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. TS84LIFE
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Brilliant. Best album of the year. Her best album in terms of lyrics. Not my favourite 1989 will always be that but still her best.
  2. Sun9
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is some incredible stuff. From the songwriting to the melodies and the instrumental used, each elevate the other.
  3. Maggs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Estoy completamente enamorada de este álbum. Es en definitiva mi álbum favorito de toda su discografía. Sus poderosas letras y sus delicados sonidos llenos de magia que envuelven en un torbellino de emociones que no sabías que podías sentir. Taylor nos muestra una faceta mucho más madura, dejando en claro que sus habilidades para escribir y su completa versatilidad como artista la están catapultando aún más de lo que cualquiera hubiera imaginado. Enhorabuena!… Expand
  4. MerlinCco3_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum increíble, con una conexión perfecta entre una canción y otra, miss Swift nos demostró una vez mas que pasa cuando ella toma un lápiz y un pedazo de papel y lo convierte en un álbum.
  5. rosangelacano
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gorgeous lyrics and sounds, all of them powerful and beautiful
    Taylor is an amazing singer, compositor and person    … Expand
  6. lautbritos
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I sincerely love this album. Once again, Taylor shows the world her power of writing, as mixing beautiful melodies and sharing her deepest feelings.
  7. Almix
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's wonderful!
    I love this album. Taylor swift as a queen of the music!!!!
  8. CJJ03
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing. Taylor has outdone herself this time. Every track is unique and tells a fascinating story.
  9. acupoftea
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    her best album iconic, brilliant, never done before, amazing, timeless classic, smash, hit, bop, truly incredible.
  10. step24
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. lyrical masterpiece. i legit have to dig in to my dictionary because english is not my first language and i'm learning and listening to a beautiful voice and melody at the same time. THANKYOU TAYLOR SWIFT.… Expand
  11. Jesusvela
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Arte en todo su esplendor , Taylor nunca me decepciona y la verdad amo todo lo que hace espero que pronto saque más albumes de este tipo de calidad visual
  12. ameltheia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. she is a great artist and a great songwriter as well... this album was literally what we need. we all know she likes trying new thingssss OMG I LOVE HER! LITERALLY A MASTERPIECE! LOVE YOU TAYLOR… Expand
  13. Kbsdd
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore isn't just a album, Taylor has made characters and gave tags to each of them, which makes us to feel the soul of the Album✨
  14. jayvenancio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift proved again that she's the music industry with her new brand new album.
  15. Diogoroman
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Just Taylor can wrote a master piece like this . No words , just listen and enjoy this album , her best one in my opinión. Taylor Swift is the music industry as you can see.
  16. juanpres14
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album ❤️❤️❤️❤️… Expand
  17. Ronaldfitrah
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece… Expand
  18. owningtaylor
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    I love it how she keeps making good music without making bad copies of her old albums. She is the music industry. Also the lyrics are so good I’m speechless
  19. Artistsofthede
    Sep 19, 2020
    10
    I love them- every single song in this album. It is amazing that i listen to all of them on the day they released and the lyrics are perfect. Thank you, Taylor for such a fantastic album.
  20. butterfuly
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. Taylor Swift is the music industry. She is so gorgeous.
  21. Artu6ro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un album con toda el alma y esencia de Taylor Swift, canciones como exilie y August son lo que se requiere para tener un álbum completo de melodías nostálgica y románticas a la vez.
    Es arte
  22. vinoj_moh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Absolutely perfect!!! Album of the decade. Now she’s got that “indie record that’s much cooler than mine”
  23. Julyyuan2020
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    TAYLOR SWIFT is LEGEND. TAYLOR SWIFT is LEGEND. TAYLOR SWIFT is LEGEND.
    TAYLOR SWIFT gave us mora than you can expected.
  24. Robynttw
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    best album released this year. The lyrics, the melodies, the aesthetic, everything. literally chills. I haven’t been saying this cause i’m a taylor stan i’m saying this cause it’s true.
  25. theesalvatore
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    she's already 14 years in her career but swift never fails to reinvent herself. even though this is an unexpected release, she really surprised everyone including us.
  26. MonxoSM
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un hermoso álbum sin duda, con letras profundas e increíbles. Taylor está volviendo a sus raíces musicales y es algo que me agrada por completo.
  27. LuisH
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Este álbum sin duda es uno los mejores del año, August, Seven, Betty, en fin... todo el álbum es bueno
  28. Jacintogarcia
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    This album along with Smile - Katy Perry, are works of art with more mature lyrics
  29. taymetaJ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    #TaylorSwift gave me #folklore and it's everything that I wished for. Taylor Swift's own genre, which seems to be an international folk, country. Pure vocals, beautiful melodies, storytelling lyrics that are complex, mysterious, emotional, sweet, fun. #AaronDessner
  30. iremm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    My fav EXİLE.It’s best collabration.I LOVE U TAY U ARE CRAZY SONGWRİTER AND LEGEND
  31. ArmandoRoss5
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Hermoso álbum alternativo, soy Katycat y amo el trabajo de Tay mi favorita es Cardigan
  32. Hrubio1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is truly a masterpiece! It has been on repeat since its release. Taylor’s best album to date. ❤️
  33. Alejandrodm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    whatever taylor does, he does it very well! ps: little monsters are pretending to be katycats to calicate 0 folklore andh thus create rivalry
  34. anasofiaespada
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, it's shows how great are Taylor's songwriting abilities. No skips
  35. David9811
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amamos a los swifties Mala imagen la que dejó cierto fandom
    Estamos con ustedes los amamos un katy cat
  36. Isafranca
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album a ever heard,is so good and is her best album, Taylor Swift is the music industry
  37. Yzmtz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me encanta tay saco un lado increíble que nadie sabía que tenía y algo diferente a lo que nos da siempre.
  38. Sharayu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The aura and feels are really something different than other 7 albums. This was truly a surprise for the listeners. Attainment of peace in true sense.
  39. Maxxy99
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A perfect example of storytelling and cohesion. The songs illustrate singular stories by themselves, but also one collective one that they all participate in. They always are in their own sub stories as well. Taylor Swift’s songwriting and storytelling has always been legendary, but this album is cements her as one of the best songwriters of all time.
  40. Folklordswift
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Lyrical masterpiece sitting right next to speak now! August, stomping in top 10 9f her discography.
  41. RydenJoshler13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Arteeeee, unas letras geniales que te transportan a una historia siempre. Arte
  42. Jameswordworth
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece! Taylor at her peak. She sounds so mature and sober. this album does not try to be anything, it simply is.
  43. Coby_Sin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album has grown on me a lot these past few days. I have been listening to it on repeat. I love how listening to folklore is like listening to taylor’s story. Taylor has also made 3 chapters to further explain how the story works. I enjoy this album very much!
  44. vicsaesilva13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore es uno de mis álbumes favoritos de este año, es el mejor trabajo de Taylor después de Reputation
  45. exile13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Love this album. It shows what a brilliant songwriter and story teller she is. Each song is a story and you can picture it.
  46. Nee13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I might not be sure if Taylor is my favorite poetic years ago but with Folklore Im 100% sure she is.
  47. Ktycat
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen álbum al igual que su compañera katy perry, entregaron lo mejor de ellas junta este año… Expand
  48. Swiftie456
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album I so good, I love when Taylor use deep lyrics for her lyrics, all the songs touched my heart, thanks for one of the best albums of 2020
  49. PABLO1989Ts113
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum "arte" tiene toques de nostalgia, amor, melodioso. Me siento identificado contigo Taylor Swift, cada canción me describe, como si el que la hubiera hecho fuera yo, gracias por regalarnos tanto arte.
  50. Anna18
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    album of the year, your fav could never. folklore is the proof that artist of the decade taylor swift continued to be relevant, talented and critical acclaimed besides being in the industry for almost 15 years v
  51. ericakatycat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Ótimo álbum, Taylor Swift sempre se supera e Folklore é com certeza um dos melhores álbuns do ano. As letras são incrivelmente bem escritas, profundas. Esse álbum grita TALENTO.
  52. musicreviewsbyj
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best so far. She told these wonderful tales and narratives really well. A must listen album if you're into indie folk.

    TOP PICKS: mirrorball; this is me trying; and peace
  53. Emilio20
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Tay nos da un álbum sorpresivamente, el cual es asombroso, cada una de las canciones te transmiten algo, en general el álbum es muy bueno.
  54. taylian
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's an amazing album. Taylor saved me during this pandemic. Folklore is the best album of 2020.… Expand
  55. Glenn_the_Frog
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    oh i love this album, it's perfect in so many ways. Taylor once again reminds us of all the talent he has with this one and he couldn't do it in a better way.
  56. Vitors23
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is totally perfect as well as all the works of taylor. the lyrics, the sound, the style are wonderful. brings light, peace of mind. I love tou Taylor.
  57. PolaRodriguez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I really love the songs and the concept of this album. Her writing and storytelling are superb! Congratulations Taylor Swift!
  58. LeoFitz09
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The way she keeps reinventing herself more than any male artists today and its successful everytime. Her best, yet.
  59. yaretzi_swift13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is the ultimate artist, writer, and person. This album is the best of the year 2020, I love how Taylor experiments with different stimuli
  60. Fernandoferrus
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore es uno de los mejores álbumes de la cantautora, sus letras son poesía pura y su producción muy fresca.
  61. Abrilbarreirosg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love it, it amazing, is my favourite album of the artist of the decade. I really like folk and country, and this album has a little bit of both so It’s fabulous.I love you Taylor. Amazing albummmmmmmmmmmmmmm, I love the last great American dynasty, hoax, exile, the 1, cardigan (amazing mv), Betty, peace, epiphany, the lakes, invisible string, mirrorball, illicit affairs, seven, august,I love it, it amazing, is my favourite album of the artist of the decade. I really like folk and country, and this album has a little bit of both so It’s fabulous.I love you Taylor. Amazing albummmmmmmmmmmmmmm, I love the last great American dynasty, hoax, exile, the 1, cardigan (amazing mv), Betty, peace, epiphany, the lakes, invisible string, mirrorball, illicit affairs, seven, august, my tears ricochet, mad woman and this is my trying.… Expand
  62. nur221b
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is killing me:,) because i find myself in this album:/ sooooo i love this album! we love you taylor! always be happy!
  63. myothiribo13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is perfect. ❤️ The best album of 2020. Taylor Swift is really music industry.… Expand
  64. akira_ray
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Honestly I didn't couldn't finish it at first.Went back again after a few days since the hype refused to go down. Thank God I did go back because folklore is the album of the year for me hands down. Swift's writing is magical tbh and once you actually pay attention to the intricacies and storylines it's a divine experience. Artistry in the purest form!
  65. markjackson200
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is one of her best albums so far. The lyrics prove once again that she is the best songwriter of our generation and the production made it sound like Taylor was telling us a story with background music. If you haven’t listened to it yet, you definitely should.
  66. Galazxy
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s a masterpiece, the calmness and the mystery in the lyrics and the music is amazing and gives a great listening experience.
  67. sokpichboramey
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this is masterpiece and iconic im not really her fan but i have been loving this album .it feel lana del vibe
  68. RayaNuzh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, Taylor created this album beautifully, the lyrics are so indulgent, and this is my favorite album now
  69. gustavolavin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A rollercoster of emotions, it’s perfect . Made me feel safe during this pandemic. Love you Taylor
  70. Lina2505
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The feeling, the lyrics, the vocals... Everything is perfect. One of the best things made by Taylor Swift
  71. Vignesh1991
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album in 2020... Taylor has poured her poetic and song writing skills.....love this album
  72. Itsxbeto
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor hits with a surprise and way different album from her career and taking a rest from pop music, definitely one of the best album 2020 so far.
  73. rryanshields
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    such an impressive and astounding body of work from taylor, so many years into her career. constantly able to reinvent herself and switching (and dominating) genres!
  74. Jonanoc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Demasiado arte de principio a fin, las letras son tan profundas Excelente trabajo
  75. JulieRazzari
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is the condesation of storytelling, great lyrics and an amazing musical production that not only shows that it's possible to make art in the most hard moments but, that the most pure art comes from our loneliness.
    Taylor Swift, once again, never dissapointing us
  76. stateofatw
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    probably her best album rn red is my favorite album of her but folklore is THAT album
  77. igotit
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing album, wrapped up with its wonderful sounds and lyrics, Taylor certainly never disappoints.
  78. Usha64
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor have done has best in this album... every song is addictive and gives you new experience...
  79. Nadoguzman
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Just art
    A lot of art and Beautiful things, thank you Taylor for this album
  80. Antoneez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece, sound cohesive, amazing lyrics and beautiful vocals. Taylor Swift once again reinvented herself in a brand new fresh sound.
  81. Jeyyce
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her. Best. Album. Yet. She deserves Album Of The Year for a third time. Congratulations.
  82. Bensm93
    Aug 29, 2020
    0
    Bland awful and boring. Terrible vocals and bland production, worst album of the year easily
  83. Eixff13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album so far
    she tried a new kind music style and she had made great success
  84. insen111396
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    If this ain't a perfect album, I don't know what is. This is a career highlight, surely.
  85. MarioFrag
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Espléndido, nunca decepciona, reinvención total, sin duda la maestra de las letras.
  86. Reinier13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El álbum es muy bueno. Liricamente una obra maestra y en cuanto a producción es relajante y disfrutable, a la vez que escuchas las historias expresadas en cada canción.
  87. KatyTaylor
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es lo mejor de lo mejor taylor te amamos, cada álbum tuyo es un nuevo arte y una nueva biblia gracias por tu esfuerzo, los Katycats siempre te apoyaremos
    Att.Katycat Eres súper taylor
  88. Jmoore
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Innovative, a new style, flawless storytelling and vocals. I’ve always loved her stuff but this might be her best album yet
  89. noiceperrier
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    great lyrics and production. Loved the entire album because it felt different from the other music released in 2020.
  90. Chia19998
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Increíble, de verdad ella nos sabe complacer.
    Es una sus letras son demasiado perfectas
  91. russod
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year! Taylor never disappoints and this surprise exceeded all my hopes and expectations. The alternative style suits her amazingly and Folklore is probably one of the best albums of her, overall impeccable, discography.
  92. izzieliv
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    totally awesome album and this is one of her best album! if i can give more than 10, i'll give 11 out of 10
  93. Gagavocal
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Saudações mãe da terra, vós que nos serviu esta obra. Te protejo e te contemplo, aves voam.
  94. Pranab
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is feels like escaping of reality to enter a different world.. Complexity of lyrics with simple but yet different production. This album shows her ability to imagine things and she painted pictures of the song.… Expand
  95. daylightlove
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor captures the storytelling that defines folk stories. You find a mix of happy and sad songs, yet there is a sonically cohesive sound to it. The lyrics in this album are some of her best lyrics ever. My tears ricochet is definitely one of her most heartbreaking songs ever. This album is a rollercoaster of transporting you to your childhood, to your lover, to your most hurtful days, toTaylor captures the storytelling that defines folk stories. You find a mix of happy and sad songs, yet there is a sonically cohesive sound to it. The lyrics in this album are some of her best lyrics ever. My tears ricochet is definitely one of her most heartbreaking songs ever. This album is a rollercoaster of transporting you to your childhood, to your lover, to your most hurtful days, to a nostalgia of things that couldn't be.… Expand
  96. Imunkowns
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    since her first interviews she's spoken about how songwriting and storytelling means to her and in folklore she climaxed. every song on this album is telling a story and i really loved the love triangle idea! i imagine someone is telling stories about a long lost city which is not here anymore and the story of their lives and how they faded whenever i listen to this album. Taylor Swift didsince her first interviews she's spoken about how songwriting and storytelling means to her and in folklore she climaxed. every song on this album is telling a story and i really loved the love triangle idea! i imagine someone is telling stories about a long lost city which is not here anymore and the story of their lives and how they faded whenever i listen to this album. Taylor Swift did this album only in three months which is mind-blowing. gonna listen to this album nonstop in this autumn/winter along with her old album RED.… Expand
  97. Alissonswift
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Without a doubt this album is perfect, each melody transports you to a world full of magic, Taylor Swift has the best lyrics in the entire music industry.
  98. evanmueller01
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    artist of the decade, album of the decade. mirrorball and august supremacy.
  99. Vicent61334
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    El álbum esta regular,hay algunas pistas que me gustan pero otras suenan iguales,sonidos que lo único que cambia es el ritmo porque técnicamente todos suenan como canciones de cuna.
  100. SwiftLennon17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum que sobrepasa cualquier expectativa. Ella es la industria de la música.
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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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