Midnights
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Oct 21, 2022
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 3039 Ratings

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  1. Twili
    Dec 5, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cringe lyrics should start trying to write on other topics as well beside just writing about her exes and past relationships… Expand
  2. Ricko
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    Creatively, a slight step back after her awesome 2020 indie folk albums "Folklore" and "Evermore" but in terms of pure pop music this is her strongest and most consistent since "1989". "Midnights" may not have the same number of hit singles as that album but this one has less filler and is more coherent and mature. There is a similar aesthetic across the whole album giving it a continuityCreatively, a slight step back after her awesome 2020 indie folk albums "Folklore" and "Evermore" but in terms of pure pop music this is her strongest and most consistent since "1989". "Midnights" may not have the same number of hit singles as that album but this one has less filler and is more coherent and mature. There is a similar aesthetic across the whole album giving it a continuity and consistency that enhances the listening experience. One of the best pop albums of the year.… Expand
  3. matthewmirliani
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    She did it again. And what’s so brilliant about this record is that it revisits the sounds of two of her most misunderstood masterpieces - reputation and Lover, two records that have been overshadowed by the equal masterpieces of folklore/evermore. It’s her darkest record since reputation, but sounds like the more subdued deepcut tracks from that 2017 gem. It has the sting andShe did it again. And what’s so brilliant about this record is that it revisits the sounds of two of her most misunderstood masterpieces - reputation and Lover, two records that have been overshadowed by the equal masterpieces of folklore/evermore. It’s her darkest record since reputation, but sounds like the more subdued deepcut tracks from that 2017 gem. It has the sting and retrospection of reputation with the optimism and confidence of Lover. Taylor can truly do no wrong. Is this her best record? It’s impossible to tell because she has so many other masterpieces under her sleeve. Thank you Taylor for these gifts. You’ve given people music to help them through dark and confusing times. You’ve given inspiration to songwriters and artists alike. Forever grateful.… Expand
  4. emnix
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    A perfect blend of her career sounds, while reaching new lyrical highs. Lots of fun,
    Lots of mood
    Lots of words to learn
  5. BocaBchBy
    Oct 22, 2022
    5
    Another masterclass on writing and taking the listener on a journey. This album is the departure of the folklore forest and return to the synth pop love of 1989 and Lover. As a swiftie since the debut. I love it
  6. LucasVinicius
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    It's undeniable, she's is the only pop artist that has been capable of overcome her highest success numbers. This is her purest piece of pop music, 1989, Rep and Lover with no skips
  7. Sadamity
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    I just love the whole album. I’m not a Taylor Swift fan, or wasn’t, but this album made me look her as never before. The album is very consistent, personal and rich. Lot of nuances in her voice. Anti-hero, you’re ok your own, kid, bejeweled and the Great War my personal favorites.
  8. JonatasMaia
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Quando achamos que ela não pode mais nos surpreender, ela vai e mostra que pode nos surpreender; o álbum é simplesmente impecável com letras fortes e melodias de outro mundo!
  9. avr50
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Midnights is an experience, better with headphones and with the lights off. The far fetch production and Taylor´s vocals add to an album that has a variety of types of lyrics (from glitter gel pen to quill pen songs) in an almost perfect balance. Midnights is the most intimate album in her body of work, and knowing all of her previous work, is saying something. Worth the time and worth theMidnights is an experience, better with headphones and with the lights off. The far fetch production and Taylor´s vocals add to an album that has a variety of types of lyrics (from glitter gel pen to quill pen songs) in an almost perfect balance. Midnights is the most intimate album in her body of work, and knowing all of her previous work, is saying something. Worth the time and worth the expectations, this album is going to be a classic in her discography, not only because of the records that is breaking in every single platform and in sales, but because it will be remembered as the child of two of her beloved works ("1989" and "reputation", and it can be the case of "folklore" in certain tracks) full of fun and introspective moments, heartache and fireworks. This is Taylor Swift, and artist who has never been afraid of changes and exploring new lands, and this is one of those projects that proves it, even if it's not something completely new, all of those individual and meticulous details in every song make this songs exciting and new.… Expand
  10. Music-Critic
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor’s best album since Reputation! She is truly a pop mastermind, I am absolutely blown away
  11. maki994
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Keep shining queen,This album is full of bops. Thank you for showing once more who is the best artist out there.
  12. MatheusS
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    O que eu acho mais doido na taylor é que já é difícil um artista segurar público replicando o mesmo trabalho e ela explora várias sonoridades diferentes e mesmo assim conquista os fans e mais uma galera nova..

    Perfeito, como sempre
  13. patrickdaaca
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    loved the production, the lyrics are still as good as folklore and evermore’s, the album aesthetics are some of the best she’s ever done. i think we’re entering another peak in taylor’s career.

    top tracks: labyrinth, sweet nothing, maroon, dear reader, would’ve should’ve could’ve
  14. Ryakkan
    Oct 21, 2022
    9
    I have listen to Midnights (3am Edition) three times today. In my experience no matter what artists New album you listen to some songs are instant hits such as Maroon and Snow on the Beach, while others tend to grow to be favorites. Anti-Hero was one of those for me, but after listening to it multiple times and seeing the music video I’ma big fan. Even though Midnights is a departure fromI have listen to Midnights (3am Edition) three times today. In my experience no matter what artists New album you listen to some songs are instant hits such as Maroon and Snow on the Beach, while others tend to grow to be favorites. Anti-Hero was one of those for me, but after listening to it multiple times and seeing the music video I’ma big fan. Even though Midnights is a departure from folklore and evermore it is reminiscent of the 1989 and Reputation era as many reviewers have pointed out. Lover was an album that really took time for me to enjoy, but in the end I really did enjoy it and it may be one of my favorites. No doubt this one will be a favorite. Taylor truly if a remarkable songwriter and entertainer that knows her fans well.… Expand
  15. K-rolo
    Dec 20, 2022
    7
    'Midnights' isn't Taylor's best album in my opinion, but still very nice.

    In the same musical style, I think I enjoyed '1989', 'reputation', and even 'Lover' better. I say 'even' because 'Lover' isn't my personal favourite, but it's still more than decent and has 4-5 songs that I love, so... it's just that when it comes to Taylor, I've come to expect greatness, and when it's just good    'Midnights' isn't Taylor's best album in my opinion, but still very nice.

    In the same musical style, I think I enjoyed '1989', 'reputation', and even 'Lover' better. I say 'even' because 'Lover' isn't my personal favourite, but it's still more than decent and has 4-5 songs that I love, so... it's just that when it comes to Taylor, I've come to expect greatness, and when it's just good or very good, I can feel disappointed. Well it's kind of the same with 'Midnights'. Very good, but not on par with my personal favourites (being Red, Speak Now, Folklore, Evermore).

    Some songs are very groovy and catchy : 'lavender haze', 'anti hero', 'karma'.
    Some are more experimental / personal, and less likely to be a bop, but I still like them VERY much : 'you're on your own kid', 'vigilante **** 'mastermind'.
    And some are pretty boring to be honest : 'labyrinth', 'bejeweled', 'maroon'... Not my cup of tea anyway.

    The albums gains weight and depth with the '3am songs', some of which are really good ('the great war', 'would've, could've, should've', 'dear reader'). I don't like Paris though. The song. Not the city. I live in here and I love it. The song doesn't do the city justice. But anyway.

    Production wise it's... well, it's cohesive. But I feel like, ever since Red didn't get the Grammy in 2013, she's been obsessed with making 'cohesive' albums, which I don't get. To me, an album doesn't need to be cohesive to be a great album. 'Midnights' is very cohesive but it doesn't make it better than some of her more diverse albums. But that's just my opinion.

    I like Taylor best when she gets dramatic and unleashes the beautiful and sharp lyrics, the key changes, the waves of contradictory emotions... A few example of this in various albums of hers are : 'Mary's song', 'the way I loved you', 'dear John', 'all too well' (obviously), 'out of the woods', 'getaway car', 'cruel summer', 'august', 'betty', 'champagne problems'... I don't find many songs with this 'dramatic' vibe that I like on 'Midnights'. I'm still vibing to some songs ('lavender haze', 'karma', 'the great war'), and enjoying some lyrics ('mastermind', 'you're on your own kid', 'dear reader'), but there's no all encompassing masterpiece of a song in here, save maybe 'anti hero'.

    I've read some critics here saying that, if this album wasn't by Taylor, we wouldn't pay it as much attention and hype. Which is probably true, to be fair. But it doesn't make it a bad album either.    … Expand
  16. cingnuam13
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor truly is one of the most versatile artists and this album proves that. From beginning to end, it’s hit after hit!
  17. emilyrileyt
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    Taylor has come back with a beautiful departure from the dreamy tones of Folklore and Evermore. With songs like 'Vigilante **** reminiscent of her Reuptation era, and 'Karma' reminiscent of her lover era, this is a perfectly balanced album for all swifties.
  18. NostalgiaUltra
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Was very worried about listening to it as the responses to the leaks were very negative, but this could possibly be my favourite Taylor swift album, never really been a fan of taylor swift albums on the first listen they usually grow on me but this was amazing if reputation was more raw and honest
  19. josrob
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Long long ago (2010, to be precise) Taylor needed to prove to people that she was a great artist/songwriter, NOW her pieces of art speak for themselves in a smart and fun way. Effortlessly, this album makes me smile and dance like never before, with every song I connect with an artist that is already a legend.
  20. 0ndresousa
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Um pop experimental maravilhosamente gostoso de ouvir, tudo bem diferente do que Swift esta acostumada, mas que se encaixou perfeitamente.
  21. Godrox20
    Oct 22, 2022
    9
    Omg wow she did it again. Anti Hero, Vigilant **** , karma , Maroon and lavender haze are all bops loving it.
  22. mickeybin2211
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    It's an album of masterfully made dark-pop confessions laced with glitter and aspiration — a purposely erratic project that mirrors her rushing thoughts. The high-gloss pop production defines Midnights as a somber sibling to Lover, her honey-dipped 2019 effort, rather than a sequel to 2020’s Folklore and Evermore.
  23. Maxchar
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    One of the best albums she has ever released. I love that she’s not afraid to take risks in doing an experimental album.
  24. pedroprudente
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    I had high expectations, but I can always count on Taylor to meet them. Amazing as always!
  25. Taha135679
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Another amazing album by an amazing artist. Truly showing her peers how it's done.
  26. Geovaniosousa19
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Midnigths é um conforto para os fãs que acompanham a Taylor desde o inicio de sua carreira, mas também um flerte com aqueles novos fãs que ela tanto tem ganhado em seus últimos trabalhos. Com uma pegada experimental de synt pop e eu diria que até o alternativo com faixas como Sweet Nothing, Taylor entregou um álbum coeso, forte e cheio de personalidade.
  27. lorenzoie
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Wild, beautiful, and dreamy pop. Poplor at her best for sure!

    There's a randomness to the lyrics that only people who dream vividly can pinpoint but Taylor takes that randomness and ties it back to a feeling, very evident in anti-hero. Made even better with the additional 7 songs on the 3am version.

    Really love this album.
  28. thisisklc
    Oct 23, 2022
    10
    It’s a sonically magical journey throughout the the various eras, trials and tribulations of the past and present. Only leaving me wondering what could possible be next?!
  29. zacyoung97
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor never fails to make a statement when it comes to what’s on her mind and in her heart. Midnights is the deepest look we’ve ever seen into Swift’s dark evening thoughts, the tempos and harmonies that fill empty spaces.
  30. iamachmad
    Oct 30, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is such a fast grower once you take it all in calmly. At first, it can be overwhelming. There are 21 tracks and by the end, for me upon first listen, songs blurred together, becoming monotonous, but that is a very wrong impression of what the album is like. My advice is to take the time to listen to and appreciate each song individually.… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

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  1. PopMatters
    Nov 4, 2022
    90
    It allows Swift to do what she has always wanted: make an album for its own sake that is received primarily as a work of art instead of a commercial entity or tabloid fodder.
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  2. PopMatters
    Nov 2, 2022
    80
    It is very good. ... There are no major missteps within the album, although not everything works as well as the album’s brightest spots.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Oct 31, 2022
    80
    While her 10th album doesn’t make instant classic status like 1989, and Evermore and Folklore remain her masterpieces, it is still an understated, beguiling look into the mind of one of the biggest pop stars of our age.
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