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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  3. Negative: 1,473 out of 17537
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  1. venditts
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    On 7/24 an angel came down from heaven to bless us all and that angel is taylor Alison Swift
  2. Vicrsa
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Perfect!! It feels like heaven, it's like listening to a warm hug. Thank you so much for this, Taylor.
  3. jademaciel
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums I have ever listened to, and definitely Taylor Swift's best work to date. Amazing
  4. afiasonicthehll
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE BEST ALBUM PRODUCED BY TAYLOR SWIFT. THIS ALBUM DESERVES ALBUM OF THE YEAR, OR SHOULD I SAY ALBUM OF THE DECADE? … Expand
  5. Heeyitshenri
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift show us a new type of music and a new territory for herself. Folklore is the best album of the year until now.… Expand
  6. LUZERO
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor album de Taylor Swift. SE VE TODO SU ESFUERZO. SALUDOS DESDE ARGENTINA.
  7. LUCIDDREAM4444
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing Album with Amazing Lyrics and vocals. This is one the best Alternative Album ever… Expand
  8. Vicrycembel
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    SIMPLESMENTE magnífico. Taylor consegue nos entregar um álbum maduro, melodias diferentes, composições criativas.
  9. haileyoliveira1
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS PERFECT!! Her mind is so genius and the lyrics are so beautifully pieced together.
  10. giuliabee
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    I don’t care what anyone else says, as of right now this objectively deserves ALBUM OF THE YEAR.
  11. sarahleverett17
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The artistry and lyricism is unmatched. This album has reached down into my soul and tugged every string it could find. This is a unique album for Ms Swift. The storytelling is wonderfully done. Truly magical.
  12. Paulagonxalves
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    PORT/ BR Um álbum incrível de um jeito diferente, quando você escuta alguma música pode relacionar a sua vida,em Folklore você escuta as histórias da música como se estivesse lendo um romance.
  13. Valbiie
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Taylor foi muito perspicaz. Parabéns loirinha mais uma vez você faaaaaz tudooooh.
  14. Davideamon
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    She took over country.
    She took over pop.
    Now she has just took over alternative music in the most elegant way possible with this beautiful, mature collection of storytelling tracks. This is her sergeant peppers!
  15. nicklodeon
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    folklore is the best albums of world. incredibly great!!! congratulations taytay, we love you
  16. laozixiong
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Absolutely brilliant album — the maximalist genius of Taylor shines through.
  17. ronaldohero
    Jul 27, 2020
    0
    Not impressive at all. Dull album every song is similar, no creativity, not good at all
  18. HcrabM
    Jul 27, 2020
    9
    1. mad woman
    2. the 1
    3. seven 4. invisible string 5. the last great american dynasty 6. betty 7. cardigan 8. peace 9. hoax 10. exile (feat. Bon Iver) 11. mirrorball 12. illicit affairs 13. august 14. my tears ricochet 15. this is me trying 16. epiphany This album is a very cohesive body of work. Fokelore focuses both on fictional narratives as well as real stories from taylor’s past to    1. mad woman
    2. the 1
    3. seven
    4. invisible string
    5. the last great american dynasty
    6. betty
    7. cardigan
    8. peace
    9. hoax
    10. exile (feat. Bon Iver)
    11. mirrorball
    12. illicit affairs
    13. august
    14. my tears ricochet
    15. this is me trying
    16. epiphany
    This album is a very cohesive body of work. Fokelore focuses both on fictional narratives as well as real stories from taylor’s past to make a story based experience. There are several songs that seem to connect on themes, and like most taylor swift albums, there is a lot to uncover with her lyrics if you so choose. In all this album, while in some places is slow, is a great album to experience for its chill production and sad, beautiful, and mysterious lyrics.    … Expand
  19. Daphnehry
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    best album Taylor ever made
  20. Said000
    Jul 27, 2020
    0
    Good lyrics but the sound is boring with not unique sound and not that great production it's deserve more than 0 but I was really going to it with high hopes because of the rating but it's kind overrated
  21. theosantiago
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Every single lyrics of this album is incredible. Taylor is the best lyricist of all time.
  22. unitedforever
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful album - lyrically stunning! Best track - the "love triangle trilogy" (Cardigan, August, Betty), Invisible Strings, Mirrorball, the 1, Seven.

    Taylor showing her true versatility, a third major genre she has moved into (after country and pop) and proving she excels in each.
  23. Divyasree
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The album is not something Ms.Swift has done before..But the concept of switching genres is not unfamiliar to the singer..it's sonically cohesive and beautiful made...the lower case words and beautifully carved lyrics throughout the album make you drive through a whole range of emotions without the need of difference in one's wavelength...it's whimsical , cathartic and the emphasis itThe album is not something Ms.Swift has done before..But the concept of switching genres is not unfamiliar to the singer..it's sonically cohesive and beautiful made...the lower case words and beautifully carved lyrics throughout the album make you drive through a whole range of emotions without the need of difference in one's wavelength...it's whimsical , cathartic and the emphasis it gives to the lyrics is very wonderful.… Expand
  24. fabiolap
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    this is the best album Taylor Swift ever made in her life! i felt so sad listening to it but at the same time so happy.. thank you for this masterpiece, taylor
  25. Amelie123
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The best album I heard in a long time. I am floored. The storytelling is exceptional and it feels like watching short movies. There are so many layers to each song. She outdid herself.
  26. theeee
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is different than the recent albums of Taylor. I love how she expands herself in a peculiar way which is so amazing because she always puts her heart and soul to it. No wonder why i was with her from FEARLESS TO FOLKLORE and to the next album of her. She is a Legend.… Expand
  27. srunhak
    Jul 27, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good album sound fresh iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii… Expand
  28. Templodeathena
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album ever created, 16 beautiful and amazing emotional and perfect orchested songs
    She probed one more time why she is the music industry herself, she is the most talented and extraordinary artist of our generation. She has no limits. Every single song is a whole new story, tell by her in the best possible way. Is sublime and I can’t stop listening to it.    … Expand
  29. daniellfendi
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    We all should appreciate how precious her writing skills are.. the way she delivers stories through songs in this album is just perfection.. Might be her best album yet.. Congrats Miss Americana, you did it again!
  30. 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!
  31. strbiclexual
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    If you liked her albums Speak Now and Red, you'll absolutely love folklore. definitely one my favourite albums by taylor. she is a lyrical mastermind, every song on this album made me feel so much, sadness, heartbreak. you name it. gives me chills every time. incredible. taylor swift outsold and I love her. stream folklore!
  32. Souvik
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    AMAZING, TAYLOR SWIFT IS PHENOMENAL. Shifting genres constantly, challenging herself consistently and still performing excellently. I was blown away. I didnt looove all the songs but some particular songs are like the things I've always wanted but never known.
  33. erentuf9
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Perfect album that showcases Swift's strongest aspect: storytelling. "folklore" contains some of her best work with songs like "seven", "mirrorball", and "betty".
  34. Nenablog89
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Simplemente hermoso álbum
  35. zhangzihao
    Jul 27, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its definitely one of the worst album she made. Exile is the most worthy of listening… Expand
  36. Sofiaaaram
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    TS is the most incredible songwriter in the world, i love her and i love folklore
  37. andrewwyz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    a pleasant surprise for a laid back or reflective day for anyone who loves old taylor
  38. Madamewitch
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. If you've listen to Taylor from her debut album 'Taylor Swift' to 'folklore', you'll see how well she developed as an artist, a lyricists and as well as a human.♥️
  39. wiinmetawin
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Timeless classic. She proved that she can transcend from the generation of genre with her prowess songwriting ability. The best album of 2020 so far.… Expand
  40. Omarterjmen
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album has one of the best lyrics of this era , loved the instrumental, the fictional characters....
  41. IvanTCampos
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    I continue to be baffled by how good this is. Taylor has done it again with an impeccable album.
  42. Albreview
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Lyrically more complex than anything she’s done before. She has once again reinvented herself and changed up her sound - for the better. Best album of the year so far.
  43. Osvaldo8289
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplismente perfeito.
    Um dos melhores albuns dela se não o melhor.
    Nesse album ela mostrou o quão poderosa e versátil ela é.
  44. Mumbichishimba
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor's best album (lyrically, sonically, production wise). With folklore Taylor Swift proves that she one of the greatest song writer. Congrats Taylor
  45. Harperimie
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album, without doubt, has ascertained her undebatable talents in songwriting and storytelling. Moreover, it depicts a totally new vibe and theme that hardly can we witness from her earlier records which i can assure that it wouldnt be a waste of time listening to this brand new Taylor Swift’s work.
  46. Eduardo13ts
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The Best Song From This Album: the 1, exile, the last great american dynasty, cardigan, This is me trying, august and hoxe.
  47. claraqq
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. totalmente perfeito...................................................................................… Expand
  48. Shiny29
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    The most mature album by Taylor Swift ever. The production is dream like, her vocals are soothing and the showstopper is, of course, her ingenious songwriting.
  49. RyanMarzan126
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album is a totally the best. It shows the maturity of Taylor's music and her creative songwriting skills with the accompanied by the best music producers, writers, and collaborators.
  50. richreloza22
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Swift's best album so far. It contains bittersweet love songs that tells stories which can easily pop up into your minds. She can paint an art inside your soul that touches your heart. With this, i call Swift one of the best songwriters of all time.
  51. catscookirs
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Awesome lyrics, great unique vibe, unlike other albums. I like that the album photography matches the vibe of the music well & hope the same will go for other mv and performances
  52. shovellyjoe
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This albums is the epitome of the Taylor Swift sound. Personally, I see this as Swift at best. Her vocals are soothing thus so fitting on the overall theme the album's trying to convey. Swift had been able to master control her voice. Her lyricism and how the poetry is delivered throughout the album is superb and consistent. TAYLOR SWIFT IS THE MUSIC INDISTRY. PERIOD.
  53. aoscakos
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    taylor swift, is really making history with this climate of escapism.
    We are in a historic moment thanks to a bat, and that is why we are cloistered / isolated, needing to remember that loneliness is not our friend but the time to take care and heal ourselves.
    Thanks to Taylor we can have a soundtrack for that.
  54. LYC04
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    I love this album,it shows taylor's outstanding creative ability.I think it's taylor's best album.Circulating.
  55. Patrickwilde
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    there is nothing I repeat nothing like it the growth the execution of the stories
  56. victorrolim
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Music good! Taylor’s writing is impeccable, powerful and extremely sensitive.
  57. SouthMaidey
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Literally a fuc***g Masterpiece, this is a work of art and that's a PERIODT.
  58. AlgrenDola
    Jul 27, 2020
    3
    First half is great but the rest is getting quite boring. It doesn't have a proper lead single, but I understand 'cause it was a surprise album.
  59. Swiftlore
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Her whole album was surprisingly mind-blowingggg. I just cant explain. I totally love it!!!
  60. Taha135679
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Best album everrrrr.............................................................xiskkdjsjd.
  61. NilabhBharadwaj
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A lyrical and Vocal masterpiece!
    A cohesive body of work, highlighting the exceptional lyricism of Taylor. The smooth vocals are no less than a therapy session
  62. poulam1
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Sonically cohesive, Matured Lyrics, you just cant stop listening to this album. Her best work till date.
  63. alexnez
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing, showstopping, never before seen

    but fr i’ve loved taylor her entire career and this is such a different sound i love it    … Expand
  64. Karena10
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de Taylor Swift; es la recopilación de todo el conocimiento obtenido durante lo que lleva de su carrera, consagradose como una de las mejores escritoras y compositora de nuestra época. Una experiencia sublime
  65. Vcram
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift the writer in her is Always on point but this around her voice is angelic Seven ,Betty ,Mirror ball are just an explanation how her voice can range ..she is music industry I repeat she is music industry
  66. manika
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album is unbelievably sonically cohesive yet so not boring!! the tracklist is absolutely perfectly assigned.
  67. Ssdske13
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    O álbum traz uma faixa mais tranquila que a outra e acaba deixando essa sensação em quem ouve do começo ao fim, provavelmente irá voltar em CARDIGAN ou EXILE para um mais ter mais um pouco a experiência de que o álbum oferece.
  68. 13burcu13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. folklore is awesome, i love it. My favorite album was reputation, but now my favorite album is folklore.… Expand
  69. fabromance1
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    maior que muito, que sabor incrível recomendo hein enfim ela e a patroa e nada mais importa amore!
  70. aclassaparth
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A lyrical masterpiece. folklore  has my entire heart. taylorswift has done something most artists can’t even dream of, an album with no contemporary references, striking symbolism, songwriting only comparable to literature at this point and vocals that are beautiful. Pure excellence.
  71. Jbp04
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
  72. CiRsa
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Taylor hits it out of the park with this one. This is her best album to date.
  73. aaedenn
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is just pure perfection. Taylor has an amazing skill of storytelling and just like all 7 of her previous albums, she showed that talent. She shows her versatility in this album as she has before when she made the switch to country to pop and now writing an Indie/Folk album.
  74. akhsak
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Just when you think Taylor Swift cannot outdo herself... she did it once again! This album is beautiful and I can't help but listen to it over and over again.
  75. anushka13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Its one of the most aesthetically pleasing album. U can just listen to it and be transported to a world full of imagination.
  76. sashailm13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. all the songs from this album are great! best album for 2020! my favorite song cardigan! Love you Taylor ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤… Expand
  77. jayTee04
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Folklore is for people who listen to lyrics! A fascinating piece of art by the incredible Taylor Swift that is literally mesmerizing to hear. The melodies, tunes, and references are on point and heart touching. Tay welcoming the new "Alternative" genre and nailing it like a boss! Yes, Taylor Swift is the real QUEEN. Perfection and classiness with pure melancholy of emotions!
  78. templedzy
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is outstanding, wonderful and fantasy. You need to listening over and over again, then you will know what does taylor want to say, taylor is so talented.… Expand
  79. Yubram_03
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
  80. Ljslzr
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    A 10 for a succesful attemt on switching genres, an amazing wordplay and good stories
  81. Thienduy
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    The album is perfect . All songs are so great . I love it , Taylor is the best songwriter and singer
  82. madomatt
    Jul 26, 2020
    0
    Maybe the best album since Red the best part on the album bon iver and the production but kanye made that girl famous
  83. blndtnm
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    all that i can say is that... this album is a masterpiece and this is taylor swift's best album, and that's on PERIODT.
  84. Ne1102
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's best of the best. Must-listen: track 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  85. Will161203
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Can't believe that the same person who wrote music like shake it off and look what you made me do could make this crazy revolution of music genres in just a few years and make a lot of good song melodically and lyrically in this beautifully produced album!
  86. alanarebecca
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    There's so much light and affection in every line Taylor writes. It makes people feel what she's feeling, and somehow that's everything. It turns out that it might be one of her greatest albums. the storyline that flows through the tracks tells a lot about Swift's storytelling skills wich basically puts herself into a brilliant baseline. "folklore" is a masterpiece like no one has everThere's so much light and affection in every line Taylor writes. It makes people feel what she's feeling, and somehow that's everything. It turns out that it might be one of her greatest albums. the storyline that flows through the tracks tells a lot about Swift's storytelling skills wich basically puts herself into a brilliant baseline. "folklore" is a masterpiece like no one has ever made before. The melody rhythmicity makes every track unique and beautifully designed to listen to. I hope she can see her own magnificent potential.… Expand
  87. Senorferris
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Folklore is probably the best Taylor Swift album in production and story telling. She literally jumped from one genre from other one and still does such a good job. It’s a masterpiece. My favorite are mirrorball/exile/August/cardigan/the1
  88. dwindlinghoax
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    It's astonishing to see how diverse and wide Taylor's range is when it comes to genres. We've seen her gracefully shift from country to pop once and now she's done it again. Never expected her to drop an alternative album. Now about the album, I personally think folklore showcased Taylor's songwriting skills the best. Not only that, the absence of an upbeat production makes her vocalsIt's astonishing to see how diverse and wide Taylor's range is when it comes to genres. We've seen her gracefully shift from country to pop once and now she's done it again. Never expected her to drop an alternative album. Now about the album, I personally think folklore showcased Taylor's songwriting skills the best. Not only that, the absence of an upbeat production makes her vocals shine through. She has always been a great storyteller. Her lyrics, extremely personal & specific or vague & anonymous, allow the listeners to paint a picture in their heads. It's been quite a long time since I've heard an album that was lyrically this strong. Definitely a 10/10.… Expand
  89. MathLoverRep
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Very good!!! This album expresses the most intimate feelings that many have, but do not show.
  90. Zweeran
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift surprise-released an entire album but to no one’s surprise is another triumph - just like any other thing she does, no matter how new it is - even exceeding the quality that she’s ever done before. A record that sounds like Taylor Swift but doesn’t sound like Taylor Swift at the same time, folklore is Taylor Swift’s best album to date.
  91. Juanpa_dgreiff
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum muy atrevido por parte de la artista, se presenta un concepto diferente a lo que la artista ya habitualmente traía, es un álbum muy personal que nos trae las letras más poéticas y representativas de toda su carrera, se dejó llevar por un genero diferente a pesar de su pasado pop. Se reconoce la madurez tanto de las letras como de los ritmos que implementa en el álbum, ya queEs un álbum muy atrevido por parte de la artista, se presenta un concepto diferente a lo que la artista ya habitualmente traía, es un álbum muy personal que nos trae las letras más poéticas y representativas de toda su carrera, se dejó llevar por un genero diferente a pesar de su pasado pop. Se reconoce la madurez tanto de las letras como de los ritmos que implementa en el álbum, ya que estas dos unidas representan totalmente lo que quiere transmitir la artista. Excelente… Expand
  92. dazzlinghaze
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    A mind-blowing, a masterpiece, easily now my stan album replacing Speak Now, this has been the Taylor Swift album that all I ever wanted. My 2020 has been saved.
  93. Trentezephyr
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Oneof her finest albums made yet. Finally outsold Reputation, but by a fine margin.
  94. AltLover
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SONICALLY COHESIVE! HER BEST ALBUM!! Mediocre minds just can't accept this kind of music genre!… Expand
  95. Mvenus
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Um álbum perfeitamente coerente e uma mudança bem vinda na sonoridade notória dos últimos trabalhos da artista.
  96. Prismaticjp
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love it it’s so different an unique from her is one of her best albums might be the best is a masterpiece so good she saved 2020… Expand
  97. Karyme6781
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! Each song tells its own story and she proves yet again how amazing of a songwriter she is! Definitely one of my new favorite albums from taylor
  98. marceloricieli
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This is the most authentic side of Swift. It's clear that since 2006, when she starts playing guitar and melodies with her piano she already wanted to express herself and what she had to say, and that's what she did with this album. We see here a complete transition from pop to a new type of song based on everything she learned with music, passing by country, pop and turning everythingThis is the most authentic side of Swift. It's clear that since 2006, when she starts playing guitar and melodies with her piano she already wanted to express herself and what she had to say, and that's what she did with this album. We see here a complete transition from pop to a new type of song based on everything she learned with music, passing by country, pop and turning everything into a glitch folk wonderful job.… Expand
  99. wedfortrue
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Folklore drew stars around my scars, and now I’m healing. Thank you Taylor for bringing us this surprised album.
  100. Aramaciel15
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best álbum of Taylor Swift.An engaging story of deception told in 3 different perspectives. The bed that was needed in this storm. Swift's best album because it's all she knows how to do, tell attractive stories Through vank… Expand
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#13 Best Album of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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Metascore
88

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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