folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

User score distribution:
  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. PretentiousGeek
    Jul 24, 2020
    8
    This was.. actually really good? Outside of some questionable production choices on some of the Antonoff-ian tracks (which is a personal let down to say the least - what the hell is going on with the mix on mirrorball?) she really gels with the sound. Didn't think I'd see a Bon Iver collaboration in this lifetime nor would I have thought it'd be as good as it is. This year is full of surprises.
  2. Omaralbert12
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Arte!!! No soy su fan, pero me encantan los géneros que abordó y su voz es muy agradable. Disfruté de cada canción, las puedo escuchar una y otra vez y no me cansaría o aburriría. Gustos son gustos. Un placer auditivo.
  3. Dse311
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    De pronto estaba en un bosque de ensueño pensando en nada sino imaginando las historias que Taylor narraba.
  4. EmmaRae
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Probably her best work yet, the way she enters the scene and just drops everything without any promo or any announcement is amazing, queen of music today and forever ‼️
  5. anserhope
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. AOTY and album of her career Taylor do the best here with her songwritter, the lyrics and the instrumental it's so amazing… Expand
  6. matirodriguez
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The lyrical content is this album is just amazing. It reminds me a lot of her old albums
  7. danbenetti
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, full of excellent writing and unique melodies, this is by far the best album of 2020.
  8. GianottiH
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor found out her voice and her place on folklore. It carries her best compositions
  9. nandoxfl
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A perfect album. Taylor still has it and she created a masterpiece. Definitely her best album
  10. HugoTreminio
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An amazing album, Taylor always surprise us with the best ways possible. It's on par with her previous work. A stellar masterpiece in general.
  11. lucianonicolaaa
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    For sure it is different from what we are used to from Taylor, however, the album is a masterpiece. Has the ability to transport you to a whole new scenario, where you are isolated, it is cold but you still have the warm from a stove while grooving to the songs. Besides, every story has a unique way to transmit the right emotion attached to it. A surprise for sure, but Taylor giving usFor sure it is different from what we are used to from Taylor, however, the album is a masterpiece. Has the ability to transport you to a whole new scenario, where you are isolated, it is cold but you still have the warm from a stove while grooving to the songs. Besides, every story has a unique way to transmit the right emotion attached to it. A surprise for sure, but Taylor giving us more than what we expected has never been a surprise.… Expand
  12. amyi123
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    Vey boring and slow. Not much lyrical maturity from her previous albums or vocal growth. The reviews have made this album out to be on Tracy Chapman or Joni Mitchel level and it really is not.
  13. Eduardotaborda
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely the album of the year, Thanks Taylor for giving us once again a magnificent work, you and art
    This Is Album Of The Year, Thank You Taylor    … Expand
  14. shelleylin
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. album of the year. the pure excellence this work embodies is astonishing. the lyricism, the symbolism, the imagery... i am at a lost of words. without a doubt, her best work to date. worth a listen.… Expand
  15. Etzaelloza
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the album is a perfect reflection of miss swifts talent. she is the music industry.
  16. han_chung_hsuan
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    This is amazing, thank you Taylor for your talent. I love so many songs from it and think it is one of the best album that Taylor ever did, at least better than red lol.
  17. Lumarqs
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The lyrics are so perfect and its like she went back to the country music but in other version. I loved it so much. Thank you tay, for this masterpiece… Expand
  18. Tine_5swelf
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the lyrics are deep, and the musics are slow and lonely, never thought of this side of her
  19. Grahdjssm
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    a loirinha impressionou mais uma vez. Esse album reflete o melhor e mais brilhante lado da taylor, o de contadora de histórias.
  20. hara101
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album just defines what it means to be an artist, not just a singer. Taylor’s story telling carries the entire tracks with soft melodies but impactful imagery that makes you feel as if you’re reading an adult storybook. She’s a genius, your honor.
  21. CreusaTrovoada
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. And she outdoes herself again. Extremely perfect album, listening to it we are transported on a journey, where she presents us with all her talent… Expand
  22. Guikjk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect, thank you so much Taylor Swift offers so many feelings, you are a wonderful woman!… Expand
  23. maisieryn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An album full of 'all too well'. Taylor Swift's songwriting skill shines in folklore. Shocked her fandom to the core! The best album ever. THE BEST! THE. BEST.
  24. StrawNaji
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best so far
    I turly adore her and I'm soooo proud
    I really wanted her to release an alternative album
  25. immortalkay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    yes taylor exactly, one of the best albums of 2020,,,, every single song is beautiful
  26. taxiacab
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. insanely beautiful and whimsical. one of her best works. it shows that above all, taylor swift is a songwriter at her core.… Expand
  27. MetaSwiftie19
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really good album, made my tears go out, good sound and beautiful lyrics. Album of the year… Expand
  28. paralyzzzed
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best and most cohesive album of Taylor so far. Songwriting is superb as always!
  29. natlovelyswift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the best taylor's album, my new stan album
    it's so adorable, and the music it's incredible
  30. Harvey_Dallas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    From a surprise release to transitioning from pop to alternative with smooth ease, Taylor Swift has surprised us all once again! This album is a great body of work that proves Swift's great songwriting abilities and that she can still create sad songs from a place of happiness just using her imagination. Folklore is truly a lyrical masterpiece that deserves all the acclaim it received.
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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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