Lover
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 23, 2019
User Score
8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 9316 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7,836 out of 9316
  2. Mixed: 241 out of 9316
  3. Negative: 1,239 out of 9316
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  1. Katielam
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece. It is different from the previous albums-it is full of love and hope.
  2. Al3xSw1ft13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It's a very good album, I love it. It is one of the few good pop albums there are
  3. Rebem
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    There’s not much to say, just that this is arguably Taylor’s best pop album ever, especially under a lyrical point of view. Death by a thousand cuts, afterglow, cruel summer and daylight deserve a special mention because those are true masterpieces, probably some of the best songs Taylor ever produced in her whole career.
  4. showsn
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Beautiful lyrics and feels so raw and emotional. Overall a musical masterpiece.
  5. Shanice_G
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The most amazing album, Taylor has done it again! From the beautiful lyrics in Cornelia Street to the absolute bops The Man, Cruel Summer and Paper Rings to the heart wrenching Soon You’ll Get Better. Utter perfection!
  6. DawsonTherre
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Effortlessly Taylor Swift’s foremost album. From first-rate production to her perceptive lyrics. Ms. Swift once again showed she is a dominant strength in the music industry.
  7. Drewcastle07
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor Swift's new album has a cohesive sound, great vocals and Amazing lyrics. One of her best works to date. You can hear the passion she puts in her vocals on every song and how vulnerable she is
  8. gingerbreadtho
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Didn’t think it was possible for Taylor to keep raising the bar of pop music - however she has done it yet again. This will go down in history for sure!
  9. Sarahivis
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This album contains everything an album needs to be great. The production, the lyrics. Every song is a new world that takes you to a different place emotionally. 100%recommended.
  10. fernandafork
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I Forgot That You Existed 8.5/10
    Cruel Summer 10/10
    Lover 10/10
    The Man 10/10
    The Archer 10/10
    I Think He Knows 9.5/10
    Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince 10/10
    Paper Rings 10/10
    Cornelia Street 9?5/10
  11. StillWaters3
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A gorgeously well-written album, Lover effortlessly transitions from upbeat love songs to moving ballads. Even at its worst, it's a collection of solid pop songs.
  12. anagabi
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This is the perfect combination of Taylor in all her forms! Although I love reputation era so much, Lover era is here to stay. From country to "jazz" and a little bit of pop punk, this album made me so happy to even been able to listen to. If you were missing the old Taylor now you have her back but with "all the exes, fights and flaws", and better than ever. You will get everything fromThis is the perfect combination of Taylor in all her forms! Although I love reputation era so much, Lover era is here to stay. From country to "jazz" and a little bit of pop punk, this album made me so happy to even been able to listen to. If you were missing the old Taylor now you have her back but with "all the exes, fights and flaws", and better than ever. You will get everything from her in this album, and for those who loved reputation, there is still a little bit of it in Lover.… Expand
  13. Cari121
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A great album from the queen. She never fails to amaze me. I'm so proud of her and the hard work she has put in.
  14. Janneke
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Amazing album by the queen of pop Taylor Swift! Can not wait for the tour, new music video and promo we're gonna see
  15. pichuloopez
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Un álbum poderoso, en una época donde en él Pop se canta tanto sobre cosad sad es lindo que ella se de él tiempo de hablar sobre él amor. Sobre todos los tipos de amor.
    Él sonido sueno genial, las letras muy poderosas y su voz mejor que siempre.
  16. wilson309
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. love the album. a banger. a bop. like a rainbow with all of the colors. all these just beautiful… Expand
  17. leo_paul09
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The excellence that this album has. She always outdo herself. No one can do it like her.… Expand
  18. Cesarort
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Great album! Girl you’ve done it again, constantly raising the bar for us all and doing it flawlessly
  19. NrNr
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best albums ever made! I mostly enjoyed listening to lover(song), false god, afterglow, Miss Americana & The heartbrek prince, Death by a thousand cuts, daylight, the man, paper rings, cornelia street, and finally the best song of the album; CRUEL SUMMER… Expand
  20. whatsasydney
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    I had a feeling that "Lover" would be a great album. I mean, it's Taylor Swift, I knew she'd bring us something worthwhile. However, I wasn't expecting a masterpiece. "Lover" is Swift's best work since "Red." The lyrics are captivating, thoughtful, and intriguing. Each song feels so different from each other but they still flow together beautifully. The production is top-notch. Put in yourI had a feeling that "Lover" would be a great album. I mean, it's Taylor Swift, I knew she'd bring us something worthwhile. However, I wasn't expecting a masterpiece. "Lover" is Swift's best work since "Red." The lyrics are captivating, thoughtful, and intriguing. Each song feels so different from each other but they still flow together beautifully. The production is top-notch. Put in your headphones and listen to every instrument, every beat, the sublime mixing, and you'll understand. While listening you can tell how much love and care Taylor and her team put into this album. Above all else, "Lover" is both a return to form and something completely new for Swift. She perfectly blends pure, peppy, perfect pop with slight twinges of country here and there, but it's easy to see that Swift has grown up quite a bit since her last album "reputation." I'd go as far as to say that "Lover" is an early contender to be the next Album of the Year.

    If you haven't listened to this album yet, get on your phone and stream it now. It's an absolute masterwork, definitely Swift's finest.    … Expand
  21. steponmygownn
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    all the rats from other fandoms trying to lower lover’s score basically shows that taylor is too successful for their faves to outsold so yeah
  22. evanstonswift
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor Swift has never disappointed me. I love everything about the Lover. Been putting on repeat for a week now since it was released. the BEST track for me is ”Afterglow” it’s such a beautiful song, well-written lyrics, and a marvelous tune!

    the second best track is ”Cruel Summer”
    And don’t sleep on ”It’s Nice To Have A Friend”
  23. Isaidremember13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Ce nouvel album de Taylor Swift est vraiment bon, toujours aussi bien écrit. Certaines chansons vont vite devenir des hits comme The Man, False God, Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince etc. Elle ne m'a encore pas déçue avec ce nouvel album, bravo Taytay!
  24. Shera92
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really like it so much and I am going to buy it for my self .
    I think her voice is so good and beautiful and I really like the song lover and cruel summer    … Expand
  25. GiovanniVDW
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Lover is totally a masterpiece!!! Every song in this record gives me different feelings!
  26. kellensantos
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    ugh! speechless... this is a masterpiece! everyone say thank you taylor swift
  27. osamahaa
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best pop album in the world!! i love taylor swift shes so nice and i love the album… Expand
  28. JulianTorrez13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Es un excelente álbum es su mejor álbum bueno uno de los mejores cómo Red Speak now y 1989 simplemente I love you Tay
  29. fizzyizzy
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    amazing album full of incredible lyrics!! taylor has once again created another masterpiece of an album!! go stream lover
  30. lonelyboyscc
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Excellent product, from the lyrics, the production process, the melodies or her voice. All are perfect.
  31. Luvr
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s one of the best albums I’ve ever heard it’s art and have magical songs you should hear it !!!… Expand
  32. javiswift
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I love this album! Congrats Taylor!!! I think that is one of my favourites albums ever. And I am Daylight Stan!
  33. catchmehouis
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Such a good album. I think there’s not a skip in this album, one of my favorites of 2019 definitely
  34. swiftcherous
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    pop perfection, love it so much. everything pop was needing recently. taylor always serves the best music, she deserves the best
  35. jidapasrisuk
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor Swift has never disappointed me. I love everything about the Lover. Been putting on repeat for a week now since it was released. the BEST track for me is ”Afterglow” it’s such a beautiful song, well-written lyrics, and a marvelous tune!

    the second best track is ”Cruel Summer”
    DON’T SLEEP ON ”It’s Nice To Have A Friend”
  36. Piliv
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This album is soooo perfect, thank you so much, Taylor Swift..False God is The best song
  37. Viq27
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Lover is the best ❤
    This album make me feel I'll be better soon.
    I love Lover I love Taylor.
  38. fundonut
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Legendaric. Queen and King of the music industry. Taylor Swift never fails to disappoint. I love this album just as much as I love her. Stream Lover to be healthy. Mwa.
  39. blairvonlovett
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Intimate, honest, passionate, overwhelming. Lover is like a warm coat in winter and a fresh drink in summer at the same time. Brilliant.
  40. Shams01
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It's a really beautiful album you could relate to everything when I hear it I get hyped and get joyfull the only artist that has every album better than the one before but at the same time keeps you wondering which one is the best the greatest of all time
  41. JamieLee13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    perfect!!!i just want to say this album is best album, and i just can't believe Taylor did it. i'm crying
  42. AnaluGorn
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Es increible. La calidad del sonido con la composición de cada canción es fenomenal.
  43. anhnguyen
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I promise that you never find another like ME!
    You’re my my my my LOVER ❤️
  44. Lizbethyeth
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Literally a masterpiece. I Forgot That You Existed? DID THAT. Cruel Summer? THAT **** Lover? SWEETEST SONG EVER. The Man? ENDED SEXISM. The Archer? BROKE HEARTS.… Expand
  45. Franco99
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Beautiful ts-style lyrics, bright and warm vibe, couldn't be better. Daylight and Lover deserves all the praises. Plus, fans of Lana and Ariana, who also deliberately give zero score to lower the user score, remember what you did. Karma is real.
  46. Higorluiz
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a incredible album !! All the records it’s amazing and it one of your best album ever !!… Expand
  47. Aleeeee
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It's an amazing album,everyone should stream and buy it
  48. Diane_Mendoza
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this is a great job, this is a masterpiece, this must be stay in a museum forever and Always...… Expand
  49. tancanh
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    đây là album đánh dấu sự trở ;ại với một con đường mới cua TayTay, phản ánh đời tư mạnh mẽ giữa tình yêu tình bạn sự nghiệp và xã hội. bên cạnh giai điệu bắt tai còn có phần lờ chất lượng ở các bài hát vừa chân thự cẩn dụ đan xen
  50. AnthonyDigati
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Lover is an amazing album with very personal lyrics. Cruel Summer, London Boy, and Miss Americana have been stuck in my head for days. With every album she releases I become more of a fan. She constantly changes her sound and evolves as an artist, creating new themes around her music.❤️
  51. Veliana
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor has outdone herself! The album blew my mind, it is a masterpiece, lyrically and sonically! I love every single song of it!
  52. Thekingof45
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of her and the history I love this album Thanks you Taylor Swift for make art for everyone… Expand
  53. dimalPH
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything. Love everything.… Expand
  54. Missamericanasw
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    She cusses, gets sassy, brings up old styles of production and it is a lyrical masterpiece sooooo, yes this is Taylor Swift’s best album yet.
  55. kibojebad
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect Album Perfect Album Perfect Album Perfect Album Perfect Album Perfect Album… Expand
  56. Sifjjscoshciwi
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é simplesmente maravilhoso, ultrapassando Reputation e chegando quase no mesmo nível de 1989, Taylor Swift como sempre fazendo álbuns ótimos.… Expand
  57. Bel97
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Lover is a combination of old and new Taylor. It’s her best album to date, better than Red in my opinion! This is an album with NO SKIPS, every track is unique and catchy
  58. Ghala
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. اطلق البوم سمعته بحياتي خرافي جميل ورايع جداً جداً الله يسعد تايلور امواح اشكر امك ع االبوم الرهيب ذا طهر ام الكوكب والخرياناتورز كلهم عيال كلب وكل السويفتيز خياله امواح… Expand
  59. nijimena
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes this is Taylor Swift’s best album yet.… Expand
  60. ayahsg
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A great album, musically, lyrically and aesthetically . I think it has "Taylor Swift" album's spontaneity, "Fearless" 's evolution, "Speak Now" 's lyrics, "Red" 's emotions "1989" 's production and "Reputation" 's growth Has a beautiful message My favorite tracks are Daylight and Miss Americana and the heartbreak prince
  61. orangegirlfa
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it is a great work from Taylor I love it so much I can play it every time it is a great work from Taylor I love it so much I can play it every time it is a great work from Taylor I love it so much I can play it every time it is a great work from Taylor I love it so much I can play it every time it is a great work from Taylor I love it so much I can play it every time… Expand
  62. nyarmenia1889
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Amé este álbum de principio a fin, es hermoso, en realidad tiene toda la esencia de lo que es el amor.
  63. Lili23
    Aug 31, 2019
    9
    Un álbum lleno de frescura y positividad, que explora las distintas facetas del amor y nos lleva en un viaje sanador.
    Escucharlo es una experiencia de otro mundo, al igual que ocurre con todos álbumes de la legendaria Taylor Swift
  64. Fga
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Best best best best best best best best Best best best best best best best best Best best best best best best best best Best best best best best best best best Best best best best best best best best
  65. stylesafterglow
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    exceeded my expectations, Taylor delivered brilliant songs that saved her singles
  66. Starlight13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I loved the album it was amazing and i don’t care if you clowns didn’t like it **** off ARIANATORS I don’t care if I spelled it wrong
  67. riamay
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    i love this album so much. there is so much evidence of development through the years and the coming of a new age. it celebrates taylor’s and joe’s relationship. cruel summer is defiantly my fav!!
  68. Sebastian_43
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Because,this album have the most styles variety of music in a album.
    Hip/hop Pop
    Pop/Rock
    Alternative
    this album is perfect
  69. EuniceGarcia
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This album is one of her best ones! It fills perfectly all the 18 tracks with a good music, sound and lyric, thank you Taylor for another masterpiece.
  70. cyranoavek5902
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Best album i heard in a while. It touched my soul and made me feel desperately single
  71. mmmbop
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Haven't been this excited and content after listening to a pop album for years. that alone deserves a 10/10! This album feels like a full circle of her, musically and philosophically. with the musical spectrum of Red, passion of Fearless, confessional songwriting of Speak Now, and pop delight of 1989, Lover feels like a complete picture.
  72. Kylierose
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Such an amazing album lyrically with fun songs in between such as paper rings or ME!
  73. Rxslz
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a miracle thank you Taylor for this gorgeous album we love you … Expand
  74. OmarCrisostomo
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Un concepto totalmente diferente a su anterior disco, demostrando que ella es la única artista que puede hacerlo sin decepcionar.
    this is completely art
  75. Hazelm
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Such a beautiful album, one of Taylor's best. A combination of Speak Now and Red.
  76. Taylorswiftchil
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The best album of pop, this is amazing, but have hate. This album deserves Grammy, the best album. deserves all love
  77. madisonswiftie
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor Swift's album "Lover" is perfect and the lyrics could cut glass. Taylor has outdone herself yet again, and Lover is sure to impress
  78. papierrings
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Deserves AOTY. All songs have amazing bridges. There's much better songs on the album than what she has released earlier this year.
  79. edenshaw
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    this album did WONDERS its absolutely amazing. stream paper rings and i think he knows
  80. LizzyDelevigne_
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Taylor Swift is the best songwriter of our generation and outsold all of your faves
  81. SoleLorde
    Mar 26, 2020
    7
    Lover is her best piece of work today, you can play the whole album and you won't get tired of it, Taylor release a personal, beautiful, and clear pop album, the lyrics are from a professional song writer, all the lyrics go beyond from the first listen, you need to read them to understand what she is saying, the references she uses are amazing, literally one of the best written albums ofLover is her best piece of work today, you can play the whole album and you won't get tired of it, Taylor release a personal, beautiful, and clear pop album, the lyrics are from a professional song writer, all the lyrics go beyond from the first listen, you need to read them to understand what she is saying, the references she uses are amazing, literally one of the best written albums of the decade.

    The production is sweet, puts you in the best mood, they work perfectly with the lyrics, it's a sweet production that is deep compared to her previous work.

    The album is long, but has 0 fillers, every song is perfect compared to the other songs, the thing that left many people wishing is the lack of heavy danceable pop songs like shake it off, yet it is perfect without them. She made a beautiful, perfect, amazing love letter to her lover.    … Expand
  82. ariolapayola1
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    album of the year but the pressed stans hate to see it lmao they're so mad at it :'(
  83. ddavina
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Amazing. AOTY secured. Taylor Swift has 0 bad albums and this one is probably the best. The lyrics: amazing. The production: amazing.
  84. perfectdrama_
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Perfect from beginning to end. Cruel Summer and Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince are the highlights for me.
  85. CruelHades
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    It’s hard for people who’s never been in love or never thought about it to understand the album. It’s the kind of album you would listen to when you think of love. The love you have for the world, for yourself, for your mother, and for your lover. Absolutely another masterpiece by Taylor Swift.
  86. evch
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A perfect album. It's lyrical genius with amazing production. Once again an outstanding piece of work from Taylor Swift
  87. faeluver
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    We all know it’s a good album. Stop being jealous and give it the rate it deserves. It’s her best album or at least second best album. AOTY. Period.
  88. Nieves
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    No skips! She is really the best lyricist of this generation. She never had an album that sounded like her previous albums
  89. Areen
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    A love letter to love itself
  90. eden1213
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    her best album so far. this is the most mature she has sounded yet, it truly sounds like an adult 1989. her best work yet!
  91. Maceloswiftie13
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    O álbum está maravilhoso!!!!
  92. kyleepls
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Such a vibrant album that’s fun while not losing its artfulness and deep cuts. Cruel Summer boasts a catchy tune with a bridge that you want to scream at the top of your lungs, a specialty of Taylor’s which shines on this album. This album, in short, is Taylor Swift taking us on a one way trip to Bridge City.
  93. jesj
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    Her best album yet! The production is so good and the lyrics are amazing. Her voice sounds better than ever
  94. Tayjin
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, one of her best works. This album has something for everyone to offer. Some bops, bubblegum pop, heart crushing ballads, metaphorical songwriting. Taylor Swift outdoes herself every single comeback.… Expand
  95. lane2001
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    An amazing album. Every song is so different from the next but still fits her theme. She takes the best aspects of all her previous styles and combines it into one.
  96. mikaxfaye
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    this is a cute album. full of SERVES! i truly stan. u guys are just mean :(
  97. naomimg
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    will always love & support you!!
    the album has so many great songs, it really deserves a listen! Favorites are cruel summer, paper rings & i think he knows!
  98. Pedro1674
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un album muy especial llena de mucho sentimiento y grandes letras sin canciones de relleno que te divierte y te deja diferentes mensajes muy buenos… Expand
  99. Potatolover
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    By far her best art work. It is sonically breathtaking and lyrically genius. Highly reccomend everyone to give it a listen atleast once
  100. michael_21
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    The components of lover are far greater than anything else 2019 has to offer. The album's first tracks 1-9 SLAP. HARD. London boy and Afterglow are the only two that I didn't immediately love. These 18 songs truly have something to offer for everyone on this album, the lyrical content is on point, and honestly, the greatest album she has ever made. This is a true must listen for anybody,The components of lover are far greater than anything else 2019 has to offer. The album's first tracks 1-9 SLAP. HARD. London boy and Afterglow are the only two that I didn't immediately love. These 18 songs truly have something to offer for everyone on this album, the lyrical content is on point, and honestly, the greatest album she has ever made. This is a true must listen for anybody, you're really missing out on the greatest album of 2019… Expand
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. musicOMH.com
    Sep 9, 2019
    70
    It’s an album that screams out for an editor, but when it hits the right notes, it demonstrates just why Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars in the world.
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  2. PopMatters
    Sep 3, 2019
    70
    Ultimately, Lover is overstuffed and meandering, but serves as a positive reprieve from her past struggles in the public eye, and represents an artist at the peak of her creativity, power, and—one hopes—continued romantic bliss.
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  3. The Quietus
    Sep 3, 2019
    80
    Lover is a fabulous record, full of super-fun standout pop hits that make your heart burst. It oozes with Swift’s much more palatable upbeat sass. She’s in love and also thinking about different kinds of love.
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