• Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album will make you THINK and cry but in the end it wraps you up in a warm cardigan with a hot latte in front of a fire. It’s everything we’ve wanted but never got from Taylor Swift, until now.
  2. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece from the beginning to the end, the production is amazing and the lyrics are beautiful.
  3. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Great album with amazing lyrics. She did not come to play with its production and lyricism
  4. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    icon, which managed to reinvent itself in its eighth era. career album. Love Album
  5. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! It arrived in y exactly moment that all us needed it.
  6. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor prova novamente que é a maior e melhor compositora de sua geração, com vocais invejáveis e uma atmosfera aconchegante e misteriosa, folklore é um dos melhores álbuns da história
  7. Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s songwriting’s skills are undeniable and the way she tells stories through her lyrics is magical.
    Also, soft songs suit Taylor’s voice so well.
  8. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    hold on lemme put a goddamn mark to it. this is masterpiece, we all needed something relaxing like this album. 10/10
  9. 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.
  10. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen album, gran contenido, con muy buenas letras, digno de gran reconocimiento Expand
  11. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Com apenas um compositor, além dela mesma, Taylor Swift faz jus ao título de mulher da décad
  12. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum excelente, relajado, maduro, buenas letras, ritmo, tiene todo, es de los mejores que hay hasta el momento en 2020 Expand
  13. Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Un álbum completo de canciones buenas, si acaso no me gustó tanto una jsjs. Also, can we talk about track 10???? I'm---
  14. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    magnificent lyrics, enveloping rhythms, subtly heartbreaking sadness, that's "folklore".
  15. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Este nuevo álbum de Taylor Swift nos muestra una nueva fase de ella donde con una nueva banda Sonora (alternativa) nos cuenta la historia de un triángulo amoroso
  16. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Definitivamente, Taylor ha salvado el 2020. Ha mostrado gran versatilidad para cambiar de género musical y aún así, seguir dando arte.
  17. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor es la mejor compositora de la generación actual y este álbum es el ejemplo perfecto para dar la mejor crítica, me atrevo a decir que podría ser su mejor trabajo en cuanto a narrativa y composición del álbum.
  18. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The lyrics are so incredible, talking about the situation in the world but in a emotive way, Taylor is a genius.
  19. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    HER BEST WORK!!! LOVE TAYLOR SO MUCH.
    SE LA RIFO COMPLETAMENTE CON ESTE NUEVO ÁLBUM
  20. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The way that Miss Swift got in my heart by reminding me of how fragile is a relationship and how it can affect others, it’s a sad album, to reflect all those moments when you though you were right!
  21. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it was truly a magical experience, her best album so far i really really love it t swift FTW! Expand
  22. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    i'm not even a swiftie, but i love this album so much. every song on this album sounds great, there are no filler tracks. the lyrics, production, and her vocals are amazing on every song. i'm seriously impressed with this new album
  23. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un álbum perfecto, el cual no necesita canciones movidas y festivas para expresar el tema de este gran álbum
  24. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Best album and most mature and most insight and most telling, completely different, old taylor, pop taylor, and a new taylor mixed all together.
  25. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Tranquilo, hermoso y triste, completamente reflexivo, agradable para escuchar, sin duda Taylor está presente en cada letra.
  26. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, the lyrics are so much beautiful, the stories Taylor tells us are well constructed, beautiful vocals and the cardigan video has beautiful visuals
    Hatters gonna hate, tasteless haters
  27. 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
  28. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift’s transition from country to pop to synth pop to alternative is extraordinary! This album is amazing, thank you for this new music. Love you, taytay!
  29. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best project to date, every song just fit the theme so well, her vocal, lyrics, just pure perfection. She showed all the alternative girls what alternative album really is. Love her❤️ Expand
  30. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An outstanding album sonically and lyrically. Another genre she’s shown she can excel in.
  31. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally a alternative/indie genre from Taylor my soul is so pleased with this album and im vibing with it so much. Her best album so far!!! Expand
  32. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I really loved this album. Every aspect of it aesthetics, lyrics and songs arrangements are just perfect.
  33. Vey
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's Magnus Opus.

    Ethereal, cathartic and poetic. Every single line in its lyricism, every detail in its instrumentation perfectly conveyed the story that Swift wishes to pass on to its listener.
  34. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    amazing album its really different from her past albums, the lyrics amazing deserve album of the year
  35. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her greatest album so far! and my favourite album of the year. god bless taylor swift and her galaxy brain.
  36. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her artistic peak tbh. haven't stopped listening since the release.great work taylor.
  37. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album captures Taylor’s ability to not only write from her own but also others’ perspectives perfectly. This woman is a songwriting force and one of the greatest talents that the music industry can wish for. Folklore is a new path Taylor is walking on where she exhibits her lyrical ability once more like she has done with her previous album but with an alternative twist, showcasingThis album captures Taylor’s ability to not only write from her own but also others’ perspectives perfectly. This woman is a songwriting force and one of the greatest talents that the music industry can wish for. Folklore is a new path Taylor is walking on where she exhibits her lyrical ability once more like she has done with her previous album but with an alternative twist, showcasing her vocal growth that she has been mastering over the past 13 years. Folklore is pure perfection. Expand
  38. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album just bring me into another whole fantasy world ! LOVE IT ! Thanks for making this masterpiece
  39. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore isn’t just an album by taylor swift, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves. it’s art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted, everything you need
  40. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A mature, emotional album that showcases Taylor Swift’s brilliant songwriting skills. It gives you a cottage, homey feeling and an earthy vibe. Love it!
  41. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    If you told me taylor swift will release this masterpiece of an album one day i would've laughed at you but wow this was so unexpected and beautiful
  42. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album periodt. The lyrics are Perfect like always. Perfection perfection
  43. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s so good I really can’t say enough about it it wouldn’t do it juice I requested loved every minute of it I wish y’all could give it a listen you will enjoy it a lot I promise y’all it’s worth it
  44. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Mature, beautiful, amazing. Taylor doesn’t disappoint and delivers yet again a wonderful piece of art.
  45. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is just beyond beautiful, the lyrics are probably the best lyrics i have ever heard in my life. Definitely deserves album of the year!
  46. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    absolutely incredible! the writing is no doubt some of her best and with this album she proves she will always surprise us!
  47. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    it was a great album, different from here past projects, i must say the lyrics are sonically on point it hits hard, this new genre of taylor is refreshing and new.
  48. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. Her songwriting is genius and continues to get better. This album is a breath of fresh air for Taylor, considering she’s stepping into unknown territory by trying out the Alternative genre. But no matter what she does her songwriting and musicianship always stays raw and powerful.
  49. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing album, she is doing an amazing job and the vocals are amazing
  50. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album comes at the right time, in the midst of chaos. With dreamy, calming melodies, Swift takes an hour of our time to distract us from the challenging things going on in our lives during these times.
  51. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor trabajo en la discografía de Swift como fans puedo decir que no decepciona en cada álbum
  52. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    a great, beautiful album, It touches my heart intensely, and pull out all the deepest sorrow and vibration that's been buried in my heart. Love it. Love Taylor and every of her works.
  53. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's best album of her entire career combines her skilled eye for specific, searing and evocative lyrics with haunting melodies. She tells all manner of stories that reflect on love, loss, betrayal, childhood, and even death. This album feels like a meditative distillation of the human spirit's complexity, made more poignant by the dark times we live in. The highest quality ofTaylor Swift's best album of her entire career combines her skilled eye for specific, searing and evocative lyrics with haunting melodies. She tells all manner of stories that reflect on love, loss, betrayal, childhood, and even death. This album feels like a meditative distillation of the human spirit's complexity, made more poignant by the dark times we live in. The highest quality of art and a true masterpiece. Expand
  54. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    my new al time favorite ts album,, wow just... wow. i don’t know how else to describe it
  55. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such an amazing, comprehensive, complete, and amazingly put together album. It was a perfect suprise from Taylor. Can't wait to drive with my windows open and listen to folklore for millionth time.
  56. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is truly one of Taylor’s best albums, if not her best. It’s different from everything she’s ever done, and that’s what’s so amazing about Taylor as an artist, that she isn’t afraid to try new sounds and new styles of music as long as it feels right for her and portrays her feelings the right way. One thing that always remains the heart of Taylor’s work is the lyrics that sheFolklore is truly one of Taylor’s best albums, if not her best. It’s different from everything she’s ever done, and that’s what’s so amazing about Taylor as an artist, that she isn’t afraid to try new sounds and new styles of music as long as it feels right for her and portrays her feelings the right way. One thing that always remains the heart of Taylor’s work is the lyrics that she writes, which in this album are absolutely astounding, the storytelling is out of this world. Keep in mind that she wrote this in quarantine and took inspiration from a lot of situations including some fictional ones, so don’t even try to pull out the old narrative that the media created about her and her past relationships, and just enjoy the music. This album is a masterpiece. Also the fact that she wrote, recorded, and released the album along with a beautiful music video all in the span of 4 months is incredible. Proud of her. Expand
  57. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Excellent lyrics, amazing production. Taylor Swift did an incredible job. Stream folklore!!!
  58. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Shows how versatile she is ....this is like a debut album of a "new Taylor"
  59. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de nuestra Miss Americana. Transmite muchísimo aunque podríamos compararlo con RED, sin duda la pelea entre estos dos como el mejor álbum de Taylor está difícil. 10/10
  60. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    is the best album of taylor's career, she proved that she can cross all the limits of an american composer after lana.
  61. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. its perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect perfect Expand
  62. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is a perfect album. She really decided to switch genres and did it with utter perfection. I am afraid to say that this album is already the best album released this year
  63. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's a amazing album, maybe her best. All the song are so beautiful. She is the best songwriter of all the time.
  64. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album is perfect, and she explored a new genre and I didn't expect her to serve a masterpiece on a short time, in love
  65. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore proves that Swift’s songwriting can fit any genre. Folklore is mature, whimsical and emotional. A different look from her happy, romantic side in her previous album, Lover.
  66. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor outdid herself again. An album we didn't expect or know was needed but it fit us like the perfect sweater (or should I say cardigan). Well done Taylor
  67. 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
  68. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such a brilliant soothing album
    Perfect for rainy days!!
    Once again Taylor showed why she is the best songwriter out there..
  69. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is Taylor's best album so far. There are a whole range of emotions and stories with its plots and characters. She's successfully widens her range of songwriting and music production. Her vocals are on point and could soothe any scarred soul. Folklore is a masterpiece.
  70. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Ms. Swift’s foremost album, lyrically and cohesively. From track 1, “The 1” where she sings of a lost love that could’ve been, to track 16, “Hoax” where she sings of faithless love; the folklore theme is evident throughout.
  71. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This record sounds nothing like Swift has ever done, yet it sounds exactly like her. Not just an album, but an expression of human emotions and feelings wrapped in themes of nostalgia, romance, revenge and heartbreak. Truly, Swift's peak as an artist.
  72. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece lyrically and melodically. Taylor comes back with her well known story telling abilities, better than ever before.
  73. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such an incredible masterpiece of how talented and extraordinary writer is Taylor Swift
  74. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Al escuchar este nuevo álbum, no puedo sentir nada más que tranquilidad, paz, relajación. "Folklore" es lo que todos necesitamos para cualquier momento de estrés, amargura, rabia, odio. Porque te relajará de todas las formas posibles. Sus letras, sus ritmos, hacen que sea un álbum único y perfecto. Taylor Swift, en realidad nos sorprendió con un álbum tan hermoso, un álbum que merece laAl escuchar este nuevo álbum, no puedo sentir nada más que tranquilidad, paz, relajación. "Folklore" es lo que todos necesitamos para cualquier momento de estrés, amargura, rabia, odio. Porque te relajará de todas las formas posibles. Sus letras, sus ritmos, hacen que sea un álbum único y perfecto. Taylor Swift, en realidad nos sorprendió con un álbum tan hermoso, un álbum que merece la apreciación má mes linda. Sin duda, mi álbum favorito en lo que va del 2020.
    Gracias, Taylor Swift.
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  75. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s best work yet! This album is a lyrical masterpiece! A must listen Album of the Year! Absolutely FANTASTIC, love you Taylor!!!
  76. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    SPEECHLESS.

    The lyricism, the whimsical journey through a story arc. This is just an incredible album.

    The way these lyrics give you more than a typical tv show plot! The trio of cardigan, August and Betty - tells a crazy love triangle from each perspective! Nobody else has the talent to do THIS!
  77. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    brilliant record, her best album yet, such a great new sound and every song is amazing in its own way
  78. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her mature sound is the best thing ever literally.. honestly album of the year
  79. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. as someone who often feels too much, holds on to people and things for far too long, longs for what I’ve lost, for what I’ve never had, and what I’ve yet to find, the imagination...the escapism...the fantastical tapestry she’s woven through these sad, beautiful, tragic moments of fantasy, history, and memory deeply resonate with me. as all of her songs always have. and yet this album seems to be different. seems to resonate more than any of her past albums. maybe it’s the unpredictable time we’ve found ourselves in. but a bigger part of me thinks that it’s the stories being told. there’s so much value in storytelling. in personal stories, stories of those we know, stories of those we don’t. folklore is my favorite story yet. I’ve listened to it on repeat for hours. I’ll listen to it when I feel lonely and when I feel deep moments of sadness, knowing these songs will make me feel so much less alone. Expand
  80. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is outstanding. Taylor Swift continues to raise the bar for herself. This was the sound that was missing from her discography and she couldn’t have done a better job implementing it.
  81. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Album of the year worthy, love this album. It’s so different than all the rest of the albums of Taylor and that’s really great. She can do anything country, pop, alternative, you name it.
  82. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is a another masterpiece Taylor had made. I love how she isn’t afraid to step into another genre and completely own it.
  83. Aug 30, 2020
    0
    okayish and rather too long.....why she has to change her genre everytime???....
  84. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor swift at her best with magical lyricism and brand new soft production. 10/10 queen
  85. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift breaks into a new genre for her with this album, and she does it with power and grace. folklore is a masterpiece and quite possibly the highlight of Swift's career.
  86. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her best periodt. i love speak now because of the lyrical genius that went into it and this album beat that.
  87. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it's my favorite album. I like it I love it
    it talk about joe
    It is album of the year
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  88. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Although this is a sound that Taylor is new to, it has the oh-so familiar Taylor Swift lyricism and storytelling that makes this an instant classic.
  89. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is calming and incredible. Taylor S proves once again the music industry she is just a national
    Treasure and should be more appreciated. There just ain’t nobody like this artist. The lyrics the rhythm everything is incredible and not a single skip . Thank you Taylor for this gift we don’t deserve you. Usually artist with her experience flop and can’t make another good album but
    This album is calming and incredible. Taylor S proves once again the music industry she is just a national
    Treasure and should be more appreciated. There just ain’t nobody like this artist. The lyrics the rhythm everything is incredible and not a single skip . Thank you Taylor for this gift we don’t deserve you. Usually artist with her experience flop and can’t make another good album but man this woman just does it again. Have mercy Taylor on the new artist lol k bye
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  90. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album might be Taylor's best. The lyrics, melodies and production are exquisite. This album brings a feeling of nostalgia, childhood memories and love. If feels like opening an old journal/diary and diving in the words written. It's a perfect album that shows Taylor's maturity and ability to make music of any genre.
  91. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. fddddddfffcfcccvhkyfvggfvgdvfcvfcfsw fffff cdddd. ghggg. seweeerghtec gf deachr Expand
  92. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Such a beautiful addition to her catalogue. Mature yet whimsical. Fun to hear not only her stories but some from the perspectives of others!
  93. Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE BEST ALBUM PRODUCED BY TAYLOR SWIFT. THIS ALBUM DESERVES ALBUM OF THE YEAR, OR SHOULD I SAY ALBUM OF THE DECADE? Expand
  94. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Loved the album, concept, vocals, lyrics, and production are amazing! Definitely recommend listening to folklore!!!!
  95. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I love all of Taylor's albums, but after having listen through folklore it's a strong contender for her best album so far. It's hauntingly beautiful with so many amazing tracks and no skips at all. Both melodically on lyrically she proves again to be one of the best songwriters of our generation.
  96. Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I really admire the way she writes, the way she puts love in songs, and the very simple person she is, Admiring people who build you is the best feeling in the world! ♥️♥️
  97. 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.
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  98. 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.
  99. Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just listened to Folklore, this is absolute folk perfection, this is something you would not expect from her. Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.