folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
User Score
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. 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.
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#13 Best 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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