folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. 03AOTY
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    OBRIGADO POR ESSE ÁLBUM AMOR EU TE AMO MAIS QUE TUDO ESSE ÁLBUM SALVOU MINHA VIDA
  2. choiyerim
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Best album i've ever heard in my entire life. I actually can't believe how Taylor can be the greatest in storytelling, the best at songwriting of our geneeration and for the future ones. She's INSANE for this. Amazing production (Jack and Aaron, you guys are magical), beautiful lyrics, great voice. She's absolutely magnificent, totally deserved AOTY.
  3. Jhonferreira26
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum péssimo ! ....... ..........................................,..........................… Expand
  4. M4CC4
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Should not be at the top, there are a few skips on this album however do enjoy a few songs
  5. Gustavo2846
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Nota 0.........................................................................
  6. musiclover797
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Nothing new. All the songs are boring. So much filler songs, way too many songs. All sound like the same. There’s nothing new.
  7. Rodsniw
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrible album, song sleeping, this scoundrel had to appeal to make an alternative album imitating Lana's style to see if she is recognized for her compositions, all this doesn't pass to please the old grammy bench, and this extortion certainly did it.… Expand
  8. whatsanenea
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Trash. Lana outdid. Songs like exile and my tears **** fail to make understand what is good in this boring, annoying 2020 indie-like album. It should be taken down for the abominity that it is.… Expand
  9. Jhonatan12
    Aug 22, 2022
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Péssimo ......... ..........................................,..........................… Expand
  10. Gabrielabdmw
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Ruim.... ......... ..........................................,..........................
  11. Jdhake
    Aug 22, 2022
    1
    Péssimo ......... ..........................................,..........................
  12. sasalina
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    boring album, she should make other genre of music. august is amazing though
  13. talyasmads
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    worst album ever hate it like no other stream demi lovato instead of this pedophilia supporter
  14. Leonardo247
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Horrivellllllll ,.................................... K ......vb..
  15. Crazyhihi
    Aug 22, 2022
    0
    Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa hjhhhhhhhhhh aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa kkkkkkkkkkk hhhhhhhhhhhhh
  16. Ricko
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    1989 was the first TS album I bought and I was directed in its direction after listening to Ryan Adams' track by track cover of it. It was a solid 8/10 and since then I've been a bit of a closet swifty. I skipped on "Reputation" and "Lover" as the initial stuff I heard was just too pop for my taste. When I saw that the latest album "folklore" had involvements from the top table of the1989 was the first TS album I bought and I was directed in its direction after listening to Ryan Adams' track by track cover of it. It was a solid 8/10 and since then I've been a bit of a closet swifty. I skipped on "Reputation" and "Lover" as the initial stuff I heard was just too pop for my taste. When I saw that the latest album "folklore" had involvements from the top table of the 2010's US indie scene in Bon Iver, Aaron Dessner and Thomas Bartlett my interest was peaked again. I wasn't disappointed and this ranks among one of the better global smash releases of the year. As a fan of The National, the Dessner tracks standout but I found the majority of the album extremely listenable with plenty of high points. Lyrically, although it's familiar ground, it's Swift at her storytelling best. In terms of melody it is beautiful simplicity. It is produced to perfection. There is a consistent feel to the whole record which makes it a better album experience than I expected. This album has more strong album tracks than obvious hit singles, both unusual and a risk for arguably the biggest pop star on the planet. I now own 2 physical Taylor Swift albums. Not something I thought would happen 7 years ago.… Expand
  17. robsoneduardo
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    folklore brings out the unique and exquisite lyricism Taylor has. those are her best lyrics so far.
  18. DanDubs
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album! Taylor Swifts ability to constantly adapt to the musical scene is emphasized further in this game changing record.
  19. dave40
    Dec 13, 2020
    1
    S O B R E V A L O R A D A Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
  20. vitortfv
    Dec 3, 2020
    7
    It is undeniable that Swift has great skills as a songwriter and Folklore is proof of that. The album brings a different sound from the rest of her discography and very intimate lyrics. However my problem with the album was some melodies not so easy to hear, sounding a little strange.
  21. JMDGamotia
    Aug 23, 2020
    6
    The Last Great American Dynasty also pertains to wholesale destruction and then contains "Holiday House" and "Standard Oil".
  22. adwinGreg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album Taylor ever released. Its sad slow songs make it perfect for a rainy season. The lyrics are phenomenal showing Taylor's ability to write poetic songs.
  23. Shivam_Murari
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has a habit of presenting an unexpected finesse on the table every single time but her ability to best herself every single time and leave us shocked and thrilled is something no other artist has. Certainly not her contemporaries. Folklore, like its name, will be passed down for generations.
  24. Mauoricio
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Her best album to date, lyricly, sonically and production-wise! The composer Taylor really stands out, giving us folklores from several character’s perspectives, including a love triangle. The only featuring artist in the album really stands out. Bon Iver is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who really got into the spirit of the album. Producers Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner made this aHer best album to date, lyricly, sonically and production-wise! The composer Taylor really stands out, giving us folklores from several character’s perspectives, including a love triangle. The only featuring artist in the album really stands out. Bon Iver is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who really got into the spirit of the album. Producers Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner made this a masterpiece and will definitely be proud to have this on their catalog.… Expand
  25. IAmAriaAvlis
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    one of the best, if not the best, album of the year! taylor never fails to amaze me
  26. DevilPray
    Oct 30, 2020
    7
    As a whole it feels kinda bland and boring but Seven and Exile are top 10 in her discography. Especially Seven.
  27. unitedforever
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful album - lyrically stunning! Best track - the "love triangle trilogy" (Cardigan, August, Betty), Invisible Strings, Mirrorball, the 1, Seven.

    Taylor showing her true versatility, a third major genre she has moved into (after country and pop) and proving she excels in each.
  28. danielsons
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Best thing she released since RED in 2012.

    Favs: exile, illicit affairs, cardigan and august.
    Least fav: mad woman.

    Grade: 9,5/10
  29. DonovanKoen25
    Aug 31, 2020
    8
    I have been a fan for a while and I have to say that is a bit of a different Taylor, although 2020 was apparently not depressing enough lets throw Folklore in it as well! There are some beautiful songs on this album that will twist every heart after a few glasses of wine! But it is very well written and an enjoyable album. Worth a listen and breaking new ground! Good work!!!
  30. avr50
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    I wait a long time for this review, but that was because I wanted to see how it aged in me. Of course, aged is in this case, almost a month after it´s released. Anyway, I think that in that time, the album has "aged" pretty well. When I first listened to this album I was a little confused, I knew that the lyrics were incredible, but the overall tone and the mood was very different fromI wait a long time for this review, but that was because I wanted to see how it aged in me. Of course, aged is in this case, almost a month after it´s released. Anyway, I think that in that time, the album has "aged" pretty well. When I first listened to this album I was a little confused, I knew that the lyrics were incredible, but the overall tone and the mood was very different from other projects that it was a little confusing, but after listening over and over, the songs have grown on me, much more than I hoped. What really shines is her lyrics, as almost every Taylor Swift song, but in this project, the soft music combined with the lyrics makes it all so much more emotional, honest and mature. Her voice is so mature as well that, even though we can recognize that is her singing, we have to compare her voice in latest projects and see that she has changed and is not the same person when she wrote "Love Story" or "Blank Space" or "Delicate". I believe that this is gonna be on the top of a lot of critics best albums of the year, because, besides the comparisons with her other albums, this is, on its own, a masterpiece. I personally think that is Taylor´s best album, but my favorites will still be "Speak Now" and "1989"… Expand
  31. utkarshbansal
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
    My favourite of her albums. The way this is me trying hits me in my soul ;-;
  32. gu4stavo
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Her best album. Hauntingly beautiful and melancholic. Period. Her lyrical skills are just beyond insane.
  33. destruitaylor
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    this album is pure art. she constantly sets the bar so high it’s unbelievable. she’s just on a whole other level. this album is so deep and vulnerable and meaningful and I’m so grateful to her for being so brave and honest and I literally love her so much.
  34. barthurbottino
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Um dos meus preferidos da carreira e do ano de 2020. Letra, produção, instrumental, estrutura, timing de lançamento, tudo muito bem feito. A qualidade dela como compositora é inegável. Perfeito, em muitas maneiras, perfeito.
  35. punchkano
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Much more than expected, high-class songwriting skills, beautiful lyrics and excellent storytelling. incredible.
    my favs: Seven, Cardigan, The Lakes, The 1, Hoax, TLGAD, My Tears Ricochet, Exile ft.Bon Iver, Epiphany
  36. Eduardo19
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Um álbum coeso, com canções fortes e completamente memorável. Taylor mais uma vez se reinventou e surpreendeu a todos.
  37. FrankyRiver
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    The songs have deeply relatable and poignant poetry to them. There's barely a misstep in these songs; it may run a little long like her album "Lover" tracklist, but I appreciate the stories here. These are songs told in the point of view of others, like the album title suggests. I have always wanted Taylor to go in this direction since releasing 'Safe and Sound', a gentle approach andThe songs have deeply relatable and poignant poetry to them. There's barely a misstep in these songs; it may run a little long like her album "Lover" tracklist, but I appreciate the stories here. These are songs told in the point of view of others, like the album title suggests. I have always wanted Taylor to go in this direction since releasing 'Safe and Sound', a gentle approach and introspective and introverted approach to music, appropriate in timing due to COVID-19.

    She's made three pop records in a row, and I think the timing couldn't have been any better to release something less in line with these. It's a good career change and growth. She has a talent for making songs feel urgent at different points, describing normal events and stories in a way that feels grand and reflective.    … Expand
  38. Simao
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    UPDATED REVIEW (deluxe edition)

    folklore is ethereal, beautiful, complex yet laying on a musical simplicity that’s warming and reassuring everything will be alright again. this album caught us all so off guard and as a big taylor stan since her red days i can say i was very excited but also scared of the outcome it might have had. taylor broke with all my expectations for this    UPDATED REVIEW (deluxe edition)

    folklore is ethereal, beautiful, complex yet laying on a musical simplicity that’s warming and reassuring everything will be alright again.

    this album caught us all so off guard and as a big taylor stan since her red days i can say i was very excited but also scared of the outcome it might have had.

    taylor broke with all my expectations for this album presenting an aoty-worthy album (in a year with fiona’s and rina’s completion) and creating literal magic in a way only she cans.

    as her 3rd major genre change, after growing up country and reaching her mainstream climax as pop, the soft-alt / indie plays so greatly with the times we are living right now and the way we all feel. i'm so glad she decided to experiment new stuff and coming up with her most experimental album so far.

    it took me 2 days of repeated and (literally) never-stopping listening of the album to fully understand how i feel about it... yet i still cannot put it into words how magical and meaningful this album is...

    fav songs: cardigan, august, betty & the lakes
    least fav: exile    … Expand
  39. LeoMusicCritic
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    'folklore' is definitely Taylor's best album in the recent years and a completely different sound that works very well for her. The cohesive sound of the album and interesting lyricism also help build this album to be one of her best works.
  40. JoCat99
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is the clear example of what Taylor Swift is made of: lyrics full of stories, clean production and this unique Taylor’s voices that fits perfectly with the concept.
  41. CosmicPaint
    Jul 26, 2020
    5
    Not much of a reinvention for Taylor. Dull melodies do this album a disservice despite some of the most mature lyrics I’ve heard from her. Exile and my tears ricochet are the only standouts from this otherwise forgettable album.
  42. brunolemon04
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, nice lyrics and it’s probably her best album. Seven is the best song on the album and everyone should check it out.
  43. Youngmetro
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    I am not a Taylor swift fan but i really enjoyed this album. The stripped-back production on this body of work complements and highlights Taylor's voice and songwriting better than any of her previous albums.I do feel like it gets a little too samey towards to end and obviously I feel like the album is being overrated and overly positive review bombed by her fans however I do believe itsI am not a Taylor swift fan but i really enjoyed this album. The stripped-back production on this body of work complements and highlights Taylor's voice and songwriting better than any of her previous albums.I do feel like it gets a little too samey towards to end and obviously I feel like the album is being overrated and overly positive review bombed by her fans however I do believe its one of the best of the year and it is for sure worth a listen even if you haven't liked other swift albums… Expand
  44. lUcOzAdExx
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    in my opinion, this is one of the best albums in taylor's career... the sounds, the lyrics, the production, everything in this albums feels right, it gives me a lot of nice vibes, such as the forest, fire, leaves, mystery, calm, love, and so much more. but, i feel like there are some songs that are not as strong as "cardigan" or "exile", besides that, the cohesion and the coherence of thein my opinion, this is one of the best albums in taylor's career... the sounds, the lyrics, the production, everything in this albums feels right, it gives me a lot of nice vibes, such as the forest, fire, leaves, mystery, calm, love, and so much more. but, i feel like there are some songs that are not as strong as "cardigan" or "exile", besides that, the cohesion and the coherence of the album is undeniable, an excelent piece of work.… Expand
  45. SamuelPedro
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling. Folklore just proves again what I know from Taylor by years, she is the greatest songwriter of our generation. Plus, I like her 'calm' songs.
  46. lehi
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    This is the best album I've ever heard, from begging to end just MAGICAL, love the lyrics, the production and the atmosphere each of the songs bring me.
  47. MiguelAngelHuds
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album came out suddenly releasing as a single cardigan honestly Taylor has improved as an artist this could be one of his best albums
  48. Fosho
    Oct 15, 2021
    0
    Amazing. Such a masterpiece. I became a huge fan after this. Album of the year!
  49. guido123456789
    Sep 9, 2020
    0
    Las letras son muy buenas, pero el sonido me pareció muy aburrido. No creo que sea su mejor disco.
  50. Oswa_Neria
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    Las letras son una joya, personales y bien cuidadas, pero los ritmos son iguales, no se distingue qué canción es cual, la voz de Taylor nada impresionante
  51. ccmckendry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the Taylor we all know and love, and have loved. Beyond proud of her.
  52. Wiverson25
    Mar 20, 2021
    0
    I created to much expectation with this album, but Taylor disappointed
  53. gonzilo
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    En el delicado bosque acústico en el que se desenvuelven los dieciséis temas de “folklore”, las hermosas melodías y la brillante lírica de Taylor Swift conforman la mejor simbiosis de toda su carrera.
  54. AlexMcLoughlin
    Aug 6, 2020
    7
    Swift proves yet again that she is a force to be reckoned with.

    Stand out tracks, include; "the 1", " "exile (feat. Bon Iver)", "mirrorball", "august", and "betty". The opening track was surprising, as it didn't seem to match with what I had in mind of this being a soft, acoustic-driven album, but ultimately I found it enjoyable. "exile" which features artist Bon Iver was also a    Swift proves yet again that she is a force to be reckoned with.

    Stand out tracks, include; "the 1", " "exile (feat. Bon Iver)", "mirrorball", "august", and "betty". The opening track was surprising, as it didn't seem to match with what I had in mind of this being a soft, acoustic-driven album, but ultimately I found it enjoyable. "exile" which features artist Bon Iver was also a fantastic track. Iver adds another layer of depth and the harmonies work very well. I would be confident to say that without Bon Iver this song would be baseless. "betty" is a great track and taken from the perspective of a character woven into the album. It is a real blast from the past with an acoustic guitar and harmonica, giving a true folklorist vibe.

    However, even though a majority of the songs are exceptional, others are forgettable. If I were to critique this album, I would say that Swift tries to be deeply profound and poetic about situations that aren't in dire need of it (see; "cardigan", "illicit affairs"). Going off the album title, folklore tells stories passed down through history. However, when these stories are so deep and layered with mystery, the messages and meanings behind each story are lost.

    Honing into specific songs, include; "the last great american dynasty", which tells the story of the woman who previously owned Swift's Rhode Island home, Rebekah. The lyrics and melody are nothing to fuss about and then in the bridge, we find out who Rebekah actually is and the song makes sense. The issue is, once I found out who Rebekah was I was done with the song and it didn't pique my interest to tell the story, nor hear it again.

    "seven" seems to be enjoyed by a majority of people. I agree that the nostalgia of being young hits close to home, it is the breathiness and odd projection of Swift's vocals that irritate me. The vocals seem strained and forced, making it hard to listen through and through. "peace" and "hoax" the final two respective tracks on the album are... I don't know. I really don't know. This is alarming as most of Swift's closing tracks have been some of the standouts of each of her albums.

    Ultimately, I conclude that the album is good, but could have been better executed.    … Expand
  55. giugiubee12
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    This is a gorgeously crafted album, with deep songcraft and thoughtful writing. I LOVED her album Lover, I think Cruel Summer should have been a summer single but then...it ended up a very cruel summer for other reasons. I only bring up that album as they are pretty non-comparable as they are from different genres. While the songwriting on both is terrific (though I think TS knows when aThis is a gorgeously crafted album, with deep songcraft and thoughtful writing. I LOVED her album Lover, I think Cruel Summer should have been a summer single but then...it ended up a very cruel summer for other reasons. I only bring up that album as they are pretty non-comparable as they are from different genres. While the songwriting on both is terrific (though I think TS knows when a line isn’t award worthy....), it’s more nuanced and connected here. It’s not a pop album, though no doubt it has many pop elements and lovely choruses. I did not like TS circa 2008, and that was based on me just finding a young precocious teen annoying, which was my loss. But I’ll get to rediscover more earlier work as she re-records it. Anyway, this album just highlights for those who discard her just because she is attractive (maybe I did...ugh) that her writing chops are at the top of the top.… Expand
  56. Melissa_xii
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best album since RED. She's proved it once again that she's one of the greatest song writer of this generation. This album was written in span of 3 months.… Expand
  57. Adjamirarruda
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    perfeita, amei dms, album coesao, e cheio de aclamacao, obg taylor por tudo
  58. iamnattg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    IM A KATYCAT Her best album!!! Beautiful lyrics and pretty good done bops! Exile it’s just screaming to be a single
  59. sameknovaes
    Nov 26, 2021
    8
    imagina ter uma august na carreira... melhor álbum da loirinha desde o 1989.
  60. lucasandres
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    It is not my favorite album by Taylor in comparison with her other releases. The first time that I listened its make me feel a little tired with the same beat in all the songs.
  61. JesusBravo
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Soy katyCat y ame este disco, sin duda alguna uno de los mejores trabajos de taylor, es tan armonioso y lleno de paz.
  62. MiguelAngel
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    This is a beautiful album, an album to listen to lying down and just enjoy the stories that Miss Swift sings to us with her beautiful voice.
  63. SinnerInSecret
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album & Incredible upgrade from “Lover” Taylor once again proving she’s one of the best songwriters of this generation, this album is an amazing story you can vividly visualize.
  64. 29092000d
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor prueba ser una mujer poderosa en la industria musical su versatilidad es más que obvia me encanta este albums es uno de sus mejores trabajos
  65. knjljljlj
    Dec 25, 2020
    10
    Best album of 2020! The whole album gives the same feeling from beginning to end and the individual songs are also great.
  66. victcxx
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    hino e acabou, lançamento no dia do meu aniversário e considero isso como um belo e perfeito presente
  67. franciscorios33
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un buen albúm para hacer la tarea tranquilamente, o pa estar acostado agusto.
  68. Juanups
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I felt in love with this album, its a wonderful music and deep lyrics, i would really love to keep hearing more of this sentimental and mature Swift
  69. filipebernardo_
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    The vocals, the instruments, the lyrics... this album sounds like heaven and it's really great to see Taylor extending her discography to new sounds
  70. 0ndresousa
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Folklore chegou no momento certo, em plena pandemia, ele trouxe calmaria num ano que tem sido um caos.
  71. jono13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The lyricism and story-telling are incredible. Each song is like its own little novella. Absolutely flawless. Swift is at her most mature with this album.
  72. Santiork
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Magical, nostalgic, unique and unexpected. folklore is an album that left the world shocked for various reasons. The first reason is for its release on the day of its launch, something that Taylor Swift had never done. The second reason is for the content. Taylor focused on writing what she likes, stories with meaning and connected by a thread for an hour that leads you to have variousMagical, nostalgic, unique and unexpected. folklore is an album that left the world shocked for various reasons. The first reason is for its release on the day of its launch, something that Taylor Swift had never done. The second reason is for the content. Taylor focused on writing what she likes, stories with meaning and connected by a thread for an hour that leads you to have various mixed feelings like anguish, sadness, intrigue and happiness. In conclusion, folklore is a work of art for its content, writing, photos, engineering and producers.… Expand
  73. MauricioAugusto
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is Taylor’s most mature and sophisticated album. There’s a lot of folk, rock and even country references that make us drown into the sound. The lyrics? Well, Taylor couldn’t get better. She’s an amazing storyteller and the album won my heart as soon as I listened to “the last great american dynasty”. It’s perfect! 10/10.… Expand
  74. PedroReyes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a completely reinvention in the Taylor's career, is too beauty and enjoyable in every moment that you hear it
  75. MadaraAbey
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    In my opinion, this is Taylor Swift's best album. A lyrical masterpiece with perfect production. Deserves AOTY.
  76. GabrielDA
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    'Folklore' brings back one of Taylor Swift's most special characteristics: reinvention. Swift was able to capture the gloominess of the first months of the pandemic and turn it into incredible songs. The album is a masterpiece and is an icon of changing in the music industry.
    Highlights include 'Invisible String', 'Seven', 'The 1' and 'Exile'.
  77. LancerReviews
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    Taylor Swift has created a sound of an artist unbothered and comfortable enough to try hard and prove more. This time it’s just Swift and her imagination, on a strip-down production, far from the glitz and flashy, oftentimes scandalous, surefire tabloid-worthy records. Folklore is clearly a masterclass in songwriting, but who would’ve thought her greatest writing would be tracks whichTaylor Swift has created a sound of an artist unbothered and comfortable enough to try hard and prove more. This time it’s just Swift and her imagination, on a strip-down production, far from the glitz and flashy, oftentimes scandalous, surefire tabloid-worthy records. Folklore is clearly a masterclass in songwriting, but who would’ve thought her greatest writing would be tracks which narratives are not about her?… Expand
  78. fabinhu
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    It's a really good and different album, but I think that 10 it's a lot. I give 8
  79. JoaoSantiagk
    Mar 21, 2021
    0
    nunca ouvi e nem vou, mas a nota pra vai ser zerada pra swift aprender a ter vergonha na cara e parar de zerar albuns de outros artistas para diminuir a nota vai se fuder
  80. leonardozaum
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this is a masterpierce. speechless to this incredible art made by an angel. also deserves a rate 100.
  81. mickeybin2211
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    masterpiece , mature album. Beautiful stories included . amazing production
  82. msousa13
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    I connected to this album at first listen... i don't have words to describe how talented Taylor is.. everything about folklore is just so cozy and warm. It gives us back her storytelling.. thank you taylor i love you so much
  83. RickBRZ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Perfeita em tudo que se propõe a fazer. Orgulho em ser fã desde a era Speak Now.
  84. Shadesofslaylor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    My favourite album this year and one of my favourites by her. Absolutely fantastic and displays her artistic versatility.
  85. BieberxGrande13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor vocal ability has improved so much, her emotions, her low notes, and of course her song writing just keeps evolving! Kudos to her. She is THE music industry.
  86. azayswift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Pure poetry. Taylor Alison Swift never ceases to amaze all of us with her unmatched talent. Literally every song on this album is quite deep and it takes some time to fully get the message. Love this album!
  87. AndySwift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    um album coeso e surpreendente. diferente de tudo que a Taylor já fez e se provando mais uma vez uma artista versátil e talentosa
  88. matheusigoodbye
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift returns on one of the best albums of her career. She gives hypnotic lyrics, stories told from different perspectives and productions that flirt with folk.
  89. Cornacchione
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum do ano! Cada vez que escuto consigo me aprofundar ainda mais nas melodias e letras, sentindo o álbum. É mais que um álbum, é um estado de espírito. Obrigada Taylor por essa obra de arte!
  90. BigRepuTAYtion
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    album of the year obra prima dona da indústria musical matriarca da tristeza
  91. ryanmk98
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Truly the best lyricism of Taylor’s career (and that’s no easy feat!) As well as gorgeous lyrics, the production is also impeccable. The way it hugs her soft, fluttering vocals is excellent. The whole listening experience is like a dream. Bravo to Taylor, her collaborators and producers, old and new.
  92. jeromecortez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I THINK WE DONT HAVE TO ARGUE THAT THIS IS SUCH A BRILLIANT PIECE OF WORK THAT WAS JUST MADE IN A SPAN OF 3-4 MONTHS!!! TAYLOR'S POWER IS JUST TOO MUCH… Expand
  93. luizhenrique212
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She’s amazing I love her this album so perfect Taylor my queen of pop o love
  94. Laryssaav
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Her songwriting has never been better. This is probably the best album of her career so far.
  95. vitwiria
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Just perfect! This alternative Taylor was all that i wanted. So emotional, so pure.
  96. marcelogouveia
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece. Masterpiece
  97. Claudia13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really liked this album, it's my favourite of hers and probably one of my favourites of all time. I think its her most cohesive work so far. All the songs feel different, album of the year. amazing lyrics, amazing production, amazing sounds. taylor swift is the best songwriter of this generation. .… Expand
  98. AlanSwift
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    This album is one of the best albums i ever heard so beautifull, full of art and feelings expressed by the one and only Taylor Swift.
  99. tsdonadomundo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Artista impecável! Taylor Swift obrigada pela obra de arte um dos melhores álbuns do ano. Sempre trazendo novidades, letras lindas e inteligentes. Uma lenda da indústria musical.
  100. SouthMaidey
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Literally a fuc***g Masterpiece, this is a work of art and that's a PERIODT.
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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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