folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. Lucasele
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the best album of I head in my whole life mirrorball IS THE BEST SONG
  2. diegoroberts
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The word perfect is not enough to describe this album. This is Taylor’s best album, cause it’s personal and intimate. Maybe the best album of the year followed by Sawayama and Fetch the bolts culture. Thank you Taylor, thank you.
  3. leonelgamer
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arte, sencillamente no puedo describir tremenda Joya que nos ha regalado esta increíble artista.… Expand
  4. Anika_anika13
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show- stopping, spectacular, never- the- same, totally unique, completely- not- ever- been- done- before
  5. Dewaswift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is really a masterpiece, a legendary, full of poetic lyrics, and so nice to listen to. just WOW WOW and WOW!!
  6. vfavaron
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    It's her most lyrical and sonore cohesive album, also her voice sounds better than ever!
  7. maryanna
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    mesmo estando no meio de uma pandemia e de uma quarentena ela conseguiu lançar um trabalho de boa qualidade, coesivo, com ótimas letras e melodias, deve ganhar todos os grammys em q ele concorrer.
  8. dvmendes
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I can say this is her best album so far. The lyrics, the production, everything. She did a wonderful piece of work and truly deserves it to be album of the year.
  9. ernestogomez18
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    I've always had respect for Taylor Swift's music, but this album undoubtedly showed everyone that she is an excellent music writer full of humanism, great stories to tell and fresh musical ideas.
  10. danius
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O Álbum é bastante coeso e limpo, Taylor Swift criou uma Atmosfera mágica surpreendente em seu novo álbum, diria que é seu trabalho mais maduro. Um outro ponto positivo é que apesar das 16 faixas, o álbum ñ se torna cansativo. Na verdade foi tudo bem pensado desde as composições até mesmo a estética do álbum. A sonoridade me lembrou muito alguns trabalhos da Lana Del Rey, creio que foi uma grande inspiração para a Taylor. Destaques do álbum: Exile, This is me Trying, seven, August e My tears ricochet.

    NOTA: 94    … Expand
  11. soundmate
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A household name such as Taylor Swift can do whatever she pleases and still succeed. Despite knowing that the immediate musical success relies in composing upbeat pop tracks and distributing them massively, Taylor Swift has decided to take the biggest risk for a pop star in recent memory by turning her highly anticipated next musical project into a smooth indie folk album. She deserves aA household name such as Taylor Swift can do whatever she pleases and still succeed. Despite knowing that the immediate musical success relies in composing upbeat pop tracks and distributing them massively, Taylor Swift has decided to take the biggest risk for a pop star in recent memory by turning her highly anticipated next musical project into a smooth indie folk album. She deserves a lot of credit only for doing this since she has left the easy path to release something musically pleasing that feels personal and true, something fresh and authentic, something real. Swift's music has taken a new radical direction and, honestly, I love it. To abandon the lyrics about her recent lovers and starting writing about other people's experiences as if it was a photo album means leaving apart a part of her essence as a songwrtiter and artist yes, but, at the same time, the morbidness the media has had with her records since the beggining of her career has ended or might start dissapearing now. It isn't Taylor Swift who has changed but people's perception on her persona. To treat this girl as an artist who writes about past relationships and personal experiences instead of a manipulative cold-hearted b*tch that wants to tear every boy on Earth down is something that should have been done years ago. This is what I call coverted sexism, something to fight against to.
    Anyway, back to the music. With "folklore" Swift has demonstrated that she is one of an artist. Collaborating with members of eternal rock/indie bands from The National to Bon Iver, her music has reached another level of personal and general satisfaction. If I am allowed to, I might say this is the best English language album I've ever paid this much attention to and respected this much since "Melodrama" by Lorde back in 2017. Actually, to me, "folklore" feels like a dark B-side of the mentioned album; it is a musical experience, where you travel to a broken dark Beverly Hills, where dreams break down and tears fall. Covering themes as interesting as politics, love, heartbreak and death, I can affirm without any doubt that this is the best project Swift has put out in her entire career. This is something we all needed in her discography, it feels so damn great it hurts. What also is very positive is that "folklore" has the essence of a traditional album. Beyoncé one said that modern day artists only focus on releasing a bunch of singles and then drop them in an album that feels more like a singles collection than anything else. Who would have known that it would be Taylor Swift who told Beyoncé she was wrong? Nobody. This is just an album, a collection of private material written from the heart and soul of the artist, one where you can feel the pain in every sung word.
    In conclusion, with "folklore", Taylor Swift has consolidated herself as a musician instead of a vulgar pop star, she has exploted her talent as a performer and songwriter to the maximum level rubbing shoulders with the elite of indie rock music in order to make the most pleasant, listen-worthy album to ever be released in modern history. With freedom, care, delicacy and a lot of love and passion for the art, Taylor Swift has just released a masterpiece. Just press play and enjoy Taylor whispering to the trees as a suffering soul; step into this blue psychological therapy and accompany us to this "How I Met Your Mother"-style personal couch conversation with your beloved ones. Do not ever miss this album, its the most beautiful.    … Expand
  12. Affan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album lyrically. She literally proved herself as a mastermind in country, pop and now alternative/indie pop too. Every song is nostalgic and brings tears to my eyes. She has probably topped 1989 and RED finally.
  13. Otavio01
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore esta simplesmente PERFEITO ( assim como todos o outros albuns) a Taylor e perspicaz em tudo que faz
  14. lunwei
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album gives me a lot of tragic vibes. Masterpiece. Perfection. Album of the year, decade and century. This deserved 10/10.
  15. 67uynvcw
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Lyrical genius. This is the heightened version of Taylor in the fearless era. Matured but also polished. There’s no catchy choruses that plagued ME!. I’d describe it as 16 tracks on the same caliber as all too well
  16. strawhatdlg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album of Taylor Swift. I really love it lyrically. The beats, the music, anything about folklore is way too iconic.
  17. giioleite
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Impactante. O melhor da carreira. Taylor em sua versão alternativa combina seu já conhecido talento lírico com um experimentalismo musical novo para sua discografia. Com uma consistência rara, não deixa a desejar em nada, e entrega todos o sentimentalismo que o álbum pede e promete.
  18. 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
  19. bruna95ms
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor swift is the music industry, taylor swift is the music industry, taylor swift is the music industry
  20. Umut001
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her lyrically richest album to date. She has done it again ! Wow
  21. DavidTP
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Después de Lover, Taylor Swift nos regala su album más maduro hasta el momento, con sonidos melancólicos e historias de amor ficticias, pero, con las cuales te puedes conectar.
  22. samuellsilva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wow. Mesmerizing, good construction and a différent way to make music. Again
  23. Matt1313
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An amazing album and totally new sound for Taylor. The album fits the current climate perfectly. BRAVA
  24. Moha13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    er best album ever, such a masterpiece. The production, the lyrics, her voice. EVERYTHING
  25. cruelpatty
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum Of The Year! esse álbum é um orgasmos. um dos melhores desse ano de longe
  26. immortalkay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    yes taylor exactly, one of the best albums of 2020,,,, every single song is beautiful
  27. dudafmirandac
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor swift IS the music industry! she's just perfect, and that's is why I love her.
  28. fabromance1
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    maior que muito, que sabor incrível recomendo hein enfim ela e a patroa e nada mais importa amore!
  29. camilaramosib
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    the teen love triangle, the lyrics and the melodies made this the best album released this year! and even i can say its one of swift’s best albums
  30. Frndll
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album of 2020, at first in my heart, incredible!!!!!! Perfect!!!! Love you ts
  31. Gabyels
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dando un giro de 180 grados, nuevamente Taylor cambia de género y lo hace de una manera que lo hace parecer fácil y a la vez es tan sutil y hermoso.… Expand
  32. Sof97
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Me atrevo a decir que es su mejor álbum, no sólo liricamente, sino por sus melodías, su estética y la vibra que transmite el álbum... Es simplemente mágico y muy pacifico.
  33. janhendrik
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ALBUM OF THE YEARR
    The 1, epiphany, mad woman = the holy trinity Taylor really did: THAT    … Expand
  34. harshvardhan19
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album ever omg it's a masterpiece by the Queen Taylor Swift herself, it's so beautiful and aesthetically pleasing… Expand
  35. handsomevil
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Impecável !! Obrigado Taylor por compartilhar mais uma vez a profundidade de seus sentimentos, por dividir conosco reflexões e pensamentos sinceros. A maior e mais talentosa artista dessa indústria.
  36. HannaDL
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums and the one with the most beautiful aesthetic! Exile, My Tears Ricochet and Epiphany are masterpieces!
  37. Umagranger
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Amazing album taylor did it again all songs are so good and magical. Lyrics are so good!!
  38. carolinakinter
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I love this album. I love the truth on it. I love the way its so vulnerable but so strong. So true. This is everything everyone needed.
  39. RegiaSheffer
    Jul 31, 2020
    4
    Best song on the album is exile and that says a lot. Too many tracks sounding the same.. no doubt she’s a good songwriter though
  40. iamjade
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Never expected an album like that from Taylor, she outdid herself. Pure perfection.
  41. 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.
  42. Francoogomz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es una OBRA MAESTRA en toda su palabra! Sin duda alguna es una de los mejores trabajos de Swift.Su lírica, voz, instrumental, TODO está perfecto! 100/100
  43. juliasoloben
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    it’s a masterpiece. we knew taylor was an amazing lyricist but we can clearly see it here. It’s perfection.
  44. Aggy98
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is lyrically beautiful and just comes across as very sincere. As many have said very much a sonic shift from the previous albums but it is a good one. The songs flow very well and listening to them is a great escape from the world right now. Pretty much perfect in my eyes… Expand
  45. Luis3
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece.
    The album of the year.
    She is the queen of the music industry.
  46. Rayray105
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    A beautifully written masterpiece. Full of melodies and ballads that speak to the heart. I love this album. It brings you back and takes you inside a story that you may have never been to before while also reminding you of times you may have forgotten. Like opening an old box left in the attic. Brings you nostalgic feelings and brings you to the woods and fall.
  47. Ariolator
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Outsold Lover already
    Folklor album of the year along Ungodly hour and Fetch the bolt cutters.
    Changes, worst album of the year wbk
  48. Metaomkar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album just proves why Taylor swift is the artist of the decade. She switched from Country to Pop to Alternative just like that. This album deserves a grammy. A masterpiece indeed.
  49. duda_
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift mostra mais uma vez, que ela é incrível e talentosa não importa o estilo da música, esse álbum é a prova disso, fazia tempo que não ouvia um álbum tão perfeito, coeso, com as composições tão lindas e maravilhosas, Taylor Swift é a compositora do milênio
  50. SG_romanoff
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album gives me chills. That´s so perfect, I love it. The way that the story is told is so incredible
  51. rcal26
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wonderful! What a great surprise! So good! I really loved it! The songs are incredible!
  52. ourdangerous
    Oct 30, 2020
    0
    vaca kanye west nunca mentiu! peida e faz um álbum completamente sem sal. vaza loirinha!
  53. Jamesvassper
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is perfect poetry and piano together results in a true work of art and unsurprisingly Taylor Swift never disappoints in her works and as professional critics have previously said she is the music industry… Expand
  54. Alvaroganito
    Jul 24, 2020
    8
    Conceitos e estilos musicas Taylor aposta em um álbum acustico no início se passa como algo assustador, mas ela transforma a obra inteira como um oásis sonoro encantando o ouvinte do início ao fim, totalmente sentimental e sincero Folklore me tirou lagrimas com as faixas “this is me trying” e "august" não ha palavras para dizer sobre esse trabalho incrível e tão impecável, no meio da obraConceitos e estilos musicas Taylor aposta em um álbum acustico no início se passa como algo assustador, mas ela transforma a obra inteira como um oásis sonoro encantando o ouvinte do início ao fim, totalmente sentimental e sincero Folklore me tirou lagrimas com as faixas “this is me trying” e "august" não ha palavras para dizer sobre esse trabalho incrível e tão impecável, no meio da obra existe faixas como "mirrorball que esta um nível a baixo das outras faixas, mas não deixa de ser ruim só se passa como algo que merecia um pouco mais de trabalho.… Expand
  55. 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
  56. Kamisou
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece. The production, her voice, the lyrics, it all seems just to fit.
  57. Rarestressed
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore com certeza é o ápice da carreira da Taylor. Maduro, inovador e composições impecáveis e profundas. Se antes ainda não estava claro isso, agora é um fato de que Swift é uma das artistas mais talentosas da atualidade. Ela é a indústria da música.
  58. teewai1836
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album was really different. Exile stood out beautifully for me, I loved it so much.

    This album was a whole new attempt by Taylor Swift and I loved it
  59. kaiquebelo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor Swift’s songwriting skills at their highest point. Such a beautiful, well thought, and creative album. This sound different from everything she has already done. Absolutely flawless.
  60. saja1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the most amazing wonderful album, you will love every second, Taylor Swift is the music industry. period.
  61. 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. .
  62. Vladkk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    she’s iconic, a genius, made most of this album in quarantine. stan the artist of the decade or d word

    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, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted, everything you need.
  63. Ritanshu
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is literally a masterpiece, her most mature record and best album lyrically. she's one of the most versatile artist out there and i can't be more proud of her! ❤️
  64. julia2509
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    conceito, coesão e aclamação. parabéns patroa mais uma vez se sucedendo em tudo que se propõe a fazer
  65. juannzw
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    se reinventou, e teve qualidade amo, a taylor swift é a propria industria musical, tudo gira em torno dela
  66. GeHao
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    An incredible album. The lyricism is beautiful and the production is amazing.
  67. stylesmary1d
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum maravilhoso !!!!!!
    Não achei que ia ficar gostar tanto desse álbum, sem sobras de dúvida melhor álbum de toda ,    … Expand
  68. Ariflovestay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is the BEST SINGER. HER SKILL WRITING, SING, ALL IS AMAZING. I NEVER HEARD ALBUM LIKE THIS BEFORE, AND I REALLY LIKE THIS ALBUM
  69. Parrita2813
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    As a person that like the upbeat songs from Taylor, I was worried that I would like the album. However this album is a 10/10, the lyrics are great, it is sonically cohesive and is a new genre for Taylor. I can’t even decide with one is my favorite song
  70. Benru1008
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taaaaaaayloooooooor. The whole album is Simply lyrical amaziiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiing
  71. Victoriaswiftie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Um álbum incrível que, para um projeto planejado durante uma quarentena e produzido em uma atmosfera tensa de lockdown e isolamento, se sobressai nos mais diversos níveis, além de carregar a leveza e a mais pura essência da Taylor.
  72. notgoodkind
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un álbum maravilloso, desde principio hasta el final. Destacó demasiado la producción y letras de este trabajo tan maravilloso pero más que eso las armonías y puentes que te hacen viajar a otra galaxia. El mejor trabajo de Taylor Swift. TAYLOR NEVER DISAPPOINTS
  73. dhonata
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Esse com toda certeza do mundo, é o melhor álbum dela!! E digo com tranquilidade. LENDÁRIA
  74. taynaramoraes
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is just amazing, thank you Taylor for this, I love you so much more today
  75. Tanavijoshi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album feels like a warm hug on a cold night, but from yourself. It feels like feeling content in your company. Its definitely the sound of country Taylor, lyrically, the album feels like a story, the lyrics are beautiful and the music is so mellow, although the music isn't significantly different in each song, they still stand out individually. Definitely going to be listening to thisThe album feels like a warm hug on a cold night, but from yourself. It feels like feeling content in your company. Its definitely the sound of country Taylor, lyrically, the album feels like a story, the lyrics are beautiful and the music is so mellow, although the music isn't significantly different in each song, they still stand out individually. Definitely going to be listening to this one for a long time.… Expand
  76. repsnake
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente mais uma obra prima extremamente bem trabalhada e produzida. Taylor mostrou que consegue entregar para o publico um álbum completo, com 16 musicas contando várias histórias perfeitamente escritas dentro de um conceito Folk/Pop-Indie. Total e muito orgulho desse projeto.
  77. Alessandro0797
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Taylor Swift is one of the best singer of the decade. This album is so beautiful
  78. Carlos26763
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Perfecto, cada canción es perfecta desde ritmo a letra, no es aburrido y tampoco tiene ninguna canción mala, simplemente espectacular
  79. lirachavez
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift with this album not only reinvents himself and goes from pop to alternative. If not, it also gives us sounds that we have never heard in it, letters and stories that inspire and make you dream. Once again she did it again and did it well.
  80. mrb1998
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    musical excellence just as you'd expect from taylor, folklore is beautifully and magically written, produced and sung. just amazing. again.
  81. santi_b93
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is an album that shows a version of Taylor Swift out of pop, more vulnerable. In this album, she tells us a story that in spite of being simple, they calm down and sound melodic. It's a work that was worth listening to, it has a fantastic and powerful voice.
    Great work!    … Expand
  82. SINNWIFITIE
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The best 2020's album and her best album ever. It's so beautiful, I don't know how to explain, just to feel.
  83. Moonchild321
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Put on your earphones. And be carried away to a magical land created by Taylor. Where there is drama....castle....love triangle ...and grandpa stories.
  84. CamilaFloresT
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the album of the year!!
    The Melody, lyrics, the piano, the violin, the harmonica, all this is more than good.
    Thanks for this Taylor.
  85. javeriaa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    amazing incredible body of work that tels a story. it’s is a concept album and done incredibly well. wow some of her best work ever. so emotional
  86. Sergiuadi
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is really impresive! Taylor Swift really did this! The best album of the year! I love it so much
  87. andybeltranih
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns que já ouvi na minha vida e sem dúvidas o MELHOR de 2020. As composições são tão lindas. Não consigo parar de ouvir e imaginar as histórias por trás disso. Obrigada por tudo, loirinha!
  88. Setonev7
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Perfection Taylor Swift reached her peak on this record, the lyrics are extraordinarily, flawless, very mature Swift took us to her mind and showed us a side of her that we never seen before !

    She never disappointed !

    My regards to the one and only
    Taylor Swift, Artist of the decade
  89. TargaryenSwift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Outstanding songwriting, brilliant vocals, amazing instrumentation and excellent voice. Taylor really snapped with this one.
  90. Jessica_13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum que salio durante este tiempo un álbum que no sabias que necesitabas ❤
  91. ehyaphehe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the best thing that ever happened in 2020, and it soothing and comforting my anxieties during this pandemic.
  92. Batheeuso
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The 1- 7
    Cardigan- 8
    The Last Great American Dynasty-10
    Exile- 10
    My Tears Ricochet- 10
    Mirrorball- 10
    Seven- 8
    August- 9
    This Is Me Trying- 10
    Illicit Affairs- 10
    Invisible String- 10
    Mad Woman- 10
    Epiphany- 10
    Betty- 10
    Peace- 10
    Hoax- 10
  93. LenisLuisa
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Es un excelente álbum, con excelentes líricas y un gran sentimiento, muy intenso y emotivo. Simplemente excelente.
  94. Ineedhelp
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is her best one yet. A great choice to go into sonically and lyrically.
  95. rociogomezzz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album it's absolutly amazing, i love it so much, so heartfull and true, i think this is one of the most honests albums that Taylor has ever made. The fact that she did all this in quarantine just makes it more brilliant, the lyrics, amazing, the visuals, expectacular, i have nothing to complain about, just for the fact that the album ENDS and leaves you empty and crying for listeningthis album it's absolutly amazing, i love it so much, so heartfull and true, i think this is one of the most honests albums that Taylor has ever made. The fact that she did all this in quarantine just makes it more brilliant, the lyrics, amazing, the visuals, expectacular, i have nothing to complain about, just for the fact that the album ENDS and leaves you empty and crying for listening such a masterpiece. JUST GIVE THE WOMAN ALL THE GRAMMYS… Expand
  96. gabsaylor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. no doubt, folklore by taylor swift IS a masterpiece. it's so good to see how she get mature through the years and how talented she is.
    it's a magical album with so many good and beautiful songs, all the melodies are so different comparing with her other albums, it's so well produced and well written. taylor never disappoints in reinventing herself and how many emotions she put in it.    … Expand
  97. hwlfking
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Best album of her ever! She is so mature and smart, I have no words for this.
  98. gui8997
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    that’s just a masterpiece! the lyrics are beautiful and combined with her voice is so magnificent and well thought.
  99. 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!
  100. bluewintersmoon
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The older sister of Red. Taylor Swift has outdone herself and has made an album meant to be listened to on every occasion, spanning multiple generations.
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#13 Best Album of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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Metascore
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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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