folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

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  1. fallenkyler
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    folklore is the best album of taylor swift so far!!! i love this album and the songs!!! no skips just entire masterpiece!
  2. Iampablod
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect album, I love so much, so good! Composition, perfomance, expression!… Expand
  3. annikarras
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    it’s literally just perfect. no skips. the timing was perfect too. august and mirrorball are personal favs
  4. Saul_24
    Aug 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un Album muy inspirador, me encanta. Taylor es unas de las cantantes que escribe sus canciones mas iconicas y con sentimientos. La Amo… Expand
  5. Carsonwilliams
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    An amazing contemporary piece. Truly takes the time to slow down and show a more vulnerable side
  6. chyyyyy
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    folklore is the kind of album that I would listen to every single day. Taylor is one of the artists that I really admire. To think that she released it the same day she announced it is just mindblowing. No other artist can pull off that. This album is a masterpiece. Periodt.
  7. Hi_How_RYah
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    This was astoundingly beautiful album. Thank you Ms. Swift for releasing this album
  8. T33
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    Taylor has outdone herself. Even if you have never enjoyed her music before, this one is worth a shot. You won't be disappointed.
  9. Weyling
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums and one of the best albums of 2020. I love the songs
  10. Jamilaandrea224
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Siempre he admirado el trabajo de Taylor como cantautora, así que realmente pude sentir lo que quiso trasmitir a través de este álbum. La producción es diferente a lo que vino haciendo años atrás, pero de igual forma me gustó bastante.
  11. Emanuel7000
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    If you understand music you will understand this album! 2 words “ MASTER PIECE” I’m somebody who loves pop music & up going exciting beats. For some reason this album didn’t catch me right away until I really decided to pay attention soon after this truly changed my perspective and understanding of what I was missing. Taylor Swift is an icon this album is so much more than just music it’sIf you understand music you will understand this album! 2 words “ MASTER PIECE” I’m somebody who loves pop music & up going exciting beats. For some reason this album didn’t catch me right away until I really decided to pay attention soon after this truly changed my perspective and understanding of what I was missing. Taylor Swift is an icon this album is so much more than just music it’s a form of art in storytelling. All I can say is this surprise album is honestly the best out of any album Taylor Swift has ever made. It’s filled of truth - love and hope. I’ve been streaming this album folklore 24/7 Taylor truly changed my perspective of 2020.… Expand
  12. Izzbit23
    Aug 19, 2020
    10
    This is a beautiful poetic masterpiece that is as close to perfect as you can get.
  13. Kamoyayo
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    Omg I've loved an album like this,at first I didn't like the sound but now I've learnt to make peace with it,this is beautiful written ,I love Taylor for giving an album that I would always escape to
  14. Benjaminastetef
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    Charming, relaxing, magic and with exquisite and playful songwriting, as usual if it comes from Taylor. Floklore is an enchanted forest full of vivid manifestations and feelings.
  15. Aaroha
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is so beautiful.... You need to understand lyrics and you will be lost in the depth of the album… Expand
  16. wahyutaufiqq
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. menenangkan jiwa dan raga, the best album ever!. I'm here, always to support you tay tay.… Expand
  17. Mi_3
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore is that kind of album you can listen to on a rainy autumn day curled up in your blanket or listen to it on a long midnight car drive with your headphones on or blasting it with the windows down.
    It is definitely a collection of old stories, memories, just like Taylor described it. I definitely think you can find the smallest parts of your heart in any of these songs.
    It puts you in your feels, it makes you think about stuff, it takes you on a whole emotional roller-coaster, and I truly believe those are the definitions of the greatest art works. They make you think, they make you feel.    … Expand
  18. jasondarnei
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore has got to be the leading contender for Album Of The Year at the Grammy
  19. Mi_
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore is a masterpiece, lyrically and sonically. Taylor once again proves what she does the best and that is definitely her songwriting. But she isn't just a songwriter, she is a storyteller, she is a poet. I feel like she is proving that the most with songs like hoax, the lakes, my tears ricochet.
    This work of art will give you chills, you will fall in love with the whole album more and more each time you listen to it. I highly recommend it!    … Expand
  20. agnibhughosh
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    it is arguably her best album yet and definitely a highlight in her career.
  21. doddlekat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her versatility is impeccably genius and probably know how to play with her league. Her storytelling is on another level, people tries to discredit her writing skills but gurl she's Taylor Swift, the songwriter of this generation.
  22. anayabottles
    Aug 25, 2020
    7
    It's not my style of music but i did enjoying most of it. My favourite song has to be "The 1".
  23. ismimduygu
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    this album is so good. best ts album ever. my fav is august and my tears ricochet
  24. kpsbunny
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album love it. Perfect alternative album this year has made. Swift shifted different genres smoothly… Expand
  25. Nicolasopazo
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor came back to give us another masterpiece after her RED album, folklore goes deeper where the lyrics proves she’s the music industry.
  26. Davidrs2842
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amo este trabajo de Taylor por sus melodías y letras, me ayuda a relajarme un poco cuando siento que estoy alterado... good! Katycat presente
  27. Allanlon23
    Oct 24, 2020
    10
    ÁLBUM PERFEITO
    AVISEM QUE A TAYLOR NUNCA ERRA COMO SEMPRE ENTREGANDO CONTEÚDO DE QUALIDADE
  28. Steph1123
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album she ever made I love how this creates such a vibe. The tone and the lyrics always catches my attention. Illicit affairs, mirrorball, August and the lakes are the top and every songs are so good.… Expand
  29. chachieprincess
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    Such a beautiful album
  30. NB04
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album of the year. Amazing lyrics, amazing production, amazing sounds. Taylor swift is the best songwriter of this generation.
  31. Swiftieternally
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    This album is a storytelling.and Taylor Swift is the narrator and at the same time one of the characters in it.by that every folks can relate and sure ly people will talk about her songs ,the lyrics every words,phrases,etc...connecting ,the connections are so much more to POV like individualities had there own perspectives.thats why Taylor's Songs and the lyricism are a level up of herThis album is a storytelling.and Taylor Swift is the narrator and at the same time one of the characters in it.by that every folks can relate and sure ly people will talk about her songs ,the lyrics every words,phrases,etc...connecting ,the connections are so much more to POV like individualities had there own perspectives.thats why Taylor's Songs and the lyricism are a level up of her new back to old as an EXPERIMENTALIST ARTIST OF THIS GENERATION .AND I … Expand
  32. Emma12345
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Great production and incredible lyrics. Taylor once again showed why she is artist of the decade.
  33. Boltz20
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Her lyrical skills are just beyond insane. She brought us to a new world with this album.
  34. CAMILVILLE
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Excelente álbum,lo que demuestra,que Folklore,Smile y chromatica :Son arte y que la industria musical femenina da gusto escucharla
  35. Raulrherrera
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Las letras son hermosas, las historias, la profundidad, lo natural y sencillo del disco. Una joya.
  36. Gaba_89
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    The best album, Taylor is such a great artist and songwriter. She deserves this and more.
  37. RonaldoCast
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Muy buen álbum, extrano la música de Red y 1988 pero me encanta esta música.
  38. s_wiftie13
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is the best album of 2020 should be nominated at least 6 categories in the Grammys and win at least 5❤️… Expand
  39. KTher
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    No soy fan de Taylor, pero no soy hater, me gustan algunas canciones de álbunes pasados de ella, pero este tipo de musica de Folklore no es que me de mi agradó
  40. Pamelalovestay
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album from her. no skips. Makes you cry. Remember your summer love. Your ex. Makes you fall in love with every Single track as you continue listening:)
  41. Alexaaaanderg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift es Top. Toda su discografía es buenísima!! Felicidades Taylor Queen
  42. AngieRomm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Les dejamos un 10 por parte de las katycats, los queremos mucho swifties, este álbum es grandioso y esta artista también, iconica. Lamentamos que personas malas estén tratando de sabotear a dos reinas.
  43. Jamesperryat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Great album! This brings me back on her RED era sad songs era, and i love it. AOTY along with SMILE
  44. Yuval13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow, She did it again! This is one of Taylor’s best albums, love anything about it. Love you taylor, you deserve it :)… Expand
  45. rxmonster
    Aug 29, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do love it, i just font understand the lyrics, its deep. I really do love it… Expand
  46. Jeziel
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Achei o álbum chato, desculpa Taylor então vou te dar um 9. Na próxima você consegue
  47. a_Kash_cat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album shows us how Taylor can fit perfectly in different genres. From country music to pop music and then this. Just Amazing.
  48. alanarellan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is the music industry, she did that. No one does it like her, her impact is undeniable
  49. cezarmello
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    wonderful, light and calm, she came back with everything in this quarantine
  50. ZongZii
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    she is Gorgeous stop the war. This album is the album of the year.Future Grammy winner
  51. scarletharris
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    great album, i love the new genres that taylor is exploring. it jusy proves her excellence as an artist
  52. Inkeyjay
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    This album broke me and I cant really listen to cardigan without crying thanks taylor
  53. Kevin12138
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album of the year. It's Taylor Swift's best album. August is my favourite song in this album!!!!
  54. carloszavala
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    IM A KATYCAT AND I LOVE THIS ALBUM SO MUCH! Taylor keeps surprising us with new music anthems! and i’m in love with The 1 the best one!
  55. Sam_will2011
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Its just amazing, its my sleep music its I love music like this indie gives me Lana vibes
  56. Danocb
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    Reinvención de Miss Swift, amamos reinas con mundos dentro de sus cabezas ... Larga vida a la Titan de Pop
  57. brianthekatycat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor does it again, she proves she's a lyric genius, literally a goddess, the album is so good
  58. musicexplorer
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor shows herself another side of herself with this alternative perfection.
  59. Thalisferr
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    A qualidade das músicas da Taylor é simplesmente surreal, sou cadelinha dessa mulher
  60. Artorix
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylos siempre sorprende!
    Un disco grandioso, abarcando géneros que recuerdan a sus inicios y algo de influencia de Lana del rey.
    Un gran giro a lo que venía haciendo en su carrera!
  61. Shone_lift
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An absolute MASTERPIECE. Written so beautifully and sonically encapsulating, nice light production and stunning vocals, truly one of the best albums released this year.
  62. LittleSpoon
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I really liked this record. And the music video that came out is great. This is not really my type but I really enjoyed it !


    Just want to end this stupid « war » against fanbase which feel so childish ! - A KatyCat who support every female artist in the industry who suffers from being compared while the time. Just enjoy the music.
  63. dinnie
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album ever. Lirycs, production, EVERYTHING is just chef's kiss. 13/10
  64. Jezreylljames
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece indeed. Taylor Swift continually reinvent herself and it is vivid to this body of work. A switch genre is risky but she still managed to pull it through.
  65. Natalia236
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor regala durante esta cuarentena un álbum que me acompaña durante este invierno. Cada canción es bella.
  66. iamicebear
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is excellent!!! Her songwriting never disappoints me and the fact that she did all of these during quarantine. She really made a story. The whole concept is amazing. I also love the vibe this album gives me. It's super mellow and chill. It also has tons of replay value. Her vocals has also improved. Her low notes are killing me. They are beautiful. She really proved that she isThis album is excellent!!! Her songwriting never disappoints me and the fact that she did all of these during quarantine. She really made a story. The whole concept is amazing. I also love the vibe this album gives me. It's super mellow and chill. It also has tons of replay value. Her vocals has also improved. Her low notes are killing me. They are beautiful. She really proved that she is more than just a popstar. She showed artistic growth and she is an absolute treasure in this music industry.This album is absolutely flawless. I love it.… Expand
  67. iraklis_t
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I think it's the best album she's ever made. I like all the songs and I think she should get a Grammy For best album of the year It also has very nice lyrics with nice meaning
    Love you Taylor
  68. ferlovers
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    A good album! Taylor is always reinventing herself
    highlights: CARDIGAN, MY TEARS RICOCHET, EXILE.
  69. Abelhdsn
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sin duda artistico, nada que Taylor Swift no pueda hacer, nunca deja de sorprendernos esta mujer
  70. ThomasBitt
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    Another flawless album for Swift's discography. but it didn't fill my eyes much.
  71. harrylwymmd13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is an incredible masterpiece, written by one of the best lyricists in the world. The artist of the decade has made number 1s in 3 different music genres and has 7 Number 1 albums. This album is a new genre that Taylor is smashing. You should all support the artist of the decade ❤️
  72. Gerardo17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Please stop Swifties!!! We love Taylor, the other ones are Katyrats, please give to Smile a good average. ❤️
  73. JesusJahir
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece! I’m a Katycat and I love Taylor’s work, I couldn’t pick just one favourite song out of those great productions.
  74. Sam_Sosa1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore un álbum muy bueno de principio a fin, Taylor nos vuelve a impresionar con su innegable arte… Expand
  75. Jgamseil16
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This work is a big record, she is the music industry Yes, girld
    ONE WORD: AMAZING!!!
  76. Theedwinestrad1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum tan artístico que podrías escucharlo para toda la vida y nunca te aburrirías
  77. Keke2611
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    her best album yet, amazing lyricism and production courtesy of Aaron Dessner. Highlights include exile, my tears ricochet, and epiphany.
  78. Xanva
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Superb record. Folklore exhibits vulnerability as well as strength, it is sonically coherent and the lyricism is unmatched. Folklore may be one of this decade 's best release album.
  79. joshuat17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album was so good that it gave us a new flavor of Taylor! Kudos for making this only during quarantine season. JUST WOW!
  80. Mrswift97
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Very heartfelt album! Amazing for a surprise drop! Best album of the year, just give her the Grammy
  81. Osowito
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album of 2020 and probably one or the best Taylor’s albums. The lyricd, the music, the ambient, everything just sound perfect.
  82. kathery
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Demuestra la versatilidad de Taylor Swift e historias en sus letras, su voz es relajante. Ritmos fuera de lo que acostumbra hacer.
  83. KaceyOliveira
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor Álbum da Loirinha, surpreende em todos os aspectos! Amo muito a faixa "the 1", me lembra de coisas muito boas!
  84. Stephanieedv
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore es un álbum del que te enamoras la primera vez que lo escuchas y que lo amas más cada vez que lo volves a escuchar. En este álbum Taylor hizo arte, y expresa todo su talento como escritora, productora y obviamente como cantante. 10/10
  85. Maestaines
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Every song will hit you
    She knows her craft so well, QUEEN!!!
    I'm in love with this album.
  86. Fe-fray
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    É o melhor álbum de todos! Eu fico impressionado como ela sempre consegue se superar e trazer trabalhos tão grandiosos. Folklore está impecável, desde as letras profundas aos arranjos muito bem pensados. Uma verdadeira obra-prima!
  87. andrey05
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sus sonidos profundos que te hacen viajar a un lugar sin igual, su voz suave y que te transmite seguridad Es lo mejor
  88. Jack288
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album has been a long time coming in Taylor swift's career this is her magnum opus this is the album that will solidify her status as a legend
  89. Scottbloom
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Please stop making fanwar. Folklore, Chromatica, and Smile deserve to have 10/10 ❤️
  90. raelonline
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    É um bom álbum, porém confesso que estou acostumado com a Taylor do pop, então um trabalho de folk foi inicialmente estranho pra mim. Porém, amei diversas músicas do álbum, enquanto algumas não conseguiram me atrair muito.
  91. LeeMonDo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This brand new album, folklore has such an ethereal tunes, a breath of fresh air plus the aesthetics that really suit this unprecedented times of pandemic. Indeed, a folklore that is worthy to be passed 'em down 'til the next decade, century, generation, era and aeon. So lucky that we live in the same space time continuum. Massive thanks to you TAYLOR ALISON SWIFT!
  92. twisteddknife
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Swift goes another step further and decides to successfully change her sound with this new alternative album. This record is absolutely show stopping mostly due to the lyrical content, which is based off a story the singer created. What's so interesting about this story is that Swift makes the writing seem real and showcases raw emotions. Moving onto the production of the album, the artistSwift goes another step further and decides to successfully change her sound with this new alternative album. This record is absolutely show stopping mostly due to the lyrical content, which is based off a story the singer created. What's so interesting about this story is that Swift makes the writing seem real and showcases raw emotions. Moving onto the production of the album, the artist shows mostly ballad-like tracks like "cardigan", "hoax, "exile", etc. This indie sound makes the record sound more personal and deep. "folklore" is Swift's best album to date as it's the best album of the year.… Expand
  93. Angel54321
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. No hay duda que es el mejor el mejor álbum del año. Taylor es la industria de la música!!… Expand
  94. Maferech
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s the best album of the year for me!!! I loved it so much. All the lyrics are really meaningful for me... especially exile
  95. Fernando2410
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GRAN ALBUM! EXCELENTE TRABAJO EL DE TAYLOR! A SEGUIR APOYANDOOOOOOOO!!, ❤️❤️❤️❤️… Expand
  96. brudlim
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor swift always delivers excellent work! We cannot say the opposite ... She IS the music industry! Whether you accept it or not
  97. Mikelle
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This Album is an absolute work of art. The metaphors used, the story telling, and the production it is all just phenomenal. This just proves that Taylor Swift's one and only Competition is herself. Nobody is on her lane,no matter how much she lower her standards, her talent is undeniably overshadowing the simplicity of such certain genre making it even more appealing and rare. Her storyThis Album is an absolute work of art. The metaphors used, the story telling, and the production it is all just phenomenal. This just proves that Taylor Swift's one and only Competition is herself. Nobody is on her lane,no matter how much she lower her standards, her talent is undeniably overshadowing the simplicity of such certain genre making it even more appealing and rare. Her story telling in this album is incomparable, she's the one of the best writers that ever walked in this world once in a millennium.… Expand
  98. rubyday
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    masterful album. incredible both sonically and lyrically. an honest and raw masterpiece.
  99. henry1313
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best work to date. Some tracks aged pretty well and some aged then unaged. cardigan perfectly represents the essence of the album while august is an album highlight. The whole album feels a little bit proflix but still enjoyable.
  100. am13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the best album she’s ever done, every single track tells a story though her gorgeous songwriting
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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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