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. Positive: 2,467 out of 3039
  2. Mixed: 155 out of 3039
  3. Negative: 417 out of 3039
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  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. steffmaister
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Wonderful, dark and fun album. Might not be a reinvention as Taylor has done before but definetly a perfection of many years of experiments and craftsmenship.
  4. 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
  5. 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.
  6. 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!
  7. 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
  8. Music-Critic
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor’s best album since Reputation! She is truly a pop mastermind, I am absolutely blown away
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. MatRevo
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor Swift has yet again proved herself to be an album artist. Never before has she released an album as sonically cohesive as this one.
  13. Panchogul
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Taylor nunca decepciona con sus discos y Midnights no es la excepción, la portada no es algo que me fascine, pero nada que afecte en lo más mínimo. Un sólido 10 de 10.
  14. SPVB
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    everytime i listen to this album it grows more and more, midnights it's a serve, I can't wait to see the visuals she planned for this era
  15. 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!
  16. caroliinatos
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    She has done it again. Taylor Swift can do no wrong. This is why so many fade but she’s still here.
  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. yongizzy
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Maturity has been good for her! In every single work that she does, she shows improvement. The best lyricist of the time.
  19. 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
  20. RK13
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    This was the best album of 2022. It's the ultimate album to get into Taylor Swift because it's like a hybrid of all the previous eras. The lyricism of Red, folklore and evermore; the production of 1989; the imagery of reputation (Swift's best album... bring on Taylor's Version). Lavender Haze and Maroon are just so different from anything she's done before, and Anti-Hero is hands down herThis was the best album of 2022. It's the ultimate album to get into Taylor Swift because it's like a hybrid of all the previous eras. The lyricism of Red, folklore and evermore; the production of 1989; the imagery of reputation (Swift's best album... bring on Taylor's Version). Lavender Haze and Maroon are just so different from anything she's done before, and Anti-Hero is hands down her most relatable single. I think to produce such a conceptual album in the midst of planning a world tour, and re-recording the first six albums of your back catalogue and doing promo! Bravo!… Expand
  21. 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.
  22. 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.
  23. Mockingjay99
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    The best album of 2022, Taylor proved once again that she is the artist of our generation.
  24. 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.
  25. 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.
  26. Gonia
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    This album is pure gold.I love every single song.My expectations were high but is far above . thank you Taylor and Hi from Poland ❤️❤️❤️❤️
  27. Shadesofslaylor
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Her best pop album so far. Definitely my favourite.
    She dives into a dream pop soundscape without compromising on the quality of lyrical content, which makes her one of the greatest songwriters to ever exist. A writer and artist who's artistry transcendls genre altogether. Poetic storylines, intelligent word play and dreamlike melodies leading midnights to be a top tier album in her discography.
  28. pedroprudente
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    I had high expectations, but I can always count on Taylor to meet them. Amazing as always!
  29. Taha135679
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    Another amazing album by an amazing artist. Truly showing her peers how it's done.
  30. 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.
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Universal acclaim - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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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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