Red
by Taylor Swift
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  1. Ysabela
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums hands down. Its shows her great of a lyricist she it to be able to make her listeners to relate to her songs.
  2. Mehulsinh
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Red is that holy Bible of Taylor Swift which makes us feel the kinda emotions of every nature. This album may not be well understood by critics but the listeners are able to very much connect and understand the album very well. Love you Tay❤.
  3. TrMeinh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    a PERFECTION of country and pop, a sad, beautiful, tragic record and deverses all the love.
  4. Christen13
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This album is epic. Taylor's voice is very powerful and the songs are great.
  5. officialjem
    Oct 22, 2012
    10
    This is definitely the best mainstream album of the year. The songs are written remarkably well, and the sound is so different from what everyone else is putting out in the industry right now. This is my first time listening to a Taylor Swift record and I didn't expect it to be this great. She is an amazing songwriter at such a young age of 22. Taylor really made me a fan after listeningThis is definitely the best mainstream album of the year. The songs are written remarkably well, and the sound is so different from what everyone else is putting out in the industry right now. This is my first time listening to a Taylor Swift record and I didn't expect it to be this great. She is an amazing songwriter at such a young age of 22. Taylor really made me a fan after listening to this album.… Expand
  6. JoaoAlmeida
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    this album is such a masterpiece, taylor swift got to the peak of her songwriting geniality
  7. left99
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    En sus baladas clásicas, como ‘I Almost Do’, Taylor emociona lo mismo que una merluza, aburriendo hasta a las vacas del estado de Texas. Sin embargo, que celebremos que su éxito no llegue a nuestro país no significa que no podamos apreciar algunos de sus aciertos, como ‘The Lucky One’ o el corte titular. Lo primero que se ve al abrir el libreto del CD es un texto de Swift en el que se poneEn sus baladas clásicas, como ‘I Almost Do’, Taylor emociona lo mismo que una merluza, aburriendo hasta a las vacas del estado de Texas. Sin embargo, que celebremos que su éxito no llegue a nuestro país no significa que no podamos apreciar algunos de sus aciertos, como ‘The Lucky One’ o el corte titular. Lo primero que se ve al abrir el libreto del CD es un texto de Swift en el que se pone a hablar de Pablo Neruda y de cómo cree que el color “rojo” es el que se asocia mejor con sus emociones y -añadiríamos- rupturas varias, la última de ellas esta misma semana (no, ‘Red’ no tenía nada que ver con los Communards ni con la URSS).… Expand
  8. IconicStick
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Red x State of Grace, when Swift sings, "And I never saw you coming," is she singing about a guy, or about the sweeping sound of this opening track? With absolutely gigantic drums, chiming guitars that recall the Stone Roses or the Cure, and syllables that stretch to untouched lengths of time, "State of Grace" eloquently and effortlessly extends Swift's genre reach.
  9. karlak
    Jan 6, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album has more mobile sounds, some of its beautiful songs and very sentimental that you can get a tear… Expand
  10. franklin_lessa
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    Taylor continua fazendo um trabalho lindo em RED, onde timidamente ela se inicia no pop, trazendo em suas faixas batidas de pop mescladas com cowntry!
  11. sarahseans12
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, lyrically and musically. Taylor Swift perfectly captures her country roots while mixing pop melodies and beats. From the opening track to the ending track, she keeps the same magic and "Taylor" sound with each and every song. Whether it be a fun, upbeat pop tune or a mellower, acoustic ballad, every track keeps the same warm feeling that comes with every songThis album is a masterpiece, lyrically and musically. Taylor Swift perfectly captures her country roots while mixing pop melodies and beats. From the opening track to the ending track, she keeps the same magic and "Taylor" sound with each and every song. Whether it be a fun, upbeat pop tune or a mellower, acoustic ballad, every track keeps the same warm feeling that comes with every song and ties into the whole aesthetic and content of the album. This album was a great transition album from country to pop. I do not know how anyone could transition genres better than this.

    Along with this album being perfect lyrically and musically, this album perfectly captures this moment in Taylor's life as she is growing and maturing into a young woman in her early 20s.

    Amazing job on this album, Taylor.    … Expand
  12. iGeorge
    Sep 2, 2018
    10
    Taylor, nesse álbum, demonstra as suas incertezas e exprime seus sentimentos de forma vanguardista. Atemporal e perfeito. Álbum da minha vida!
  13. igusiqueira
    Jun 7, 2019
    10
    Incrível, melodias gostosas, letras incríveis, expressa diversos sentimentos tão bem, é realmente lindo
  14. LisaK30
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    This is still to this day my favorite Taylor Swift album of all time. In the height of her popularity critics will rate her down as if to say she's only doing well because of her celebrity instead of her actual music. Truth is, Taylor is a song-writing genius and shows it here more than ever. "All Too Well" is her best song ever and "Holy Ground" is a close second. A great look into whatThis is still to this day my favorite Taylor Swift album of all time. In the height of her popularity critics will rate her down as if to say she's only doing well because of her celebrity instead of her actual music. Truth is, Taylor is a song-writing genius and shows it here more than ever. "All Too Well" is her best song ever and "Holy Ground" is a close second. A great look into what it is to have "Red Love" so fast, passionate, and heart-breaking.… Expand
  15. dangerousnate08
    Nov 26, 2019
    9
    excelente álbum, infelizmente não levou um Grammy, mas merecia. Taylor Swift é sem dúvidas a melhor artista de sua geração .
  16. Nhat04032005
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For me, RED is Taylor's best album. Each song in RED has a very special feature that I can't forget it.
    ( p/s : my favorite song in RED is I Knew You Were Trouble )    … Expand
  17. snuffl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album, I LOVE HER SO MUCH Is the best songwriter ever and I can't not stan my fave.
  18. Folklore014
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    There we are again in the middle of the night
    We dance around the kitchen in the refrigerator light
    Down the stairs, I was there, I remember it all too well!!!!
  19. Shaq_97
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is one of Taylor's best album lyrics wise because every songs tells a story that makes us feel like we're in there too. Some songs that cross over to pop also very great and catchy. Not gonna lie this album is one of the emotional and saddest album of Taylor.
  20. Amorosoval
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    One of the most vulnerable pieces of music of the decade, I still don't get how it could be snubbed at the Grammys.
  21. mytears13
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Wow. what an amazing album with great lyrics. Even though the tracklist is a bit messy at times. Those lyrics are beyond incredible and this is definitely one of my favourite albums.
  22. Elliesparks
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is perfection! Red pulls all the heartstrings but mend your broken heart back together with its songs. All Too Well, State of Grace, Holy Ground, Treacherous, I Almost Do, and Begin Again all in one album? Definitely heavenly.
  23. kokodak
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    one of her most intricate and lyrical albums to date. the genius of her sonfwritinf skills truly shines in this album. i am glad she blessed us with this masterpiece.
  24. Sinnoh-best
    Sep 10, 2022
    10
    Her best album and my favourtie album of all time right now! All to well is a masterpiece, who couldn’t agree?
  25. fredinwhiterock
    Oct 25, 2012
    8
    A collection of radio-friendly singles some of which will play top 40, some will play country and some indy. It is produced and tuned up the wazoo so you have to accept that. I enjoyed 12 of the 16 songs and thought 3 of the other 4 were okay. My fave is State of Grace. Disclosure: I love Shania Twain and I like sugar pop.
  26. JuneDominic
    Oct 23, 2012
    10
    Red is a visual album that aims to make its listeners dance. I like the new direction of the album and Taylor's grown-up voice. The collaborations are also good.
  27. Alexandra--
    Oct 28, 2012
    10
    Mudafans recalcados pq perderão o recorde. Bjos sabor milho. Adeus
  28. Taylor-Someon
    Oct 28, 2012
    10
    O Album é Otimo,Só falta msm o Feat com a Sely mais...Prefiro a taylor Pop do que country ,vendeu muuuito amooo isso é ótimo pois cantora que n vende n é nada -n
  29. maroneze23
    Nov 30, 2012
    10
    1. State of grace, the first music on Red return to us a good beat, but isn't the best music 7/10. 2. Red, the music album title is the one of three best music on 'Red' 10/10. 3. Treacherous is a calm music, relaxed, good but it's not good like Red or I Knew You Were Trouble 7/10. 4. I knew you were trouble is the first music by Taylor Swift that mix country and dupstep, Taylor is the1. State of grace, the first music on Red return to us a good beat, but isn't the best music 7/10. 2. Red, the music album title is the one of three best music on 'Red' 10/10. 3. Treacherous is a calm music, relaxed, good but it's not good like Red or I Knew You Were Trouble 7/10. 4. I knew you were trouble is the first music by Taylor Swift that mix country and dupstep, Taylor is the first artist to do it and I knew you were trouble is the best music on album Red 10/10. 5. All too well has passed for us the characteristic by Taylor 8/10. 6. 22 is the pop music on Red, Taylor knows how do a pop music like 22 9/10. 7. I almost do is, like All too well, the music by Taylor, own Taylor, like the music by Fearlss 8/10. 8. We are never ever getting back together is a good music. But Taylor can do more than Never Ever. Taylor has enchanted world with Never Ever 10/10. 9. Stay Stay Stay is more country music on Red 8/10. 10. The last time ft. Gary Lightbody is a different music, so good 10/10. 11. Holy Ground is the worst music on Red 6/10. 12. Sad beautiful tragic could have a BIG remix, it's so sad 6/10. 13. The lucky one is like Taylor's lucky number, but I think this music could be better the another on Red 7/10. 14. Everything has changed ft. Ed Sheeran is, with I knew you were trouble, the best music on Red, Ed Sheeran helped with a lot of success 10/10. 15. Starlight, I don't like this music 6/10. 16. Begin Again has a PERFECT clip, Taylor knew how to make it, in Paris 10/10...… Expand
  30. ElectroShot
    Nov 10, 2012
    8
    I enjoyed the album and think Taylor is taking a step in the right direction. The best songs are still the most stripped ones but you cant deny this girl knows how to write a song even if some of them sound the same.
  31. Elias55
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Esta mujer es el ejemplo perfecto de artista completa: toca instrumentos, compone su propia música, escribe sus letras (muy personales, haciendo que conectes con ella de una manera muy cercana porque sabes que es real), tiene una buena imagen (gustos personales aparte) y combina la dosis perfecta de comercialismo y genuinidad.
  32. Francis74
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Único. Su unión con Max Martin y Shellback ha sido un éxito comercial, de eso no hay duda, pero a la hora de medir el impacto cualitativo, la Swift sale perdiendo con el equipo: El primer single, ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’ es demasiado Avril Lavigne, demasiado estúpido y demasiado despegado del concepto Taylor Swift. Quizá por eso haya sido uno de sus pocos éxitosÚnico. Su unión con Max Martin y Shellback ha sido un éxito comercial, de eso no hay duda, pero a la hora de medir el impacto cualitativo, la Swift sale perdiendo con el equipo: El primer single, ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’ es demasiado Avril Lavigne, demasiado estúpido y demasiado despegado del concepto Taylor Swift. Quizá por eso haya sido uno de sus pocos éxitos internacionales. De esta unión con los productores nace también ‘I Knew You Were Trouble’, con un lamentable amago dubstep que termina dejando el tema en manos de una Taylor Swift tan Disney que hasta a Selena Gomez el tema le sonaría infantil. E igualmente Disney es ’22’, una celebración de su juventud demasiado tardía, aunque de entre estos 3 temas, es el que más se salva.… Expand
  33. RollingPark
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Excelente. Este ‘Treacherous’ es uno de los mejores cortes del disco, sencillo, delicado hasta el más mínimo detalle y sin problema alguno para haberse colado en el tracklist de cualquiera de sus trabajos anteriores. Quizá porque me suena más honesto, quizá porque se la nota más desenvuelta, más segura en estas aguas que en ese nueva apuesta que no termina de cuajarme. Algo parecido pasaExcelente. Este ‘Treacherous’ es uno de los mejores cortes del disco, sencillo, delicado hasta el más mínimo detalle y sin problema alguno para haberse colado en el tracklist de cualquiera de sus trabajos anteriores. Quizá porque me suena más honesto, quizá porque se la nota más desenvuelta, más segura en estas aguas que en ese nueva apuesta que no termina de cuajarme. Algo parecido pasa en ‘All Too Well’.… Expand
  34. ArgentinaPost
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Con Red Taylor, logró combinar perfectamente el Country y el Pop, ¡Asombroso! Si Taylor Swift pretendía evolucionar, precisamente ‘State Of Grace’ sí es un paso diferente. El tema que abre el álbum está enteramente compuesto por ella y alejado de las producciones de Max Martin. El sonido está más cerca del pop-rock inglés que el country pero Taylor es así, que se quiere llamar country peroCon Red Taylor, logró combinar perfectamente el Country y el Pop, ¡Asombroso! Si Taylor Swift pretendía evolucionar, precisamente ‘State Of Grace’ sí es un paso diferente. El tema que abre el álbum está enteramente compuesto por ella y alejado de las producciones de Max Martin. El sonido está más cerca del pop-rock inglés que el country pero Taylor es así, que se quiere llamar country pero de country cada vez tiene menos.… Expand
  35. LordZayc
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Lançado mundialmente em 22 de outubro de 2012, “Red” é o quarto álbum de estúdio de Taylor. Criado como um disco de experimentações, a própria cantora o descreve como uma “colcha de retalhos” na qual ela pôde trabalhar com colaboradores diferentes dos quais costumava, como Max Martin e Shellback. Segundo Taylor, compor a faixa-título foi primordial ao projeto, pois a fez descartar tudo oLançado mundialmente em 22 de outubro de 2012, “Red” é o quarto álbum de estúdio de Taylor. Criado como um disco de experimentações, a própria cantora o descreve como uma “colcha de retalhos” na qual ela pôde trabalhar com colaboradores diferentes dos quais costumava, como Max Martin e Shellback. Segundo Taylor, compor a faixa-título foi primordial ao projeto, pois a fez descartar tudo o que tinha feito até então e recomeçar as gravações do zero. Ela diz que resolveu dar este nome ao álbum porque “quando você se apaixona, tudo acontece tão rápido e fica fora de controle e há um monte de sentimentos que se misturam, como paixão, alegria, ciúmes, frustração, falta de comunicação e várias outras emoções que, em sua mente, são todas da cor vermelha”. O carro-chefe do álbum, “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”, e o terceiro single, “I Knew You Were Trouble”, tornaram-se grandes sucessos da música pop e foram também as primeiras faixas de Taylor a figurarem o topo da Hot 100, maior parada musical do mundo. “Red” foi o segundo disco de Taylor a ser indicado à Álbum do Ano na premiação mais importante da indústria musical, o GRAMMY.… Expand
  36. SebastiaoBR
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Eu não sei você, mas eu estou me sentindo com 22
    Tudo vai ficar bem se você continuar perto de mim
    Você não me conhece, mas eu aposto que você quer
    Tudo vai ficar bem se nós apenas continuarmos dançando
    Dançando como se tivessemos 22 anos!!
  37. BrasilCitr
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    “Daydreaming About Real Life”
    “Sonhando acordada sobre a vida real”
    “When I Stopped Caring What You Tought”
    “Quando eu parei de me importar com o que você pensava”..
  38. KingStrok
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    Obra de arte. Red el cuarto álbum de estudio de la cantante y compositora estadounidense Taylor Swift, se lanzó el 22 de octubre de 2012 .
    16 canciones, compuestas la por la propia Taylor 10 de ellas, y en el resto contó con la colaboración de los compositores Dan Wilson, Max Martin, Shellback, Liz Rose, Jacknife Lee, Gary Lightbody, Ed Sheeran y Patrick Warren . álbum incluye    Obra de arte. Red el cuarto álbum de estudio de la cantante y compositora estadounidense Taylor Swift, se lanzó el 22 de octubre de 2012 .
    16 canciones, compuestas la por la propia Taylor 10 de ellas, y en el resto contó con la colaboración de los compositores Dan Wilson, Max Martin, Shellback, Liz Rose, Jacknife Lee, Gary Lightbody, Ed Sheeran y Patrick Warren . álbum incluye principalmente géneros tales como el country, el pop rock, el country pop, el pop, el country contemporáneo y el teen pop.    … Expand
  39. rickjung
    Jul 15, 2018
    10
    this album is pure art in everyday
    red is a masterpiece because it merges both genres
  40. Mark_Edward21
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    The album that clearly deserved the Grammy over Random Access Memories shows that the recording academy clearly did not understand Red as an entire body of art work ignoring Swift's explanation that they album was meant to show all the differing shades of red that heartbreak, anger, hate, love, devastation, lust, and excitement can represent. Slammed for not being "sonically cohesive" RedThe album that clearly deserved the Grammy over Random Access Memories shows that the recording academy clearly did not understand Red as an entire body of art work ignoring Swift's explanation that they album was meant to show all the differing shades of red that heartbreak, anger, hate, love, devastation, lust, and excitement can represent. Slammed for not being "sonically cohesive" Red was a terribly misunderstood album that brought on a first storm of hate for Swift as she transitioned into becoming a successful woman. All Too Well alone makes the album a 10/10 a song that whose production, song writing, and vocals that has made this song Swift's best song ever. With Songs like State of Grace, Red, Treacherous, I Almost Do, Holy Ground, and Begin Again, The Academy clearly made a mistake in their decision that any listener that has an ounce of taste should be disappointed with.… Expand
  41. Rafaelcampanhar
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Aí perfeito! Letras profundas que contam uma história, bem construído! Como sempre Taylor sabendo o que faz
  42. Arighun
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    ...Losing him was like blue like id never known Missing him was dark grey all alone...
    Such an amazing lyrics. Emotional tracks. Best country album!
  43. guvgeller
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Not sonically cohesive (as the singer herself says) but the best and well-executed body of work that really represents Taylor. She can go from catch-pop bops to melancholic country songs. The best “testing the water” work in the industry. Not a surprise that it’s one of the best of the decade.
  44. Galeidiba
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E mais uma vez Taylor Swift surpreende, desta vez expandindo barreiras, neste você consegue sentir com firmeza que o albúm quer te passar, a representação do amor vermelho ardente que existe nas composições, Taylor realmente se superou, as faixas All To Well e Begin Again são muito bem feitas e com certeza se tornam umas das maiores canções de sua carreira. Além disso a produção do albúm foi muito bem trabalhada, como se pode ver nas faixas State of Grace e Starlight, e suas notas em We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together e I Knew You Were Trouble estão de parabéns, essas duas músicas se tornaram hits bem memoráveis e que ficam na memória de todos como chiclete, fazendo assim o albúm inteira ficar marcado de trabalho duro e coerência, mais uma vez parabéns a Taylor Swift e sua equipe pelo grande albúm.

    NOTA 10!    … Expand
  45. XBR
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Taylor just took it to not just a next level, but to the peak of her career. Her best piece of work to date PERIOD.
  46. HUSAMO0_MO
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    A LYRICAL masterpiece. This album deserved much more attention and it deserved to win album of the year. This album is her best lyrical album to date
  47. kaycee141
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    Idk why everyone score it low. I LOVE THIS ALBUM. super nostalgic for me. And it's just FUN.
  48. eatingfries
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Just patiently waiting for Taylor to record all her albums again. Hope it will happen soon.
  49. rolce
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Swift utilizó su corazón roto para hacer este álbum. Los resultados son muy hermosos, sin duda refleja muy bien las emociones.
  50. dennnni
    Nov 5, 2012
    10
    I think Red is Taylor's most entertaining album by far. Many people accused Taylor of sounding the same for her past albums, now I think they can't say the same. She has definitely branched out a lot musically. Experimenting with dubstep, playing with pop, indie and rock, it is basically a buffet of genre choices and there is something inside that could appeal to each person. Not only didI think Red is Taylor's most entertaining album by far. Many people accused Taylor of sounding the same for her past albums, now I think they can't say the same. She has definitely branched out a lot musically. Experimenting with dubstep, playing with pop, indie and rock, it is basically a buffet of genre choices and there is something inside that could appeal to each person. Not only did she improve sonically, her lyrics and songwriting has grown sharper than ever. "Treacherous", "All Too Well" are great examples how Taylor has shown growth and maturity in her writing, evoking feelings that few can do with words in a song. Some may criticise her going into pop, but I think her pop songs are more brilliant than most you hear on radio. "22", despite sounding like a brainless pop piece meant for dancing round the bedroom at the surface, it actually conveys the confusing emotions young adults have and I don't think you can easily find a mainstream pop song with such lyrical detail. Even if this album may not be her best album, I think it bodes for more better things to come, hopefully refining her sound yet still keeping her versatility . Who knows, she may be the next Joni Mitchell.… Expand
  51. Waeell
    Oct 29, 2012
    10
    Left me speechless. I've been a swifty for a long time now. Well, there is no way anyone could compare "Red" to any of Taylor's previous albums (Speak Now, Fearless..) Because on this one, she tried to change her style a bit which should not be received negatively! She was just trying to spread her wings musically and I'm a huge fan of her courage. Red may not be as lyrically strong as itsLeft me speechless. I've been a swifty for a long time now. Well, there is no way anyone could compare "Red" to any of Taylor's previous albums (Speak Now, Fearless..) Because on this one, she tried to change her style a bit which should not be received negatively! She was just trying to spread her wings musically and I'm a huge fan of her courage. Red may not be as lyrically strong as its predecessors, but it's still so Goddamn good and people love it! I personally do. I Salute Taylor for doing such a flawless album. I salute her and I appreciate this new astonishment.. It's sexy, fun and beautifully-done ! Cheers !… Expand
  52. WaeelGhandouur
    Apr 5, 2013
    10
    Just awesome. We can't comment a lot. Every song on RED is worth a listen. Stand-outs: I Knew You Were Trouble, All Too Well and Begin Again. Well done Taylor. You proved, once again, that you're one of the best artists nowadays.
  53. mcardoso97
    May 2, 2013
    10
    This album is absolutely the best album that Taylor has ever done. She's very talented and even tho her voice is not very strong and powerful the way she composes her songs is brilliant. Once again congratulations Taylor Swit
  54. MariaSwift
    May 11, 2015
    10
    ÁLBUM DO SÉCULO REI DA DISCOGRAFIA JUNTO COM O SPEAK NOW DOIS REIS
    TAYLOR RAINHA NO COUNTRY E NO POP VÃO TER QUE ACEITAR A SUPREMACIA DA RAINHA
    MEU MUNDO
  55. enzoestrella
    Aug 1, 2017
    10
    Taylor Swift did very well on this album, with tracks with personality changes on each track, sad tracks other lively tracks anyway and one of the best 'albums I've ever heard, I particularly enjoy practically all of them besides being the best career album !!

    Iconic Album Best Career Album, Best Tracks Are 22, Starlight, Treacherous, The Lucky One !!
  56. RyanStan
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Uno de sus mejores álbumes definitivamente, combina perfecto el Country con el Pop.
    I've being spending the last eight months thinking all love ever does is break burn and end but on a Wednesday in a cafe I watched it beging again.
  57. abdeneem
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Red is Taylor Swift's best album omg, each and every songs are lyrically perfect and amazing, deserved to win album of the year at the grammys. All Too Well is a damn masterpiece.
  58. whoisvi13
    Oct 2, 2017
    10
    A MASTERPIECE PEOPLE, A FREAKING MASTERPIECE, GO LISTEN TO THIS GIFT FROM GOD CUZ HE MADE TAYLOR SWIFT TO PLEASE US TO MAKE US HAPPY, TAYLOR BABY I LOVE YOU you're the most talent piece of beautiful amazing thing
  59. MusicSaves
    Nov 28, 2017
    10
    Astonishing songwriting, her strongest by far. Sonically different than her previous albums yet not too drastic of a difference. Heartbreakingly beautiful.
  60. AndrewNeon
    Jun 23, 2020
    9
    A masterpiece. Full of emotions and story. Mature than speak now, lively than 1989
  61. RaisRai
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece! Red is the album of the decade, a really artistic album. The feelings here is just everything.
  62. MarvelousMel
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    An undeniably beloved album, RED is an instant classic. First hitting my eardrums during my freshman year of high school, this album is one I hold close to my heart, along with all of the memories of me during my very long awkward stage. I found out a lot about who I was during the few years until Taylor’s next project would drop, and RED was my steadfast companion on that journey. (IAn undeniably beloved album, RED is an instant classic. First hitting my eardrums during my freshman year of high school, this album is one I hold close to my heart, along with all of the memories of me during my very long awkward stage. I found out a lot about who I was during the few years until Taylor’s next project would drop, and RED was my steadfast companion on that journey. (I remember listening to it during PE’s hellish 2-mile runs, Taylor’s poppiest-country-album to-date cheering me on all the way until the color of my face matched the title of this album.)
    Taylor’s songwriting on this album continues to impress, with tracks like State of Grace, All Too Well, I Almost Do, The Last Time, Holy Ground, and The Lucky One being my major standouts, in this regard.
    I’ve seen fans state that RED is a fall-time album, and I think that I would agree. There’s a coziness about this album that makes you want to curl up in front of a fireplace with a blanket, a cup of tea, and some knitting needles as Taylor serenades you with some of her most well-written songs to-date.    … Expand
  63. speaknowtaylor
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. RED IS AN PERFECTLY. I LOVE HER N HER VOICE RED IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL ALBUM. YOU MUST LISTEN IT. lütfen yapma… Expand
  64. Ce-leguizamon
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Just my favorite albums from her. The ability to capture in the entire album, the concept of a breakup and the emotional ups and downs that pass through.
  65. AllVelvet
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    My favourite of all time. Totally deserved a Grammy. A masterpiece ahead of it's time.
  66. Davidsister
    Feb 19, 2021
    7
    Overall red is a very strong album. The production is amazing, specially in tracks with contrast between pop and country. My one problem with it is the amount of fillers in it! It’s a very long album with some of Taylor’s best work. But for every “All too well” there is a “Stay Stay Stay”. It just makes is a bit incohesive and a lot to take in.
  67. blankspacebaby
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Her best album yup yup. All too well remains her best track 5. I love how the album was "happy, free, confused and lonely at the same time". Although it's cohesive enough, it's still one of her best work. She really gave us one of the best album last decade.
  68. natnut
    Dec 14, 2012
    10
    Taylor Swift has showed with this album that she is a musical force that is here to stay. Her ability to capture her state of mind at a particular moment, match it with an insanely catchy melody and then allow listeners a glimpse of it while not being overly navel gazing or overly introspective is unmatched.

    Say what you will, her ability to churn out solid songs with frightening    Taylor Swift has showed with this album that she is a musical force that is here to stay. Her ability to capture her state of mind at a particular moment, match it with an insanely catchy melody and then allow listeners a glimpse of it while not being overly navel gazing or overly introspective is unmatched.

    Say what you will, her ability to churn out solid songs with frightening dependability will see her in good stead for years to come and ensure that she does not remain a footnote in music history.

    Those who decry her seemingly immature subject matter don't get it. Taylor is the consummate truth-teller in her songs. She does not put on a false persona or fake a situation in order for emo points. She tells her life in her lyrics and allows her listeners in on her private inner thought-life.    … Expand
  69. poelease22
    Oct 22, 2012
    10
    Fantastic album, reminds me of a female contemporary Paul Simon meets Bob Dylan meets Springsteen with a touch of Alanis Morrisette but in a Taylor Swift way. No one can write music like this girl. She is a class act!!! I love this album already, been listening to it all day. It's a definite lasting artwork. And if you're feeling iffy that it's different let it grow on you because it is aFantastic album, reminds me of a female contemporary Paul Simon meets Bob Dylan meets Springsteen with a touch of Alanis Morrisette but in a Taylor Swift way. No one can write music like this girl. She is a class act!!! I love this album already, been listening to it all day. It's a definite lasting artwork. And if you're feeling iffy that it's different let it grow on you because it is a masterpiece!!!!… Expand
  70. Safwan
    Nov 26, 2012
    10
    This album combines her best side of the country, with a touch of dub-step and pop, it makes this record so beautiful from the artwork, to the lyrics, HER BEST ALBUM!, I didn't like Taylor Swift, until I heard this, the vocals, the essence, the sound, the lyrics, makes this Album PERFECT!
  71. showmeone
    Nov 30, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift explores all the edges of music, and with this album, she's done it again, Red is one, if not the best album that I've heard in my entire life.… Expand
  72. David_R
    Feb 27, 2013
    10
    Album of the year!
    RED includes two or three weak songs, BUT there's 14 Amazing songs in there!
    State of grace, I almost do, All too well.... This album was absolutely one of the best albums of the year
  73. duldantas
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Red may be the smartest album made ​​by a girl of 20-22 years old, Lyrics by Swift are emotional you can feel what she wrote, Red starts with State of Grace a song which make the direction of the album as well as feelings of Swift, after is Red a song who she realize that she misses her ex boyfriend she can't move on cause he still burning red in her mind and heart, and then treacherous and i knew you were trouble just a s treacherous, i knew you were trouble is about a relationship with trouble guys, treacherous is the begin ikywt is the end, all too well is the center of album if you understand this song may you can understand the whole album. 22 song about her friends, because c'mon she's a beautiful girl she deserves have fun. i almost do, she still misses her ex but she starts realize that she needs move on so she decides that WE ARE NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER. but just as all the girls by 20-23 years old she still daydreaming about real love, the last time a song with intense vocals just embedded in the thematic of the song Vocals by Gary LightBody fell as a sleeve in this song, holy ground are the nicest song in this album, sad beautiful tragic are so sad but so intense it's just the start of begin the lucky one is when sh realize that she's became very famous but she still felts like a ordinary people then is everything has changed, starlight and begin again so we can see the new taylor swift more adult, sexy but still with a beautiful heart that delights many people.

    PS: the whole album has a hidden message, i'm not talking about of capital letters in his lyrics but the underlined words throughout the album. The Phrase are

    "Pro Love: Grace red t(r)each knew trouble well. 22 almost never ever stay, last holy sad lucky changed star again    … Expand
  74. liamjfisher
    Jun 28, 2014
    10
    RED
    The album is a blend of country, country pop and alternative songs.
    SHE IS STILL COUNTRY - every song has country influences and you can hear them. Country is defined as story telling and you learn so much about her life from the 19 songs (including Deluxe Version). People that slate this album aren't being fair. Its her 4th album and you cant expect her to stick just to country she    RED
    The album is a blend of country, country pop and alternative songs.
    SHE IS STILL COUNTRY - every song has country influences and you can hear them. Country is defined as story telling and you learn so much about her life from the 19 songs (including Deluxe Version). People that slate this album aren't being fair. Its her 4th album and you cant expect her to stick just to country she has to expand and grow as an artist and this album showcases her move into new country influenced genres.    … Expand
  75. conananana
    Nov 10, 2015
    9
    It is a great country-pop album! This song shows her going out of her comfort zone by doing songs that have a pop element to them but remain as country!

    Track-by-track review: State of Grace: 8.5/10 Red: 9/10 Treacherous: 8/10 I Knew You Were Trouble: 9/10 All too Well: 8/10 22: 9.5/10 I Almost Do: 8.5/10 We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together: 9/10 Stay Stay Stay: 9.5/10 The    It is a great country-pop album! This song shows her going out of her comfort zone by doing songs that have a pop element to them but remain as country!

    Track-by-track review:
    State of Grace: 8.5/10
    Red: 9/10
    Treacherous: 8/10
    I Knew You Were Trouble: 9/10
    All too Well: 8/10
    22: 9.5/10
    I Almost Do: 8.5/10
    We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together: 9/10
    Stay Stay Stay: 9.5/10
    The Last Time: 8/10
    Holy Ground: 8.5/10
    Sad Beautiful Tragic: 8/10
    The Lucky One: 8.5/10
    Everything has Changed: 9/10
    Starlight: 8.5/10
    Begin Again: 9/10
    The Moment I Knew: 8.5/10
    Come Back...Be Here: 8/10
    Girl At Home: 8.5/10

    Highlights: Red, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Stay Stay Stay, Begin Again    … Expand
  76. lanceconnor07
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Another record that proves that not only Ms. Swift is a legendary lyricist, but is also one that's able to reach different types of audience and speak for them in a way that Taylor Swift can only do. Red is an emotional roller coaster that brings you into it's dark, glamouring and sad world that leaves you feeling Red, which is Taylor's main goal.
  77. TheShadyCritic
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    Taylor Swift has proved herself to be a renowned and talented songwriter as well as singer in this truly remarkable album. Every track tells a story, the production of each track is touched with a gentle Pop-feel to it, and the lyricism for the most part is hands-down phenomenal.
  78. lannisterswift
    Aug 19, 2019
    10
    Her best album. A lyrical masterpiece. Blends genres seamlessly and conveys every human emotion in a tight sixteen-song package, United with a motif of the foot red.
  79. roghort
    Jul 23, 2019
    10
    RED é em muitos níveis de longe o trabalho mais íntimo e sincero de Taylor.
  80. ninnasayers
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    i don’t know a better album,i love the lyrics and how cohesive it is. i would say I’m surprised but it’s Taylor Swift
  81. Johansnav
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    Start using new sounds makes this album even better. This is a country album and alson has some dubstep influence and classic pop sound, with deep lyrics and an amazing production.
  82. lustforlifes
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    i love the album so much, it's beautiful both lyrically and sonically. red deserved a grammy.
  83. Meteus
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    Red tem músicas bem escritas, um vocal maravilho, melodias marcantes fora o instrumental que tá maravilhoso.
  84. bibiv
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s best album, all too well biggest masterpiece anyone have ever written and also the other lyrics are not far behind. Music with meaning.
  85. tried
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ótimo! um álbum que marca muito a identidade de taylor swift como uma boa compositora e produtora, letras marcadas por metáforas bem pensadas e instrumentais que remetem a fúria e a angústia de swift, apenas acho que tem algumas transições desnecessárias, como 'all too well' para '22', mas isso não altera o resultado final, de um álbum excelente sobre como o amor pode ser uma cicatriz queótimo! um álbum que marca muito a identidade de taylor swift como uma boa compositora e produtora, letras marcadas por metáforas bem pensadas e instrumentais que remetem a fúria e a angústia de swift, apenas acho que tem algumas transições desnecessárias, como 'all too well' para '22', mas isso não altera o resultado final, de um álbum excelente sobre como o amor pode ser uma cicatriz que nunca se fecha, mas também, como pode te elevar a epifania… Expand
  86. Aadithya_H
    Dec 24, 2020
    9
    The crowning jewel of her entire discography, a beautiful album combining various elements to create soft ballads that are beautiful and emotional, to pop bops you can dance to!
  87. Iucasbenevides
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    incrível! esse álbum sempre vai envelhecer como um vinho. A nostalgia que transmite é de outro mundo
  88. bannywck
    Nov 12, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great effort and full of surprise! Heart-touching country ballad - like I ALMOST DO and BEGIN AGAIN; The song with the best lyrics (descriptive/narrative) - like ALL TOO WELL; Funny country song - like STAY STAY STAY; Best country-pop stuff (a good combination of Country music and Pop/Rock music) - like RED; Good Duet - like EVERYTHING HAS CHANGED; Surprising breakthrough - like I KNEW YOU WERE TROUBLE and WE ARE NEVER EVER GETTING BACK TOGETHER.… Expand
  89. swiftyPT
    Oct 27, 2012
    10
    I'm a hugeeee Taylor Swift's fan. I love all her work, this album is spectacular and have some of the most beautiful lyrics I've ever heard such as 'All Too Well' and "Come Back... Be Here". This album is such a huge risk for Taylor, she's so perfectionist and it shows, this is a five stars album. Thank you Taylor.
  90. joeyfeir
    Oct 27, 2012
    8
    This is a good follow-up to speak now. It may not be a big leap forward but an advance, nonetheless.The mix of different musical styles make the album sound fresh with every play. And Taylor's voice is beginning to show an enormous potential for other, more demanding pieces in the future. If you're not a fan and just a pop music enthusiast, Red will satisfy auditory senses. An enjoyableThis is a good follow-up to speak now. It may not be a big leap forward but an advance, nonetheless.The mix of different musical styles make the album sound fresh with every play. And Taylor's voice is beginning to show an enormous potential for other, more demanding pieces in the future. If you're not a fan and just a pop music enthusiast, Red will satisfy auditory senses. An enjoyable piece of pop. Red is a winner.… Expand
  91. Elis
    Oct 28, 2012
    9
    I wasn't sold at first and was a bit confused by the randomness of style from track to track. But somehow this album grew on me. After listening to it a couple times there's a coherence to the story she's telling here. I would like to see her ditch Max Martin though... She shines much brighter when her songs are her own. I like it. And I'm not usually drawn to sugary pop, and will be muchI wasn't sold at first and was a bit confused by the randomness of style from track to track. But somehow this album grew on me. After listening to it a couple times there's a coherence to the story she's telling here. I would like to see her ditch Max Martin though... She shines much brighter when her songs are her own. I like it. And I'm not usually drawn to sugary pop, and will be much happier listening to the likes of Bon Iver, but there's something in Taylor's music that holds me captivated.… Expand
  92. iamjmr0014
    Nov 16, 2012
    9
    I love how Taylor Swift step out from her comfort zone and experimented other genres. She delivered catchy and sure-to-be-hit pop songs and at the same time beautiful classic country tracks. But for me, although Red is another excellent album from Taylor Swift, Speak Now remains her best album.
  93. Music_Lover
    Nov 19, 2012
    10
    this was a really good listen, and I am actually going to buy this album and then make sure I listen to her past albums as well because I
  94. Shashatha8601
    Aug 16, 2013
    10
    Taylor Swift's best album to date! This album has more Genres than her usual Country music. Starting with Begin Again, which was one of the best songs of the album. Then "We are never getting back together" another awesome song. My favorite is "Red" song, even though critics say Taylor Swift is not good for pop rock, I found that song to be incredible!
  95. GypsyRose
    Mar 19, 2013
    9
    Speak Now showed that Taylor Swift was becoming one of the strongest songwriters in the business and Red takes her further along this journey. Red is is not as consistent as Speak Now, but the compensation for this is that the good tracks on Red are the best that Swift has ever written. All Too Well is her masterpiece, a strong ballad that tells an intricate story of a love that flamesSpeak Now showed that Taylor Swift was becoming one of the strongest songwriters in the business and Red takes her further along this journey. Red is is not as consistent as Speak Now, but the compensation for this is that the good tracks on Red are the best that Swift has ever written. All Too Well is her masterpiece, a strong ballad that tells an intricate story of a love that flames quickly and dies. State of Grace shows Swift getting experimental; many reviewers have compared this song to U2 and the driving drum beat and strong lyrics make it a standout (also check out the acoustic version on the deluxe album simply gorgeous). Treacherous is probably as sensual as Swift is ever going to get in a song; she sings about being enthralled by a lover over warm-sounding guitar strings. Holy Ground rocks and is probably the happiest break-up song you're ever likely to hear.

    These are the songs that are instantly infectious, but there are many other tracks that grow on you over time. I Almost Do, Sad Beautiful Tragic and Begin Again are filled with emotion and Stay Stay Stay and Starlight never fail to raise a smile.

    Like any still-young artist should, Swift tries out many musical styles on Red, seeing what fits. The three pop Max Martin singles that have been released are misleading they're Swift's only forays into pure pop. They work well enough at lightening up the album at the right moments (We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together seems smarter when paired with I Almost Do the two songs explore different reactions to the same problem) but they're not representative of the whole album at all. The rest of Red contains a mix of rock, acoustic/folk and country. If you appreciate a strong melody, good instrumentals and old-fashioned songwriting that tells three minute stories with each song, you'll find so much to enjoy about Red.    … Expand
  96. fillesy
    Apr 8, 2013
    10
    Taylor Swift despite how "in" it is to hate her proves once again that she is one of the most talented songwriters/composers of our time. There is not a single song on this album that I would even consider mediocre, they are all exceptional. While Ms. Swift might be a bit overexposed by all the not-so-successful relationships she had in recent times, it does not take away from theTaylor Swift despite how "in" it is to hate her proves once again that she is one of the most talented songwriters/composers of our time. There is not a single song on this album that I would even consider mediocre, they are all exceptional. While Ms. Swift might be a bit overexposed by all the not-so-successful relationships she had in recent times, it does not take away from the quality of this album at all. She writes about her life, her experiences and it si shared by millions of your girls all over the world. I'm amazed that despite being a 36 yrs old divorced "grown up" man, I am also in love with this album and the feeling of youth, love that it radiates.… Expand
  97. Swift1883
    Jul 30, 2013
    10
    Red is just further confirmation that Taylor Swift is one of the greatest singer songwriters in the world today. What I find amazing is that almost every song on every album could be a hit single and those included on this latest offering are no different. Personally I couldn't care less whether a song is deemed country or pop, a great song is a great song and Red is full of great songs.Red is just further confirmation that Taylor Swift is one of the greatest singer songwriters in the world today. What I find amazing is that almost every song on every album could be a hit single and those included on this latest offering are no different. Personally I couldn't care less whether a song is deemed country or pop, a great song is a great song and Red is full of great songs. Taylor has written more amazing songs at 22 than most do in a lifetime. Of course Taylor isn't just an incredible songwriter she's also an incredible singer which means Red, like her previous offerings, is a must have album.… Expand
  98. daveml
    Oct 8, 2013
    10
    This left me really speechless... I must be honest that speak now is a little better than this. Nevertheless, this is a stupendous album made by a talented young artist. Despite the shift from country to pop, I still love this album. Bravo, taylor!
  99. altonio
    May 24, 2014
    10
    An amazing record, really perfect songwriting, deep lyrics, and 3 or 4 catchy songs. This album has everything you need in an album. The best songs are Treacherous, Begin Again, Holy Ground and All Too Well.
  100. JuliaCarvalho
    May 31, 2014
    10
    Fantástico. É possível perceber claramente o amadurecimento dela em relação aos álbuns anteriores, e isso é incrível. As pessoas que não gostam do álbum provavelmente sequer o ouviram com sentiram as letras das músicas. São divertidas, emocionantes, agradáveis. São felizes, livres, confusas e solitárias. Sinta a música sem nenhum preceito, é isso que este álbum nos traz.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Sputnikmusic
    Jan 23, 2013
    80
    Hearing Taylor Swift sing makes you remember these things, how you can wax poetic one day about the efficacy of love to change lives permanently for the better, and the next rail about how love leads only to pain and heartache.
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  2. Expert Witness (MSN Music)
    Nov 13, 2012
    91
    I like the feisty ones, as I generally do. But "Begin Again" and especially "Stay Stay Stay" stay happy and hit just as hard.
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  3. PopMatters
    Oct 31, 2012
    60
    More varied in its offerings, but also more disjointed than her previous work, Red sounds like a transitional album for Swift.
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