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. fram1998
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Empezando desde que ella nos sorprendió por el echo de que sacó un álbum completamente de sorpresa, y esta sorpresa fue la mejor, es un álbum muy distinto, con un estilo más relajado, tiene una melodía cada canción que es especial, su video Cardigan es arte puro representando tantas emociones, este álbum es muy versátil y ayuda muchísimo desde el punto de vista personal, la verdad unEmpezando desde que ella nos sorprendió por el echo de que sacó un álbum completamente de sorpresa, y esta sorpresa fue la mejor, es un álbum muy distinto, con un estilo más relajado, tiene una melodía cada canción que es especial, su video Cardigan es arte puro representando tantas emociones, este álbum es muy versátil y ayuda muchísimo desde el punto de vista personal, la verdad un verdadero 10… Expand
  2. JoseMendez
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es un excelente álbum, muestra una faceta nueva de Taylor, con letras frágiles, vulnerables y sensibles. El tema indie y la voz de Swift juegan en un mismo tono. Simplemente lo mejor se Taylor hasta ahora.
  3. indieandchill
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This the best one so far. As a fellow musician, I'm standing here, hands down the best album in this year maybe this decade, we shall see. Took me a completely different world.
  4. Aggy9898
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Some people are saying all the songs sound the same - ye the sound is similar but I think they all flow together really nicely and the production suits really well. The lyrics are beautiful and it's a perfect album for the time
  5. Saad99
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece!!!, absolutly a new version of Taylor Swift and the beginin of a new era.
  6. rod_rck
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album Taylor Swift ever released. No skip. Loved all songs that I can't pick my favorite till now.… Expand
  7. reuel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift was bold and insightful. In such a short time for the release of 'Lover' and within social isolation, he releases an album with an incredible aesthetic and with a deep essence. Without a doubt this album is the best of blonde. It deserves all the best.
  8. Mribeiroas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Perfeito do início ao fim! Taylor se superou positivamente, um álbum lindo, gostoso e que tem músicas que lembram seu old school! Amei! Perfeito
  9. Emilyljobe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece. Truly lyrically amazing. Her best yet. Can’t wait to play it on repeat.
  10. brettrosey
    Jul 24, 2020
    4
    Heard the Bon Iver collaboration -- really amazing tune -- and decided it was only fair to give the full record it's due consideration. What I proceeded to experience was a painful subsequent hour. This is certainly not a folk record, as much as her fans might aspire to call themselves a fan of the folk genre now. And if you're really giving lyrics equal consideration to the actual soundHeard the Bon Iver collaboration -- really amazing tune -- and decided it was only fair to give the full record it's due consideration. What I proceeded to experience was a painful subsequent hour. This is certainly not a folk record, as much as her fans might aspire to call themselves a fan of the folk genre now. And if you're really giving lyrics equal consideration to the actual sound of the song, then you're not a true music critic, anyway. Poignant lyrics (some of these are, others are typically cliche), can compliment a good song, but in no way can a song with poor melodic soundscape be rescued by good lyrics. The opposite is almost certainly true. Anyway, bottom line is most of the songs don't resonate with me. They don't sound good. And if you're a diehard Swift fan, your inhernent biases will be way too apparent to give this record a fair critique.… Expand
  11. getuhwaycar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply amazing. It's amazing to see how different this is from Lover, my favorite tracks are exile & illicit affairs.… Expand
  12. arcanjo
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    the siner's 8th album reveals a new facet of the songwriter side of Taylor swift, as well as gently blending with the calm and minimalikst sound that accompanies. In the album, Tyalor unfolds a new sound and a new vocal performance. Its her most artistically ambitious album to date, and she accomplishes what she wants here.
  13. Kokii
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I honestly think these are some of the best lyrics she's ever written. Songs convey so much emotion not just through the lyrics but also through the instrumentals and her vocals.
  14. Sgess
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums i’ve ever heard in my life from any artist ever. taylor completely outdid with this album. the lyric parallels are insane.
  15. Anahana
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    It's so nice and suprise album from Taylor Swift but it's so different . I enjoy it .
  16. angelina391
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. Both the production and lyrics are amazing. Taylor definitely did a good job with this album.
  17. LuLu125
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This the best album of 2020. The lyrics are amazing. Once again Taylor swift proves that she is one of the best songwriter of this generation. The storytelling is vivid and we feel like we are leaving the stories Swift is describing. Sonically cohesive. This might be her best work.
  18. saurah
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor é uma artista incrível e isso é notável em seu novo álbum, sua versatilidade pelos ritmos é algo total de sua personalidade que transcendesse sobre sua música, e sua lírica e narrativa continuam sendo a cereja do bolo de suas canções. é esplêndido sua evolução aos longos dos anos, de maneira que, suas obras continuam com a mesma essência.
    como fã, tenho muito orgulho dela e de seu    taylor é uma artista incrível e isso é notável em seu novo álbum, sua versatilidade pelos ritmos é algo total de sua personalidade que transcendesse sobre sua música, e sua lírica e narrativa continuam sendo a cereja do bolo de suas canções. é esplêndido sua evolução aos longos dos anos, de maneira que, suas obras continuam com a mesma essência.
    como fã, tenho muito orgulho dela e de seu caminho pela música; esse álbum merece toda a aclamação. AOTY!    … Expand
  19. mridulikaa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    absolutely love this album. it is nothing you could have expected. will definitely recommend to all my friends!
  20. AsafGabriel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Extremely well produced, Taylor and her partners brought detailed sounds to her first alternative album. Her soft voice matches perfectly with every song's mood and the story inside each track reveals a part of Taylor que invites the listeners to look at their own selves!
  21. Stevennn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. A masterpiece, the lyrical content are just wow. She has grown so much that u just see her works in another knew level.
  22. Thirteen13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s REALLLLLLLLLYYYYY good, this album shows the true Taylor and shows that she can make magic happen with her and a piano.
  23. TaylorG1527
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. Very mature and sonically cohesive. An album full of mesmerising ballads.
  24. TheAxl
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    The worst album, cardigan is a worst balad with worst rhythm, why taylor? Why??
  25. Vnarauujo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito conceito, Taylor nunca erra e o álbum ficou muito perfeito. E gostei muito que não é um álbum pop, ela se arriscou nesse estilo mas ficou muito perfeito.… Expand
  26. jenniferpuccio
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Definitely one of her best albums and her vocals were amazing. will be listening on repeat
  27. matheusmorais
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The perfect album, all I needed right now. Taylor did THAT! The melodies, the production, the vocals, the sofisticated simplicity, the lyrics, the instrumentals... all incredible!!! 10/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  28. Umahi-Briggs
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    A poorly executed attempt at recreating a Lana Del Rey album. I love slow, melancholic songs/albums usually but this one feel flat for me. I’m off to cleanse my ear with some Freya Ridings and London Grammar after listening to this album.
  29. GFactor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore

    the 1 - 10,0 ​cardigan - 10,0 ​the last great american dynasty - 8,5 ​exile (feat. bon iver) -10,0 ​my tears ricochet - 9,0 ​mirrorball - 8,5 ​seven - 9,0 ​august -9,0 ​this is me trying - 9,0 ​illicit affairs - 8,5 ​invisible string - 9,0 ​mad woman - 9,0 ​epiphany -8,5 ​betty -9,0 ​peace -9,5 ​hoax - 9,5 Her lyrics are back better than ever    folklore

    the 1 - 10,0
    ​cardigan - 10,0
    ​the last great american dynasty - 8,5
    ​exile (feat. bon iver) -10,0
    ​my tears ricochet - 9,0
    ​mirrorball - 8,5
    ​seven - 9,0
    ​august -9,0
    ​this is me trying - 9,0
    ​illicit affairs - 8,5
    ​invisible string - 9,0
    ​mad woman - 9,0
    ​epiphany -8,5
    ​betty -9,0
    ​peace -9,5
    ​hoax - 9,5

    Her lyrics are back better than ever
  30. Hannahg03
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Storytelling and lyricism that only Taylor can do that transports you to a different world and allows you to live in the space of each song. Completely different from anything she’s done before yet her voice and emphatic lyrics are consistent from before. Best album this year!!
  31. Adrielaguilarx
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece! Amazing! Taylor really did that! This is the best album of 2020… Expand
  32. dudafmirandac
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor swift IS the music industry! she's just perfect, and that's is why I love her.
  33. sinnanigans
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Honest, mature, and did complete justice to her songwriting talent. Emotional cure for 2020.
  34. marcustavaresf
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    simplesmente o álbum do ano ela é totalmente perspicaz além de ser a própria indústria da música, ninguém está acima dela
  35. PopCat11
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un maravilloso álbum de principio a fin, Taylor nunca se ha visto tan prolija en la escritura como en esta colección de canciones. Los sonidos, la vibra que exhala nos transporta a una atmósfera de melancolía y reflexiones. Su mejor álbum hasta la fecha si de líricas y madurez hablamos. Todo el sonido de guitarras y ecos celestiales es tan orgánico.
  36. Uzzisays
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her BEST ALBUM to date. The lyrical complexity cannot be emphasized on enough!
  37. Ranit
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautiful body of work. Vunerable, raw, delicate sound. Lyrics are, if I can say, so far best of her. Congratulations Taylorrr!
  38. Adrianomor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un excelente álbum, muy buenas letras, la producción es fantástica, muy diferente a sus otros álbumes pop, tal vez no les guste porque no están acostumbrados a este tipo de música. Buen álbum
  39. mcastellon
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Best 2020 album!
    She had worked a lot and the results are insane. She deserves every prize and swifties are happy she gave them gold.
  40. Dalembergtubay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor trabajo en la discografía de Swift como fans puedo decir que no decepciona en cada álbum
  41. brubarbozan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    um álbum totalmente diferente de tudo, amo quando um artista se arisca em outro gênero e se sai tão bem! é nota 10 com toda a cert
  42. John0316
    Jul 24, 2020
    5
    Her best album so far. Suddenly there's large decrease of Red Stans since the release of this album
  43. Luax
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Lyrically and production wise amazing album. Another banger album added to Taylor's discography.
  44. Edw
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s just art, I mean, Taylor couldn’t do anything better than Folklore In quarantine.
  45. GeniFromDaBlock
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wow, I am crying this is so good. I’m only 4 tracks in and this album is already a masterpiece.
  46. Muaazrasheed
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums of all time. The lyrics the production the story writing everything is fabulous.
  47. Mikymoonlight
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Incredible sound incredible passion harmonies incredible album great job queen tay tay I appreciate this album my fav songs Cardigan August
    Mirrorball The last great american dynasty The 1 is one of your best album ❤️Congratulations
  48. Hendriyoh
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is pure of art, classic and mature. Every lyrics is so brilliant and amazing, it's like a storytelling that swift wrote and I LIKE IT SO MUCH… Expand
  49. hebdn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Love It.
  50. Tylerswiftie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    gorgeous and beautiful like amazing never done before and its amazing album of the decade
  51. RobertMessias21
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum coeso e muito bem escrito! Swift consegue nos levar para um atmosfera nunca antes pisada (por ela e seus fãs) o que torna a experiência incrível. As composições? São exatamente o ponto alto desta obra prima. Taylor entregou seu 8° álbum de estúdio mostrando realmente o todo o seu potencial alcançado ao longo de 14 anos de carreira.
  52. Asmaaswiftie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is Taylor Swift's most mature album, it also shows her great writing talent and proves that she is the best songwriter of our generation. It's like a fairytale.
  53. BonfireBeach
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album I've ever heard,every song is just so beautiful that i literally crying listening to these songs.It just feels like you're out into another world when you listen to these beautiful and delicate pieces.So AMAZINGGGG
  54. Chels20015
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best album. She keeps reinventing herself and I love this album so so much. Songwriter of the decade… Expand
  55. LinishJay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore reaches the epitome of Swift's talent when it comes to conveying stories through her art. Guided by deep reflections, whimsical imagination & emotional maturity, Swift's 8th studio album is by far her best work both sonically & lyrically. Simply captivating!
  56. Nachotiktok
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wow this album is very awesome, i love it
  57. Brandon0912z
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El álbum es muy lento lleno de baladas pero es lo mejor que ha salido en el año entre tanto pop comercial.
  58. CorneliaStreet0
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. good so gooddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddđ… Expand
  59. Nataliagodl
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An unexpected album and an equally unexpected switch into a different genre, that, surprisingly, feels really coherent with Taylor’s previous work. Phenomenal lyrics, emotional stories, musically very pleasant. Favourites are definitely exile, cardigan, my tears ricochet. There is not a track I don’t like. This is Taylor at her finest, this is the album she was born to make. Red andAn unexpected album and an equally unexpected switch into a different genre, that, surprisingly, feels really coherent with Taylor’s previous work. Phenomenal lyrics, emotional stories, musically very pleasant. Favourites are definitely exile, cardigan, my tears ricochet. There is not a track I don’t like. This is Taylor at her finest, this is the album she was born to make. Red and reputation’s lovechild.… Expand
  60. Dramos11
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    So paceful n beautiful. I think that it is a good álbum to keep calm, one of my favorite albums
  61. MezaEdil
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Congratulations to Swift, she has given us a new album which shows a high degree of maturity. This entry into the pop / rock, alternative and indie genres is one of the many transformations she has undergone during her career. A relaxing album which deserves the best.
  62. corneliagrins
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Você foi muito perspicaz Taylor Swift, meu deus, o murro no Rep e no Lover!
  63. FedericoBini
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift at her BEST. Immaculate album. This is “album of the year” material.
  64. siema938
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A wonderful album by a great artist, very mature, just beautiful songs like Hoax are ones of the best in her career… Expand
  65. ShayRaheel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Once again , Taylor Swift does not disappoint. folklore shows her growth as not only a singer but also a songwriter and a person. An Amazing album from start to finish , 0 Skips
  66. kcox
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    THIS ALBUM! This album is beautifully written. The lyrics the tune everything! In “Cardigan” when she says “like Peter losing Wendy” that is a beautiful metaphor. Taylor Swift you have done it again and I am incredibly proud of you!
  67. utkarsh1336
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    And in 2020 world's biggest pop star is world's biggest alternative star!! The growth!
  68. EnzoSantini
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    meu deus esse album esta perfeitamente perfeito, não encontrei uma musica ruim, os climas das musicas são incriveis, a historia, tudo
  69. ellaloy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album makes me feel so many things. it makes me feel like a little kid exploring the forest…idk but I love it
  70. jillianbrewer
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album makes you feel emotions you didn’t even know were possible. sonically cohesive, lyrically amazing, vocally outstanding, her best work to date
  71. AbiMe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor está colocando sua habilidade com letra fora do pop chiclete que viamos trazendo novos ares e se reinventando como artista
  72. MusicLearner
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Once again, Taylor has proven not to be the typical pop/country girl. In this record, she has also played with folk & alternative sounds, which actually fit her perfectly, and as a result we have the lyrical genius masterpiece that it is folklore.
  73. Gabrielcdiniz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutly sad, beautiful and tragic. Taylor reinvented herself with strong lyrincs and a sweet melody.
  74. kevinlarsson
    Jul 24, 2020
    8
    To no one's surprise, Taylor's lyricism is stellar as always. With the content of the tracks leaning more into fiction than solely based on her own experiences like her previous works, folklore makes you drift away into these stories like a novel. The production is very consistent and a breath of fresh air from all the 808s, hi-hats, and huge synths around this time. As my personal tasteTo no one's surprise, Taylor's lyricism is stellar as always. With the content of the tracks leaning more into fiction than solely based on her own experiences like her previous works, folklore makes you drift away into these stories like a novel. The production is very consistent and a breath of fresh air from all the 808s, hi-hats, and huge synths around this time. As my personal taste go, I would've preferred a more pop-leaning album and I wished she explored more of her vocal range like in her previous works, that's why I won't give it a 10. Overhaul a great album.… Expand
  75. TaylorSwiftIcon
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore isn't just an album, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves. It’s art, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted, everything you need
  76. JoAmi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the way she reconstructed and redefined what it meant to convey and obtain the concupiscent anomalistic clearance showing us that divine idiosyncrasy is ebulliently inevitable while simultaneously substantiating what its meant to be
  77. TswiftLover
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I've been following Taylor for 9 years now and trust me when I say this - THIS IS THE BEST ALBUM EVER! perfect lyrics, perfect singing, perfect music with so much emotion. THIS saved 2020. Thank you Taylor, i love you.
  78. BrianHarvey25
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The most unexpected (literally) album of Swift. She managed to make her successful country to pop crossover and now pop to alternative which is such a fresh concept for her. This album was a complete sonical and lyrical masterpiece.
  79. itsvener
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best albums lyrically. Not to mention its calm and soothing sound and melodies. Taylor transitioning from country to pop to alternative proved that she is still on top of her game. A genius album.
  80. flowermural
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the way she reconstructed and redefined what it meant to convey and obtain the concupiscent anomalistic clearance showing us that divine idiosyncrasy is ebulliently inevitable while simultaneously substantiating what its meant to be,,,,,,,,,
  81. Gabudi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    simply amazing, taylor swift is perfect. Folklore is as alternative masterpiece.
  82. auroramoon
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album sounds like heaven. Taylor inovated, but she totally hit it right. I loved it!
  83. marcvt
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I loved every single one of the songs in the album. You can definitely see how much Taylor has grown and the storytelling is just amazing. I loved it
  84. Rafamp
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is so powerful, in specific the “exile” song. This is the best Taylor Swift’s recording.
  85. amancheli
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is so good, queen Taylor. I love my tears recochet so much, thanks.
  86. Styletoowell
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a maior!!!!!! Taylor Swift vc fez TUDO! esse album não tem nenhum erro, a perspicácia argh… Expand
  87. Crismaths99
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is really Taylor's most mature work, impeccable compositions and an extreme cohesion !! I loved to see this new gender transition playing without fear of taking chances. country, pop and alternative
  88. jemersonjunior
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Pure perfection. Taylor shows her true artistic soul without the intense need to do bubblegum pop and praise the mass. Thank you Miss Swift.
  89. dumbwitxh_
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the MIND of this woman I swear, with the three songs … Expand
  90. stoeshake
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The lyrics fits perfectly with tune and is so catchy that you end up hearing the music on repeat
  91. tayIorprotect
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente incrível do começo ao fim, maturidade, sonoridade, lyrics, melodias, Swift mais uma vez entregou histórias onde nós envolveu de maneira encantadora… Expand
  92. Krunchinho
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    simply amazing, taylor swift is perfect. Folklore is as alternative masterpiece.
  93. Swiftie_1989
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente um avanço na carreira, um álbum doce, puro e essencial!!!!! Exile é a obra perfeita deste álbum.
  94. Adriam
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's a great job. Her music and her lyrics are wonderful. I really loved. Taylor es una excelente compositora. Sus trabajos son magníficos y este álbum no es la excepción.
  95. PARRA
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Que álbum tan genial, sumamente cohesivo, inspirador y es muy mágico, lo amo!… Expand
  96. dionywsuz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    um álbum extremamente coeso, que te prende do início ao fim. taylor, como sempre você foi perspicaz, mas nesse álbum, você se superou
  97. AngkeeBudoy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I am getting teary eyed while I continue listening to the songs. Please hear this masterpiece. Its an emotional journey of vulnerability. It touches your heart and explain how love and sadness affect a person. LOVE THIS !!!!
  98. folklorexile
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    i love this album so much. great job taylor. also folklore = karlie kloss smack cam
  99. Miarael
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Litteraly the best album of 2020. The biggest surprise ever. Listening to this album made my year Because this is the best thing that happened in 2020.
  100. Ineedhelp
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is her best one yet. A great choice to go into sonically and lyrically.
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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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