• Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Dec 11, 2020
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  1. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Apart from being a fantastic Side B to Folklore, Evermore proves itself to be a masterful compilation of tales and impressionist ideas located deep in Swift's head, personified. It is the tail to Folklore's head. It is a Kamala Harris to Folklore's Joe Biden.
  2. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Albun of the Year Grammy's 2022. I think this is one of the best albums i've ever heard.
  3. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    taylor conseguiu!! evermore é uma continuação mais que perfeita para o folklore.
  4. Nov 19, 2021
    8
    The Folklore’s little brother, this is amazing too, good sound, great album.
  5. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    ela eh o momento caras, nao tem pra ninguem! amo! lenda demais. a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
  6. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Second part of folklore trilogy is here. Tay never disappoints us. She's the best.
  7. Mar 1, 2021
    10
    She is a queen she is the moment evermore is the best album ever yup ended BTS’nnnnnn
  8. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album reflects folkore in a different perspective. New themes and new stories waiting for you in this album. It's a grower like folklore. I don't know which one is more beautiful cz it's not even 12 hours of this album.
  9. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Folklore raised the bar for Taylor's upcoming albums and Evermore passed with flying colours on the test.
  10. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    taylor, again, shows how an amazing songwriter she is! I love her so much that it’s impossible to describe it!
  11. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    the 2nd best album of 2020, comparing with folklore it have the best songs, it may be not 100% cohesive, but individually he have the best songs
  12. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    parabéns Taylor, novamente você se mostrou uma artista versátil e que está sempre saindo a zona de conforto para trazer o melhor.
  13. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Álbum impecável! Que surpresa gostosa e feliz... não esperava ser surpreendido tão cedo por uma delícia tão melódica mente dramática e angustiante, com pitadas excêntricas e notas bem humoradas, além de ser líricamente surpreendente e alegre.
    Como Swift menso disse, é claramente a irmã mais nova e arrisco dizer mais madura do folklore.
  14. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    One of taylor’s best albums, and an amazing continuation to folklore. She outdid herself
  15. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Assim como no folklore, nossa Taylor consegue se sobressair no "evermore". O álbum é simplesmente impecável, a forma, o conceito e a melodia andam de mãos dadas. Não é pelo motivo de ser fã dela, mas nossa fave a cada vez que ressurge no mundo da música, é nítida a evolução. Taylor Swift é a indústria da música!!!
  16. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Un excelente álbum por parte de Tay, una lírica hermosa, buenos sonidos y la voz de Taylor cada vez es mejor! Definitivamente uno de sus mejores álbumes con joyas como Willow, gold rush, champagne problems, right where you left me y Dorothea!
  17. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A once in a lifetime album. My favourite of the year. Currently it's getting overshadowed it's giant predecessor but in a few years people will realize it's worth and deem it her best record up to this point of her career because I'm pretty sure there are more great things to come. Expand
  18. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen
  19. A66
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor did it again, a perfect masterpiece, the storytelling is what Taylor was made for, she has the power and the ability to create worlds where in these moments you can lose yourself in them. Thank you, Taylor.
  20. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    She topped folklore! Really beautiful. Would recommend soaking in it. Taylor Swift really sabed 2020
  21. Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Perfection sums it up.
    P.S. isn't is so stupid how most of her negative reviews are people sayings nice things about the album who forgot to set a score? people are that dumb.
  22. Dec 14, 2020
    10
    O irmão caçula do folklore não poderia ser inferior em nada. A Taylor entregou simplesmente tudo com evermore, um álbum gostoso pra ouvir a todo momento. Recomendo!!!
  23. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    melancholy, sensitive and brilliant.
    After the brilliant Folklore, we received a precise and extremely polished diamond. Once again Swift spoiled one of the year's best raw materials
  24. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I don't know how she keeps doing it, but album after album is a masterpiece, i love it and her. This is full of beautiful songs that are a flawless follow up to folklore
  25. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is just amazing! Taylor gave more happy songs to the fans who love them but still kept the slower ones. It’s a nice way to continue folklore’s storyline.
  26. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    All I can say is She's always giving us the best I love both folklore and Evermore
  27. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Degna sorella di folklore. Taylor ha trasmesso tutto il suo amore per la musica ancora una volta.
  28. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito, como tudo que você faz!
    Obrigado por salvar 2020 outra vez.
  29. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    brilliant, beautiful, soulfull, lyrical materpiece, the artist of the decade at her greatest.
  30. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Foda.
    Espetacular.
    História.
    Sentimentos.
    Melodias.
    Produções.
    Tudo que um álbum necessita.
  31. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    the perfect continuation for what she started with folklore. this album is everything I needed to end this year and I didn't know that. Thank you Taylor, love you forever.
  32. Dec 14, 2020
    10
    With 'evermore' Taylor takes what she built with 'folklore' and ran with it. It very clearly is a companion album to 'folklore' (as Swift stated on social media that it would be) but feels like its own work apart from folklore as well. With a lengthy album such as this, it can be easy to feel bored or lost toward the end; but not with 'evermore'. Taylor makes this hour long album feel likeWith 'evermore' Taylor takes what she built with 'folklore' and ran with it. It very clearly is a companion album to 'folklore' (as Swift stated on social media that it would be) but feels like its own work apart from folklore as well. With a lengthy album such as this, it can be easy to feel bored or lost toward the end; but not with 'evermore'. Taylor makes this hour long album feel like only 5 minutes; as soon as its over i'm itching to play it again. It is everything its magnificent predecessor lacked: much variety, more melodic tunes while still keeping the masterful storytelling of folklore. Expand
  33. 145
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    An album that need more listens to be fully understood, made as a gift to fans to celebrate her 31 birthday. This is a Taylor not more interested in chart performances or commercial success: it’s more a cottagecore Taylor with the need to tell stories.
  34. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Love it, thank you Taylor... My favorites are willow, evermore, ivy and tolerate it
  35. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Another magical experience that takes you on a journey with every song! Taylor Swift has such a way with words that I find myself loving the album more and more every time I listen to it. Her storytelling skills are unmatched and she delivers every time she puts out an album. She can only go up from here!
  36. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so much. It brought me to the world of literature and poem. omg it is like a warmth in the heart Expand
  37. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album just proves that Taylor Swift is a master in creating, she was born to create and imagine, her songwriting snd storytelling is otherworldly but she also proves she is already a legend snd has nothing to prove, she just makes art without having any other factor in count, she is one of the geniuses of our time
  38. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Such as a beautiful album, cotinueat thematically as amazing as folklore, telling us beautiful stories
  39. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is yet another masterpiece from the greatest songwriter of our generation. Taylor Swifts creates a new world for our ears full of poetry, different representations of love and the amazing lyrics we are all used to since her first record, an album that is clearly not made for mainstream audiences but for her beloved and unconditional fans but thanks to her star power it willThis album is yet another masterpiece from the greatest songwriter of our generation. Taylor Swifts creates a new world for our ears full of poetry, different representations of love and the amazing lyrics we are all used to since her first record, an album that is clearly not made for mainstream audiences but for her beloved and unconditional fans but thanks to her star power it will become another one of her big successes. Expand
  40. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Just when you thought she cant top folklore she released this masterpiece!!!!!
  41. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La forma en la Taylor hizo un álbum más experimental en el género es impresionante Expand
  42. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Lirically deep, this album goes further than folklore in creating stories, but stays in that line that characterizes both albums, simply wonderful
  43. Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Taylor Swift is the best when it comes to compositions, her melodies are beautiful. Certainly Evermore is the younger brother of the incredible Folklore.
  44. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    How does she do it? With every album she continues to surprise us and top the previous record. She’s truly a mad woman.
  45. Dec 12, 2020
    9
    the brother of folklore was born and is more narrative EVERMORE gives a feeling of comfort, its sounds although similar to those of its predecessor folklore brings something more narrative stories I highlight the song No Body, No Crime (with Haim) I loved it
  46. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor really outdoes himself with every album he releases, this masterpiece is pure art and I can't ask for more of it
  47. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    ela nunca erra, em menos de 1 ano ja serviu outro álbum perfeito, taylor swift você é a maior mesmo
  48. Dec 13, 2020
    10
    This album is the most incredible of Taylor. Taylor Alison Swift thank you so much.
  49. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore is one of the best albums released this year along with her sister record, folklore! evermore, again, proved that Taylor Swift can create a masterpiece anytime she wants to. It’s a superb album so i’m giving it 10/10!!
  50. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing!!! 2020 was the year for TayTay. I Love this album. just so good and so true.
  51. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    She is The Music Industry. Taylor continua em um universo lindo e mágico que criou maravilhosamente
  52. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore is not just an album, it is a cultural reset, the oxygen you breathe, it's a lifestyle, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves, its an art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted
  53. Dec 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most amazing albums of all time!!! Her lyricism is beyond anything I could’ve ever dreamed of!! Expand
  54. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    You would never know folklore needed a sister until you hear evermore. And of course, it is a gem, as always.
  55. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    As a sister album to folklore, it doesn't disappoint and adds more spice to it
  56. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It' s **** one of the greatest Taylor's album. I have already replayed it thousand times
  57. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    A sequel to our incredible escapade into the confined brain of Taylor Swift. Even further in her mind we see how the magic of her writing is born, and it's just beautiful!
  58. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The album is the perfect chapter 2 to the beautiful world of folklore. Evermore.
  59. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For Taylor Swift, 2020 was a year full of unexpected leaps. She showed that in July, when she dropped the homespun Folklore; she confirmed it again last month, when she released the documentary The Long Pond Studio Sessions and that film's attendant live album. And she demonstrated it once more on Thursday morning, when she announced her ninth full-length and Folklore's "sister record," Evermore.


    Folklore was a surprise on multiple levels: It was announced about 18 hours before its release; the collaborators she brought into the fold, including Aaron Dessner of the cognoscenti-beloved rockers the National, added dimensions to the sounds surrounding her already-formidable storytelling; and those stories focused on new characters, whether weary frontline workers or love-possessed teenagers. Evermore, recorded in the wake of Folklore after Swift "just kept writing," offers a different kind of revelation: It expands on its predecessor's promise in thrilling ways, with Swift cracking open her universe of subjects and following musical ideas to serendipitous places.

    Swift's lyric-writing abilities feel leveled-up on Evermore, its characters drawn in pointillistic detail. The gently weepy busted-engagement lament "Champagne Problems" opens with the couplet "You booked the night train for a reason/ So you could sit there in this hurt," a knifepoint depiction of someone looking to escape from themselves, and not just their situation. The luminous "'Tis the Damn Season" flips the seasonal-song script, Swift unspooling the story of a home-for-the-holidays fling amidst guitars that swirl like Hallmark-movie snowflakes. "Long Story Short" glances down the darker alleys branching off memory lane, its crisp beat turning its look back at the bad times into a shudder and its final line — "long story short, I survived" — into a sigh of relief. "Cowboy Like Me" depicts two con artists' slip-slide into romance, its sweet guitars and stray harmonica riffs adding a candlelit glow to its love story.


    Similarly, the musical risks on Evermore are bigger, both in scope and in payoff. "Tolerate It," a masterful portrayal of a marriage trapped in a downward spiral behind its smooth façade, mines extra tension from a rhythmic structure that echoes its lyrics' keeping-up-appearances anxiety — particularly when Swift growls "While you were out building other worlds, where was I?" on the bridge, syllables tumbling out at the speed of thought. "Marjorie," which honors the wisdom of Swift's grandmother Marjorie Finlay, uses a recording of the late opera singer as a counterpoint to Swift whisper-singing, "And if I didn't know better/ I'd think you were singing to me now," near the song's end; Finlay's fluttery soprano hovers above buzzing strings and synths, giving life to Swift's hunch. The title track, which closes the album, brings Justin Vernon of Bon Iver back to the forefront (he plays and supplies backing vocals elsewhere) for a musical representation of love bringing someone back from the brink, with Vernon's ghostly wail rising from the increasingly tumultuous music and ultimately serving as Swift's anchor. And then there's "No Body, No Crime," the collaboration with longtime Swift pals HAIM. An updated murder ballad — the honky-tonk's replaced by an Olive Garden, and at one point Danielle Haim punctuates Swift's claim of plausible deniability with a deadpan "she was with me, dude" — it's a callback to Swift's country roots that illuminates her growth as a songwriter since her debut full-length came out 14 years ago. "I have no idea what will come next," Swift wrote in a statement accompanying Evermore's release — something that observers could have said about what to expect from the singer had they been asked before they headed to bed on Wednesday night. That's probably for the best, though: Freedom from expectations has, both with this album and its predecessor, led to Swift's leaps giving new heights to her already-pretty-skyscraping career. A

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  60. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This is the best album since Folklore. Taylor was much more productive than we imagine
  61. Jun 21, 2021
    10
    Only Taylor Swift can go ahead and do better on her own stories, lyrics and melodies! It's sonically different, heart-touching and lyrically one of her best work!
  62. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift once again shows his power with his music. Song more perfect. With extraordinary melodies and impeccable lyrics.
  63. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Lo volvió a hacer en este año, nos trajo arte y nos dio confort en otro album, I Love it ❤
  64. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Once again Taylor did everything, she made 2020 a better year, i dont wanna leave this escapism nevermore.
  65. M16
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is beautiful and poetic, I have no words to discover what it made me feel. My skin prickled, it's the best feeling in the world. Taylor Swift manages to captivate you in the first seconds... Expand
  66. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor once again proved why her songwriting is her own unique superpower and makes her shine in the music industry. The melancholy with such personal lyricism turns this album in a special work that do the exactly thing music should always do: connect people as create identification.
  67. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Esta segunda parte trae un lado diferente de Folklore, es hermoso, una continuación inesperada pero excelente!!
  68. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I was truly shocked- until now, to be honest.
    This is because Taylor is really showing her ability to write a song, I did not even know how will she reach new heights of songwriting after “folklore”ー but she managed to do that. She truly deserves a credit for that.
  69. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It's a masterpiece! evermore makes me smile, and cry, made me dance and scream. Made me feel like im in the top of the world and dust in the wind at the same time. So glad you exist Taylor Swift. I LOVE YOU ♡
  70. Mar 21, 2021
    10
    Swift touches on so much more – nuanced acts of forgiveness, complex personal histories, the ability to visualize and know how a person can look in different shades of light. No doubt Swift is still the master of writing a spiteful kiss-off, but the songs of Evermore are a welcomed step in a more mature direction.
  71. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is already making the end of the year better. Her over the top lyrics, her storytelling, her breathy vocal delivery and voice layers are wondrous! I needed this album so much.
  72. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Excellent album. So good that it's gave different vibe from folklore. Her artistry never stop growing. Even with the same genre as folklore but this album come out as a more happier and catchy version with folklore as a more sad and quiet album.
  73. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    As always, Taylor Swift delivering perfect lyrics, incredible stories and music videos! The feats on the album make it even more perfect.
  74. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    absolutely stunning. folklore was amazing, but this is even better in my opinion :)
  75. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This surprise album felt like even more of a surprise than folklore...an absolutely amazing and necessary album whose era I was not willing to let go of. Until evermore. This album is a lyrical masterpiece, beautifully crafted, with a few returns to country Taylor and pop Taylor.
  76. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Similar to folklore but different at the same time. Evermore has its own identidy and that's why it's pure perfection
  77. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Love this album it’s perfect! She is so wise in the letters aaaah!! This is less then folklore but have the best music of taylor in this year
  78. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Another win for Taylor’s songwriting. The vivid storytelling and narrative already explored in folklore shines just as bright in evermore
  79. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Emotional. Phenomenal. Heart-wrenching. As expected. Absolutely love the tie ins with her sister album folklore - makes the listening experience so much more fun. Love you, Taylor.
  80. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    it’s a really good album, i’m surprise fir the talent of miss Swift. She is the music industry
  81. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It's an incredible album, one of the best of ts ydjdjdjdjdjdjjdjdjdjdjdjdjdjjd
  82. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    masterpiece. the lyrics are out of this world. she never disappoints !! congratulations on making once again the album of the year
  83. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    best taylor album to date, I love her so much jdsnekemeksksnekekwkwjsjsjsisisosiwkenthwisishtheowpsortrnwjrndneksosndwuandindotmnwannanik stroemsndksksnsntheonbenbeem
  84. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    A Swift conseguiu nos entregar mais uma obra prima, agora com uma pitada a mais de pop se comparamos com o antecessor. O álbum traz graciosidade, energia e misticismo. É o segundo melhor álbum do ano, só fica atrás do Folklore, também da Taylor.
  85. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    such a masterpiece, a cohesive continuation of folklore. Everything feels so ethereal and the album is full of metaphors. Such a poetic piece of art.
  86. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The duology counties as Taylor Swift said. folklore represents spring and summer while evermore represents autumn and winter. The lyrics are so poetical more than Swift have ever done before. Production of evermore is incredible that I can’t ever describe it. Swift’s sweet vocals shines through the whole album. Also, especially HAIM and The National and Bon Iver collaborations are amazing.
  87. Mar 20, 2021
    10
    um dos melhores álbuns da taylor ❤️ coeso e complementar a obra prima que é o folklore
  88. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente esplêndido! Só Taylor Swift para superar Taylor Swift! Folklore e evermore se completam de um jeito único e mágico!
  89. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore isn’t just an album, its a cultural reset, its the oxygen you breathe, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world, its art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted
  90. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This is a lockdown masterpiece, in this time of cruel-some, we need an album like this, an album who makes comfortable, and felicity in every facets of our life. 1000/10.
  91. Dec 15, 2020
    10
    folklore's older sister, evermore - an album that dives deep in its stories and harmonies through Taylor Swift's amazing storytelling and new-found music style. Most songs, in its deepest context are about growth and maturity of oneself over relationships which values and highlights self actualization of how yourself, people, and things were or are supposed to be. I've always asked myselffolklore's older sister, evermore - an album that dives deep in its stories and harmonies through Taylor Swift's amazing storytelling and new-found music style. Most songs, in its deepest context are about growth and maturity of oneself over relationships which values and highlights self actualization of how yourself, people, and things were or are supposed to be. I've always asked myself how can Taylor Swift out-do folklore, and this album just answered my question. Expand
  92. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Two albums in one year and they're only getting better! She's the best thing to happen to music this decade.
  93. Sep 16, 2021
    10
    This album should be illegal, I love it so much, cuz I went thru a literal heartbreak for months, and tracks like “gold rush”, “tis the damn season” and especially “tolerate it” really helped me through it.
  94. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    taylor swift does it again. album of the year. oh wait. folklore and evermore are the albums of the year. taylor swift IS the music industry
  95. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album already owned my life, the story, the message, the way it talk to me sincerely as if it's my own story. It made me cry a river the whole of my journey listening to it, it's really one hell of a ride. I love this album so much!
  96. Jan 1, 2021
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before
  97. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    After going through some things recently, this has really lifted me up. Taylor Swift's angelic, soothing vocals and the sonically pleasing instrumental makes me feel chills throughout every song. Listening to 'evermore', you sense the sister connection to 'folklore' but know it sets it's own path in Taylor's discography.
  98. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is so perfect, she just did the second album of the year. I'm so excited for this chapter called: evermore!
  99. Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Amazing Album.
    Se siete un gran cambio en la música de Taylor Swift, todo lo que hace es con amor, dedicación y esfuerzo para dar excelentes resultados.
    Nunca nos decepciona la titán del pop Taymundial dueña del planeta así es.
  100. Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
Metascore
85

Universal acclaim - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Uncut
    Jan 12, 2021
    80
    It is without question a wintering record, but out of this muted musical landscape songs of great and complex beauty emerge. [Mar 2021, p.34]
  2. Dec 31, 2020
    80
    Even though we get a catchy moment of goofy, snarling country midway through, the album is a result of the emotional clarity that a year in quarantine provided. Swift has written about curdling relationships splendidly in the past, but there's a new dimension to her writing that wasn’t there before. Onward.
  3. Dec 22, 2020
    80
    The pandemic seems to have freed her, given her the space to breathe, and has allowed her to produce her most elegant and sophisticated work to date.