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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  1. Positive: 15,823 out of 17537
  2. Mixed: 241 out of 17537
  3. Negative: 1,473 out of 17537
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  1. Dsinker1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The melancholic album that is so emblematic of the times we’re living in. A poetic and mellifluous masterpiece that strikes right into the chasmic valleys of any soul who dares to listen. Truly a masterful piece of work, idyllic for anyone who enjoys rainy days and dreams of grey aesthetics. Magnificent.
  2. Thadpand
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's Taylor Swift's best album, if not the best of the year. Through her compositions, she tells a love story between young people, which possibly reflects on her previous relationships. In a genuinely pure and sincere way. This is the most cohesive and mature album of Miss Americana. Taylor was the artist of the past decade and has a good chance of being this decade as well.
  3. 2Ron
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is her best album, this genre complements her angelic voice with haunting and whimsical sound and her crystal clear storytelling. What to look for? This is her best!
  4. fernandoRM
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This has been one of the best works that Taylor Swift has done in music, It was a bit risky to do that since his fans were used to pop and country mostly, but we are seeing that this "folklore" album is getting more acclaim than his other works.
  5. heqing
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the best 20 20 album ever. Taylor is a legend, folklore as well. It is not like a hit, not catch your ear, but it can into your heart and tell story for you. This is amazing.
  6. ryzzagrey
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the way the lyrics fits perfectly with tune and is so catchy that you end up hearing the music on repeat! i rarely love songs to the point that i played it for the whole day. To anyone who still haven't heard this music you guys are sleeping on something good.
  7. JoaoDouglas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente maravilhoso! Não existe outro maneira de descrever essa obra de arte que Taylor Swift nos entrega
  8. lara12345676
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing lyrics amazing vibe she deserves more recognition love her this album deseves everything perfect… Expand
  9. Denisse13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    PERFECTION!! Taylor Swift lo hizo otra vez
  10. Jgsaal
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I like the change she did. Great album, great lyrics. She is the perfect artist
  11. Amorina
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece! Taylor keep impressing by her pure talent and brilliance.
  12. Danielbarros
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album looks great. The change of style came well for Taylor in deed. Cardigan was a great single choice, one of the best music of the album
  13. plaidshirtdays
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is well known for her crossover from Country to Pop. Under the shadow of global pandemic, Swift has set out once again to triumph in a new genre. One that is hard to define, with the indie folk alternative vibes that don’t fit neatly into a box. Folklore is a musical triumph that transcends genre, forming its own unique singer/songwriter niche, and that niche, seemingly, isTaylor Swift is well known for her crossover from Country to Pop. Under the shadow of global pandemic, Swift has set out once again to triumph in a new genre. One that is hard to define, with the indie folk alternative vibes that don’t fit neatly into a box. Folklore is a musical triumph that transcends genre, forming its own unique singer/songwriter niche, and that niche, seemingly, is the one Taylor was born to occupy. The album is a whole unto itself and it belongs together. It’s a totally different musical experience from anything else Swift has ever written in the best possible way. I love it so much but have a hard time picking a favorite song because it’s just...a whole. Greater than the sum of its parts. The tracks interweave, spinning stories and pulling on invisible strings to tie her reality with her ability to craft an entire universe in a few short verses.

    There has never been an album she put out that I didn’t love for its own merits, but there has also never been an album that seemed so complete, or so uniquely Taylor. She has been, for me, the songwriter of a generation. Folklore may finally help the rest of the world see it too. Because who else can take on so many disparate genres of music and not only succeed, but thrive, finally arriving at a place only she could go?    … Expand
  14. Emanuel_Jose
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift evolves on each album, it's beautiful How she can change her style and make masterpieces like this
  15. rakam13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is truly Swift at her most meta. Folklore represents her most authentic songwriting and artistic self, as she embraces her storytelling and lyrical prowess. It reflects her ability to convey a myriad of emotions and perspectives through her words. This is Taylor Swift in her element--doing what she loves.
  16. Thankyou19
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The surprise I didn’t know I needed. A soul shaking album. Perfection from beginning to end. Drift off into the peaceful melodic mist and listen from wherever you are. Now!!
  17. katereinha
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    amazing. gorgeous. iconic. never been done before. inspirational. timeless.
  18. anamaka
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums I have ever heard in my life. Every song is a masterpiece. Taylor Swift really did that
  19. diegocastro21
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is a beautiful album, her best work. I literally cry when it came out, I was so excited for it
  20. Taylor24
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing, she takes her storytelling to new levels here and shows why she’s so successful.
  21. nikkimonge
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor really outdid herself with this album. It is so lyrically and sonically beautiful.
  22. roycerivard
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has outdone herself over the last decade and a half, consistently creating masterpiece after masterpiece. In such an unprecedented time, Swift took the unprecedented-for-her method of a surprise drop and blew away Swifties, the general public, and critics with an indie masterpiece. “folklore” shows that Swift’s raw, unrivalled talent transcends all genres.
  23. z_swizzle
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This was sth wonderful I love cuz she always tries new ways of creating her albums that each one has its special mode that we have never experienced. I mean she creates sth unique.
    And this one was kinda smelling grass after rain :)))
    Really loved it.
  24. Llamar35562
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s her first time doing an album like this and all I can say that it’s incredible. I love this so so so much A+
  25. draediamond
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I'm an avid Kanye fan so the fact that I'm here at all should say something. This album is incredible! I've never been blown away by Taylor but this album is a true experience. I usually liken Taylor to Drake as in they both can be extrememly mediocre (and overrated) at times. Taylor has broken away from that after this album. I felt every part of this album. I saw that this was an indieI'm an avid Kanye fan so the fact that I'm here at all should say something. This album is incredible! I've never been blown away by Taylor but this album is a true experience. I usually liken Taylor to Drake as in they both can be extrememly mediocre (and overrated) at times. Taylor has broken away from that after this album. I felt every part of this album. I saw that this was an indie folk album and I didn't think it would be possible for them to compete or even surpass Bon Iver. I was wrong. Shoutout to the Swifties from a Yeezciple!… Expand
  26. ashleynjohns
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    As a Swift fan since her first album (which I still have as a CD), this album is the most raw record she has ever released. You become so enthralled in the stories she tells that you can’t help but fall in love. Each song evokes emotion from the listener, resonates with experiences, and constructs a new story or adds to an old one. I can’t say enough good things about this album and hopeAs a Swift fan since her first album (which I still have as a CD), this album is the most raw record she has ever released. You become so enthralled in the stories she tells that you can’t help but fall in love. Each song evokes emotion from the listener, resonates with experiences, and constructs a new story or adds to an old one. I can’t say enough good things about this album and hope everyone will give it a listen, even if they are not a Swift fan.… Expand
  27. Piligonzalezb
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best work yet. Every song is beautifully written, she deserves all the praise for outdoing herself like this
  28. raybaca
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Just when I thought Taylor couldn’t do any better, she releases this masterpiece! I absolutely love pop Taylor Swift but this venture into alternative is amazing! The lyrics are impeccable and her voice strong as ever. There’s not a bad song I can single out and I might have to say this is her best album yet, and that says a lot because 1989 has reigned supreme for me since it’s release.
  29. Baddreams113
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it's an excelent album, i'm so happy for taylor!! I love the way she reinvents
  30. Bilbobaggins6_9
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    It's just the same recycled stuff that she has been putting out since like 2011. A little originality really goes a long way.
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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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