dreamy, it takes you to a beautiful cottage in the middle of the woods with whoever you love. Betty, exile, and august are my personal favorites right now, Cardigan which is the lead of the album comes into my top 5 which I hadn't expected at all given how poor Taylor's single choices have been. This album is just begging to be the soundtrack of a coming of age sapphic indie film.… Expand
  81. iamgeneva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is definitely an album that will age slow, it is a complete album, Great vocals, great sounds, it's relatable, and it's a literal masterpiece when it comes to Lyrics.The lyrics are untouchable, TAYLOR SWIFT'S songwriting is untouchable.This album definitely sets her once more as one of the best songwriters of all time.… Expand
  82. adazm
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simply beautiful but complex. Melody’s and lyrics are amazing, definitely Taylor’s best album
  83. iandavidj
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is an excellent album. The production of Bryce and Aaron Dessner of the National is evident all throughout the album, the influence of Bon Iver's Justin Vernon is also evident and Taylor adds a whole new layer to the dynamic already laid down. Taylor's vocals and writing cut deep, and really show what a "new era" is here. Album of the year?
  84. mashazim
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's like as if Taylor Swift collaborated with Lana and Moby at the same time. Genius.
  85. Ibellerose17
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Magnífico. Como alguien que siempre amó sus canciones lentas, y Safe & Sound marcó algo en mi para siempre, este disco convierte todos mis sentimientos, sueños y deseos en una realidad. Taylor es una artista completamente, que demuestra que tu pasión puede mirarse en la versatilidad. Sin ningún tipo de esfuerzo ha cambiado de géneros y todos le han sentado bien. Octavo álbum, octavaMagnífico. Como alguien que siempre amó sus canciones lentas, y Safe & Sound marcó algo en mi para siempre, este disco convierte todos mis sentimientos, sueños y deseos en una realidad. Taylor es una artista completamente, que demuestra que tu pasión puede mirarse en la versatilidad. Sin ningún tipo de esfuerzo ha cambiado de géneros y todos le han sentado bien. Octavo álbum, octava maravilla del mundo … Expand
  86. BCW327
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An amazing collection showcasing Taylor’s phenomenal storytelling skills. It feels as if she wrote poems of stories and sang them to everyone during these dark times.
  87. viq29
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect, alternative music maybe doesn't match everyone but Taylor Swift made magic. MASTERPIECE!
  88. RedHunter991
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un álbum que revuelve tus emociones, el cual muestra una Taylor Swift mucho más madura, la cual no teme lanzarse a un abismó para experimentar con nuevos sonidos y manteniendo su lírica, la cual nos cuenta una historia, con la que te puedes identificar fácilmente...!
  89. Ysasilva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Flawless album, she once again outdid herself, everything matched perfectly, from the lyrics to the melody. She brought an album very different from what she usually does and once again showed how talented she is.
  90. miguelo_gp
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum súper calmado, un estilo musical un tanto diferente a lo que estamos acostumbrados con Taylor. El álbum en si te transmite sensaciones inigualables sin dudas uno des sus mejores lanzamientos hasta la fecha
  91. sophia612
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore has officially passed Red as my favorite Taylor album. In Taylor fashion, every song tells a story, and her vocals are better than ever. 10/10
  92. ansharma12
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album isn't really made for everyone, but I personally wanted a mellow and calm Taylor Swift album and finally I got one, and I'm not disappointed in any possible way. Taylor again proves why she is one of the most intelligent songwriters of our time and proves that she doesn't need production heavy songs to shine.
    Folklore as a whole is a combination of red and reputation sonically and lyrically respectively. Taylor Swift shows how she can formulate different fictional characters and make us feel what she was feeling when she wrote those characters. She also touches upon some of her past struggles and sings them melodiously like a literal, folklore. She describes every single thing in songs beautifully and maturely. Loved this album and I'll never get tired of it. Like ever (pun intended)    … Expand
  93. gugaalb
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    bom pra caramba quem não gostou é sequelado! A Taylor conseguiu se reinventar de uma maneira perfeita! Lendária, apenas.
  94. Usagifischer
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    "Exile" and "my tears ricochet" are, so far, the best from 'Folklore'. Bon lver and Swift did such a great job together, my ears are so thankful.
  95. Olivehuff
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A perfect album for looking outside at the rain while drinking tea and feeling your feelings.
  96. megtm7
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Lyrically Masterpiece album by Taylor Swift! I am an pop genre fan but totally loving this album! I can’t stop listening to it! All respect taylor for creating something so different and beautiful! This is almost perfect album!
    Melancholic vibe and very beautiful songs!
  97. paolabertoldi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    brilliant incredible amazing show stopping spectacular never the same totally unique
  98. euriyiyi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    AMAZING! Just brilliant! It's a cohesive album with themes that she hasn't explored before. It's refreshing to see this side to her music and songwriting ability is top-notch as always
  99. kneecolex3
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has outdone herself this time. Each album has its own era, own sound, and this one does not disappoint. The lyrics are outstanding, the music is out of this world. She is the greatest songwriter of our generation. Instead of continuing to write about her own life, she tried story writing and it did not disappoint. Hands down, amazing!
  100. Fatenn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Even tho i don't like calm music that much but this album she made me fall in love with it .. it gives me winter vibe .. it's so magical. The lyrics are perfection too
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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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