folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. Christiandiaz13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is that thing I never ever thought needed hear. The melancholy is one of the sensations I most love and this masterpiece is full of melancholy. I'M SO EXCITED FOR #folklore. Now is out and I love it from beginning to the end. Sending love to you.
  2. nanidesuka
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    taylor's ability to display her songwriting skill and her growth as an artist really shines through in this album. every track is so beautifully written, and takes you on a wild roller coaster journey that are filled with amazing lyrics and great storytelling which imprint so many wonderful imageries into your head as you listen to it . definitely something we all need, especially duringtaylor's ability to display her songwriting skill and her growth as an artist really shines through in this album. every track is so beautifully written, and takes you on a wild roller coaster journey that are filled with amazing lyrics and great storytelling which imprint so many wonderful imageries into your head as you listen to it . definitely something we all need, especially during this pandemic. love every track on this, so beautifully well done. this album has now made me appreciate genres like alternative and indie. there're so much i have to explore in these genres, and it all thanks to taylor.… Expand
  3. Ali9841
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It was amazing, haunting and sad and tragic in the best way. Her best album to date
  4. xshelterz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Album muito bem pensado, pode-se dizer um dos melhores do século. Ótima musicalidade e letras impecáveis. Taylor Swift mostra o porquê foi premiada como principal artista da década passada, além de estar na lista dos melhores compositores do século segundo Billboard.
  5. Kevynfarnum
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    With no doubt, this is Taylor's most mature album. This album is part of a phase in her life when charts or streams don't matter so much anymore, she simply wants to convey her true feelings and be sincere. This is not an album made for the vast majority, but for a specific audience, which makes the album more and more precious. The instruments chosen could not have been better. TheWith no doubt, this is Taylor's most mature album. This album is part of a phase in her life when charts or streams don't matter so much anymore, she simply wants to convey her true feelings and be sincere. This is not an album made for the vast majority, but for a specific audience, which makes the album more and more precious. The instruments chosen could not have been better. The melody, harmony and rhythm are perfectly intertwined. The characters created and developed in the story are simply incredible. And the lyrics, as always, do not disappoint. On the contrary, they surprise us again with maturity.… Expand
  6. crisputation
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her most mature and sonically cohesive body of work. I'm proud of her. From Country to pop to indie.
  7. sophi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Always been a Taylor fan since she released her first album. It's been so interesting to see her songwriting grow and evolve and no matter what she was producing I always listened to her lyrics. While with her last albums there were definite highs, there were some songs where it felt like she was pandering to what she believed the masses wanted. With this new album, she has confidentlyAlways been a Taylor fan since she released her first album. It's been so interesting to see her songwriting grow and evolve and no matter what she was producing I always listened to her lyrics. While with her last albums there were definite highs, there were some songs where it felt like she was pandering to what she believed the masses wanted. With this new album, she has confidently settled into herself. The lyrics and melodies are the strongest and most moving she's ever written. She deftly writes from multiple points of views, weaving stories and capturing nostalgia so perfectly it will make you want to cry. This feels like an album she wrote freely for herself solely based on what she wanted to write.… Expand
  8. niki_ringel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The songwriting is phenomenal. Folklore is a work of art. The lyricism, production, and vocals are all flawless. A literal masterpiece.
  9. Adrianomor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un excelente álbum, muy buenas letras, la producción es fantástica, muy diferente a sus otros álbumes pop, tal vez no les guste porque no están acostumbrados a este tipo de música. Buen álbum
  10. yenniestan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is her best album since "Red". I can't believe she did that. I loved every single song.
  11. m1guel4ngel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Art ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  12. MojicaEdgar
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift brings us the best version of herself, her new transition confirms that she can conquer various genres and make them her own, "She is the music industry".… Expand
  13. Luis1513
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de su carrera. Miss Swift demuestra sus letras más maduras y en donde experimenta con un nuevo género musical
  14. Bray1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Swift dejó de lado sus pop comercial de sus trabajos anteriores, para darnos su hermoso arte reflexivo en medio de la cuarentena, y los fans estamos agradecidos con ella.
  15. killing
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El álbum tiene una producción increíble, letras con una narrativa diferente a la usual en Taylor, y en varias ocasiones me vi sorprendida por su creatividad y su manera de contar historias, simplemente increíble.
  16. tyrelle
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Album of the year!!!!!! I love everything in this album. It is perfect!!!!!
  17. eeknayr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    By far, Folklore is Taylor's best album to date. Exploring a new style, Taylor Swift has created pure art during a time that we needed it the most. This album is a defining moment in her discography and will be cherished by both fans of Swift and fans of music for many years to come.
  18. nilskiandy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely her best album lyrically and vocally, the way she tells stories of different characters to portray her emotions is just so enchanting and haunting. It would always give you chills upon listening and realizing the connections of it and the meaning behind.… Expand
  19. Bayrem
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Perfect album taylor saved this year with her flawless music she's just a main girl and the future of the music industry she is THAT ****
  20. shelleylin
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. album of the year. the pure excellence this work embodies is astonishing. the lyricism, the symbolism, the imagery... i am at a lost of words. without a doubt, her best work to date. worth a listen.… Expand
  21. vu_mtrang
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's compelling, it's beautiful. Essentially Taylor's lyricism that pop music cannot show. Slow, sad music for your seasonal depressive feelings.

    To all people who gave folklore a bad review out of your hatred for Taylor Swift: You should grow out of your biased mindset. In other words, **** off.
  22. aubreyferreira
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    just when I thought I wasn’t capable of feeling anything anymore, taylor releases this masterpiece and opens the flood gates. a true musical genius.
  23. jmickeydee
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    folklore is mature and brilliant, showcasing taylor’s stunning lyricism and proving once again that she’s a master of her craft.
  24. Kaerys
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautifully produced, Taylor surprise us with a fresh sound, pretty different from her other works. The features were very well thought, their voices complemented each other. And the instruments are just fantastic! You can hear different instruments making different sounds in multiple levels of density, producing a perfect sound! Taylor outdid herself!
  25. Rebem
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!! Exactly the album I was expecting from her. Nothing more to say if not that I just really love it!!
  26. Viq27
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is so great, so beautiful. Taylor brought us honest stories, feelings. Oh my English is not good enough but I can say I love it so much!!!
  27. K3ly1989
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. I love alll the songs. Las letras on tan profundas y te sientes conectada con cada canción, cada uno cuenta uno historia diferente.
  28. arigrant
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    simplesmente perfeito, um álbum coeso, cheio de emoção e letras complexas, eu amei tudo em relação à esse álbum, é clássico, mas ao mesmo tempo inovador!
  29. paolamr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album has amazing lyrics and sounds, a beautiful surprise for our ears! One of the best albums of the year by far.
  30. bradendodson
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it’s an absolute serve and some her best, if not her overall best, work to date.
  31. 4RF
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is just beautiful, it changes the perspective we have of 2020, inspiring us to continue, to imagine, to develop our capacities in isolation to tell amazing stories that like her develop in this magnificent album.
  32. Erik217
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I love it. My tears richochet, cardigan and the last great american dynasty are my favs
  33. EnzoSantini
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    meu deus esse album esta perfeitamente perfeito, não encontrei uma musica ruim, os climas das musicas são incriveis, a historia, tudo
  34. trupti
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the album is a real beauty! taylor went alternative this time and did not disappoint us. this album feels so touching, mature and personal! really loved the lyricism, a masterpiece ❤️
  35. notor12
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    Probably Taylor Swift's best album to date.....Personally I think the songwriting is still not that great, but it's better than her previous work in that regard. I'm not the demographic she is trying to appeal to so maybe it works better for other people.

    I don't think it is album of the year. Few of these songs are going to last in the public conscience. But it's certainly decent.....
  36. Appletrees
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is beautiful, tragic, uplifting, melancholic, and personifies comfort and warmth. It is her masterpiece.
  37. Cbsantanna
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautiful, mature and brilliant. The sensibility that Swift showed us with Cardigan, Betty, Peace and august it's timeless.
  38. Ranit
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautiful body of work. Vunerable, raw, delicate sound. Lyrics are, if I can say, so far best of her. Congratulations Taylorrr!
  39. rosibelSwiftie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love you Taylor Swift… Expand
  40. Ryannn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such an amazing album. A huge switch up from her previous work. Her attempt at an alternative masterpiece was successful, everything about it is beautiful.
  41. harininaidu21
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is so so beautiful. literally poetical, whimsical, words moulded and poured into one's ears in the form of indie folk music. Tay Tay literally killed it!
  42. shivamsharma_
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is an fantastic album. I love it so much. She went from country to pop to alternative. I love her so much.
  43. Ajovic
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A perfect sound, perfect lyricisms, perfect aesthetic I would like to see something like this as a mainstream music of 2020
  44. alohaitssara
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    seriously in awe with her artistry... her projects never disappoint.
    taylor swift is the music industry.
    purrr
  45. Sxbxstxxn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Uno de sus mejores álbumes, superando a 1989, Taylor aparece con ritmos alternativos causando paz y armonía, realmente es el álbum del Año junto con Rare se Selena Gomez, estar artistas demostraron que no se necesita tenernos un tono de voz elevado para ser cantantes
  46. louisroses
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutely mind-blowing, when you think that Taylor Swift couldn’t be more clever she proved everyone wrong. It feels like a ride through paradise, the emotions are so transparent, if you didn’t know before you know now that Taylor Swift is the songwritter of the decade.
  47. shawnforme
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore foi uma aposta muito grande. Mudar radicalmente de gênero musical novamente poderia ter sido a pior coisa que Taylor decidiu. Mas como tudo que ela planeja parece dar certo, seu oitavo álbum de estúdio não foi diferente. Folklore é extremamente coeso musicalmente, trazendo faixa após faixa de melodia e voz que se combinam e casam perfeitamente. A composição do álbum trazFolklore foi uma aposta muito grande. Mudar radicalmente de gênero musical novamente poderia ter sido a pior coisa que Taylor decidiu. Mas como tudo que ela planeja parece dar certo, seu oitavo álbum de estúdio não foi diferente. Folklore é extremamente coeso musicalmente, trazendo faixa após faixa de melodia e voz que se combinam e casam perfeitamente. A composição do álbum traz sentimentos crus e verdadeiros sobre pessoas, lugares, objetos e cardigans com memórias dolorosas. Só temos que agradecer Taylor Swift por ter lançado esse álbum ao público com tanta coragem. Folklore é triste, bonito, trágico e acima de tudo, necessário. que trazem… Expand
  48. Elle-V
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's most creative project she's ever done. It's one thing to write a mostly autobiographical album but it's another to write from the perspective of people you've invented or never met. The stories flow like gold from the minute you click play.
  49. JuanAraujo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums of taylor swift, this album shows us his talent to produce and write, in each of the songs he manages to share his feelings and perfectly expresses his messages.
  50. ClassyDog
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    This album has some perfect moments. Taylor knows how to make an album. She proves that she is one of the greatest pop music song writers of all time.
  51. Angiee
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift siempre sorprende y nunca se torna aburrida. Es un album fresco, nuevo, brillante.
  52. MiguelHudson
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is Taylor, every lyric is so hard. This is what we wanted since Reputation
  53. hopeyouliketay
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    álbum da carreira, já sinto o cheiro do grammy, não esperava nada menos da minha artista da década
  54. wismam
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    perfect aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawwawaaaaaaaqqaaaqaqaqqqqqqqqqqqqaqaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawsaaaaaaaawaaaaakewoweksaaaaaaaaaaaaaaswwa
  55. dayanaarizal
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es absolutamente inspirador, cada canción te transporta a un lugar hermoso y vives cada letra escrita en este álbum.✨
  56. tavarinho4444
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Queen! Brazil loves u ❤️ congrats! Rainha, o Brasil te ama. Que Deus te abençoe.
  57. diegfernand
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This surprise has been amazing. Taylor always give us the best she can and we, her fans are really excited for this new era… Expand
  58. YohanMena
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    she adapts to a new style, and takes a new stance with her music. going from country to pop and from pop to alternative, she really knows how to adapt, this album looks like little pieces of poetry turned into music, once again swift did it very well
  59. Jeffsvs
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    She did something wonderfull in this album. Taylor have a great voice and shine.
  60. IshyVee
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Brilliant writing and beautiful music. Really impressed by the depth of the story telling.
  61. Jorgepalacios04
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Increible álbum, en el podemos ver una nueva taylor, luego de su aclamada era "lover" aquí podemos ver unas letras un poco más personales que a pesar de no ser un álbum mi ido como nos tenía ya acostumbrados, podemos estar seguros que estas canciones perdurarán en la posteridad
  62. Chiesa123
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    THIS IS HER BEST ALBUM YET..... Im a huge fan basically obsessed with her.. but I can throw all that away and there’s still songs of her that I still think that doesn’t appeal to me? BUT THIS WHOLE ALBUM??? EVERY SOMG GETS BETTER EVERY LISTEN. THIS IS THE ALBUM SHE WAS BORN TO WRITE!! I am completely enamored and frozen in time while listening to this album. Making me look at a brighterTHIS IS HER BEST ALBUM YET..... Im a huge fan basically obsessed with her.. but I can throw all that away and there’s still songs of her that I still think that doesn’t appeal to me? BUT THIS WHOLE ALBUM??? EVERY SOMG GETS BETTER EVERY LISTEN. THIS IS THE ALBUM SHE WAS BORN TO WRITE!! I am completely enamored and frozen in time while listening to this album. Making me look at a brighter picture and giving me hope for a better future for music and the alternative genre.… Expand
  63. ludovinski
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The magic of folklore is that it's the most Taylor Swift thing Taylor has ever done but at the same time it's also completely different from everything she's ever done in the past. This album is the essence of who Taylor is at her core as an artist: an amazing lyricist and even better storyteller with the innate ability of creating an atmosphere so unique and yet so familiar with eachThe magic of folklore is that it's the most Taylor Swift thing Taylor has ever done but at the same time it's also completely different from everything she's ever done in the past. This album is the essence of who Taylor is at her core as an artist: an amazing lyricist and even better storyteller with the innate ability of creating an atmosphere so unique and yet so familiar with each album. This album was a balm for my soul.… Expand
  64. matthewtaylor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. the way that it is so incredibly good omg it’s literally so good and the lyrics and production and everything all flow together so seamlessly literally the album of our generation. 85 summarizes the times were in so well and it’s exsqusite.
  65. dualipa
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Amazing. Swift at her best. This is the album she was born to make. It puts Lover to shame
  66. Sussie13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is the best album Taylor has ever put out there. Lyrically it's a masterpiece. Musically, too. So many emotions, it's like she needed to tell each and every one of the human beings on the planet and herself that it's okay to feel sad, depressed or even okay with yourself when you've made mistakes. These songs represent us all facing and fighting our demons and those versions ofIt is the best album Taylor has ever put out there. Lyrically it's a masterpiece. Musically, too. So many emotions, it's like she needed to tell each and every one of the human beings on the planet and herself that it's okay to feel sad, depressed or even okay with yourself when you've made mistakes. These songs represent us all facing and fighting our demons and those versions of ourselves we wish we didn't have to face.… Expand
  67. Nicha
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's really good music. Her song are very interesting. I love this. She made me happy. It's sounds like the song that we have heard in the cafe.… Expand
  68. etron
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it's iconic. it's brilliant. the production, the lyrics, the meaning behind every single song, the feeling you get when listening. the warmth it radiates is encapsulating, and this is one of her best albums, if not THE best album she has ever created.
  69. taylordanver
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this album is a masterpiece! everything from the production, visuals and, of course, lyrics are spectacular. Taylor Swift truly never disappoints.
  70. Kaiomorimoto
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Aoty! !
  71. rachevx
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    With this album Taylor Swift does a complete 180 Lover and paints a storyline with her lyrics. It's a whole experience, great album.
  72. gaaabgomes
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente incrível, melhor trabalho da Taylor, merece o mundo, demais ❤️❤️
  73. Pratikchak
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Even though I'm not a fan of Taylor Swift, this album is incredible. It gives me Norman Rockwell vibes of Lana. Even though I'm not the biggest fan of slow music and ballads, every song here tells a personal story. One of my favorite albums of the year!!!
  74. Vhpotter
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor surprising us all again with a sentimental, emotive and heart melting album. Not that generic pop. I loved it, she did everything. Perfect.
  75. Dylanq
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is very relaxing. A good entry of Taylor into pop / rock and alternative. One more work of art from Miss Swift.
  76. Kevinlovespop
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A new sound for Taylor and she does it incredibly. The album gets a little slow at times.
  77. eduardovalenca
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is such a great album, it took me to a different place while listening to it. I'm not a fan of Taylor, but it's very likely that I become one after Folklore.
  78. lucas_maia28
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simply perfect, Taylor excelled as a songwriter on this album. The instrumental of the songs is magical and makes the music much deeper.
  79. saltyhyung
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    From August to Mirrorball to Epiphany and a ballad of her Rhode Island house previous owners, The Last great American dynasty, Taylor Swift really found her wonderland and got lost in it, pretending as if it'll last forever. An amazing masterpiece with lyrics that cut like knives with a calm and pleasing yet melancholic tine, Taylor Swift's ode to"an indie record that's way better thanFrom August to Mirrorball to Epiphany and a ballad of her Rhode Island house previous owners, The Last great American dynasty, Taylor Swift really found her wonderland and got lost in it, pretending as if it'll last forever. An amazing masterpiece with lyrics that cut like knives with a calm and pleasing yet melancholic tine, Taylor Swift's ode to"an indie record that's way better than mine" delivered!… Expand
  80. Linkjo100
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is one of her best yet! Taylor has the talent to go from one genre to another and nail it every time. The mastering is incredible and the storytelling is stunning. That is one perfectly cohesive album.
  81. Swiftlinktter
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    in her eighth album, she really comes to run for the album of the year in Grammy's, like what she says, it's sad, beautiful and tragic compositions
  82. Marcdeyln23
    Jul 24, 2020
    7
    I like the simplicity of the music. I really felt her passion towards her singing in every poetic songs. It might grow for me but this is one of her masterpiece. Congrats Taylor!
  83. gatayty7nezgrid
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    For me it was like listening Taylor return to the roots of her early career but totally renewed, bringing a sound with aspects of country music and an alternative style with softly pop footprints, highlighting the feeling of what has been seen but never seen. With deep, sad and happy lyrics composing the album, we get attached quickly because life is like that, imagine yourself on a rainyFor me it was like listening Taylor return to the roots of her early career but totally renewed, bringing a sound with aspects of country music and an alternative style with softly pop footprints, highlighting the feeling of what has been seen but never seen. With deep, sad and happy lyrics composing the album, we get attached quickly because life is like that, imagine yourself on a rainy night drinking your wine listening to #Folklore
    Taylor's best work, 10/10! by me, nobody, but someone, a fan.    … Expand
  84. Diego2323
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Muy bueno, aunque no sea muy dance es muy disfrutable, sin duda unode los mejores albumes de este año
  85. pclaradactyl
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    My favorite part about a Taylor has always been her way with lyrics and her ability to tell personal, relatable, and artful stories. This album truly lets that side of her shine. No bombastic pop production to district from her way with words. No corny “fun” catchy song to boogie to (even if I found many of those enjoyable). This album is poetry, and it’s the type of music I’ve wanted fromMy favorite part about a Taylor has always been her way with lyrics and her ability to tell personal, relatable, and artful stories. This album truly lets that side of her shine. No bombastic pop production to district from her way with words. No corny “fun” catchy song to boogie to (even if I found many of those enjoyable). This album is poetry, and it’s the type of music I’ve wanted from her for years. It’s raw and sensitive. I think many who wrote her off in the past will find a lot to appreciate here.… Expand
  86. corneliagrins
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Você foi muito perspicaz Taylor Swift, meu deus, o murro no Rep e no Lover!
  87. Amberbp333
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I don’t have words...
    This album was made for me. This is me trying is such a beautiful song and it’s going to be on repeat for the rest of my life
  88. NadanadaPL
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s just a masterpiece!! Every song is awesome y’all should listen to it! Taylor Swift did it again
  89. Valtervibarboza
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the incredible things happened on this quarantine. Now, she's arrived quickly and suddenly and brought to us that she got the better: Her compositions on the folk/indie style. Thanks for always doing your best? Taylor.… Expand
  90. CharlieBonner
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I fell in and out of love with Taylor Swift in the last 10+ years, I loved her first 4 albums and then felt disconnected on the last 3 records. HOWEVER, folklore is a masterpiece, it reminded me of why I fell in love with Taylor. Any old school fan will fall in love with this album. Dare I say her best yet?
  91. IgorCarvalho
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    the album is magical and sad at the same time, the lyrics are treated very carefully in each track, the unlikely quarantine album really happened.
  92. viniciusdsbg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift shows herself to be an artist, singer, producer. True complete personality, moreover, it's not just that little girl in the dress who wrote about her relationships on the floor of your bathroom. She let her composing side emerge as a true writer and tell / sing tales of the folklore of her imagination and deliver them to the world in the best way.
  93. Liarteagas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. She’s not afraid to experiment with new sounds, and every time she does it comes out amazing. Such a masterpiece.
  94. sandraPa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es un hermoso álbum, Taylor nuevamente nos sorprende con su poder para crear historias. The music industry lo hizo de nuevo
  95. getaw4
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    masterpiece, album of the year, amazing lyrics. Taylor is the best songwriter of this generation
  96. Protuger
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album Taylor has ever done. Sonically cohesive and poetically crafted.
  97. martaiglez
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A lyrical masterpiece that crowns Swift as an artist without barriers or genre boundaries.
    Mindblowing.
  98. reghefaoui
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The album is only for the fine listeners, only people with proper taste of music would understand that this is Taylor's best album to date. Lyrically and sonically shows a new side of Taylor never discovered before. She combined her past with a new genre, she created a magical place with tranquil instrumentals, she created a story. As a song-writer, I've always admired Taylor's writing andThe album is only for the fine listeners, only people with proper taste of music would understand that this is Taylor's best album to date. Lyrically and sonically shows a new side of Taylor never discovered before. She combined her past with a new genre, she created a magical place with tranquil instrumentals, she created a story. As a song-writer, I've always admired Taylor's writing and this just made me feel a tad jealous, when you can combine stories to lyrics, that's when you know you're talented. The genre is not my cup of tea, however, I knew the album would grow on me and it did within a few minutes. It takes time to appreciate art, so instead of hating on it right away, try to appreciate it first!… Expand
  99. Rubylanc123
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Album of the year by far. The production really makes the lyrics speak to you. It is impossible to sum up how great this album is. For Taylor to be able to create stories that when you listen to them make you feel like your in your own movie amazes me. To be able to conquer country, pop and now hopefully Alternative is an achievement only the great accomplish. This is what Taylor has done.Album of the year by far. The production really makes the lyrics speak to you. It is impossible to sum up how great this album is. For Taylor to be able to create stories that when you listen to them make you feel like your in your own movie amazes me. To be able to conquer country, pop and now hopefully Alternative is an achievement only the great accomplish. This is what Taylor has done. This album proves how Taylor is able to make risks, and how diverse her music is. Although the genre and production has changed from what she usually releases, one thing that never changes is the impact of her Song writing and especially in this album, her storytelling. Folklore is the perfect album in a time like today. There is no need to make complete pop songs, instead there is nothing better than being able to listen to a song and to be able to visualise what the images the lyrics are implying. This is something that you can always be guaranteed with when you listen to a Taylor Swift song. It is a leap from the pop album Lover, that was released just over 11 months ago. Overall this is a stella album that will forever be remembered as one of, if not Taylors best album… Expand
  100. parambhatia
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A surprise album at this point her career might come off as a bad idea to many but she doesn’t fail to prove that she only gets better, album by album, era by era and will continue to. This album is one she worked on the least but it doesn’t sound like that at all, she talked about how she’s learned that times are uncertain and you just need to go with the flow sometimes. The lyricalA surprise album at this point her career might come off as a bad idea to many but she doesn’t fail to prove that she only gets better, album by album, era by era and will continue to. This album is one she worked on the least but it doesn’t sound like that at all, she talked about how she’s learned that times are uncertain and you just need to go with the flow sometimes. The lyrical talent is overflowing, lyrics like, “…and though I can’t recall your face, I still got love for you. Pack your dolls and a sweater, we’ll move to India forever” and “…and when I felt like I was an old cardigan under someone’s bed, you put me on and said I was your favourite”, show the genius Taylor Swift is. She did it again, Taylor rose to the top, per usual. I highly recommend listening to this project. There’s a track for everyone on this project, mine being seven which also happens to be track 7 on the album, coincidence? I don’t think so. I love everything about this album, the vocals are better and more mature than ever, the aesthetics are extremely minimal yet beautiful, the production is beautiful, soft and powerful at the same time. folklore will shine as a glorifying moment on Swift’s discography and is only projected to have success in the coming future.… Expand
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#13 Best Album of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Uncut
    Aug 13, 2020
    90
    It's a sharp turn to the left for Swift and a fine reminder that she is more than just a gleaming pop phenomenon, but a remarkable songwriter too. [Oct 2020, p.36]
  2. DIY Magazine
    Aug 7, 2020
    90
    A modern-folk masterpiece which finds her moving from her previous pop bangers into stunningly simple yet sharp melodies, ‘folklore’ will be going down in Swiftie history as one of her most unexpected, and undoubtedly one of her best.
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  3. The Observer (UK)
    Aug 3, 2020
    60
    These 16 tracks (17 on the deluxe version) play out quite pleasurably in their entirety, the joins between Swift, Dessner and Antonoff ultimately only of niche interest. But Swift’s powerful songs reach their climaxes with bittersweet orchestrations, rather than blows to the solar plexus or a ringing in the ears. Everything hovers; little truly lands.
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