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

Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 241 out of 17537
  3. Negative: 1,473 out of 17537
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  1. alimroh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a masterpiece, wbk! Adn taylor always serve us with beatifull lirycally. Hope se make exile as a single!
  2. nanamesa
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    swiftie,katycat and little monster .Please stop rating 0 to each other album because this 3 women had put so much effort and hard work to create their own masterpiece. Instead rate 10/10 to all 3 woman to appreciate their work.
  3. Sachin615
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the the best album of 2020 with the extra-ordinary lyrics and storytelling & Taylor's best vocal delivery. Made in 3-4 months..... It's a masterpiece.
  4. Elliesparks
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Lyrically her best yet! Album is so comforting and refreshing with all the chaos happening in the world right now.
  5. Shivaniij
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album by Taylor swift she is just an amazing artist and her body of work is just outstanding
  6. Tracey04
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great Great… Expand
  7. klau13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    one of taylor swift's best albums and definitely one of the best albums this year. i enjoyed and related to every song in a personal level and i love taylor's power on always making her song so relatable for everyone. i loved the storyline that this album unfolded and taylor did an excellent job with every detail.
  8. Musicfun
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love it ! Taylor reinventing herself in the best and most vulnerable way. Cardigan is her best lead single.… Expand
  9. exiles
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has proved again that she's a musical genius. Switching from country to pop and now alternative. Her versatility amazes me.
  10. NewVector
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is a masterpiece lyrically and musically ...U can hate her but can't say the album isn't a good one...I see a lot of effort and her mature things ...Perfect… Expand
  11. Neverland13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    LOVE TAYLOR SWIFT FOREVER AND ALWAYS.She’s a great artist.Folklore is a great artwork.Everything is so beautiful in this album.
    Piece and love.
  12. Stellarzombie
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best thing came out of 2020! The stylings, the aesthetics, the vocals, everything is PERFECT!! *chefs kiss*
  13. nard16_lb
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Best Album Ever and Dont you dare give it a zero because you hate her and you want your idol to pave the way. It really shows that y'all are bitter and cannot accept talent and that's a very petty and sad thing for you. Anyway, keep safe anyone, STREAM FOLKLORE AND SPREAD HAPPINESS
  14. Jonathan0112
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katyrats and little monsters trying to manipulate the Metacritic users scores but what the critic said was TRUE. Folklore is a lyrical and poetic masterpiece which express how swift felt during quarantine after after the success and stress and all those she has been through these years. An alternative indie album which isn’t aimed at any commercial success showed Taylor made this timelessKatyrats and little monsters trying to manipulate the Metacritic users scores but what the critic said was TRUE. Folklore is a lyrical and poetic masterpiece which express how swift felt during quarantine after after the success and stress and all those she has been through these years. An alternative indie album which isn’t aimed at any commercial success showed Taylor made this timeless classic for MUSIC not for results… Expand
  15. Jorshak
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift once again proves that she can dominate in any genre solely by focusing on the music and being the songwriter of her and mine generation. It’s so good to see an artist to get better and better with time, just like Taylor Swift.… Expand
  16. mirrorballswift
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I just want to give justice to this album. It is such a wonderful lyrical and cohesive album. Some haters gave this album a "0" score. But we cannot deny the fact that this album is a perfect 10!
  17. Falcon05
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  18. StoptellLie
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album deserve everything,this is a masterpiece and a reasons to breath
  19. tangshu
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album sounds very comfortable. It makes me relax quickly❤❤And HOAX is my favorite song
  20. ur_poetess
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love Folklore. It's not your typical songs today. It's kind of vintagey-moderny style (If you know what I mean.) I love how it tells you how beautiful your life is.… Expand
  21. kevindarmawan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore, the most beautiful album from this awesome, incredible, and talented woman Taylor Swift. Her songs made me spent hours a day just to listen and enjoy her songs, to bless my ears. Let's make her rating rockets!!!
  22. rabbi
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Majestic album empowered by the elements of poetry. You can picture the scene in every song. MASTERPIECE!
  23. Zinmoe
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is the best thing that happens in my life in 2020 so far. lyrically fkin amazing.… Expand
  24. Sethcody
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is the best one yet. I love the lyrics on all the 16 tracks including the deluxe version.
  25. Atomm
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    When I listen to “Folklore” first time I really like this! This album is amazing! And Now I’m new Thai Swifties.
  26. d1rtbag
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    iconic, legendary, amazing, paved the way, never been done before, life-changing, fantastic
  27. Shan_Villacorte
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The scintillating haunted tunes and trademarked excellent song-writing skills make this album the album of the pandemic. Congratulations to the music industry.
  28. mrynygn
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    One of her best album! Totally love every track. Will forever be amazed by how she expresses all these feelings through her songwriting and music.
  29. Rhodnie
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album is a revelation that Ms. Swift can conquer almost every genre there is.
  30. Chrisli
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. folklore is a shining star around my scar.The fighting between fandoms should stop,none of these artist deserve this.泰妈妈我永远爱你… Expand
  31. ladyamericana13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Served, amazing, phenomenal, never done before. The perfect fall/rainy day album. One of my favorites. Would recommend listening to it at 2 A.M.
  32. roaringtwennies
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore,wow i just have no words to describe how relatable this album is truly incriedble,it shows a massive growth in swift's songwriting that most likely will continue to grow
  33. taytaybp
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so so so much！！！This albums is the epitome of the Taylor Swift sound. Personally, I see this as Swift at best. Her vocals are soothing thus so fitting on the overall theme the album's trying to convey. Swift had been able to master control her voice. Her lyricism and how the poetry is delivered throughout the album is superb and consistent. TAYLOR SWIFT IS THE MUSIC INDISTRY. PERIOD.… Expand
  34. Lazld7
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has the aroma of grass, comfortable and happy ,It reminds me of my childhood .… Expand
  35. Manami18
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's a great album. It's very refreshing and the lyrics are really very well written. This album showcases Taylor's songwriting .
  36. Karmaisreal
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's the best album of the year. I can feel many different feeling from Taylor's voice.
  37. pyaezawhtet
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album proves Taylor finally found her sound and her soul of music and i’m really thankful for this beautifully written masterpiece album. She just proved again she is undoubtedly one of greatest songwriters of our generation. This album is actually timeless.… Expand
  38. kontiki
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    my favourite album of all time, period. it is a masterpiece done by the greatest songwriter of our generation.
  39. ahokluna
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore might be my album of the year, i love it so much. her lyrics are literally poetry, and she has improved in the production, that was already amazing in her old albums. jack antonoff’s work is still amazing, like always. i’m so proud of taylor for making such an exquisite and angelic album. thank u tay.
  40. Jatjoy
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album glamorously presents Taylor's wild imagination in its most wonderful and mystical shape.
  41. 125shirai
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    泰勒斯就是最
  42. Themadqueen
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her album is true poetry. An artist who knows how to stretch her wings and her writing skills
  43. Mikas13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album of 2020. No need to explain. Because the album speaks itself that this body of work of Taylor Swift is the best.
  44. AngelDomz04
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
  45. Taylor2
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    AOTY
  46. JacqGarcia
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album serves as a healing instrument with today's happenings in the world
  47. SuzanneK
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album felt like a dream come true. Even though I have very much enjoyed Swift's music in the past, I wouldn't have called myself a fan. Now, however, I guess I'm a big fan! This album showcases how well Taylor Swift can tell a story. The instrumentals are beautiful and dreamy!
  48. bangswiftforevr
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    i really love this album, honestly probably one of my favourite from taylor. i love how she experimented and tried out a new genre and doing that so flawlessly & successfully. the lyrics are so beautiful -i mean what else did we expect from THE taylor swift- and the production is so good as well. her vocals are just so soothing & calming, they fit perfectly with the overall theme of thisi really love this album, honestly probably one of my favourite from taylor. i love how she experimented and tried out a new genre and doing that so flawlessly & successfully. the lyrics are so beautiful -i mean what else did we expect from THE taylor swift- and the production is so good as well. her vocals are just so soothing & calming, they fit perfectly with the overall theme of this album. i've been stanning taylor since red and i have huge love & respect for her. i'm so glad that i'm able to see her grow both as an artist as well as a person. … Expand
  49. jmdc
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is super good that Taylor decided to drop it this quarantine period and I'm so really amazed at her songwriting skills because in just 4 months she compiled the full studio album. this is her best album so far.
  50. anjgarcia
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I think this is Taylor Swift's best album cause all the tracks are lyrically perfect! the songs screams pain, euphoria, magical and this also shows how versatile she was cause from a happy album lover to this aternative sad album xox
  51. itsjxylxn
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year! Taylor Swift as a lyricist completely transcends through this album, combined with her story-telling and ability to capture different stories through different characters created only through her own imagination. It feels like one of her most vulnerable albums as we go into the depths of her own life but also characters that play in her mind. She’s incrediblyThe best album of the year! Taylor Swift as a lyricist completely transcends through this album, combined with her story-telling and ability to capture different stories through different characters created only through her own imagination. It feels like one of her most vulnerable albums as we go into the depths of her own life but also characters that play in her mind. She’s incredibly talented and that is clear in ‘folklore’, especially considering the circumstances in which this album was written and produced and in such a short amount of time.… Expand
  52. hedda
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift is not only a good singer,but also a good poet!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️… Expand
  53. swiftie13tay
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Excelente álbum, me encanta, Taylor jamás decepciona, una verdadera obra de arte.
  54. Yas123
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Great album, inspiring! Taylor swift has been my favourite artist since time immemorial. She never stops surprising me
  55. h4k4ny
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor did it again. This is a masterpiece. Amazing lyrics, gorgeous sounds:) Deserves Album of the Year!!
  56. sabrinadrift
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor Swift's best album. And no one can change my mind. Folklore's alternative mood is so perfect for this generation.
  57. SunAshApollo28
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor at her best in writing beautiful poems and then turned them into music that is emotional and captivating.
  58. Ruz31
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece folklore / reputation are Taylor's best albums so far love u taytay
  59. Tanyavashisht
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the Best 2020 album. This Album shows the growth of Taylor's vocals. All the songs on this album are 10/10. The production on this album is so good n soothing. Love the album this album will age like a fine wine.… Expand
  60. Adit1
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Swift has been excellent at changing genres and mastering them. She has proved that while switching from country roots giving most awarded country album Fearless to self written masterpiece Speak Now to record breaking RED which is incredibly loved by the fans, to giving us the most awarded pop album 1989 which is one of the greatest pop albums of a time and masterpieces like reputationSwift has been excellent at changing genres and mastering them. She has proved that while switching from country roots giving most awarded country album Fearless to self written masterpiece Speak Now to record breaking RED which is incredibly loved by the fans, to giving us the most awarded pop album 1989 which is one of the greatest pop albums of a time and masterpieces like reputation and Lover. Her switch into the Indie/Alternative genre with folklore has been a hit and the record breaking album is one of the strong contenders for ALBUM OF THE YEAR. folklore isn't just an album, it's a reason to breathe!!… Expand
  61. Pdmp
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece
    Taylor did her best in the lyrics of Folklore!
    Just look at the Cardigan and Exile!!
  62. JavierRdzB
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, Taylor Swift gift us one of the most important albums this year and Folklore is actually a masterpiece; its lyrics are fantastic and each song show us different feelings! Thank you Taylor for this incredible album this year!I love this album so much!!!
  63. Kce
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor has outdone herself yet again. This album deserves every praise, proving that she improves with each passing year - vocally, lyrically, etc.
  64. arksensei
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is album showcases Taylor's unique talent in storytelling whether it's fiction or not.… Expand
  65. taylordswift
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    TAYLOR I LOVE YOU SO MUCH ILLICIT AFFAIRS IS SO RELATABLE. STEP ON ME QUEEN. amazing songs
  66. Xxjsh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore isn't just an album, it's a lifestyle. The lyrics are written so beautifully, love it so much. Truly a masterpiece.
  67. betteroff13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    stream folklore by taylor alison swift aka the artist of the decade. period.
  68. DilanH7
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album is so magical. Can't stop listening to this album. Best album ever !
  69. Mhk16
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor's best album periodt… Expand
  70. geeapryl
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I loveeee loveee love this album. jdjdjsjsjsjsjsjsjjdkskdkedjndndsjjsjsnsnsnsksks
  71. Shri_
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, if u like listening to indie records this is the best album.
    It's very unique and u can listen to it when u feel low or want a break, with these amazing 17 heart warming tracks
  72. lovelytae
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album Taylor has ever written! Every single song is well written and well produced, with deep lyrics and great tunes.
  73. Saira786
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is it. Obsessed with this lyrically genius woman. Never though she could outdo herself. Exile. Is. A. Masterpiece.
  74. houndura
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Hands down her best album. very reminiscent of NFR by Lana Del Rey and I loved that album. Hope to hear more like this from her.
  75. hoangngoan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is so perfect, I never imagine Taylor made that great album:v and All of the songs is my favourite I will add on my playlist
  76. ErikBenin
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is such a great album! It has so mush power and feeling! It's the best album, released this year! Taylor Swift proved once again that she is here to break records, write history and make every listener loves this amazing album!
  77. Lucacomputer
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    its so good perfect
    talented brilliant incredible amazinf showstopping

    miss taylor did thag
  78. stavminor7
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    In my opinion Taylor’s best work yet. I’m a sucker for indie, so to see Taylor work with my heroes from that neighborhood of the “genre” spectrum has been a dream and I am very grateful to have this in my music library. Her songwriting is at its best, the melodies are haunting and captivating, the aesthetics mesmerizing. I can’t praise this enough
  79. Arieldalri
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The album is wonderful! I love it so much. Taylor is so versatile. She is the music industry!
  80. Mets92babe
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift is the best songwriter!!! The words in each song create wonderful stories. Have been playing this on repeat since release. Swiftie for life!!!
  81. Uasobusted
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album ever! Love it from first sight, i listen to folklore like almost every single day, like i just can't stop
  82. xzyronecerezo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Lyrically the best album ever made in the history by the music industry herself. The imagery and her eulogy here is a no joke, something only a legend can do. DESERVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR WARD!!!!
  83. elifduru
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JAMES YOU ARE A CHEATER!!! Betty don't cry please James doesn't deserve you honey.… Expand
  84. haidara
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The Greatest thing happened in 2020.
    Thank you Taylor.
    The lyric and the production are very good. So much Love....
  85. timswift
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️… Expand
  86. dianasimoes
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's solo good, her best album! she always amazes us with everything she does, stream folklore!
  87. rl_deo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore is an album that showcase not only Taylor Swift's talent in song writing, but also versatility as an artist. She ventured yet another genre in music and she successfully brought us a new masterpiece.
  88. Taylord123
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Lyrical masterpiece A moment in history that will never be forgotten The talent shown in this art is Beyond
  89. Finyle
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Folklore is classic! TS8 brings me a peaceful wonderland which is worthy of 10 points.… Expand
  90. Swiftieswiftie
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album of the YEAR!
    I don't get it why katycats and Little monsters are spamming folklore with negative (0) review, screw THEM!
  91. Hung0801
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album mới nhất của Taylor chỉ được sáng tác trong thời gian ngắn, nhưng nó chắc chắn đã cứu rỗi mùa hè nghiệt ngã này. Với những chất liệu đã từng được sử dụng trong RED, Taylor khiến người nghe bất ngờ về tính thống nhất và sự sắp xếp hợp lí các bài trong album
  92. Nan13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. I love how Taylor makes every songs so emotional and heart throbbing.
  93. bongchi
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a sad beautiful tragic and I love it. Each song makes me feel different thing. I can't really choose my most fave cause i love them all
  94. BonIver
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    august and exile and the 1 did THAT!!! Taylor Swift really came through with this album
  95. miracleblue
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best album so far! As she explore the new genre, the concept, the lyrics are at its peak.
  96. AwesomeArk13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I loved all of them the songs in folklore. This album very emotional and make me feel that. The lyric is amazing.
  97. Lalabo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Folklore album gives us a peace of mind and calm down our hearts. This album gives me so much love and it helps with my depression and anxiety, I am so glad that Taylor Swift was able to produce such good music during quarantine, this album helps me so much better. This album deserves appreciation for saving me from sadness. I am currently experiencing anxiety and stress because of what'sFolklore album gives us a peace of mind and calm down our hearts. This album gives me so much love and it helps with my depression and anxiety, I am so glad that Taylor Swift was able to produce such good music during quarantine, this album helps me so much better. This album deserves appreciation for saving me from sadness. I am currently experiencing anxiety and stress because of what's happening in the world right now. Folklore is a masterpiece that deserves all praises. Thank you!… Expand
  98. Myawuttyi
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    One of my favourite albums among Swift's 8 albums. So beautiful lyrics and music composition.
  99. decayedtrees
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is perfect!!!
    the vocal and the production are so amazing.
    i love it so much    … Expand
  100. linhchiphan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album likes an adventure. It takes from this feeling to another feeling. Sad, happiness, regretful and forgiven.
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Awards & Rankings

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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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