1989
by Taylor Swift
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  1. truerowance
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    One of the most impressive pop albums of 2014.

    Best tracks: New Romantics, Clean, All You Had to Do Was Stay, Out of the Woods................................
  2. mmirliani16
    May 21, 2015
    10
    Taylor took a big risk with 1989. And it payed off. As brilliant as her other albums have been, 1989 is Taylor's best work to date. Every song on the record is a stand alone achievement, and we get to hear some of the most mature and heartfelt work she has ever produced. "Blank Space" and "Style" are ingenious pop tunes, "Clean" and "This Love" are beautiful ballads, and "Out of theTaylor took a big risk with 1989. And it payed off. As brilliant as her other albums have been, 1989 is Taylor's best work to date. Every song on the record is a stand alone achievement, and we get to hear some of the most mature and heartfelt work she has ever produced. "Blank Space" and "Style" are ingenious pop tunes, "Clean" and "This Love" are beautiful ballads, and "Out of the Woods" is a strange and remarkable anthem that one would never expect coming from Ms. Swift. 1989 shows growth, depth, experimentation, and will go down as a defining moment in pop culture.… Expand
  3. knoxvox
    May 11, 2015
    7
    Is Shake It Off a Ramones song? It is definitely a punk song right? And why do I hear monsters in the background during the bridge? It's scary stuff but T thankfully keeps it moving.
  4. AdelebestTaylor
    Apr 24, 2015
    0
    Taylor already made things better than this thing we call "1989" but do what you have to accept their mimizentos fans, saying it is the best album of the decade, I just pity her promiscuous career :)
  5. mcmelody
    Apr 15, 2015
    0
    .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................horrible
  6. TIBIAFOREER
    Apr 15, 2015
    0
    que album ruim, uma garota dessa idade ainda escrevendo esse tipo de musica como blank space??? parece que a taylor vem regredindo no seu trablaho, vai ter 30 anos e ainda falar sobre chifres e musicas como blank space??
  7. ErikaAlbernaz13
    Apr 3, 2015
    10
    Este album é perfeito mas não como o Fearless #voltaTaylorSertaneja #cachofã, mas o album incrivel, a melhor musica é this love claro e you are in love, YOU CAN HEAR IT ON THE SILENCEEEE
  8. Gabriel2205
    Mar 25, 2015
    10
    The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop The queen of pop
  9. iluvsports
    Mar 20, 2015
    10
    Oh my. This is the greatest album of the year. Taylor Swift has always been great. But 1989 has turned her into a century defining artist. She has got to release another album like this. She is on a roll.
  10. brockcheese
    Mar 15, 2015
    8
    This album is pretty fun to listen to. It has great writing, the music is fun to dance to and T Swizzle has such a great personality! Blank Space is my favorite track.
  11. LuizFelipe
    Mar 2, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was sincerely impressed with this work of Taylor , she was generous of truth ... songs like " Out Of The Woods " " New Romantics " "Shake It Off" "I Know Places" & " How You Get The Girl" are masterpieces awesome, I advise everyone to hear this "story" wonderful...… Expand
  12. Chlofa
    Feb 24, 2015
    10
    I've absolutely adored Taylor's previous albums and her whole country sound so when I heard she was releasing a full pop album I was quite disappointed.
    I bought it anyway, and I've got to say, it's her best album yet, in my opinion. It's been out for four months now and I've lost count of how many times I've listened to it since then. 'New Romantics', 'Blank Space', 'Wildest Dreams' and    I've absolutely adored Taylor's previous albums and her whole country sound so when I heard she was releasing a full pop album I was quite disappointed.
    I bought it anyway, and I've got to say, it's her best album yet, in my opinion. It's been out for four months now and I've lost count of how many times I've listened to it since then. 'New Romantics', 'Blank Space', 'Wildest Dreams' and 'All You Had To Do Was Stay' are the stand out songs for me, but they're all fantastical.
    I'm glad Taylor proved me, and everyone else who doubted the album before release, wrong.    … Expand
  13. saamual
    Feb 19, 2015
    8
    Taylor Swift creates a flawless pop album with 1989. It has a fresh sound and has set the bar high for whats to come from other artists in 2015. The album doesn't have any "filler tracks" and hits its highest points with tracks "Bad Blood", "Blank Space", "Wildest Dreams" and "Clean". Excellent album for people who even moderately enjoy pop music.
  14. Dennonyx
    Feb 18, 2015
    4
    Inconstant album with minimal instrumentals where the ballads are sleepy and the pop tracks are cloying and kind of stupid, showing another bit of the Swift's country essence has gone to **** off. The first track ('Welcome To New York') is very simple and fails out inductive album with his irritating repetition. 'Blank Space' and 'Style' are actually two quite good pop songs, wisely chosenInconstant album with minimal instrumentals where the ballads are sleepy and the pop tracks are cloying and kind of stupid, showing another bit of the Swift's country essence has gone to **** off. The first track ('Welcome To New York') is very simple and fails out inductive album with his irritating repetition. 'Blank Space' and 'Style' are actually two quite good pop songs, wisely chosen as singles, but spoiled by a trivial lyric. 'Out Of The Woods' and 'All You Had To Do Was Stay' sound both like a slightly better version of 'Welcome To New York', and the piano elements in them are appreciable. 'Shake It Off' is as catchy as stupid, and it completely disrupts the relaxing atmosphere barely created with previous tracks. Rest of the album is pretty boring, with 'Bad Blood' as the worst song.… Expand
  15. SchroederRock
    Feb 13, 2015
    8
    I'm pleasantly surprised with Taylor Swift's "1989" album as a whole. Not being a huge fan of her work, only enjoying select songs, I didn't have a lot of favorable expectations coming into her newest album. It turns out going pop might have been the best decision she ever made. The album is littered with great hit-worthy songs that find ways to blend the styles of Katy Perry, Lorde andI'm pleasantly surprised with Taylor Swift's "1989" album as a whole. Not being a huge fan of her work, only enjoying select songs, I didn't have a lot of favorable expectations coming into her newest album. It turns out going pop might have been the best decision she ever made. The album is littered with great hit-worthy songs that find ways to blend the styles of Katy Perry, Lorde and Sia into one accessible album that doesn't get boring after a couple plays. "Shake It Off" may be the leading single here, but "Style", "Bad Blood", "Wonderland" and "Blank Space" are my go-to's on this album right now. I'm not promising an album that all will equally appreciate, but for those that enjoy pop-driven albums, you're probably going to really dig 1989.… Expand
  16. etjulprou
    Feb 11, 2015
    10
    she was awesome in country style , but now she blows my mind in pop , she absolutely brings all the experience she got with country to another level in pop , those who criticize this album and put 0 to 3 are surely Katy Perry's fans ( who is Taylor's enemy ) ( personally both are great singer-writer-composer ) so don't let your allegiance disturb your judgement . she fully became matureshe was awesome in country style , but now she blows my mind in pop , she absolutely brings all the experience she got with country to another level in pop , those who criticize this album and put 0 to 3 are surely Katy Perry's fans ( who is Taylor's enemy ) ( personally both are great singer-writer-composer ) so don't let your allegiance disturb your judgement . she fully became mature vocally on this one , awesome Lyrics , Beats fit with each song , very nice sound mixing and some smooth songs to spiced it , this album deserves a 10 for me considering it is her 1st in this kind of music and how she did it . I love you my eternal teenager , stay as you are !!!… Expand
  17. LucasBanks
    Feb 9, 2015
    9
    Taylor foi absolutamente incrível neste álbum,arrisco dizer que talvez seja sua melhor forma desde que entrou no ramo da música,abandonando o estilo Country,ela não pode se dar melhor,destaque para "New Romantics","This Love" ,"Welcome to New York" e o atual single "Style",mas no meio de tantas faixas incríveis,é difícil encontrar uma preferida.O único destaque negativo,é a faixa "You R inTaylor foi absolutamente incrível neste álbum,arrisco dizer que talvez seja sua melhor forma desde que entrou no ramo da música,abandonando o estilo Country,ela não pode se dar melhor,destaque para "New Romantics","This Love" ,"Welcome to New York" e o atual single "Style",mas no meio de tantas faixas incríveis,é difícil encontrar uma preferida.O único destaque negativo,é a faixa "You R in Love",com um instrumental entediante,e um vocal chato,mas de resto "1989" que marca um renascimento de uma das cantoras mais importantes do cenário atual,é impecável e cativante.… Expand
  18. beycause
    Feb 6, 2015
    8
    Taylor Swift consegue ser "catchy" sem mudar sua essência. Um dos melhores discos pop dos últimos tempos. Style é capaz de viciar qualquer um, e vemos que ela não se prejudicou em nada deixando o banjo de lado.
  19. BabyJane
    Feb 5, 2015
    7
    Track by track review:
    1. Welcome to New York 2/10
    2. Blank Space 9.5/10 3. Style 10/10 4. Out of the Woods 9/10 5. All You Had to Do Was Stay 10/10 6. Shake It Off 8.5/10 7. I Wish You Would 2.5/10 8. Bad Blood 1.5/10 9. Wildest Dreams 10/10 10. How You Get the Girl 6.5/10 11. This Love 8.5/10 12. I Know Places 7/10 13. Clean 8.5/10 Highlights: All You Had to Do Was Stay,    Track by track review:
    1. Welcome to New York 2/10
    2. Blank Space 9.5/10
    3. Style 10/10
    4. Out of the Woods 9/10
    5. All You Had to Do Was Stay 10/10
    6. Shake It Off 8.5/10
    7. I Wish You Would 2.5/10
    8. Bad Blood 1.5/10
    9. Wildest Dreams 10/10
    10. How You Get the Girl 6.5/10
    11. This Love 8.5/10
    12. I Know Places 7/10
    13. Clean 8.5/10

    Highlights: All You Had to Do Was Stay, Style, Wildest Dreams.
    Potential singles: Blank Space, Shake It Off, Style, Wildest Dreams, All You Had to Do Was Stay, Out of the Woods, Bad Blood.    … Expand
  20. Lener
    Feb 4, 2015
    10
    This album is very good have god vocals and have a good songs,Taylory is a very good singer and songwriter and this album is your best album is increble and fantastic!!!Taylor
  21. LuizaLacradora
    Feb 2, 2015
    8
    Um excelente álbum com um grande potencial Taylor conseguiu se adaptar bem a cultura Pop fazendo dela uma grande aliada músicas perfeitas dando destaques a New Romantics e I Know Places embora tenha umas que não sejam totalmente boas
  22. myeverything
    Jan 28, 2015
    9
    With this incredible pop album, Taylor show us that she's more than a country singer an that she sounds so good singing pop music. Amazing tracks, unforgettable choruses and one expectacular album.
  23. cv0034
    Jan 22, 2015
    5
    A bit of a disappointment considering her last album was a breath of fresh air in the mainstream pop music. Many forgettable, "safe" and watered down synth beats crafted so that the appeal to the lowest common denominator. By leaving behind he minimal acoustic guitar tracks of the last record she sacrifices the feeling of intimacy and the direct storytelling she has established in herA bit of a disappointment considering her last album was a breath of fresh air in the mainstream pop music. Many forgettable, "safe" and watered down synth beats crafted so that the appeal to the lowest common denominator. By leaving behind he minimal acoustic guitar tracks of the last record she sacrifices the feeling of intimacy and the direct storytelling she has established in her career. The album has some decent tracks like "I know places" and "Style" with some interesting melody dynamics and a vibrant tempo. Adding to the feeling that this album was carefully and meticulously crafted so that the largest possible amount of people liked it is the song "Wildest Dreams", a shameless Lana Del-Rey rip off. Overall the album is mediocre at best… Expand
  24. 0987
    Jan 15, 2015
    10
    I was not a Taylor Swift fan... Until this album came out. This is such a masterpiece. My favorites of this album are: Blank Space and Bad Blood! Well done, Taylor!!!
  25. henriqueswift
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    É um ótimo álbum, simplesmente não é enjoativo, desde Welcome To New York até You Are In Love, não é aquele álbum que as 5 primeiras músicas tem potencial para ser smash hit, mas sim aquela que desde a primeira até a última música tem potencial de hit, minhas favoritas são Blank Space e Out Of The Woods, a Taylor realmente mostrou que o lugar dela é no POP
  26. Minimagah
    Jan 10, 2015
    2
    Aside from Welcome to New York and Shake it Off, this album was about the same topic as all of Taylor Swift's other albums. It sells well, but lyrically, the album is very weak, generic, and boring. The only reason why the album got a score higher than a 0 is because of Shake it Off.
  27. DudeUnknown
    Jan 1, 2015
    0
    TERRIBLE. That's all I can say. It's just her usual overly emotional breakup complaints. But now she's just trying to hide it. It's still the same junk that Taylor Swift has always had.
  28. beygoldin
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    I'm really in love with this Taylor's work , he really showed that she is not only Country , and he can do very well in other genres , an album where even the most boring songs are good, an album where no music can be characterized bad, this album does not contain so-called " farofas music " but songs with real lyrics, and prove that Taylor can get along without writing about relationshipsI'm really in love with this Taylor's work , he really showed that she is not only Country , and he can do very well in other genres , an album where even the most boring songs are good, an album where no music can be characterized bad, this album does not contain so-called " farofas music " but songs with real lyrics, and prove that Taylor can get along without writing about relationships ( with the exception of some songs ) . This album can be characterized one of the best of the year , not only for its quality but also for its sales, even in a year where the industry was " problems / difficulties " did very well with sales
    With this unique work in this genre can already say that Taylor was consecrated in Pop royalty
    This album is incredible
    Congratulations    … Expand
  29. Linike
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    An artist shall not be judged on whether he or she switched from a music genre to another, but if such transition was successfully made. That being said, I highly doubt any other artist will be able to produce an album with as much cohesion and truth to its nature like Ms. Swift did to 1989. This is, in my opinion, her best album so far, and also a must-have for every fan of the classicAn artist shall not be judged on whether he or she switched from a music genre to another, but if such transition was successfully made. That being said, I highly doubt any other artist will be able to produce an album with as much cohesion and truth to its nature like Ms. Swift did to 1989. This is, in my opinion, her best album so far, and also a must-have for every fan of the classic pop and artsy country blend. The tracks that truly stand out, in my opinion, are "All You Had To Do Was Stay" and "This Love", but every single track has potential to become a top-notch single.… Expand
  30. Elesh
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Best mainstream album of the year. It proves to show that a pop album can contain depth as well. Once again, Taylor set herself apart from all the other pop stars by creating a juggernaut album that took over the charts ever since its release.
  31. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    I think this is the best album of Taylor Swift, a full transition to pop was a great decision, his vocals are clean, is a pop with quality and reliability, not only for fun but also to make us fall in love with it and have feelings that can not decipher completely. However the ballads are not very nice what a little piece on the album.
    Highlights: Bad Blood and All You Had To Do Was Stay    I think this is the best album of Taylor Swift, a full transition to pop was a great decision, his vocals are clean, is a pop with quality and reliability, not only for fun but also to make us fall in love with it and have feelings that can not decipher completely. However the ballads are not very nice what a little piece on the album.
    Highlights: Bad Blood and All You Had To Do Was Stay
    Lows: This Love and Wildest Dreams    … Expand
  32. James7B
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    A concept album. Great tunes, Awesome lyrics.
    My least favorite songs off this album are "Bad Blood" &"Shake it off" because I think they sound a bit childish.
    But they're just 2 songs. 1989 was the best Pop album of 2014 by far.
  33. LiamMonster
    Dec 15, 2014
    7
    I thoroughly enjoyed 1989 from start to finish. Taylor’s musical transition from country to pop proves successful as seen vocally & lyrically in the album.
    1989 track list is also very well structured. The album starts off with ‘Welcome to New York’, a repetitive, yet fun synth-pop anthem which sets the tone & atmosphere of 1989. Other tracks such as ‘Shake It Off’, ‘Blank Space’ & ‘Bad    I thoroughly enjoyed 1989 from start to finish. Taylor’s musical transition from country to pop proves successful as seen vocally & lyrically in the album.
    1989 track list is also very well structured. The album starts off with ‘Welcome to New York’, a repetitive, yet fun synth-pop anthem which sets the tone & atmosphere of 1989. Other tracks such as ‘Shake It Off’, ‘Blank Space’ & ‘Bad Blood’ shows Taylor’s newly-built confidence to address the rumors about her highly published feuds & love-life with other famous people, which as been portrayed negatively by the media. Taylor has also shown no signs of separation from her infamous love songs & ballads about her past relationships. Differentiating from her past albums & songs though, she has unusually shown both a reflective & mature manner as shown in songs ‘Out Of The Woods’ and ‘I Wish You Would’. The album’s tracks altogether have a lot of potential to thrive commercially.
    Surprisingly, Taylor has no featuring collaborations on any of the tracks, compared to her previous release Red. Many artists (such as Katy Perry & Lady Gaga) in the pop-culture industry tend to thrive off collaborations to build popularity & enhance musical content, but Taylor has shown & proven that you can express & showcase music independently with effect.
    However, Taylor could have possibly linked and combined both of her abilities in the country & pop genre effectively in 1989, as seen in her last album Red, instead of abolishing her well-built & perfected abilities in folk music. Another criticism would be the monotonous nature during some of the tracks, such as ‘Welcome to New York’ & her smash hit ‘Shake It Off’, which can come across as very aggravating & disconnecting.
    None of the less, Taylor has dazzled the music industry once again with 1989 and has fully radiated her passion & admiration for her newly-founded genre.    … Expand
  34. LoveMeHarder
    Dec 15, 2014
    6
    1989 is a successful crossover from country to pop. The songs, produced by Shellback and Max Martin, are catchy, and the production overall is good. There are some very repetitive tracks like Out of the Woods and Shake It Off. Also, the opening track, Welcome To New York, has sparked much controversy and negative reviews. This Love is a snooze fest, and a lot of the songs blend1989 is a successful crossover from country to pop. The songs, produced by Shellback and Max Martin, are catchy, and the production overall is good. There are some very repetitive tracks like Out of the Woods and Shake It Off. Also, the opening track, Welcome To New York, has sparked much controversy and negative reviews. This Love is a snooze fest, and a lot of the songs blend together...but the overall sound of the album is nice anyway.… Expand
  35. camilosanchez16
    Dec 15, 2014
    9
    Todos conocemos a Taylor gracias a su música country, el genero que la catapulto al éxito y por el cual gano nuestro amor en cada una de sus delicadas canciones de amor y otros quetales. Tras 3 álbumes de Country, salió Red, que se estaco por fusionar su ritmo country con géneros Pop y Rock, combinación que como músico con trayectoria que es Taylor, salió muy bien... Ahora Taylor abandonoTodos conocemos a Taylor gracias a su música country, el genero que la catapulto al éxito y por el cual gano nuestro amor en cada una de sus delicadas canciones de amor y otros quetales. Tras 3 álbumes de Country, salió Red, que se estaco por fusionar su ritmo country con géneros Pop y Rock, combinación que como músico con trayectoria que es Taylor, salió muy bien... Ahora Taylor abandono Country para explorar un territorio casi desconocido por ella, el pop, un sitio donde la música te puede tragar vivo o enviarte a lo alto del mundo, y Taylor ha hecho un excelente trabajo, pues no se ha quedado en un solo estilo pop o en cliches, sino que realmente se tomo el trabajo de explorar y experimentar, y como album experimental, es excelente.… Expand
  36. ExeSpears
    Dec 12, 2014
    6
    It's ok, i like it, but i think that is too repetitive, it's not her best work, for sure, and some songs have a little too much auto-tune, she doesn't need that, Pop doesn't mean auto-tune, but it's not bad.
  37. Barby
    Dec 5, 2014
    7
    I like many songs of Taylor Swift especially Shake it Off and Style that I think are from this album, good sound and mix, really fresh for dance and party!
  38. lgardient
    Dec 5, 2014
    0
    This album is COMPLETE garbage. At least she considers herself fully pop now. The whole country thing was a complete gimmick just to win awards in country categories. Anyways, Taylor Swift is a HORRIBLE singer. She was decent at best with country, but when it comes to pop... she struggles. She has the weakest, flattest voice in the industry that is auto-tuned/pitch corrected likeThis album is COMPLETE garbage. At least she considers herself fully pop now. The whole country thing was a complete gimmick just to win awards in country categories. Anyways, Taylor Swift is a HORRIBLE singer. She was decent at best with country, but when it comes to pop... she struggles. She has the weakest, flattest voice in the industry that is auto-tuned/pitch corrected like CRAZY. She almost sounds like a robot. Completely overrated, untalented artist.… Expand
  39. Bruce3222
    Dec 2, 2014
    8
    1989 is first official pop album by taylor swift, so you can't expect another Red or Fearless from her, but she's here to stay. You just need to know what to expect from her. What I'm trying to say is 1989 is a 8 in its own ways, but nowhere near Red or any other of her previous works. Its unfair to compare it to them. You just have to accept the new TS.
  40. philosophorse
    Nov 28, 2014
    9
    So she CAN show us incredible things. Her lyricism really hit me like a glove to the face this time around, and yet I loved it. Perhaps the only turn-off is I Wish You Would, an unfocused, cluttered and ultimately mediocre number.
  41. Jack2175
    Nov 18, 2014
    10
    amazing! all tracks are are perfect.this album deserve lots of grammys! Blank space,clean,style,wildest dream & I know places are my faves.
    Track-by-track review: 1. Welcome to New York - 7.5/10 | 2. Blank Space - 9.5/10 | 3. Style - 8/10 | 4. Out Of The Woods - 9/10 | 5. All You Had to Do Was Stay - 7/10 | 6. Shake It Off - 9.5/10 | 7. I Wish You Would - 6/10 | 8. Bad Blood - 8/10 | 9.    amazing! all tracks are are perfect.this album deserve lots of grammys! Blank space,clean,style,wildest dream & I know places are my faves.
    Track-by-track review: 1. Welcome to New York - 7.5/10 | 2. Blank Space - 9.5/10 | 3. Style - 8/10 | 4. Out Of The Woods - 9/10 | 5. All You Had to Do Was Stay - 7/10 | 6. Shake It Off - 9.5/10 | 7. I Wish You Would - 6/10 | 8. Bad Blood - 8/10 | 9. Wildest Dreams - 10/10 | 10. How You Get the Girl - 6/10 | 11. This Love - 8/10 | 12. I Know Places - 9/10 | 13. Clean - 9/10

    || Bonus tracks:
    14. Wonderland - 8/10
    | 15. You Are In Love - 8.5/10
    | 16. New Romantics - 9/10

    || Highlights: Blank Space, Wildest Dreams, Style, New Romantics |
    | Potential singles: Style, Wildest Dreams, New Romantics, I Know Places, Bad Blood    … Expand
  42. eizt
    Nov 16, 2014
    10
    love this album so much, better than girl pop icon lately like lea, katy, selena, miley, and demi... super catchy and really easy to hear... blank space, i know places, styles, and clean are the most fave from this album... love it.. good job taylor.. :)
  43. jxsto
    Nov 15, 2014
    10
    Track-by-track review:
    1. Welcome to New York - 7.5/10
    | 2. Blank Space - 9.5/10 | 3. Style - 8/10 | 4. Out Of The Woods - 9/10 | 5. All You Had to Do Was Stay - 7/10 | 6. Shake It Off - 9.5/10 | 7. I Wish You Would - 6/10 | 8. Bad Blood - 8/10 | 9. Wildest Dreams - 10/10 | 10. How You Get the Girl - 6/10 | 11. This Love - 8/10 | 12. I Know Places - 9/10 | 13. Clean - 9/10    Track-by-track review:
    1. Welcome to New York - 7.5/10
    | 2. Blank Space - 9.5/10
    | 3. Style - 8/10
    | 4. Out Of The Woods - 9/10
    | 5. All You Had to Do Was Stay - 7/10
    | 6. Shake It Off - 9.5/10
    | 7. I Wish You Would - 6/10
    | 8. Bad Blood - 8/10
    | 9. Wildest Dreams - 10/10
    | 10. How You Get the Girl - 6/10
    | 11. This Love - 8/10
    | 12. I Know Places - 9/10
    | 13. Clean - 9/10

    || Bonus tracks:
    14. Wonderland - 8/10
    | 15. You Are In Love - 8.5/10
    | 16. New Romantics - 9/10

    || Highlights: Blank Space, Wildest Dreams, Style, New Romantics |
    | Potential singles: Style, Wildest Dreams, New Romantics, I Know Places, Bad Blood    … Expand
  44. ultraviolenmilk
    Nov 13, 2014
    7
    Ndryshuar .. por përtë mirë . Swift na tregon një anë të saj se shumica prej nesh nuk ishin pritur . Sa më shpejt si " Welcome To New York " luan ju e dini që ju jeni në për një trajtojnë të një album narrativ .

    7/10
    e rekomanduar
  45. PinkFriday
    Nov 13, 2014
    6
    1. Welcome To New York - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS)
    2. Blank Space - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (10 STARS)
    3. Style - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (9 STARS) 4. Out Of The Woods - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS) 5. All You Had To Do Was Stay - ✩✩✩✩ (4 STARS) 6. Shake It Off - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (7 STARS) 7. I Wish You Would - ✩✩✩ (3 STARS) 8. Bad Blood - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (8 STARS) 9. Wildest Dreams - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS) 10. How You Get The Girl - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (7    1. Welcome To New York - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS)
    2. Blank Space - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (10 STARS)
    3. Style - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (9 STARS)
    4. Out Of The Woods - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS)
    5. All You Had To Do Was Stay - ✩✩✩✩ (4 STARS)
    6. Shake It Off - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (7 STARS)
    7. I Wish You Would - ✩✩✩ (3 STARS)
    8. Bad Blood - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (8 STARS)
    9. Wildest Dreams - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS)
    10. How You Get The Girl - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (7 STARS)
    11. This Love - ✩✩✩✩✩✩ (6 STARS)
    12. I Know Places - ✩✩✩✩✩ (5 STARS)
    13. Clean - ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ (7 STARS)

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  46. VivienneEliza
    Nov 9, 2014
    7
    When she said she is not gonna do country music anymore,I was pretty upset,but now the whole album drops,I actually like this album,I never thought that TRaylor can do this good,Really like this album,of course there's some song like Out of the woods etc are kinda bad,but I still like it
  47. JohnCedrix
    Nov 6, 2014
    9
    When Taylor Swift released new songs, I knew I would love it because it was from her. And this album proves me right! When Taylor released the first single "Shake It Off", my first thought was "this is different Taylor" considering she will leave her country style. But whether it was different or not, I'll still love it like her other previous songs. My first impression on this album wasWhen Taylor Swift released new songs, I knew I would love it because it was from her. And this album proves me right! When Taylor released the first single "Shake It Off", my first thought was "this is different Taylor" considering she will leave her country style. But whether it was different or not, I'll still love it like her other previous songs. My first impression on this album was she still the same Taylor, minus the acoustic guitar and plus dub-step. The sounds and the lyrics still the same. It's funny when some critics said that Taylor mimic the other artist on some songs. When you listen to her previous songs, the heart of her music still the same and not like any other artist. Example of that is when they connected the song Wildest Dreams to Lana Del Ray when it reminded me of Haunted, Enchanted, The Lucky One and Safe And Sound. The other songs reminds me of I Knew You Were Trouble and 22. So this album is definitely Taylor Swift and not a cover of other artist style. Anyways, I'm a fan of miss Swift but I want to know the history, if there is, about New Romantics being on bonus tracks not in the standard version. Overall, I like it very much knowing it's the only album I'll play at the end of the year. I score it 9, I just love the New Romantics so much that I deduce it with 1.… Expand
  48. Muddsjr
    Nov 5, 2014
    7
    OK so its not a perfect pop album. Not all pop albums are. I'm not a fan of Taylor Swift, and I won't be buying the CD to add to my collection, but that doesn't mean I don't think she can knock up a fair few great tunes. So shut up people, give Taylor some space, and chill out.
  49. kerofaes
    Nov 4, 2014
    8
    It is one of the best pop albums of the decade. taylor's voice gets better every time more. in composition lacks such a good song like All too well yet their songs have good lyrics.
  50. adelinekimmey
    Nov 2, 2014
    5
    I don't think the songs of 1989 will last more than a year in my playlist unlike her other albums.
    And she'd better write songs on her own.. Max Martin and Shellback are minimizing Taylor's talent..
    This would be her biggest commercial success so far, but I must state that there was a shortage of showing her whole talent.
  51. F4t3d
    Nov 2, 2014
    2
    Extremely plain repetitive work. By far her worst album to date, highly over rated. There are plenty of other mediocre pop artists out there, Red was better then this.
  52. slippery
    Nov 1, 2014
    3
    I'm a huge Taylor Swift fan, and I have probably more songs by Taylor Swift than I have by almost any other artist. I'm also MUCH more a fan of pop and rock than I am of country (though there's a fair amount of CM I like), and I tend to like Taylor's pop influences.

    I was really excited about 1989 and was looking forward to buying a bunch of songs ... until I heard them. Vapid,    I'm a huge Taylor Swift fan, and I have probably more songs by Taylor Swift than I have by almost any other artist. I'm also MUCH more a fan of pop and rock than I am of country (though there's a fair amount of CM I like), and I tend to like Taylor's pop influences.

    I was really excited about 1989 and was looking forward to buying a bunch of songs ... until I heard them. Vapid, mindless, emotionally-empty lyrics set to droning, repetitive synthesizer music. It lacks the depth and complexity and raw emotion of previous albums, and the music, while not BAD for what it's TRYING to be, honestly is not trying to be very much. 1989 is an album whose songs lack ambition to be anything more than teenage slumber party sock-hop tunes.    … Expand
  53. jyo_tirmaya
    Nov 1, 2014
    3
    This girl has some great karma to become so rich and famous after releasing some seriously mediocre albums, but it's no secret that Taylor Swift has some faithful fans who will love whatever she releases - good or bad.
  54. WadeVS
    Nov 1, 2014
    0
    My problem with Taylor is that she is so painfully generic, bland and annoying. People will sing her praises and she'll be America's sweetheart and only the few will recognize her for the vapid, vacuous, black hole of talent and interest that is is.
  55. David_R
    Oct 31, 2014
    10
    Best pop album I've heard in the last few years.
    Sounds a little like classic pop of 80 's but still has it's own persona.
    All the songs are extremely catchy and the lyrics are so deep.
    Her vocals just gets better and better over the years.
    Taylor Swift just proved again that she is one of the best artists of the last decade.
  56. dukongie
    Oct 31, 2014
    10
    1989 is simply one of the best pop albums in recent years. I'm impressed she managed to create a brilliant pop album without sacrificing the quality of her songwriting. I really really love this album and I enjoy listening to it. There's not one really bad song in the album imo although there are a few tracks that I think are weak compared to some songs from her previous albums. My most1989 is simply one of the best pop albums in recent years. I'm impressed she managed to create a brilliant pop album without sacrificing the quality of her songwriting. I really really love this album and I enjoy listening to it. There's not one really bad song in the album imo although there are a few tracks that I think are weak compared to some songs from her previous albums. My most fave track so far is Wildest Dreams. I hope it will become a single.… Expand
  57. Haunted_
    Oct 29, 2014
    10
    Your faves could never. 10/10 poor everyone.

    Queen of pop and country does it again. You are not ready. So many hymns. Her best bible yet!!!!!!!!!!!
  58. alannahhealy
    Oct 29, 2014
    9
    This is not what I expected at all, but I really like the splashes that remind us that shes a 24 year old woman. It stays very close to being Taylor Swift-y but really shows growth and maturity that should be show in an artist that has grown up before our eyes. I can relate to it better as a woman, where as I would relate to Fearless when I was just a teenager, or Speak Now when I wasThis is not what I expected at all, but I really like the splashes that remind us that shes a 24 year old woman. It stays very close to being Taylor Swift-y but really shows growth and maturity that should be show in an artist that has grown up before our eyes. I can relate to it better as a woman, where as I would relate to Fearless when I was just a teenager, or Speak Now when I was maturing into an adult. It is a great transitional album and I am sure that the music style from Taylor Swift will continue to change. I enjoy this album because it is an easy listen but has a lot of depth to it.… Expand
  59. hamushka52
    Oct 29, 2014
    10
    This is a great album. Taylor shows a new side, maturity and a refreshing attitude towards love, all the whilst singing along to catchy and fresh sounding beats
  60. nitneuq
    Oct 29, 2014
    6
    When listening to this album you have to keep in mind that it is a pop commercial album so you can't hope for a great album.
    I listened it that way and for a commercial album it's not bad, in the way that the beats are well produced and addicting, some songs do have really good "backing music".
    The negative part is that the construction of the songs are really really "cliché", it's    When listening to this album you have to keep in mind that it is a pop commercial album so you can't hope for a great album.
    I listened it that way and for a commercial album it's not bad, in the way that the beats are well produced and addicting, some songs do have really good "backing music".
    The negative part is that the construction of the songs are really really "cliché", it's commercial pop, there ain't no creativity, and for music it's kind of sad.
    This album does certainly not bring pop to a next level, it's just what people are used to listen.
    To conclude i'll just say that it's a good album considering why it was made, it's clearly more a cash machine than a piece of art, you have to consider it while listening to "1989".    … Expand
  61. joyel1992
    Oct 29, 2014
    10
    One of the best album I've heard. The country superstar who turned pop in this album proved she's not going to make some trash pop record. 1989 is bold, upbeat and emotional and sounds exactly like her. the best album of the year. Every individual track on the record is perfectly crafted. Must buy, Must listen Album.
  62. MarcoJule
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Taylor had to grow up someday, and this one was the perfect moment, with a totally new sound, nice lyrics, and new style, Taylor shows us her best until now, this album left me speechless.
  63. canoeingrox
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Throughout her short but accomplished career, Swift has shown the world that versatility is her strongest asset. 1989 is further testament to this. No one song feels repetitive or trite - a praiseworthy feat for a pop record. However, the music offered in 1989 is not quite as compelling as it could have been, especially when compared to some of Swift's best works. For instance, 'Out of theThroughout her short but accomplished career, Swift has shown the world that versatility is her strongest asset. 1989 is further testament to this. No one song feels repetitive or trite - a praiseworthy feat for a pop record. However, the music offered in 1989 is not quite as compelling as it could have been, especially when compared to some of Swift's best works. For instance, 'Out of the Woods' never really hits a climax that a song of its sound can. The synth instrumental backing to several songs also has much avenue for expansion, notably for 'Bad Blood' and 'Clean'.

    Nevertheless, there are some gems here, the best songs being 'Welcome to New York', 'Shake It Off', 'Wildest Dreams', and 'This Love'. Thus, while 1989 is a very good album, its unfulfilled potential limits it to a score of 7/10.    … Expand
  64. MistyCami
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    LOL at the Katy stans rating negatively this album. The critics and the numbers are saying otherwise. This album is AMAZING from beginning to end, this is a purely POP album, a good pop album. These past years, Pop music has became more predictable, but this album isn't it gives you life when you're listening to it, you wake up thinking about 1989 and you go to sleep thinking about 1989.LOL at the Katy stans rating negatively this album. The critics and the numbers are saying otherwise. This album is AMAZING from beginning to end, this is a purely POP album, a good pop album. These past years, Pop music has became more predictable, but this album isn't it gives you life when you're listening to it, you wake up thinking about 1989 and you go to sleep thinking about 1989. Not only Swifties. but casual fans and listeners are really loving this, she's going to make many new fans with this album. The switch genre has make her a better musician. Haters gonna hate I guess...… Expand
  65. wesleywalrus
    Oct 28, 2014
    4
    With a couple songs, she progresses into a force to be reckoned with. However, the rest of the album feels like pop gone wrong, and with staying away from country music, pop perfection should've been her ultimate goal.
  66. CB3_Music
    Oct 28, 2014
    8
    '1989' is a very good pop album for Taylor Swift. Even though it doesn't have country production that her other albums have, but the elements that make Taylor Swift unique (like her writing style and personality) is there. Is it her best album, of course not, but it's good enough to be remember by fans and critics.
    Best Tracks: Blank Space, Style, Out of The Woods, Wildest Dreams. and I    '1989' is a very good pop album for Taylor Swift. Even though it doesn't have country production that her other albums have, but the elements that make Taylor Swift unique (like her writing style and personality) is there. Is it her best album, of course not, but it's good enough to be remember by fans and critics.
    Best Tracks: Blank Space, Style, Out of The Woods, Wildest Dreams. and I Know Places    … Expand
  67. Arthurmell0
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    As a friend of Swift said: '' It's like four albums were just training for this new '' (1989).

    Highlighting the songs: Blank Space, Out of The Woods, Wildest Dreams, How You Get The Girl, I Know Places, and Clean.
  68. Marcosmrts
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    1989 may not be as deep as Speak Now, but is definetely a very consistent album. Her songwritting is in one of the best phases.
    The highlights are: "Blank Space", where she tells a tale using the point of view that the media created; "Style", which comes right after BS, the song starts really calm, but then the album's best chorus starts; " I Know Places", where she tells us the story of    1989 may not be as deep as Speak Now, but is definetely a very consistent album. Her songwritting is in one of the best phases.
    The highlights are: "Blank Space", where she tells a tale using the point of view that the media created; "Style", which comes right after BS, the song starts really calm, but then the album's best chorus starts; " I Know Places", where she tells us the story of people trying to hide, probably from the media, it sounds a lot like her BFF Lorde; "All You Had to do was Stay","I Wish You Would" and "Clean" are Definetely other songs worth listening. Also, the Deluxe Version of the Album is excellent, "Wonderland", "You Are in Love" and "New Romantics" are song that should be on the Standard version.
    Anyway, 1989 is the best mainstream album released this year, and proves that Taylor never disappoint us, even when she completely changes her sonority.    … Expand
  69. thamiressss
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Best Pop album of 2014! It's good, fresh, and sound nothing like Taylor Swift have ever done. But at the same time, sound exactly like her. Blank Space, Out Of The Woods and Wildest Dreams are the best ones. Long live Taylor. Haters gonna hate!
  70. BobiSwiftie
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
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  71. Shivam_Murari
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Without a doubt, the most anticipated album of the year is 1989. Touted to be Taylor's best work so far, if we put all the albums side by side and judge, we may say, this is the most mature album she has composed. The elements of surprise in terms of lyrics or musical intellect or instruments used are plenty. There are adamant anthems (Shake It Off), selfish transitions (Welcome To NewWithout a doubt, the most anticipated album of the year is 1989. Touted to be Taylor's best work so far, if we put all the albums side by side and judge, we may say, this is the most mature album she has composed. The elements of surprise in terms of lyrics or musical intellect or instruments used are plenty. There are adamant anthems (Shake It Off), selfish transitions (Welcome To New York), soulful Ballads (Wildest Dreams), quirky jokes/taunts (Blank Space), Lyrical masterpieces (Clean), Magical Thrills (I Know Places) and a lot more that this album offers.

    Swift had come of age, seen it all, by the time RED came out, this album shoves off her boy-dependent image and shows bold self dependence. Where "Welcome to New York" is unavoidable, irrational, forgettable and slightly irritating opener, "Blank Space" is a genius. How? I won't spoil it for you, hear a few times and you would find out how comical it ACTUALLY is! "Style" is ultimately catchy and isn't as silly-party as '22' was. "Out Of the Woods"may not be a masterpiece, but it surely it quite a good song to listen to. "All You Had To Do Was Stay" reminds of some of the golden hits of 80s era. "Shake it Off" by this time has hit the ears so many times that it has become a bit avoidable, yet when it comes up on a whole-album-play it reminds of the excitement and journey of 2 months to the date,when the album is in our hands. "I Wish You Would" is a dramatic fast-paced song that at one go reminds of Miley Cyrus songs, but on another go, we discover how it is the old-Swift at heart, slightly boycentric that is. Everyone expected "Bad Blood" to be 'Better Than Revenge' part II, but rather than a stormy guess-the-celebrity song, it is more generalized and 'relatable'. Swift offers her fans a song they could dedicate to their enemies. "Wildest Dreams" is by far the most mature song on the album. It is soulfully absorbing both lyrically and musically. If you have been in a relationship, there is all chances that you would be reminded of the good-times you had had with your counterpart and the times when you were afraid, if this ends, how would you survive. "How You Get The Girl" goes back to Speak Now times (did I hear guitar?),it is funny and a sly guide for the boys to get their girls back. It is silly, yet a fun listen (like Stay Stay Stay from Red), but ultimately forgettable. "This Love" is a genius ballad. No more words, you must just listen to this strongly confessional song written and composed by Swift alone(the only song on the album). "I Know Places", is, sonically, the most different song on the album. It has some intense imagery, could be called as one of the most memorable songs on the album. It takes you to places you might have never been. This may go down in the history. "Clean" is the perfect end, the album could get. It comes directly out of the conscience and has some hardcore intense and 'real' lyrics. All Too Well part II, lyrically because it doesn't narrate a relationship but talks about finally being clean. It also, very truly, says, if you have [finally!!] moved on over some relationship or phase in life, it doesn't mean you don't remember it.

    The deluxe edition songs are more of the party songs, I consider the voice memos as the real jewels there. Buy deluxe version for those voice memos and the catchy pop songs. It is recommended.

    Overall, this is 'one of the' best works of Taylor Swift and she could definitely be proud of it. It has got some of the best songs and makes a smooth track-to-track transitions. It has got some real masterpieces and very few forgettable sounds, making the album, yet another contribution to making the Swift a legend.    … Expand
  72. mostafa8670
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Best Album Of The Year this album was so good i think taylor cant grow in pop genre now i believe that she can do anything i really enjoy this album and i gave her album 10
  73. an180201
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Everything in this album is perfect. The songs are amazing, the cover of the album is really nice. She has elevated the music back in the 80s and the music now. This is truly one of the best albums I have ever heard.
  74. asjklasjklas
    Oct 27, 2014
    7
    It's her "first documented, official pop album" and although the many, many Max Martin and Shellback-tailored hooks and synths suggest it contrasts that noughties Nashville country girl with teardrops on her guitar and celebrity ex-boyfriends out in the dog house, it's still Taylor to the core: hanging up on exes and then calling them back to tell them she, well, regrets hanging up onIt's her "first documented, official pop album" and although the many, many Max Martin and Shellback-tailored hooks and synths suggest it contrasts that noughties Nashville country girl with teardrops on her guitar and celebrity ex-boyfriends out in the dog house, it's still Taylor to the core: hanging up on exes and then calling them back to tell them she, well, regrets hanging up on them. It's disguised in contemporary synthpop melodies. But it's sure as hell still there though.

    After scoring her very first number-one on the U.S. Hot 100 with 2012's "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together", it's no surprise that Max Martin and Shellback make an appearance on her anticipated successor--seven times, actually. And as far as contemporary top 40 tunes go, 1989 hardly comes up short. The playfully self-aware "Blank Space" has Swift stirring up her haters' comments about her multitude of alleged celebrity exes and turning them into a whirlwind of irresistibly catchy pick-up lines ("I want the players/And you love the game") and self-confessionals ("'Cause darling, I'm a nightmare dressed like a daydream"). "Style" immediately latches onto the current trend of faux-disco made popular again by French duo Daft Punk and it'll surely land itself onto the profiles of over one million girls on Tumblr with it's instantly quotable chorus ("You got that James Dean daydream look in your eye/I got that red lip classic thing that you like").

    But with any Taylor Swift record, her longest, more vulnerable numbers are her highlights. Though she never quite reaches--or tries to reach--the melodrama found in her previous songs like "Enchanted" or "All Too Well", her collaboration with her longtime co-producer Nathan Chapman on "This Love" comes the closest: electronically manipulated yet twangy guitars backing up Swift's soothing voice singing about "silent screams" and what not. And finally, her hotly anticipated collaboration with English singer-songstress Imogen Heap clocks in at 4-and-a-half minutes of a toy box-esque instrumental and Heap's harmonic backing vocals and sighs decorated with lyrics like "You're still all over me like a wine stained dress I can't wear anymore".

    Her accomplishments of achieving a thoroughly pop album come at a cost though and her weakest links are the filler moments that are squeezed into an overall memorable moment of mainstream music in 2014. The introductory ode to NYC has well-intention lines like "You can want who you want/Boys and boys, and girls and girls", however, safe-pop producer Ryan Tedder's far-too-familiar melodies and almost insultingly impersonal lyricism turns it into one of Swift's most disappointing promotional singles to date. And although anyone on planet earth can tell you over and over again how infectious "Shake It Off" is, that saxophone left in Max Martin's studio from his previous session recording Ariana Grande's "Problem" has become a bit less charismatic this time around.

    1989 is the work of a woman who has already molded herself into pop culture "like a wine stained dress". It's not made to be universally acclaimed. It's experimental. And that's just exactly what an artist does, especially one at the caliber of Swift. Her fans are going to be disappointed in the shortage of her signature vulnerability and her detractors are going to snarl at her tongue-in-cheek continuation of boy-obsessed lyricism. But at the end of the day, there's a song or three you're going to jam to in your car with your friends and there'll be another one or two for the nights you'll spend snuggled up in your teardrop-stained sheets thinking of an ex.    … Expand
  75. Michelyswift13
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has really bringing new and amazing things for fans. With these new tunes and this new way of singing, Taylor excelled and broke all barriers, this pop is totally different and creative!… Expand
  76. Dasinger32
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Ótimo álbum, foge do pop estilo Katy Perry, Rihanna e outras estrelas pop, tem músicas chicletes, batidas dançantes mas todas com letras realmente bonitas e significativas, ouvir esse cd é como estar em um filme com trilhas sonoras para todas as ocasiões, cada dia Taylor Swift surpreende mais, cada álbum uma evolução. ótima cantora, ótima compositora, ótima intérprete, precisamos de maisÓtimo álbum, foge do pop estilo Katy Perry, Rihanna e outras estrelas pop, tem músicas chicletes, batidas dançantes mas todas com letras realmente bonitas e significativas, ouvir esse cd é como estar em um filme com trilhas sonoras para todas as ocasiões, cada dia Taylor Swift surpreende mais, cada álbum uma evolução. ótima cantora, ótima compositora, ótima intérprete, precisamos de mais Taylor's hoje em dia.… Expand
  77. WandJunior
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Taylor surprised me with this new record, surpassing all expectations she brought wonderful music, and good to hear, unlike the POP world today, Congratulations Taylor, PERFECT ALBUM
  78. BadBlood
    Oct 27, 2014
    7
    Taylor finally ends up assuming totally Pop on her new album "1989" which ended up being his most daring and intuitive disk. We have some great surprises, the biggest of them being 'Blank Space' which perfectly combines a fast, steady pace with a letter and vocal incredibly interesting. 'Shake It Off' and 'I Wish You Would' not left behind providing exciting moments. At the end, the albumTaylor finally ends up assuming totally Pop on her new album "1989" which ended up being his most daring and intuitive disk. We have some great surprises, the biggest of them being 'Blank Space' which perfectly combines a fast, steady pace with a letter and vocal incredibly interesting. 'Shake It Off' and 'I Wish You Would' not left behind providing exciting moments. At the end, the album disappoints only for their ballads, with their weak, predictable and bland lyrics.
    '1989' is a great pop album, Taylor may have lost a bit of their cuteness and feeling, but it makes up for in boldness and energy to give air at 16 tracks.    … Expand
  79. arthurbrazilian
    Oct 27, 2014
    7
    Is still a weak pop to Taylor Swift continues letters about boyfriends, something that should not be a pop album, Taylor needs to improve in pop, to please a general public
  80. Giovana
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Taylor Swift is an artist who innovates and grows with each album and in my opinion so far in 1989 has exceeded all expectations and became his best album, both in vocal quality, sound, composition ... I hope she stays that way to let your name growing in market
  81. OpinionatedGuy
    Oct 27, 2014
    9
    I’ll admit. This album is not a masterpiece compared to Taylor Swift’s previous album efforts Red and Speak Now. But I would say that this is Taylor’s happiest album she ever made. I can sense during the entire production of this record, Taylor was in a happier place. Even though she reflected on the times when she was in an upsetting situation when she was writing her songs, she was muchI’ll admit. This album is not a masterpiece compared to Taylor Swift’s previous album efforts Red and Speak Now. But I would say that this is Taylor’s happiest album she ever made. I can sense during the entire production of this record, Taylor was in a happier place. Even though she reflected on the times when she was in an upsetting situation when she was writing her songs, she was much in a happier mood, she is just learning from it and she delivered it through her songwriting.

    Also, this album also reminded me why I loved 80s pop music as well as pop music in general. I can also sense that she is really influenced by the music in the 80s while creating this album. Even though there were a few songs where it’s not quite sounded like the 80s, this album felt like a tribute to the 80s music from Taylor Swift. I guess this is why I love this album because of what type of music influenced Taylor to make this album.

    Taylor’s songwriting in this record felt a bit matured since her previous album Red. What I loved about her songwriting in this record is that even though it’s entirely pop, it still felt like Taylor wrote and sang the songs by heart. Her songs belong to Taylor. Not Ariana, not Rihanna, not Katy Perry and not any other pop artists. These songs belong to Taylor herself and that’s what I loved about this record. It still felt like Taylor despite the musical change.

    The music production of this album is excellently well done. The producers of this record managed to delivered what both Taylor and her fans wanted for this record. This experimental music production gave Taylor another opportunity to step out of her comfort zone and Taylor made the right decision.

    The tracklisting of this album could contribute why it wasn’t a masterpiece in my opinion. It’s still great but it’s not very spectacular compared to Speak Now and Red. The first song Welcome to New York is a perfect song to start off this 80s influenced record. Blank Space, Style, Out of the Woods and All You Had to Do Was Stay were the songs that may be about Harry Styles. Any other songs about love and break-ups in this record could be more of a general point of view from Taylor and it’s not necessarily about Harry Styles Blank Space is one of my favorite songs in the record because Taylor poked fun of herself while also poking fun at the tabloids and this felt very fresh to listen from her. The last three songs in the standard edition of this record is when Taylor gets a bit personal. Overall, I felt like Clean is a nice way to end the record without getting too emotional or too melodramatic.

    The deluxe edition tracks were worth the money. Wonderland felt like her new matured take on one of her older songs Enchanted. You Are In Love is obviously a love song told in a point of view from Taylor about her two friends who are in love with each other. I can tell that this is about Jack Antonoff and Lena Dunham, which the former is one of the producers in this record. I find this really cute to think about. And the last deluxe edition track of this record New Romantics is a great, better way to end the record. It felt really like a classic 80s pop song and it’s one of my favorite tracks in this record.

    Overall, if you’re a Swiftie who is skeptical about this record, don’t expect it to be great as Speak Now or Red but you’re not going to disappointed, rather you will be happy that Taylor is happy in this record. This record is a nice transition for Taylor from country music to pop music. This record is the reason why I love 80s pop and pop music in general.

    The 1989 era is here and Taylor Swift is running the world once again.    … Expand
  82. calljohno
    Oct 27, 2014
    0
    Some albums are grossly overrated. Thus why I am giving this album a 0 although I believe it deserves about a 7. The albums is being overrated, so I am going to underrate it. I know Taylor Swift fans are either excited about this release, or are upset by the genre transition that is evident in this release. Frankly, I'm not too concerned with the genre of the album, but the timeless valueSome albums are grossly overrated. Thus why I am giving this album a 0 although I believe it deserves about a 7. The albums is being overrated, so I am going to underrate it. I know Taylor Swift fans are either excited about this release, or are upset by the genre transition that is evident in this release. Frankly, I'm not too concerned with the genre of the album, but the timeless value it presents. Every pop album released in the last decade has had several catchy hooks peppered throughout; so to simply have catchy hooks is not enough to call this album great. 1989 presents nothing new. It provides nothing for its listeners other than catchy hooks and new songs to bump with your girlfriends(or metro-sexual friends, as the case may be). The songs are nice and all; but its nothing ground breaking. I would like to see the critic score in the 60s and the user score around 7. Taylor just simply isn't an "artist," she's a singer--if you can even call her that.… Expand
  83. Remmyatrl
    Oct 27, 2014
    1
    So after hearing about how amazing this album was I decided to listen to it myself and boy was I surprised. Not only was it boring it was bloated with pointless filler that felt like a chore to get through. I was just waiting to be impressed yet I wasn’t, Taylor obviously needs to work on creating better pop music. She brought nothing new to the table, even Prism had more depth, she shouldSo after hearing about how amazing this album was I decided to listen to it myself and boy was I surprised. Not only was it boring it was bloated with pointless filler that felt like a chore to get through. I was just waiting to be impressed yet I wasn’t, Taylor obviously needs to work on creating better pop music. She brought nothing new to the table, even Prism had more depth, she should stick to her own lane. We already have enough half-baked pop albums coming out like clockwork, please Taylor don’t make us suffer more. Your lyrical content suffered massively while you attempted to be inspired by the dull and insipid beats supplied to you by pop music’s most generic producer. Don’t expect much from this album otherwise you’ll be sorely disappointed, but I’m sure her army of fans called the “swifties” will try to convince everyone this failed attempt was actually decent.… Expand
  84. rogerfoster13
    Oct 27, 2014
    9
    "1989" is one of the best albums of 2014. It's a pop that is above the pop done by Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus, among others. Its highest point was obtained with "Wildest Dreams", the best song by far. An adorable album coming from an adorable girl with unique features. Again Taylor Swift shows us that when things are done the right way, everything goes perfectly.
  85. valgreen
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    I absolutely loved this album. I was already expecting to be good, but not on this level. This is a pop masterpiece. She not only brings a pop original, that has nothing to do with this mainstream pop out there, she brings ferocity in her work. The lyrics for this album are good, and it gets even better when you realize that this is a pop record and it's not full of **** lyrics. And it'sI absolutely loved this album. I was already expecting to be good, but not on this level. This is a pop masterpiece. She not only brings a pop original, that has nothing to do with this mainstream pop out there, she brings ferocity in her work. The lyrics for this album are good, and it gets even better when you realize that this is a pop record and it's not full of **** lyrics. And it's perfectly produced as well. Her best work ever. Album of the year.

    Best ones: Style, Bad Blood, I Know Places, This Love, You Are In Love and New Romantics.    … Collapse
  86. nicholkid
    Oct 27, 2014
    7
    I would have to agree with the others that said there are no bad songs on this album. However, some songs don't seem very genuine to me. And personally, I haven't connected with any of the songs (yet). Fyi, I have listened to it twice now.

    It is has a very cohesive sound (and theme) all the way through. Surprisingly rare for albums these days. Bonus points for that. I still don't    I would have to agree with the others that said there are no bad songs on this album. However, some songs don't seem very genuine to me. And personally, I haven't connected with any of the songs (yet). Fyi, I have listened to it twice now.

    It is has a very cohesive sound (and theme) all the way through. Surprisingly rare for albums these days. Bonus points for that.

    I still don't really like that T Swift went full pop, but at least she does it really well.

    Also I hope she does acoustic performances of these eventually.    … Expand
  87. ftb1777
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    This is the best album Taylor Swift has released, and that is a very big accomplishment. Swift's ability to tell a story in any music genre is well highlighted here. 1989 also is the BEST album of 2014 by a long shot. It just does not get any better than this
  88. xoraphs
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    De longe, esse é o melhor álbum do ano. Não é a toa que é cogitado pra ser oque vai salvar a industria musical em 2014. Swift novamente surpreende todos com um álbum totalmente pop e inovador. Com sons que remetem aos anos 80, 1989 tem tudo pra ganhar o Grammy de Álbum Do Ano na edição de 2016. Ela vem se superando a cada Era, não tem ninguem que se possa comparar com Taylor Swift.
  89. altoniolemos
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Swift is writing the future of pop music. She is swimming against the current and bringing the golden days of originality in pop music back. '1989' is the coronation of the new queen of pop music.
  90. electricprince
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Taylor Swift delivers in a big way with her first pure pop effort, giving listeners a taste of pure pop confection with lyrical poetry, an oddity in pop music today. The album isn't Swift's strongest lyrically (see RED) but it certainly is, sonically.
  91. anticore
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Perfect transition from country to pop..

    Songs like Blank Space & I Know Places are extremely wonderful. It's great to see an artist growing in such an excellence like this. Well done Ms. Swift!
  92. Wael
    Oct 27, 2014
    9
    Sonically, '1989' is very different than anything Taylor Swift has ever done, but when you stay faithful to your soul and your core, nothing you do will upset people. Her first 'official documented pop album' is just perfection made by the combination of catchy tunes, deep lyrics (as usual), great vocal performance, and confidence/sass kinda attitude. Here is every single track reviewed:Sonically, '1989' is very different than anything Taylor Swift has ever done, but when you stay faithful to your soul and your core, nothing you do will upset people. Her first 'official documented pop album' is just perfection made by the combination of catchy tunes, deep lyrics (as usual), great vocal performance, and confidence/sass kinda attitude. Here is every single track reviewed:
    1. Welcome to New York: This song, done with Ryan Tedder, serves its purpose with brilliance: Introducing Swift's most-sonically challenging album. Great track and New York Anthem.
    2. Blank Space: The first highlight of the album, produced by hitmakers Max Martin and Shellback, and written by Swift, this song offers everything there is: Love, Fun, Confidence, Dismissing what people say. EVERYTHING I tell ya!
    3. Style.: Another amazing song from amazing Mrs. Swift. I think what really shines on here are the reaaaally good lyrics (You got that James Dean daydream look in your eye/ And I got that red lip classic thing that you like.)
    4. Out of the Woods: The first promo single of the album, produced by Antonoff, sees Swift at her most experimental and adventurous yet. Really good song.
    5. All You Had To Do Was Stay: The verse emerges reminiscent of the Speak Now & Fearless eras (Lyrically speaking) and then the chorus hits and the world is slayed. I think what rings the most is the epic "Stay!"
    6. Shake It Off: Okay, if you still haven't heard this song, you must be living on Mars or something. A great haters-gonna-hate anthem, wisely chosen as the lead single.
    7. I Wish You Would: If you didn't like this track from the first listen, that's okay, I didn't either. But it really grew on me and realized the chorus is the most insane thing Taylor has ever done.
    8. Bad Blood: If it really is about Katy Perry, then I got bad news for her: Katy Perry, you are (unfortunately) very burned. Lyrically strong and great production. I mean, have you heard those beats?
    9. Wildest Dreams: Lana Del Rey, is that you? Taylor attempts a Lana-type-of-song, and she absolutely nails it. My second favourite off the album, after 'Blank Space'. Breathy vocals and production and dark lyrics, way to go!
    10. How You Get The Girl: The only song on '1989' that is not as memorable as the others. It's still good though, with typical Swift-lyrics, such as 'I want you for worse or for better/ I would wait forever and ever'.
    11. This Love: Written by Swift alone, this song is so much reminiscent of the Speak Now era, except it's pop. Breathy, dark and calm, this song is absolutely beautiful!
    12. I Know Places: The darkest song on the record. The lyrics hit too much, and the melodies will just sweep you off. Great attempt at change, Tay (especially with the 'They are the hunters, we are the foxes, and we run' line)!
    13. Clean: You like 'All Too Well'? Well this song is the closest to it on the record. Emotionally charged, this song serves as the perfect closer.

    Remember when Lorde said that Taylor is a "perfectionist"? Well, she wasn't wrong, folks! Great album Taylor. (Hoping you'd go country again for your 2016 release). This album proves that Mrs. Swift still has a long career ahead of her. 10/10.    … Expand
  93. swiftie13
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Taylor Swift shifts into a new genre, but not without the things that make her loved by millions of fans. Here is is just as evocative as in her previous works and in the end, it's her most mature effort to date. Yes, many songs make you want to dance but they do not lack substance as found in many pop albums. She is doing her own thing and is not afraid to.
  94. CassidyAnderson
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    An amazing and enthralling album. I liked all the songs, I think it was the first album of any artist that happened. Production, sound, lyrics, everything is perfect. People should know better that job and enjoy it all, because it is a wondrous album. Has many songs that we can see the moment how this woman is talented, Wildest Dreams, Style, Blank Space are the best for me.
  95. jotaeseche
    Oct 27, 2014
    9
    What I love about musicians is their potential versatility throughout their career. Taylor Swift made some terrible mistakes on her image and music the last years, but 1989 almost redeems everything. I love changes when they come for the better; this album is almost excellent, with great influences from R&B underground, Lorde, Lana del Rey and some standouts in the pop majesty, and sheWhat I love about musicians is their potential versatility throughout their career. Taylor Swift made some terrible mistakes on her image and music the last years, but 1989 almost redeems everything. I love changes when they come for the better; this album is almost excellent, with great influences from R&B underground, Lorde, Lana del Rey and some standouts in the pop majesty, and she nicely knew how to combine these all and create a fantastic journey. This is the Taylor I was longing for!… Expand
  96. screambluemurde
    Oct 27, 2014
    8
    I'm gonna give it an eight because I don't think it is as good as Red. But c'mon this is the album of the year. Perfectly written, sounds so fresh but like like anything else playing on the radio right now. She is the best writter of her generation. Every song has a catch phrase ( i.e. Cause darling I'm a nightmare dressed like a daydream). Taylor has a card on her sleeve: Max Martin. WhyI'm gonna give it an eight because I don't think it is as good as Red. But c'mon this is the album of the year. Perfectly written, sounds so fresh but like like anything else playing on the radio right now. She is the best writter of her generation. Every song has a catch phrase ( i.e. Cause darling I'm a nightmare dressed like a daydream). Taylor has a card on her sleeve: Max Martin. Why are wasting your time reading this stupid review? Go and buy 1898 right now!… Expand
  97. PulkitG
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    This new album of Taylor Swift is a big step outside country music which is very well handled. Songs like Blank Spaces, How you get the girl, I know Places are the AWESOMEST. Even the NYC anthem is the one to look out for.

    Lyrically best, sweet emotional, subtle sarcasm and life experiences makes it even more Special. Taylor has done it again.

    PS Taylor Please Come to India For A Concert.
  98. AndyBarnaclei
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    The best! Oh My God!! Of course the best album of 2014!! I LOVE YOU TAYLOR! 13 13 13 FOREVER, and I'm so excited so buy the album in stores!! Kisses from Brazil!
  99. atishvaze
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    When I heard that she was doing a pure Pop album, I was bit disappointed. After hearing Shake It Off, I had my doubts whether she will be able to leave up to the expectation of delivering a quality pop album. After hearing the album, I can easily say she has surely surpassed my expectations. This record is pure genius. Its Taylor most cohesive and consistent album yet. Wildest Dreams, IWhen I heard that she was doing a pure Pop album, I was bit disappointed. After hearing Shake It Off, I had my doubts whether she will be able to leave up to the expectation of delivering a quality pop album. After hearing the album, I can easily say she has surely surpassed my expectations. This record is pure genius. Its Taylor most cohesive and consistent album yet. Wildest Dreams, I Know Places, Blank Space, Style, Clean, How You Get the Girl, Out of the Woods are simply masterpieces. Even the bonus tracks, Wonderland, You are in Love and New Romantics are superbly crafted. The three voice memos gives a brief glimpses of how Taylor write, composes and produces a melody. Simply speaking This is the Pop record of the Year. Congratulations Taylor for making another well crafted album, you never disappoint.… Expand
  100. Akhil_S
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    Its not the usual Taylor we knew and the music is very polished but the good thing is she's more confident and her new sound is so fresh unlike stale pop contemporaries.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 21 out of 29
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  1. The Quietus
    Dec 1, 2014
    80
    With 1989 she has succeeded in leveraging the most cordial and familiar of pop music outpourings to something that feels like a statement, a work of note and the sinew of some kind of emotional connective tissue–binding tastemakers, rock critics, guys I work with and my 12 year old cousin; irrevocably and unexpectedly.
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  2. NOW Magazine
    Nov 6, 2014
    60
    What stands out more than the production is how consistently solid the album is, and how effective the lyrics and songwriting.
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  3. The 405
    Nov 6, 2014
    60
    1989 is full of cliches, but the truth is that we wouldn't expect them to not be present anyway.
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