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

Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

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  1. luanchernobyl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is the music industry, folk it's perfect in her voice. Thanks TS for this
  2. Alialcrew
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Uno de sus mejores álbumes, tiene de las mejores canciones de su carrera como exile, seven y mad woman que demuestran lo madura que se ha vuelto la musica de Taylor y nos muestra su faceta más seria.
  3. Jorgev
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore é perfeito demais, um dos melhores álbuns da loirinha, ela simplesmente fez tudo
  4. cammyj
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album that shows off how great Taylor Swift’s songwriting truly is.
  5. RK1700
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has done it again! Folklore delivered what everyone has been expecting from her otherworldly and incredible songwriting. Her pen power has not wavered one bit even though her pop albums has proven it in some certain ways. She keeps on creating masterpieces and detailed handcrafted songs that will transcend to every being on the planet. Her storytelling and narrative pieces areTaylor Swift has done it again! Folklore delivered what everyone has been expecting from her otherworldly and incredible songwriting. Her pen power has not wavered one bit even though her pop albums has proven it in some certain ways. She keeps on creating masterpieces and detailed handcrafted songs that will transcend to every being on the planet. Her storytelling and narrative pieces are her strongest suit when it comes to songwriting and she blasts every expectations out of the water with this one. She should be very proud with this record. Truly one her best, or maybe HER BEST. Every one has said that this is her Magnum Opus but she is Taylor Swift. She’s unpredictable and she will shock people again in the years to come. Truly one of the strongest acts of this generation.… Expand
  6. marinaswift
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album shows how mature and how smart Taylor is. Her profound lyrics mix perfectly with the new genre, making this album interesting and fresh.
  7. itskarlnotcarl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album of her career. Her lyrics are amazing and beautiful, and the songs are all magnificent.
  8. Taylor1989
    Aug 15, 2020
    10
    She did that!!! Cohesive work of art with once again magical lyrics! tay, i love u. You always amaze me
  9. Tsdelicate
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Pra mim escutar esse álbum é respirar ar puro ele é muito refrescante, minhas faixas favoritas são seven, peace e hoax.
  10. MickolDLK
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece she poured her heart into. The storytelling is beyond anything she’s ever done. An album we didn’t know we needed until we got it!… Expand
  11. Paperring
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    LOVED LOVED THE ALBUM FROM START TO END ITS JUST SO AMAZING TAYLOR IS BEST SONGWRITER AND A SINGER I STAN HER NOW EVEN MORE HARDER y
  12. Marciopcd
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is mature, beautiful, full of precious details that make us dive deep into its universe. Taylor is an excellent songwriter and I believe that she gave her all for this album, I believe that the Grammy will embrace this instrumental work that I should all hear in this time that we live in.
  13. aliandosarappp
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    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, yet have a similar enough sound to give them a collective identity. The lyrics are simple but really beautiful,
  14. Battlemyheart
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    absolute lyrical masterpiece! the best work from Taylor she has ever released. sonically magically produced and mastered!
  15. birafurtado
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Best Taylor Swifts album and one of the best of the year. Love it sooooo much
  16. JavieraDuhalde
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Perfect album for this hard days, it can transport you to a new story, so good
  17. Fildead
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse album é Maravilhoso,coeso,da pra sentir cada detalhe das musicas.merece ser AOTY,… Expand
  18. Tycornet
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    What can I say? Absolutely a master piece will tattoo this into my brain forevermore!
  19. becca97
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    literally so pretty... didn't know what to expect but it's so raw and emotional and haunting in all the best ways. period
  20. EvanSwift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her BEST ALBUM. BEST lyrics. production and emotion. just perfect. no other words.
  21. Wqqqp
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album shows Taylor’s maturity as a songwriter and demonstrates her ability to write beautiful lyrics that resonate with all of us. Perfect album!
  22. skskskddd
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Folklore was one of the best album of Taylor Swift and another one Grammy. Another one well deserved and this album was by far her easiest win. This diamond was a surprise release and had a very good impact in very difficult times for the world. Amazing lyrics, music and soft songs that hit all the people listening to it. Another one 10 for Tay
  23. DiegoAmador13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    una obra de arte, lo mejor para escuchar mientras estás en cuarentena, voz melodiosa y líricas hermosas
  24. ryanalcanes11
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Simply her best album lyrically wise. Other pop stans might find it boring but they failed to realize that aside from being alternative as the genre, it is also made by Swift to prove savageness in songwriting and song production.
  25. FelipeSantos13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Um álbum coeso, maravilhoso com uma narrativa impecável, simplesmente genial, Taylor se supera a cada era.
  26. naylaalvarez13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El álbum más maduro de Taylor, sin duda un álbum que hacía falta. Taylor se adapta a todas nuestras necesidades, no me sorprende que este álbum sea ta profundo y muy ella, siempre buscando descubrir más facetas de ella misma en la música. Folklore es un disco que sin duda es el RED 2.0 pero más maduro. Me encanta desde siempre Taylor por siempre tomar riesgos y dar lo mejor de sí misma.El álbum más maduro de Taylor, sin duda un álbum que hacía falta. Taylor se adapta a todas nuestras necesidades, no me sorprende que este álbum sea ta profundo y muy ella, siempre buscando descubrir más facetas de ella misma en la música. Folklore es un disco que sin duda es el RED 2.0 pero más maduro. Me encanta desde siempre Taylor por siempre tomar riesgos y dar lo mejor de sí misma. Todos deberían darse la oportunidad de escuchar este álbum completo, porque siento que hay personas que lo infravaloran demasiado sin siquiera haberlo escuchado. Y todos los que hablan pestes de él y lo califican con 0, es porque odian a Taylor por que logra más que sus favoritos. Hay que ser más congruentes con las calificaciones, si Taylor es aclamada como artista es por algo, lamentablemente no todos los artistas obtienen el reconocimiento que merecen y Taylor no hace más que apoyar a tantos como se pueda. Sin duda la artista de la década… Expand
  27. nesspeyt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She's such a versatile artist. No one's doing it like her. Some of my top favorites are august, illicit affairs, and mirrorball.
  28. perrydelrey
    Dec 27, 2020
    6
    Por onde anda a Taylor Swift que lançou o 1989, reputation e o Lover? Sera que como ela fala em Look What You Made Me Do, a old Taylor "m0rr3u"? Acho que sim pois saiu de um álbum bom para um mediano.
  29. JohnAshley
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the album a mature step in Swift's artistry while retaining her core as a celebrated songwriter.
  30. domenico629
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Heavenly produced , this record takes you into another world where hope never ends.
  31. mika_flk
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    Loved the album, a totally different direction than her previous album Lover. I appreciate the switch is style and mood. Overall a great body of work. My favorites are cardigan, invisible strings and betty.
  32. Alexaadn
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR, ALBUM OF THE DECADE

    No puedo describir lo extenso que es folklore, el como mi madre de 45 disfruta de Exile, mientras mis hermanos disfrutan de Seven, y mi hermana pequeña disfruta de The 1, no puedo creer la amplitud que logro Swift con este álbum, aun cuando crees que ella ya dio lo mejor de si misma, vuelve una vez mas para regalarnos estas hermosas melodías,    ALBUM OF THE YEAR, ALBUM OF THE DECADE

    No puedo describir lo extenso que es folklore, el como mi madre de 45 disfruta de Exile, mientras mis hermanos disfrutan de Seven, y mi hermana pequeña disfruta de The 1, no puedo creer la amplitud que logro Swift con este álbum, aun cuando crees que ella ya dio lo mejor de si misma, vuelve una vez mas para regalarnos estas hermosas melodías, jamás había escuchado algo como esto, este concepto, de felicidad, tristeza, nostalgia, miedo, mezclado con las historias y referencias que este álbum musical pudo lograr, Folklore no es solo un álbum, es un escape a una realidad alterna en la que todo parece marchar bien, una vez mas Swift nos demostró otra forma de vivir a través de su arte.    … Expand
  33. shucklelackle
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    It's not just an album, but a self-healing one. Every song is a masterpiece.
  34. Illusion0903
    Jul 24, 2022
    9
    Her best album to date, the genre of folk really provided an amplified space for her to kind of "showing off" her remarkable songwriting skills. And more surprisingly, this time she chose to tell stories from a outsider angle rather than write her own life story as usual, but still manage to nail it. I'm floored by that. If you don't find Taylor Swift to be one of the greatest songwritersHer best album to date, the genre of folk really provided an amplified space for her to kind of "showing off" her remarkable songwriting skills. And more surprisingly, this time she chose to tell stories from a outsider angle rather than write her own life story as usual, but still manage to nail it. I'm floored by that. If you don't find Taylor Swift to be one of the greatest songwriters of this generation, this is the prove that you need. I'm so looking forward to what will come next.… Expand
  35. Mattyscottbrown
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s the best album of 2020, no matter what, she is the best complete musician I’ve ever seen.
  36. CristopherAl
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    His best album so far, swift showed that he can launch an album without prior notice and demonstrate his ability to give us a high quality in his songs.
  37. Swaggy00
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best Taylor Swift’s album yet. Such an incredible album. Loved it so much! ❤️
  38. Adfonachoo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The Best album of the history, this is a Masterpiece, this album is something new for Taylor and she slays this year, i'm sure about that
  39. Noiceswift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is her best album till date. It deserves all the critical acclaim in the world. The album once again establishes her position as this century's best songwriter.
  40. laozixiong
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Absolutely brilliant album — the maximalist genius of Taylor shines through.
  41. Vuanhminhphan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The lyrics are outta this world, acute and piercing, yet vulnerable and fragile at the same time. Her versatility is praiseworthy and experimental and that’s why Taylor’s a great artist
  42. jasminn
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, easily my favourite thing Taylor's ever done and my pick for AOTY.
  43. Starbuckslover
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best things that happened this 2020 its very comforting and her voice is very calming
  44. TLFin1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s most poignant work so far. A testament to her storytelling and ability to experiment with different sounds.
  45. Stevenjosy
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    best album ever from taytay .
    album of the year
    album of the year
    album of the decade
  46. Bayrem02
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    10 outta 10 she completely outdid herself and she did it flawlessly im so proud of you tay you did THAT
  47. Stephanjaylor
    Mar 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing album, perhaps Taylor's best project , is full of emotions, distinctive vocals, and deep lyrics , art of the year … Expand
  48. CR_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums. I love all of the songs expecially august betty and cardigan
  49. iknowplxcesz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers. This literally is her best album yet. She keeps pushing genres and progressing musically and it’s quite amazing.
  50. Gqpis12
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Her best album . Truly the songwriter of the decade . Every single song on this album is a serve . Even songs like peace and hoax
  51. swiftie_ale
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor most sonically cohesive album in my opinion, and a perfect example of her talent to switch genres whenever she wants. Lyrically perfect and I also find it so relaxing, one of my favorite Taylor’s albums.
  52. Yusra
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    A lyrical masterpiece. A cultural reset. A reason to live, eat, breathe, live. Taylor saved the music industry with this album. Periodt
  53. valeriaoso20
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A quiet, introspective look into the brain of one of our time’s greatest songwriters. Skillful, nostalgic, and whimsical, this album is perfect to sit and reflect on or to take a drive with the windows down and just enjoy. These are the songs she was born to write.
  54. namlee
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor's best album goes to..... folklore. I really like this album, it's my favourite of hers and probably one of my favourites of all time.
  55. Kauancoelho
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Simple the best album of the year, a great transition of "Lover". I hope that win" AOTY"!!!
  56. Seants13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore isn't just an album, it's a lifestyle, a breath of fresh air, a escape from the stresses of real life. it's a gift, it's art, it's a smile from your lover, it's a kiss of life, it's the beauty of fall leaves, it's every small joy bottled up.
  57. leylasmiles
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The production, lyrics and soft voice just made this album the best of 2020. Great work Ms. Swift!… Expand
  58. dkskji21
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Folklore was Taylor Swift's most mature album ever, imagine making an album during quarantine.
  59. ktSwiftie
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    this is album of the year material for sure, it has amazing lyrics and production.
  60. nichole13
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album that contains everything in it. Isolation is bad but somehow it lets Taylor write such a masterpiece like Folklore. Really appreciate and folklore definitely deserves a 10 out of 10… Expand
  61. TeD9859
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Truly masterpiece, and this the best album of the year. Love u Taylor, forever and ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  62. Ffndes13
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    O melhor álbum dela até agora, composições solo e sonoridade alternativa. Melhor trabalho nos últimos 3 álbuns.
  63. thanhchau
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album this year so far. 16 songs are 16 different shades of emotion and Taylor had made them into masterpieces within 3 months of writing. The album deserves the acclaim from critics.
  64. Riin5454
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore is everything what I wanted from Taylor. Taylor and Jack Antonoff are doing the God's work with those songs.
  65. jessicagmuller
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, great lyrics and emotions. Taylor is The best. Her songs never disappoint.
  66. Karyme6781
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! Each song tells its own story and she proves yet again how amazing of a songwriter she is! Definitely one of my new favorite albums from taylor
  67. rafsupan
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    The way Taylor wrote this album is beyond perfection. Nobody can write magical lyrics as Taylor. Plus, the melody of each song is very captivating and enchanting. This probably her best album.
  68. Hulyanz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love the album.#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 xmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted, everything you need. Love you Queen Taylor.… Expand
  69. Jazchimier
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is Prolly The Best Album of 2020!!!!!!!!!!!!! Definitely would recommend you to listen to it!!!!
  70. Valbiie
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Taylor foi muito perspicaz. Parabéns loirinha mais uma vez você faaaaaz tudooooh.
  71. MicTony
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This Album is unbelievable. this is such a masterpiece! Ms Swift success to show her amazing skill as a songwriter. 10/10 don't trust the critics cause some of them are biased af
  72. limkexin1704
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal. My favourites right now are my tears ricochet, illicit affairs, exile and cardigan, but I’m sure it’ll change the more I listen to this album. That’s the beauty of folklore - everyone has different favourites because every song is a beautiful piece of art that people connect with in different ways.
  73. Deepblueswift
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An absolute masterpiece!!!!!!!!!!! Taylor has outdone herself, as always
  74. jumarkve
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    best 2020 album....period !!!!!!!! there will be no further explanation.there will just be folklore
  75. batool273
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    a great album the lyrics are spectacular and vocals are on point taylor did it again and she's killing the game
  76. irembtw
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    August, the last great american dynasty, the one, exile, cardigan, seven, epiphany... So many good songs
  77. lailahayward
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    so beautifully whimsical & elegant, love the old taylor sound that crept back in on this album. every track is haunting and emotional in the best way. the lyricism shows off some of taylor’s best work & the instrumentals are absolutely gorgeous.
  78. gingerbreadtho
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album truly captures the lyricist that is Taylor Swift and feels nostalgic and new at the same time
  79. Isaidremember13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such a great album, safe and sound vibes i LOVE it !!
    I can't wait to hear it in a car in autumn
  80. JulianTorrez13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taydiosa arte de álbum no puedo dejar de escuchar este álbum amo cada canción tiene lo suyo me calma sonidos nuevos eso es lo que necesitabamos de nuestra ARTISTA DE LA DECADA
  81. Piliv
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es mi álbum favorito de Taylor, no me canso de escucharlo. Esta es la Taylor que me enamoro hace años ♥️
  82. Gabi901
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    esse álbum é muito bom quem não gostou é burro e não sabe apreciar uma musica que não sirva pra se esfregar nos outros
  83. Jeanrmaques
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album of the year so far and probably her best algum yet. Brilliant lyrics and beautiful melodies.… Expand
  84. faraelnogueira
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    This album is very good, taylor is a great songwriter, no other one reaches her level of excellence
  85. Mauriperez21
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    the lyric of each song is impressive no doubt taylor has shown us a side never seen before fresh, mature and vulnerable the melody is incredible and the production is beautiful
  86. danieltacacho
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Excelentes album. Algo diferente pero muy bueno, de calidad. Innovación al 100%.
  87. Selenagomezrep
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    love this album this album DESERVE so much album of the year
    best work of TAYLORSWIFT
  88. Nieves
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    I love this album so much! This is a masterpiece. Taylor Swift really gets better every album. Her growth as a songwriter and producer is magnificent!
  89. Burning-witches
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the most sonically cohesive albums I’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to! A lyrical masterpiece with wonderful melodies
  90. agathalemes
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Truly a masterpiece, taylor's voice never sounded better and her lyrics never been so on point!
  91. Redisrosie
    May 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very good and unique album, it became part of my daily life which is insane, I like the lyrics most and the vocals and the stores behind them. Taylor did a great job !… Expand
  92. mrd666
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
  93. Kauami1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. FOLKLORE ISN’T JUST A ALBUM. IT’S NOT JUST A PHASE. IT’S A LIFESTYLE. A MOMENT IN TIME. IT’S IN EVERY PART OF OUR SOULS. IT’S THE AIR WE BREATHE. IT’S THE SMILE YOU GIVE TO PEOPLE YOU LOVE. IT’S IN EVERY FIBER OF OUR BEING. FOLKLORE IS EVERYTHING… Expand
  94. KkimJoohyun
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore isn’t just an album, it’s an artistic reconstitution, the breeze you respire, it’s a motive for existence, a departure from this atrocious cosmos, an embosom from a cherished one, it’s a moment for history books, a body of finest craftsmanship
  95. zakariae02
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    taylor once again came to top her discography with a powerful alternative album that sounds like lana del rey, or lorde would do. and we love to see it. from the lyrics to the mellodies to the vocals, swift managed to create a storyline in her head and use those elements to create a masterpiece
  96. Matheusvs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This a powerful album. I love this new style and Taylor is wonderful! This album is the best for me!
  97. bia2206
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I am in love with this album since it was released. Taylor Swift just killed in lyrics and cohesion. When you get to listen to this album it's like you can FEEL her music in your bones. It's an experience to listen to Folklore. Everyone should go stream it right now!
  98. Ooh22567
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I think this is her best album ! my top 5 cardigan , my tears ricochet , august , epiphany, the lakes
  99. Cameronbullet
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best lyrical works to come out of the last decade. The storytelling and imagery is enough to immerse you into any tale she’s telling. Such a beautiful album to come out of 2020.
  100. his_fair_youth
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Storyteller Taylor Swift at her best! The lyrics are vivid, haunting and poignant, the melodies atmospheric and beautiful. A true work of art.
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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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