folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. Andermt08
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing!!! Álbum incrível, realmente a Taylor Swift é a indústria musical.
  2. Jen412
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This is everything the world needed in 2020. Flawless album, executed perfectly with a great showcase of Taylor's songwriting skills. Another shift in genres that proves she can excel remarkably at everything she tries.
  3. feeh_andre
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Love it. It gives me life, honestly. Amazing art. Heartfelt! Glad we have more.
  4. brunap13
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    Álbum da carreira junto com o speak now, illicit affairs dona desse álbum
  5. jesushoraciosw
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ÁLBUM OF THE YEAR, PERIODT. TAYLOR SWIFT ISSS THE MUSIC INDUSTRY AND Y'ALL KNOW THAT, KATYCATS AND LITTLE MONSTERS WHO ARE HATING TAY GO AND **** YOURSELF
  6. Khansa45
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album tells an amazing story with deep meaningful lyrics and melodic production that you cannot get tired of. Personally it's my favourite taylor swift album. Its too good. Steam folkore
  7. illi_oof
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album of the year, my favorite album she ever brought out and the lyricism on this record is absolutely amazing
  8. Indrariopermana
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Its a good album. The transition of lover era and leave pop genre into alterntive/indie folk, Taylor Swift proves that she is a great musisian.
  9. alma1222
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    #Folklore is one of the best Album and best singer-songwriter. She's inspired me a lot through her music. Keep up the good work Taylor. God bless always
  10. mulyanadani
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty aoty
  11. Myself1328
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album of the year. hoax song of the year. Also deserves better promo, I mean she doesn’t post anything on instagram
  12. OnlyTheYoung
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore isn't just an album, it's a cultural reset, it's the oxygen you breathe, it's a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world, it's art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you've ever wanted.
  13. alexiaphantom
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    cannot believe she is doing so well with this genre and gurl got me respect for that
  14. isarimathea
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    folklore é redefinição cultural, é o oxigênio que você respira, é um estilo de vida, uma razão pra respirar, uma fuga deste mundo cruel, é arte, o primeiro presente que você abre no natal, um abraço de um ente querido, tudo que você sempre quis e é o álbum do ano no grammy 2021
  15. Alliswiftie
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album, her new peak. The music industry did it again. Artist of the decade for a reason.
  16. Justinscotts
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    indie heaven!!! Trance . Serenade. Brilliant. Her vocals/ songwriting, the production and instrumentation A+ of course
  17. Christian17
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor made a great album based on her story, imagination, and storytelling
  18. Haru13
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This is a masterpiece thank you so much taylor for this incredible album love u
  19. Nazmi_21
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    She truly found herself in a deepest beautiful meaning lyrics. Would die for Taylor ❤️
  20. izziemarcondes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Showing, once again, how versatile she is, taylor delivered a beautiful folk alternative masterpiece. Telling unique stories about lost love, affairs, death, vulnerability, childhood, the past, war and pain she proves that she can write about every subject, proving wrong those who limit her songwriting to "love and exes"
  21. bisdakbarbie
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    It's a lyrical masterpiece with vivid imagery. Taylor has that unique gift of telling a story and painting a picture paired with memorable melodies. This album showed her power as a songwriter. She can write not only about her failed relationships and heartbreak, but she also songs of stories made up by her genius creative mind. She's one of the best songwriters of this generation.
  22. Sosorio
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece!!!!! I really love this album, just we come back to the old Taylor and she show us that she's amazing songwriter
  23. celloferrero
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Being a fan since 2008-2009 until today, I basically grew up to her music. folklore is something completely different from debut album to Lover. Yes, there were a lot of parallelisms from her previous songs, but just proves how close her songs are to her heart. I was completely in awe of every since word she sang when I first listened to the whole album. The beat and tune of every song hadBeing a fan since 2008-2009 until today, I basically grew up to her music. folklore is something completely different from debut album to Lover. Yes, there were a lot of parallelisms from her previous songs, but just proves how close her songs are to her heart. I was completely in awe of every since word she sang when I first listened to the whole album. The beat and tune of every song had its own identity. Some were soothing, calming like a warm hug. Some brought me to my knees and left me crying. It was beautiful. It was painful. It was transcending. It was genuine.… Expand
  24. swiftieforever
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s one of the best album lyrically of Taylor, she uses her talent to help people in this depressing time.
  25. Navedq
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    What a masterpiece, this is so good, the harmonics, the vibes, the lyrics, the production everything is perfect, this is so earthy, words can't describe the iconicness of this album, one of the best album ever for me, tho I never listened o taylor earlier this is my fist time and boom I'm amazed.
  26. reditrosiana
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    so aesthetic, so catchy, so easy listening. This is Poetry, and you feel so depressing in some track, but August was so beautiful song too
  27. Urvijarajvanshi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
  28. kanish
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She knows what she is doing and is amazing in it. Love the sound, lyrics, vocals.
  29. Usuar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Ciertos moj0nes están ardidos de que el álbum no sea comercial, de su género y la diferente perspectiva que tiene, están tan acostumbrados a lo comercial que quieren desprestigiar esta obra de arte, bien colapsadas las mostras y aripulgosas
  30. Fatwa
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    It's sound so different than any previous album from Taylor Swift. Taylor, exploring something new and experimenting with different sound. The lyrics are so descriptive and captivating. Once you heard it, it drive you crazy.
  31. Jaxon110213
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    This album is a pure piece of art. Have listen to this multiple time, each time I listen is a different experience and understanding.
  32. shalsabillaaj_
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    What in the talentless is this album duh. Say anything would not change the fact that this is ****
  33. praisedes
    Mar 19, 2021
    0
    she makes the same album twice and yall praise her all the time itsso annoying to watch. stop praising white mediocre women! she needs to learn to sing too,this sounds like an audio book
  34. Kauansiqueira
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente icônico, esse álbum é memorável.
    A loirinha serviu TUDO e mais pouco aqui.
  35. TheOficial
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I would die for Taylor Swift
    AN AMAZING ALBUM!! I see at least five grammy nominations
  36. rah_
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor nos surpreende mais uma vez com um álbum incrivelmente bem escrito, bem produzido e com uma “vibe” que não sabíamos que precisávamos. Folklore é uma obra de arte na carreira da artista e um presente para os apaixonados por música de boa qualidade. Um álbum que vai além do POP momentâneo e ainda será bom em qualquer época. Totalmente atemporal. Sem dúvidas o melhor álbum de 2020.Taylor nos surpreende mais uma vez com um álbum incrivelmente bem escrito, bem produzido e com uma “vibe” que não sabíamos que precisávamos. Folklore é uma obra de arte na carreira da artista e um presente para os apaixonados por música de boa qualidade. Um álbum que vai além do POP momentâneo e ainda será bom em qualquer época. Totalmente atemporal. Sem dúvidas o melhor álbum de 2020.
  37. nicklodeon
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    folklore is the best albums of world. incredibly great!!! congratulations taytay, we love you
  38. tvasconcellos
    Aug 22, 2022
    9
    Dra. Taylor Swift entregou tanto que quase me fez dar um 10 pra I'm álbum de Folk veja bem... artista da geração, a maior compositora que há, isso não podem negar
  39. bea9895
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Folklore is more mature than any of Taylor's other works. Her songwriting abilities really shine through on each song and they do such an amazing job of storytelling. This is definitely my favorite album of hers so far.
  40. CamilaSonenclar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is great. Taylor really outdid herself with this album. It's definitely one of the best albums released this year.
  41. KaungKaung
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is such a great Album.
    And the most meaningful and amazing ever. And I don't care this will give hits or not, Taylor Swift is on another level and she gave us such an incredible pure art.
    Love this Album too much!!!
  42. AUNGMYOHEIN
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album of the year!!!!! Taylor came through with amazing songwriting and lyrics and also the genre alternative. FOKLORE ALBUM deserves every album awards. Thanks Taylor for this masterpiece
  43. dzinsowy
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    This album is a lyrical masterpiece. The amazing lines written by Swift and her co-workers are put together by awfully good production and use of instruments. The album doesn’t lack anything and surely is a highlight in songwriter’s career.
  44. francobosetti
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An album that has it all: emotions, ups, downs. Yet, deeply personal as only Taylor Swift can craft an album. A masterpiece from every angle you look a it. Simply perfect!
  45. F-RED13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this album is her best yet! it captures the feeling of mourning on past love without sounding "fake deep". it's arguably the best album this year.
  46. DanielBVl
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Una Taylor como nunca la vimos, mas organica que nunca y con unas de sus mejores letras y composiciones, sin duda alguna y sin miedo a decirlo, su mejor album hasta la fecha.
  47. ahamlucas
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Best album of the year, so **** good. O Grammy vem viu, e vem forte demais.
  48. annemax
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An actual lyrical masterpiece, from beginning to end. All the songs are unique in their own way all the while being a very cohesive whole. A cultural reset and we don’t even know it yet. Album of the year
  49. Lifeiscurvy
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    Just realised I never actually wrote a review for folklore last year. On hindsight, I did not know just how successful folklore was going to be when it first came out. After winning ATOY and getting amazing critical reviews, it seems like album will be the pivot point of Taylor's career into universal acclaim. With the re-releases incoming, Taylor's old work will finally get the acclaimJust realised I never actually wrote a review for folklore last year. On hindsight, I did not know just how successful folklore was going to be when it first came out. After winning ATOY and getting amazing critical reviews, it seems like album will be the pivot point of Taylor's career into universal acclaim. With the re-releases incoming, Taylor's old work will finally get the acclaim that she deserves.… Expand
  50. TheNewYorkArts
    Dec 10, 2020
    8
    a firm step out of Swift's comfort zone, this album is more than the revindication of Taylor. through beautifully written and deep lyricism, Swift takes us into a deep dive into her mind, painting a landscape of feelings and unknown yet familiar spaces that can't be ignored. the lack of ego is also helpful.
  51. okddeivid
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is very pleasant and enjoyable, there is nothing I have heard this year that is so good as… Expand
  52. peggy144926
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore is something I can always listen to when I feel down…So grateful that Taylor released the album in this painful year
  53. CARITO27
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums of the year without a doubt. Powerful lyrics, peaceful aesthetic and very well cared production.
    10/10 for Taylor!
  54. Diyaaa
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album is straight up amazing. Do not listen to “verified” articles saying this isn’t that good just because it isn’t pop. She has all the freedom in the world to make any kind of music. Some low lifes wanting clicks and attention will say anything. Please please please don’t trust those who put a restraint on any artist saying they should not deviate from their music style. ThisThis album is straight up amazing. Do not listen to “verified” articles saying this isn’t that good just because it isn’t pop. She has all the freedom in the world to make any kind of music. Some low lifes wanting clicks and attention will say anything. Please please please don’t trust those who put a restraint on any artist saying they should not deviate from their music style. This affects their mental health and confines them from experimenting. I hope you will understand… Expand
  55. Lynn05
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore by taylor swift is the best album I have ever listen to it's the perfect album
  56. rodolfoalmeida
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it is completely different from everything she has done. this album is excellent.
  57. zljoseguillermo
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    Good album, good lyrics but sounds like Lana’s song. Great job anyway’, I love This new Taylor’ style.
  58. noinguyen
    Nov 30, 2020
    8
    Taylor Swift's surprise quarantine album is truly a cozy cardigan that will help you find peace during this ongoing pandemic.

    Favorite tracks: cardigan, the last great american dynasty, my tears ricochet, seven, august, betty
    Least favorite tracks: mad woman
  59. adribv
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    For me, this record is truly her magnus opus, and probably one of my favorite albums of all time. From the melodies to the songwriting, it's the most pure version of the essence of Taylor.
  60. willi_costa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Just awesome. Her music grows with her and becomes more mature as she gets older, but it's still herself and that's amazing. It's honest, sentimental and warm. The perfect fit right now. She reinvented herself again, and she nailed it again.
  61. nina10
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Country, pop and now alternative! Taylor knows how to change and challenge herself! I loved folklore! Its her best album! Cardigan, august, exile (feat. Bon Iver), betty are all so good! It absolutely deserves to win album of the year at the Grammys. It deserves all the critical and commercial succes!
  62. Juanpa_dgreiff
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum muy atrevido por parte de la artista, se presenta un concepto diferente a lo que la artista ya habitualmente traía, es un álbum muy personal que nos trae las letras más poéticas y representativas de toda su carrera, se dejó llevar por un genero diferente a pesar de su pasado pop. Se reconoce la madurez tanto de las letras como de los ritmos que implementa en el álbum, ya queEs un álbum muy atrevido por parte de la artista, se presenta un concepto diferente a lo que la artista ya habitualmente traía, es un álbum muy personal que nos trae las letras más poéticas y representativas de toda su carrera, se dejó llevar por un genero diferente a pesar de su pasado pop. Se reconoce la madurez tanto de las letras como de los ritmos que implementa en el álbum, ya que estas dos unidas representan totalmente lo que quiere transmitir la artista. Excelente… Expand
  63. perrysevolution
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    it’s good but there are better albums
    half of the album is GREAT but the other isn’t so compatible to my taste
  64. Ibrahimalja
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums, she made it PERIODT. Little Monsters Sucks
  65. JeremiasBus
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El álbum es una obra maestra, las personas que dicen que es muy malo solo se basan en sus gustos y no en la totalidad de lo que está detrás del significado de la realización de un master, que es esfuerzo y lágrimas, de cualquier manera, no hace falta compararlo con otro álbum del 2020, porque todos tienen lo suyo.
  66. daltony
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Cohesive, consistent and brilliant, Taylor shows how much grown and delivers the most mature album of her career!
  67. ifnsilva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. seven, the 1, my tears ricochet and cardigan are incredible. so the rest of it. taylor, we love you. what an awesome album.… Expand
  68. PotatoGirl30
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    I have been a Taylor's fan since 2012 and this album is her best work, far away. It has part of her heart and emotions in every vibe, is so calming and personal... I just love it.
  69. Diegoornelass
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album more than I love myself, the lyrics of every track is so good. Taylor knows how to do it
  70. bruugarcea
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    a masterpiece. everything is perfect. she risked it all by doing a completely new genre for her and she did it amazing. the best songwriter and artist by far in the century.
  71. louink
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    masterpiece. everything is perfect about this work of art. zero skips.
    10/10
  72. Alireza32456
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    With folklore, Taylor Swift took a more lyrical path explored previously by Lover. The album, as the name suggests, is alt./indie folk, but it also explores on the alternative meaning of the word, it's an album filled with songs to pass down through generations like folk songs, as most of the songs are fiction and autobiographical just like how most folk songs' details get lost as it getsWith folklore, Taylor Swift took a more lyrical path explored previously by Lover. The album, as the name suggests, is alt./indie folk, but it also explores on the alternative meaning of the word, it's an album filled with songs to pass down through generations like folk songs, as most of the songs are fiction and autobiographical just like how most folk songs' details get lost as it gets passed down, which is something I found to be really fitting and brilliant as the album's title.
    The songwriting on this album is Taylor's best as she completely dives into her songwriting without her trying to have some radio hits, which is not necessarily a bad thing.

    One of the highlights of the album lyrically would be the last great American dynasty, in which she compares herself with a woman who used to live in her new house, as they're both notorious for throwing parties, being rich, and having a bad reputation. In my opinion that has to be one of the most interesting ideas, I have heard of in any song ever since her own smash hit, Blank Space.

    Another one would be mad woman where she takes inspiration from Lana Del Rey sonically, but she manages to still make it sound like herself. The song is an improved version of The Man as it explores themes revolving around feminism. It's way more complicated as it's about psychological and emotional abuse.

    My tears ricochet is the saddest song on the album and arguably the saddest song of the year. The lyrics are simply sad beautiful and tragic. It's from the perspective of a deceased individual as she watches over her lover.

    The production on the record is incredible, it's not overshadowing her lines, but rather they're complementary. That is not to say they are weak, in fact, when they take the spotlight (when she lets the music take over) they're always beautiful and fitting to the songs and don't feel forced.

    Overall it is an incredibly cohesive body of work. It has clever lyrics and sonically it feels so warm and welcoming to listen to.
    I think that even the bonus should've been included with the album as it has strong brilliant lyrics.    … Expand
  73. C0RR3IA
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum consegue nos trazer uma profundeza tão romântica e safada de forma tão leve e pura. É como viajar pelo seu coração que está imerso nas nuvens de uma jardim que transpira tranquilidade. As melodias tão doces e melancólicas conversam tão bem com a produção desse álbum. É possível imaginar as melodias e as composições dançando nas nuvens sob as estrelas. A paz interna que esse álbum nos trás é surreal. PERFEITO! Assim como o RED a Taylor consegue oferecer o seu melhor no que refere ao seu título de musicista e compositora.

    nota: 95/100 ✅✨    … Expand
  74. chrisgaurav18
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Taylor's come back home, and it's marvelous. She's always been a very good storyteller. Her past works were mostly confessional. When she transitioned to pop, the writer was still there, but it was overshadowed by the big productions and the incessant scrutiny of her lyrics to her personal life. With this new endeavour, her immaculately intricate storytelling feels raw and pristine;Taylor's come back home, and it's marvelous. She's always been a very good storyteller. Her past works were mostly confessional. When she transitioned to pop, the writer was still there, but it was overshadowed by the big productions and the incessant scrutiny of her lyrics to her personal life. With this new endeavour, her immaculately intricate storytelling feels raw and pristine; uninhibited by chart position, image concern, and grave calculations, her work feels solely concerned in one goal : weaving a story. The sound helps in elevating the stories, and puts the messages in the forefront, lets them shine. The results are harrowningly beautiful.… Expand
  75. franjusinski
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Musical suprise! Beautiful! The album is like a fairy tale, beautiful, simple, lyrical and dreamy. Just beautiful. :)
  76. MelissaGoodwill
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    When you see an album with only really excellent and really trashy reviews, you know you have struck gold. The people who actually enjoy music, in all it's variety and beauty, would rate this album a 10, but the haters gonna hate and you see they give it a 0 to bring the ratings down.

    This album is a masterpiece and Taylor's soul shines in each and every song. Best songs on this album,    When you see an album with only really excellent and really trashy reviews, you know you have struck gold. The people who actually enjoy music, in all it's variety and beauty, would rate this album a 10, but the haters gonna hate and you see they give it a 0 to bring the ratings down.

    This album is a masterpiece and Taylor's soul shines in each and every song.

    Best songs on this album, according to me, are cardigan, exile, my tears ricochet, mirrorball, august, invisible string, hoax, the lakes (bonus track).

    Though this album is unlike anything Taylor has ever done before, the tracks seven, mirrorball and illicit affairs appear to be more different than any other song on the album. Her vocal performance is better than ever, with the mellow and breathy voice she sings, this is most prominent in seven.

    If you love an album that has depth, beauty in lyrics, and unforgettable tunes, is cohesive (this is Taylor's most cohesive album, better than 1989 I'd say), is relatable, happy, sad, wistful, with elements of summer, fall, winter, spring, and monsoon, this is the album I'll recommend to you. Don't listen to the haters, decide for yourself.    … Expand
  77. SolBarcellos
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amo a Taylor por muitos motivos, mas pricipalmente por ela ser incrivel em criar imagens na nossa cabeça com suas composições. E em Folklore ela faz isso de um jeito mais maduro e coeso do que nunca. Se um dia questionaram se ela é ou não uma grande compositora, esse album é a resposta. Ela merece estar onde está hoje.
  78. Jose_2408
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es tan profundo y las letras son muy buenas, los sonidos son lo mejor, es sorprendente como cambió del County al Pop, y del Pop a Alternativo… Expand
  79. edamianvb23
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Una obra maestra. Definivitmanete se cago en toda la existencia de LadyPodrida, Arihijueputa y la industria. Una joya que no todas pasivas entienden. TE AMAMOS TAYPATRONA.
  80. helenaisadyke
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is pure perfection, amazing lyrics and enchanting production probably her best album yet… Expand
  81. jhonmoises96
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Another genre shift that she managed to bring into the limelight. Impressive as always.
  82. Jdlutz
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This album is a stand alone from all her others. It’s so unique! Yes, it is mellow but we need a calm and peaceful album this year!
  83. soohieromine
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    folklore is everything Taylor Swift is and can be. A return to almost country roots but with elements of pop and new indie sounds. Her most cohesive and acclaimed since 2014’s 1989.
  84. Jessica45
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum incrível, letras maravilhosas, melodias perfeitas, melhor álbum da carreira da Taylor, novamente ela entregou um trabalho impecável, artista da década sim!
  85. thiagoflach
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    i wasn't really excited for this album at all since i never really cared about taylor's music but this is a masterpiece, everytime i listen to it again i have a different opinion about my favorite songs because it always gets better, "illicit affairs", "exile (ft. bon iver)" and "mirrorball" are my favorites at the moment. so proud of you, taylor!
  86. Anisawinda_
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is very calming... This album takes us get into the story that Taylor want us to know... I love how brilliant her idea...
  87. Masterlime
    Nov 4, 2020
    8
    This album came out of nothing, like a secret project Taylor wanted everybody to forget as soon as it dropped. But forgetting we wont.

    This is already by far my favorite album of her; The storytelling, the stripped back instrumentals and that goddamn lyricism (on another level let me tell you) really made this one special. What really fascinated me was that she has her own style in    This album came out of nothing, like a secret project Taylor wanted everybody to forget as soon as it dropped. But forgetting we wont.

    This is already by far my favorite album of her; The storytelling, the stripped back instrumentals and that goddamn lyricism (on another level let me tell you) really made this one special.
    What really fascinated me was that she has her own style in this new genre completely figured out. Her vocals dont sound that different from her pop songs, just minus all the effects. This is deeply original (except for some obvious inspirations like Sharon Van Etten).
    Every chorus is catchy and every song has at least some of those "oooh"-lyrics.

    Im sure even decades along people will talk of this record, creating its own myth and folklore.    … Expand
  88. miguel2002cl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    lyrically gorgeous, everything fits, melodies and vocal on point, ms swift really stepped her game up overall, album of the year definitely
  89. Mumbichishimba
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor's best album (lyrically, sonically, production wise). With folklore Taylor Swift proves that she one of the greatest song writer. Congrats Taylor
  90. Marse
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The best album I’ve heard in a while! The lyrics, the sound, the vibe.. absolutely everything is awesome about this album! It's really worth listening.
  91. Uberdoctor
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift going to folk music made the album to be a even more surprising thing to us. From her duet with Bon Iver and the way she blended with the instrumentals on each track made it a solid album.… Expand
  92. Chromatica_
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This record is a masterpiece, soooo goood, taylor swift, my favorites are exile, betty and august… Expand
  93. Roberto23
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely one of the best album of 2020 so far! Miss Taylor Swift exploring new sounds with a surprise album, Folklore exceeded my expectations? Of course TS did that.… Expand
  94. Itsmikko98
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    A very good album, Taylor's songwriting is on point and shines like never before in this record. Maybe the music genre is not for everyone and it might require more than one listen, but it's truly enjoyable and one of the best records of 2020.
  95. matheuscordeiro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift returns on an album with excellent beats, arrangements and compositions that only someone with his ability could do.
  96. Clio_Alejandro
    Apr 22, 2021
    8
    Relaxed rhythm, something that identifies Taylor Swift lately The album is very good, good lyrics and good composition, Own of the alternative genre
  97. isntalice
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Very personal, mature and cohesive. I loved it. It really requires a certain mood to appreciate it in its finest, but it's worth the first, the second and even the hundredth listen.
  98. nicktp
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ms. Taylor Swift outdoes herself again with folklore. A true masterpiece born from a lifetime of experience and heartbreak.… Expand
  99. Paviniss
    Jul 24, 2021
    10
    such a brilliant masterpiece! the lyrics take us to a spiritual state, where all the fabulous historys of the songs come to hug us. the production it's SO PERFECT, the melodies are incredible, she did a spectacular art with this one. folklore is undoubtedly her best album! and Taylor is the best songwriter of the generation!
  100. vitorjan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum ficou muuuuito bom, ela como sempre entregando trabalhos maravilhosos, Taylor Swift é a cantora mais versátil da indústria
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#13 Best Album of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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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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