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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  2. Mixed: 241 out of 17537
  3. Negative: 1,473 out of 17537
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  1. jumarkve
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    best 2020 album....period !!!!!!!! there will be no further explanation.there will just be folklore
  2. Littlemosnter
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    O foco não é a criação de grandes refrões que fiquem presos na cabeça do ouvinte, mas sim a voz de Taylor, a instrumentação sublime e delicada e as histórias que a cantora nos apresenta.
  3. AGoodSoumaritan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing! She has outdone herself which I never thought was possible. She changed genres but still somehow managed to exceed expectations. This album makes me so emotional but so happy at the same time. It is one of her best, no doubt. All songs are masterpieces, the album doesn't have one skip. I'm in loveeeeeee.
  4. Heyitszab
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I really like this album. It has deeper meaning and the album is such a masterpiece!
  5. Gyovx
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    AOTY. No CAP. She truly outdid herself. The writer and not only, the artist of this century.
  6. Eddie680
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    one of my favorite albums released this year and my favorite by her. Every song feels so calm and well done. Epiphany, exile and Betty are definetly the best. Thank you Taylor for such an amazing album ♡
  7. MiaHoward
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    amazing album! perfect in every way, incredible lyrics and sound, stream folklore✨
  8. ConfessionYoshi
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    No offense but this album sounds heavily boring and overrated! I didn't expect it to be so lifeless, almost flat
  9. piercedarn
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Love it! The album has a very beautiful tone and vibe to it, and the lyrics and phenomenal. One of Swift's best work for sure.
  10. Dayvson84
    Aug 29, 2020
    5
    Um álbum com conceito muito interessante, letras impecável, melodia boa, porém a apesar do seu sucesso, será um dos poucos trabalho da Taylor " esquecível "
  11. Jale17
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Album too slow could do better. He could have written it much better at Cardigan.
  12. Sohailnasir
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is such a masterpiece! Taylor again shocked us all with her new album folklore ❤️
  13. Adrian_13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An absolute masterpiece! The lyrics! The storytelling! No other artist can do it like her!
  14. folklorep
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album is so beautifully constructed, beautifully written. taylor’s best and the most mature work overall!!! In my opinion it's the best album released this year.
  15. videoqames
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Top 5 in her discography. No, it's true, it's true. She really did that with this one. She mever disappoints.… Expand
  16. Streamsmile13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Truly a masterpiece. I don’t get how she can write so good lyrics. I want her to be a poet to be honest
  17. Sharanya13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a lyrical masterpiece. Sad yet beautiful. Easily the best work on Taylor Swift's career. Totally fallen in love with the first listen… Expand
  18. LilyDawson
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I will not discuss the details any further because there have been so many decent reviews from different perspectives available. Outstanding work, Ms. Swift. Simply outstanding.
  19. Jaganadithya
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's very deep. Fantastic lyricism. Its not for everyone. You may not like it eventually but slowly you will start to fall in love with this album.
  20. Kauancoelho
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Simple the best album of the year, a great transition of "Lover". I hope that win" AOTY"!!!
  21. Johnadamayag
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The Art
  22. sapoconchoclau
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    just a masterpiece, taylor is one of the best songwriters of our decade and it’s shown in the album, it’s just amazing and everybody should listen to it, at least once.
  23. tsworlddominati
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    definitely her best body of work since reputation, incredible storytelling, can’t wait to hear next music project
  24. lillyl
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this is an amazing, varied, heartfelt album that i really enjoyed and could listen to any day of the week. in my opinion “illicit affairs” and “august” are particularly good!
  25. katsuma
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album is so enchanting and beautifully odd! it is such a different yet good experience! I honestly couldn't listen to other music because this kind of music is really just my taste! I hope Taylor does more music like this!
  26. twinfiresigns
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is her best work yet. Right from the imagery to the storytelling, everything was perfect.
  27. Scottbloom
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Please stop making fanwar. Folklore, Chromatica, and Smile deserve to have 10/10 ❤️
  28. Pvn29
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album from taylor. I loved it so much it’s new and exciting. The lyrics and sound transport you to a different world
  29. bittimimi
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    I like the way Taylor connects to her fans through music. I can't imagine my life without her and her music
  30. Britt7894
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. Taylor at her best. Haven’t stopped listening since the release.
  31. Arkturus
    Aug 29, 2020
    9
    the 1 - 10
    cardigans - 8
    the last great American dynasty - 10
    exile (featuring bon iver) - 10
    my tears ricocbet - 10
    mirrorball - 7
    seven - 10
    august - 8
    this is me trying - 6
    illicite affairs - 9
    invisible string - 10
    mad woman - 10
    epiphany - 10
    betty - 9
    peace - 9
    hoax - 10
  32. nicayyxx
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Superb album. Can't stop listening to each of the song. I personally love "august".
  33. loveyoulikeidid
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I actually enjoyed this more than Lover, even though I know that’s likely to bring some heat! Very listenable, and full of bangers
  34. VicVitVi
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Enfim, o melhor album de Taylor desde o Red, talvez seja o melhor da sua carreira.
  35. Zacksh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    album of the year. the best album this year lyrically as we know taylor one of the best songwriters of our generation, a very beautiful story
  36. Ba_us
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Is is the best album from 2020 so far and it shows Taylor brilliant writing ability
  37. giahungtran
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece album, i really liked this album and my favourite songs are betty, the 1, exile, august, seven
  38. Minhn
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so much . Listen everyday. Great job Taylor i hope you can make more masterpiece like this.… Expand
  39. TylerWay
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album can’t stop listening to this album cardigan and August is the best !
  40. Mourize
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    My favorite album of the year
  41. JerrySy
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The singer-songwriter reaffirms her unrivaled musical versatility and lyrical virtuosity through this body of art. The album is a new direction for her, as she has not previously experimented with the folk indie genre. Yet the emotional depth, thematic complexity, and sonic cohesion are unmistakably Swift. “Folklore” attests to her greatness as an artist who always presents new andThe singer-songwriter reaffirms her unrivaled musical versatility and lyrical virtuosity through this body of art. The album is a new direction for her, as she has not previously experimented with the folk indie genre. Yet the emotional depth, thematic complexity, and sonic cohesion are unmistakably Swift. “Folklore” attests to her greatness as an artist who always presents new and interesting art for her audience, while maintaining her original soul in everything she does. It is why she has stood the test of time, and why she will undoubtedly continue to.… Expand
  42. AugustusFrank
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album as a whole is superb! The lyrics are all well chosen and beautiful. I can't help but fall in love over and over again with Taylor Swift! She's an epitome of a real artist. The music industry itself, Taylor Swift!
  43. Jonathan0112
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katyrats and little monsters trying to manipulate the Metacritic users scores but what the critic said was TRUE. Folklore is a lyrical and poetic masterpiece which express how swift felt during quarantine after after the success and stress and all those she has been through these years. An alternative indie album which isn’t aimed at any commercial success showed Taylor made this timelessKatyrats and little monsters trying to manipulate the Metacritic users scores but what the critic said was TRUE. Folklore is a lyrical and poetic masterpiece which express how swift felt during quarantine after after the success and stress and all those she has been through these years. An alternative indie album which isn’t aimed at any commercial success showed Taylor made this timeless classic for MUSIC not for results… Expand
  44. Tssss
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I love them- every single song in this album. It is amazing that i listen to all of them on the day they released and the lyrics are perfect. Thank you, Taylor for such a fantastic album.
  45. Fasanegeri
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Soothing. Relaxing. Calming. An album we never knew we needed in this chaotic situation.
  46. SamuelPedro
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling. Folklore just proves again what I know from Taylor by years, she is the greatest songwriter of our generation. Plus, I like her 'calm' songs.
  47. Limab88
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Álbum mais maduro de Taylor Swift, um forte candidato ao Grammy 2021
    Destaque para a faixa exile
  48. Rohan303
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album perfectly encapsulates the intricacies of life. The lyricism feels like it’s something straight out of Taylor Swift’s complex mind. I love how the album sounds so cohesive, Moreover I respect Taylor a whole lot more for being brave enough to change from pop to alternative. Folklore is arguably her most mature album to date. It’s perfect!
  49. musicexplorer
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor shows herself another side of herself with this alternative perfection.
  50. AndreFerreyra
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The Pop Titan. Taydiosa. Folklore is definitely my new favorite Taylor's album, after Reputation. Folklore is different, each song transmits a story which you can identify yourself. Broken hearts, this is your album
  51. LesterDan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her most cohesive work up to date. Will surely win The Album of the year award if the Grammys will be fair.
  52. sonbui
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The most Beautiful & genuine Album of 2020. Taylor Swift has shown that she not only can play whatever genre of music she likes but also puts all her love, emotions and soul in every song - every masterpiece she writes. That makes her the artist of the decade.
  53. Jacky13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    a masterpiece I have ever heard.I love it so much. now I'm her fan.taylorgod save me
  54. ladyamericana13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Served, amazing, phenomenal, never done before. The perfect fall/rainy day album. One of my favorites. Would recommend listening to it at 2 A.M.
  55. HannaMarin
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift really surprise the world with this amazing album. The album really touches the hearts of her fans. And Taylor shows that her compositions are one of the Best thing in the world.
  56. benisajoke
    Aug 29, 2020
    7
    Wonderful album, a wise move from Taylor Swift 2019's Lover. Some few tracks are fortunately skips and forgettable.
    7/10
  57. Loverofhuman
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Lyrically genius and she overwhelmed listener with excitement and stories.
  58. Kayzziex
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Some tracks are cute to listen once or twice, but can't finish the album listening all together.
  59. jackqq
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece. Periodt. She is genius indeed, she always released topnotch lyrics and relatable songs.
  60. mikilbbh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    talented , brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it
  61. angeluslovell
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this album is superb, the melody is so calming, you can't hide the fact that the lyrics are stitched carefully, the album itself is an art
  62. Jingou
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is clam,charming ,beautiful ,nostalgia .Especially the lyrics are outstanding.This album prove taylor is one of the greatest song writer of our generation.I know she is a great song writer since Fearless.The outstanding tracks are the1,cardigan,exile,the last great american dynasty ,MTR,seven:august ,seven,mirrorball,betty,this is me trying,mad woman ,illicit affairs ,hoax,peaceThis album is clam,charming ,beautiful ,nostalgia .Especially the lyrics are outstanding.This album prove taylor is one of the greatest song writer of our generation.I know she is a great song writer since Fearless.The outstanding tracks are the1,cardigan,exile,the last great american dynasty ,MTR,seven:august ,seven,mirrorball,betty,this is me trying,mad woman ,illicit affairs ,hoax,peace ,epiphany,the lakes and invisible string.And this album perfect fall album so i can't wait to listen it in fall.… Expand
  63. donjuanluiz
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is another proof that Taylor is creating art and not typical, bland, pop music.… Expand
  64. Nicole11111
    Aug 29, 2020
    1
    not the best album.
  65. marlofasia
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Aside from the mellow harmonies and soft instrumentals, Taylor's latest work delivered cohesive masterpieces mostly due to her brilliant storytelling and lyricism and the beautifully soothing voice that brings them to life.
  66. taexile
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    love the album from the start to finish! it's a lyrical, poetic masterpiece with a cohesive production throughout the album!
  67. NewRomantic
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore is the only thing getting me though these endless months of online classes, working from home and not seeing anyone ever
  68. Pampsukka
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Since negative numbers are not allowed, giving a 0. Folklore? More like Flopbore. Boring, dull, flat. The artist singing off-key. Yeah this album is a big no.… Expand
  69. zackhack
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift once again proved that she is the best songwriter in her generation. She is one of the rare artists who just released an album just like breathing in spite of the possibilities that might flop but she proved once again that whatever genre she used, many people will love and still relate to it. She is indeed the music industry. She never flopped. Periodt.… Expand
  70. Ledjolee
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album with a lot of impressive lyrics and melodies that feel like a warm blanket of nostalgia.… Expand
  71. tanvi45
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    one of taylor’s best album. the songs are just so comforting in a way and her vocals are immaculate!
  72. mrchromatica
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Her most boring album. Trying to be an indie artist, and it looks embarrassing at this moment. Stream Chromatica for clear skin
  73. thanhchau
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album this year so far. 16 songs are 16 different shades of emotion and Taylor had made them into masterpieces within 3 months of writing. The album deserves the acclaim from critics.
  74. countjulin
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor never disappoints! I’m so proud of this girl. Her mind is so creative and she’s the sweetest person.
  75. DariaPu
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Simply album of the year if not album of the decade! If she doesn’t get any Grammys for it I’m suing
  76. Hatcavi
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It is a masterpiece of Summer. The moment she opens with Cardigan, and others tracks, they mix together. It is also her very first alv song, but so great!!!! Listen it or u r missing smt really important
  77. taylormoments13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Hands down Taylor’s best album, the lyrics are absolutely incredible and you can tell she poured her heart and soul into folklore.
  78. moewolf233
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is my favorite Taylor Swift album so far. She proved herself a lyrical genius by writing this album.
    She is so calm and has become a grown woman now, not like the little girl that trapped in drama years ago. Good for her.
  79. 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!
  80. dmvsh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    immaculate. exceptional. amazing. show-stopping. jaw-dropping. wonderful. nostalgic. impeccable. flawless. perfect. one-of-a-kind. poetic. peak of artistry. the most Taylor Swift album ever, although it's nothing like any of her past works.
  81. Taylord123
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Lyrical masterpiece A moment in history that will never be forgotten The talent shown in this art is Beyond
  82. annviloria
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is Taylor Swift best album of all time! It keeps breaking records! She deserves all good ratings and this album Folklore deserves awards!… Expand
  83. Seants13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore isn't just an album, it's a lifestyle, a breath of fresh air, a escape from the stresses of real life. it's a gift, it's art, it's a smile from your lover, it's a kiss of life, it's the beauty of fall leaves, it's every small joy bottled up.
  84. Shivam622
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    If this is not masterpiece. I don't know what will be.

    The songs are absolutely incredible. Taylor is legend.
  85. pukimegs
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums. No doubt. The entire mood of the album sets the tone well for the pandemic COVID-19.
  86. Rai_007
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    One of best albums this far, I was a reputation stan but Taylor has converted me into a folklore stan with this album.
  87. Mairifiona
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    A beautiful change of genre which Lover hinted was possible, but could never have been predicted. Her songwriter reigns supreme and is complimented by gently curated melodies and lilting accompaniments. It encompasses heady, hazy summer feelings, and the cosiness of a candlelit cabin in a fairy forest, without losing her sharp wit or feminist focus. A dream.
  88. WallaceMorais
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum of The year!!! Taylor Swift did it. Amazing Songs. An adult and emotional album that captivates everyone who listens
  89. Aristeu
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Um álbum magnífico,lindo e glorioso que remete a nostalgia de uma grande história de época,eu amei e não consigo parar de ouvir.Taylor Swift transcendeu,se superou mais um vez,merece todo o reconhecimento.
  90. Pinto345
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a brilliantly written masterpiece. The lyrics, melodies, and her songwriting are superior and the album really shows the feelings and situations of the current world very vividly. It's very impressive that she's still able to deliver such a work of art in a short period of time and manage to suprise all of us 14 years into her career. Well done, Miss Taylor.
  91. TTNN
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is absolutely a masterpiece in the music industry. I love the way Taylor use lots of fancy words in her songs and how the lyrics dancing in my head
  92. ixionLetMeluvU
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Truly soothing to hear Ms. Swift with this album. I am grateful everyday to even hear all of these masterpieces inside this album. Thank you, Ms. Swift
  93. HeinMinn
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This Album is Taylor's best album ever.
    She deserve Album of the year at grammy.
    August is my favourite song track.
    She id my inspiration.
  94. decayedtrees
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is perfect!!!
    the vocal and the production are so amazing.
    i love it so much    … Expand
  95. kuscorpio
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece , every song is so good . And as always , the lyrics is what Taylor famous for !
  96. peggy144926
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore is something I can always listen to when I feel down…So grateful that Taylor released the album in this painful year
  97. Lalabo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore album gives us a peace of mind and calm down our hearts. This album gives me so much love and it helps with my depression and anxiety, I am so glad that Taylor Swift was able to produce such good music during quarantine, this album helps me so much better. This album deserves appreciation for saving me from sadness. I am currently experiencing anxiety and stress because of what'sFolklore album gives us a peace of mind and calm down our hearts. This album gives me so much love and it helps with my depression and anxiety, I am so glad that Taylor Swift was able to produce such good music during quarantine, this album helps me so much better. This album deserves appreciation for saving me from sadness. I am currently experiencing anxiety and stress because of what's happening in the world right now. Folklore is a masterpiece that deserves all praises. Thank you!… Expand
  98. Maliana
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album released this century I can see this album living forever and adds yet another monumental legacy for Taylor Swift
  99. Johnzqb007
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. GREAT album of ALL Time. Periodt！
    Appreciate to see her grown & unpredictable！    … Expand
  100. linhchiphan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album likes an adventure. It takes from this feeling to another feeling. Sad, happiness, regretful and forgiven.
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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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