folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. SofiaGonzalez13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    El album es Todo lo que se puede desear, es un medio de comunicación de la artista que aprovecha Al maximo y nos deja ver Todo lo que time por decor
  2. adunn17
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is easily Taylor's best album. Her most creative and lyrically complex piece yet and it's the album I always wanted and always knew she could make.
  3. Winicius
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum é maravilhoso, estou amando o alcance intelectual que traz das profundezas da natureza… Expand
  4. allycrcar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift did it again, it's such a masterpiece! As always, she doesn't disappoint.
  5. paulomessias
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Perfect for listening while working or studying at home during the Covid-19 social isolation. The production creates an enviroment of intimacy and calmness for the listener. Taylor gaves us something that helps going through the anxiety and stress of this pandemic.
  6. Abdulilah
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Best album released thia year dhhdjdjdjsjsjsjsjsisjjsusjsiisjsjsudissjjsisijsjs
  7. taassfish
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The most beautiful work Taylor has ever created! I really enjoy her changing styles in each album. I hope next one is Rock
  8. rhettparker
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a complete masterpiece. I wasn’t sure what route Taylor would go after Lover, and I am so pleasantly surprised. Every single song tells a beautiful story, all in correlation to each other. Taylor brought back the kind of sound we haven’t heard since the 90s. The presence of Taylor’s singer/songwriter, 70s-esque uniqueness was very much needed in 2020. This album gives me CaroleFolklore is a complete masterpiece. I wasn’t sure what route Taylor would go after Lover, and I am so pleasantly surprised. Every single song tells a beautiful story, all in correlation to each other. Taylor brought back the kind of sound we haven’t heard since the 90s. The presence of Taylor’s singer/songwriter, 70s-esque uniqueness was very much needed in 2020. This album gives me Carole King. It gives me The Cranberries. It gives me Fiona Apple, and even a bit of Sixpence None the Richer. Folklore is a a fantastic album and is definitely worth the listen.… Expand
  9. igorrx
    Jul 25, 2020
    2
    Taylor Swift tried to rescue her country's influences that had been out of date for years. In an album with so many versions, it is impossible to deny the influence on Lady Gaga's album, Joanne. In the moment of a pandemic all we don't want is to listen to this album and cry again. More of the same, boring and uninteresting.
  10. Mathkp
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album since Red .. a masterpiece and make the best songwriting of this generation… Expand
  11. folkHoe13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I stan her from the RED era. I'm so glad that we get to see her differently in each album and with so much growth. Folklore deserves to win every award it gets nominated for. Every song on this album has a deep meaning and metaphoric detail that makes it so special. The trinity of the love triangle; writing songs from three peoples perspective is really hard and Taylor did that flawlessly.I stan her from the RED era. I'm so glad that we get to see her differently in each album and with so much growth. Folklore deserves to win every award it gets nominated for. Every song on this album has a deep meaning and metaphoric detail that makes it so special. The trinity of the love triangle; writing songs from three peoples perspective is really hard and Taylor did that flawlessly. Undoubtedly the best songwriter of our generation.… Expand
  12. imsoreborn
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I'm a Kanye fan, but I recognize talent when I see it. Taylor is undeniably talented in her songwriting, business acumen, and singing. This is Taylor at her finest--the style complements her songwriting skills beautifully. folklore is cohesive yet diverse, especially for an alternative, raw album.

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

    It most likely won't outsell 1989, which had wild numbers, but this is her magnus opus. She's proven that she can sell and create #1 albums (this might be her seventh consecutive one), and she no longer has to prove herself. folklore is Taylor at her finest, and I'm happy that she was able to create and release this without worrying about sales. Taylor is a true artist, and folklore is true art    … Expand
  13. AJYare_Ph
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is her best album that came after “Red” wayback 8 years ago. The genre, the melodies, the undying euphoric stories behind every poetic lyrics brings us back to her “Safe and Sound” era that clearly defines the situation on what is happening right now. There’s no better way to express this rough times like this album. It’s sad, beautiful yet tragic and almost euphoric all at the sameThis is her best album that came after “Red” wayback 8 years ago. The genre, the melodies, the undying euphoric stories behind every poetic lyrics brings us back to her “Safe and Sound” era that clearly defines the situation on what is happening right now. There’s no better way to express this rough times like this album. It’s sad, beautiful yet tragic and almost euphoric all at the same time.… Expand
  14. Fatimah123
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylegend had done it again, album of the year. amazing lyrics, amazing production, amazing sounds. taylor swift is the best songwriter of this generation. .
  15. libbyp13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful. This album is so unlike her previous work; the songs are subdued, yet emotionally charged. They create descriptive narratives that get more complex and intriguing the more you listen. The nostalgic themes of folklore are ones that will last through decades and eras and are eternalized in their relatability, timelessness, and evocative nature. My fave TS album to date :)
  16. ShyanneDepriest
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    In her surprise album, folklore, Taylor Swift once again shifts her musical style. While addressing her fans on her reputation Stadium Tour, Swift admitted that she feels comfortable switching up her production style because her lyrics are what matter to people. In folklore, she certain leans into that idea. The album is lyrically centered with soft instrumentals that let Swift’s vocalsIn her surprise album, folklore, Taylor Swift once again shifts her musical style. While addressing her fans on her reputation Stadium Tour, Swift admitted that she feels comfortable switching up her production style because her lyrics are what matter to people. In folklore, she certain leans into that idea. The album is lyrically centered with soft instrumentals that let Swift’s vocals shine center stage. A sonically cohesive album, folklore is relaxing and beautiful. The lyrics are haunting, tragic, and imaginative. When the final track, hoax, ends, it does not feel like the end track of an album but the end of chapter 16 in a book you wish would not end.… Expand
  17. JG1993
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I can not begin to list all of the incredible things about this album. It is soft and subtle yet it has an extreme impact that will leave you speechless.
  18. jekyyyl
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    We cannot expect less from TS! I felt listening an audio book, involved in the story of Betty, James and Inés, her lyrics to Joe, the visiting in her childhood memories in "seven" (my favourite so far)... I'm speechless!
    Sometimes an artist need to breathe under its art and let their best come out. Thank you for this allay in such hard time.
  19. george_myl
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    Amazing album.Love the whole storytelling theme! Her lyric-writing has reached its peak in this album.The production is also very good! Songs exude emotion!August and cardigan are simply masterpieces
  20. florcorrea
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing. Swift is probably the only artist at the moment who is able to write a new album almost all by herself (as usual) in only a few months and with a style she's never done before; and get as a result something beautiful that will be cherished by millions. The storytelling fits perfectly with the lyrics and the aesthetic chosen by the artist. This album, and Swift's wholeSimply amazing. Swift is probably the only artist at the moment who is able to write a new album almost all by herself (as usual) in only a few months and with a style she's never done before; and get as a result something beautiful that will be cherished by millions. The storytelling fits perfectly with the lyrics and the aesthetic chosen by the artist. This album, and Swift's whole career in general, is exactly what you expect from someone who was given the award of "Artist of the Decade".… Expand
  21. infsnowprincess
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    it’s really good. i really enjoyed it! she went from country, to pop, to alternative, and that’s really cool. she’s great at all genres. the song betty is absolutely lovely
  22. Jarpad13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    O MELHOR ALBUM DE 2020 E ACABOU TAYLOR SWIFT ENTREGOU CONCEITO, COESÃO E ACLAMAÇÃO COM O FOLKLORE E QUE VENHA ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  23. DOZPAR
    Jul 25, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un trabajo maduro, se nota que es sincero y está lleno de nostalgia.
    Es bueno.    … Expand
  24. thejonasworld
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    HER BEST WORK!!! LOVE TAYLOR SO MUCH.
    SE LA RIFO COMPLETAMENTE CON ESTE NUEVO ÁLBUM
  25. jpnetto
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I really loved this album, I am completely in love with its lyrics. Your sound has brought me peace in the last days
  26. VictorMRT
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amaizing sounds and vocals. Sounds never heard before from Taylor. Its a beutiful reflection from her private life.… Expand
  27. Yahisas
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum lleno de canciones tan profundas, dejando a lado que ninguna canción es movida, es uno de los mejores álbumes de Taylor se nota la madurez y poder que tiene.
  28. patibarao
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The firsts eras are back, with more freedoom and a lot of stories. A lot of teorys... my favourites at the moment are "Mirrorball" and "Betty". The "cheating trilogy" really need to become a Netflix series.… Expand
  29. Amadeu2022
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    We always expect the best from you Taylor and when I'm listening your album I feel so proud! AOTY is coming!
  30. CamiloRBenitez
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    An impeccable album, made to meet with constant feelings expressed in the lyrics perceiving sensations and emotions that you do not find at other times.
  31. Matiasthesnake
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    ended fadmatica with ease taylor queen of pop gaga wishes to have the power taylor has on her EIGHT album
  32. alicia13hello
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is deeply complex both sonically and lyrically, which basically proves that Taylor Swift possesses enormous talent, being one of the best musicians to ever exist. Her vocals are outstanding, which combined with her writing and and her capacity to produce music and play different instruments define her as the perfect example of what a GOOD ARTIST should be like. Furthermore, theThis album is deeply complex both sonically and lyrically, which basically proves that Taylor Swift possesses enormous talent, being one of the best musicians to ever exist. Her vocals are outstanding, which combined with her writing and and her capacity to produce music and play different instruments define her as the perfect example of what a GOOD ARTIST should be like. Furthermore, the fact that she can release an album only letting the world know the day before, and still breaking uncountable records and selling millions and millions of copies around the world, shows how immensely powerful she is.
    In conclusion, Taylor Swift is the music industry.    … Expand
  33. Brunamaia
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece in multiple ways. In Folklore swifts ability as a songwriter and a storyteller achieved a new level of greatness . This woman is one of the most powerful creative Forces of the 21th century.
  34. maddietay
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is her best work thus far. Taylor has proven time and time again how sharp her pen is. There is no better songwriter living right now.
  35. swiftieforeve
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    and absolutely amazing album that can give anyone chills and i actually cannot describe my love for this albums
  36. Raduan
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Best Taylor album! It's perfect. All the lyrics, her voice, the instruments, stories...
  37. TimM588
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    An absolute masterpiece of an album from Taylor Swift. Lyrics that are essentially poetry accompanied by beautiful sounding instrumentals. A work of genius.
  38. crepeclouds
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    She has proven to be extremely versatile, but with folklore, she has tapped into a sound she was clearly meant for all along.
  39. maroona
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is even more proof of taylor’s lyrical and musical genius, i love it and i can’t wait to see what this era brings
  40. Raffaon
    Jul 25, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gostei do álbum a princípio, mas me soa um pouco repetitivo preciso ouvir mais vezes!… Expand
  41. leonelgamer
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arte, sencillamente no puedo describir tremenda Joya que nos ha regalado esta increíble artista.… Expand
  42. allyen
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    She did it again. Perfect album. Songwriting opens me up in my heart. Georgeus, brilliant and perfect.
  43. BennyRago
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A gift. My personal favourite album of hers. Everything about just really feels like that's me.
  44. JLuis_001
    Jul 25, 2020
    6
    Overlong and repetitive.

    A redundant set of songs that would have been considered average for a first-time singer, gets elevated to the level of a masterpiece for being from Taylor Swift.
  45. Bearcatbetch27
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It’s amazing and exactly what we needed in 2020. Thank you Taylor. Very indie songwriter vibe I dig it.
  46. Lizgazola
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Se eu achava que ela tinha feito de tudo, ela se reinventa, de novo. Obrigada por essa obra de arte, TS, foi um quentinho no coração entre o caos que se encontra o mundo. Você é minha preferida pra sempre!
  47. karenramur
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    T. Swift had experimented with some new. Folklore is such a feeling a rare one, everything you wanted to speak out. Thanks, Taylor for saving my year.
  48. hideandseek
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It’s a beautiful masterpiece, the lyrics, the production, the emotions shown is what makes this album one of Taylor’s best albums. I love it
  49. D0ugh13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Best album she’s ever released! How does someone become this talented? I swear to god she is Jesus in the flesh.
  50. alemoon
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    En el año he escuchado varios álbumes que me han hecho sentir bien, pero Folklore los sobrepasa fácilmente. Las canciones transmiten todo lo que ella siempre quiso transmitir. Artpop en su máxima expresión.
  51. JM007776
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    What an incredible album. Taylor has truly proved herself to be the most versatile artist to ever grace our earth.

    This album is pure perfection.
  52. JuanGamboa
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Se cago en mierga miss swift, con folklore termino de enterrar a ese travesti muerto y la dejo toda chromatica
  53. Rayray105
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A beautifully written masterpiece. Full of melodies and ballads that speak to the heart. I love this album. It brings you back and takes you inside a story that you may have never been to before while also reminding you of times you may have forgotten. Like opening an old box left in the attic. Brings you nostalgic feelings and brings you to the woods and fall.
  54. Max_Vito
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Did i say period already luv?Because period!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  55. iamjade
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Never expected an album like that from Taylor, she outdid herself. Pure perfection.
  56. Lazygamer93
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Best album Taylor Swift ever made!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Period.!!!!!!!!!!!!
  57. Taylrr
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor is incontestably one of the best songwriters of this generation. Her lyrics are poignant, hypnotising and almost cathartic. As far as the album is concerned, it feels so mythical and fresh; it's actually reminiscent of some sort of pleasant, dewy petrichor after a rainy morning, a heavenly aroma of love and nature.
  58. bennyjramsay
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Beautifully articulate, she takes me on a storytelling journey I didn’t know I needed.
  59. AlicTyler
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A beautifully transparent collection of stories told by one of the worlds best songwriters. I’m in awe.
  60. Tamatious
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Love this album, so fresh and interesting. Different for Taylor but absolutely brilliant as always.
  61. richardpn
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    One of her best works, her lyrics are amazing and the story that she tells it's just a masterpiece and her vocals are somthing else on this album
  62. briceydagarcia
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A very good production and very good lyrics, the greatest songwriter of our time! She is a legend and folklore too!
  63. flashlover24
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor Swifts best album ever. It is beautiful and raw and authentic and so pure.
  64. Xalexmtzx
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    El regreso de Taylor Swift se da entre un ambiente indie pop bastante agradable, la narrativa sigue siendo el fuerte de Swift, gran obra
  65. miguelswft
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This isn't an album, it's a lifestyle. AOTY from the ARTIST OF THE DECADE!
  66. Danyellaolarte
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Listening to this album feels like an out of body experience where you feel like you are flowing through a misty forest on a cloudy day. Every song is like a poem asking to be deciphered. Her classic story telling is taken to a whole new level with this album.… Expand
  67. fredfrm
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    In my opinion this is just the most truly to herself swift has ever been, just so raw in emotions, and the lyrics are the best, in short memory, I couldn't remember an album with better lyrics. She's just outdone herself, and marked the history as one of the best lyricists in history.
  68. sam24
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore is one of the best Taylor albums I have ever heard, above all it makes clear the great handling it has when it comes to writing its songs, the great load of emotions that this album contains is simply magnificent.… Expand
  69. heyheyheyhey
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums i've ever heard and definitely taylor's best her lyrics and vocals are so strong.
  70. Rosamel
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Ikonikisima Dioslor salvandonos de tanta Surratica, se cag0 en Mierga con esta obra de arte! Nada más que decir del álbum del año
  71. cjkinde
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A literally perfect album. Taylor sounds so good with production by Aaron Dessner and Jack Antonoff and herself.
  72. ernestogomez18
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I've always had respect for Taylor Swift's music, but this album undoubtedly showed everyone that she is an excellent music writer full of humanism, great stories to tell and fresh musical ideas.
  73. LouisChiu
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album gives me another side of Taylor Swift. The songs are great, lyrically and sonically. It's definitely her best album among 8.
  74. Jjlovesjimmie
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is absolutely incredible. It makes me feel melancholy and blissed out all at the same time.
  75. Y13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Si estás enamorado escucha Folklore, si tienes el corazón roto escucha Folklore, si tienes ambas cosas escucha Folklore. Sencillamente hermoso y desgarrador.
  76. blackenedis
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    it was so good. i liked it so much. taylor swift is the music industry and she is queen
  77. ryanbraz
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    O álbum é simplesmente fantástico. A Taylor mostra como ele é uma compositora incrível em cada música. Além disso, é de se admirar a fácil transição de gênero musical da cantora.
  78. Felipeswifti
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Folklore is the best album of 2020. It deserves Grammy nominee and win AOTY
  79. Ivannu00
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor álbum con líricas demasiado profundas y sonidos relajantes que parecieran transportarte.
  80. aycaulker
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    it is the most beatiful thing in the entire world. thanks taylor we love u, stream folklore
  81. nicholasnleitao
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, coeso, sonoridade MARAVILHOSA! Taylor como sempre comprovando ser uma das maiores compositoras da atualidade. Não é atoa que foi nomeada artista da década!
  82. Jimbowinner
    Jul 25, 2020
    0
    Nada inovador. Os vocais parecem terem sido gravados sem melodia na base e fizeram encaixá-los numa mixagem qualquer, que pasme, é mais pop do que folk. Parecem faixas que ela descartou do Speak Now, que é igualmente ruim. Nenhuma crítica na letra e nenhum elemento revolucionário na carreira nem na indústria. Só ganhou o buzz por ser uma branca cantando música branca. Quando Rihanna eNada inovador. Os vocais parecem terem sido gravados sem melodia na base e fizeram encaixá-los numa mixagem qualquer, que pasme, é mais pop do que folk. Parecem faixas que ela descartou do Speak Now, que é igualmente ruim. Nenhuma crítica na letra e nenhum elemento revolucionário na carreira nem na indústria. Só ganhou o buzz por ser uma branca cantando música branca. Quando Rihanna e Beyoncé se propuseram a inovar e criarem músicas mais lentas, chamaram suas músicas de "músicas para dormir" e as boicotaram. A branquinha que voltou a fazer música pra adolescente é chamada de "revolucionária" sem nem usar os elementos clássicos do folk. Podre!… Expand
  83. Moha13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    er best album ever, such a masterpiece. The production, the lyrics, her voice. EVERYTHING
  84. Francys
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's most painful and perfect album at the same time. Really moving lyrics and sweet and captivating melodies that fill you with nostalgia with just the first note. This is the clear example that it doesn't take a whole year and a dozen producers to create art. sometimes less is more and here it is confirmed.
  85. 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!
  86. Jamesvassper
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is perfect poetry and piano together results in a true work of art and unsurprisingly Taylor Swift never disappoints in her works and as professional critics have previously said she is the music industry… Expand
  87. MARKZAKY
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is what art look like ♥️
    Amazing lyrics
    Amazing music
    Amazing songs
    Taylor will create masterpieces inside the alternative genre
  88. yourssincerly
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    “Ms. Swift is aiming somewhere even higher, a mode of timelessness“ ist ein Zitat, was nicht nur für ihr Album 1989 stehen kann, aber auch extrem gut zu ihrem neuen Album “Folklore“ passt. Durch ihren Genrewechsel spricht das Album nicht nur ihr früheres Publikum, sondern findet die Möglichkeit eine andere **** zu begeistern, wodurch das Album groß und klein gefallen wird. Ihre“Ms. Swift is aiming somewhere even higher, a mode of timelessness“ ist ein Zitat, was nicht nur für ihr Album 1989 stehen kann, aber auch extrem gut zu ihrem neuen Album “Folklore“ passt. Durch ihren Genrewechsel spricht das Album nicht nur ihr früheres Publikum, sondern findet die Möglichkeit eine andere **** zu begeistern, wodurch das Album groß und klein gefallen wird. Ihre Formulierungen wirken zarter als Feenflügel und ihre Stimme trägt den Klang der Magie in sich. Statt auf ein Hörbuch angewiesen zu sein, schafft Ms. Swift eine lebendige Geschichte besser als so mancher Autor in in einer Zeitspanne von nur 3 bis 5 Minuten zu erzählen, von der man auch noch in den nächsten Tagen träumen wird und dadurch den Weg wieder findet. “Folklore“ ist eindeutig ihr bestes veröffentlichtes Werk!… Expand
  89. habanera7
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Slow Taylor is the best Taylor. Taylor now doing what she really loves without someone dictating her. It seems that she doesn't care about the charts anymore as she's already been at the top of the industry and likes whatever she wants
  90. Obay
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Amazing I really love the new style of her music , ten isn’t enough for this
  91. Rhianna
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is unparalleled to anything else released by an artist of this generation. Taylor Swift shows her lyrical genius and talent for storytelling in a poetic, etherial and haunting manner. Such a collection of songs has not been heard since Rumours.
  92. Vivek13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a lyrical masterpiece, this isn't just the album it's her quarantine diary summarizing emotions she has been through all her life .....Must listen… Expand
  93. camilaramosib
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    the teen love triangle, the lyrics and the melodies made this the best album released this year! and even i can say its one of swift’s best albums
  94. Dianeskeeh
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story telling of this album exceeds beyond expectation. She has been a confessional songwriter but writing and singing about a fictional character still feels real? This is perhaps her best work lyrically and sonically. Taylor Swift again manages to cross over another genre as if she was born to do it.… Expand
  95. Orangebottles
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A haunting, dreamy and magical sound different from her trademark pop anthems. Taylor Swift proves that she is a versatile artist capable of spear-heading genre changes with ease. Her songwriting skills shine through with folklore. The art of storytelling through songs is something Taylor does best.
  96. myriamcarolinag
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can’t stop listening to the album. Fav songs:

    The 1
    Cardigan Betty
    August Exile Invisible String    … Expand
  97. cadenjayy
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is back yet again with the absolutely incredible songwriting abilities, something she never lacks. This album is a full departure from her previous works which are very much synth-pop & bubblegum pop but it is also quite reminiscent of her country days, specifically her 2012 record, Red. With the gorgeous production and impeccable songwriting I give this album a 10/10.
  98. Jjs_jc
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    magnificent lyrics, enveloping rhythms, subtly heartbreaking sadness, that's "folklore".
  99. Charis-Joens
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A beautifully crafted Album with amazing lyrics and folk and poem influences
  100. djkoolak
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Stunning
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#13 Best Album of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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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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