folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 17537 Ratings

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  1. Taygendary
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Album of the year. PERIOD.
    This album, from the first to the last track is exquisitely incredible
  2. igorsgo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is the peak of Taylor's lyricism. folklore reached new levels proving that Taylor Swift is the writer of her generation. She keeps outdoing herself just as she always does!!!
  3. Francoogomz
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es una OBRA MAESTRA en toda su palabra! Sin duda alguna es una de los mejores trabajos de Swift.Su lírica, voz, instrumental, TODO está perfecto! 100/100
  4. jelle8
    Jul 24, 2020
    5
    In my opinion, the album becomes a little boring and feels very long. All the songs feel a little the same, which eventually makes me tired. It is still good music though.
  5. jpedrocoe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Um álbum diferente de tudo o que a Taylor fez,. Batidas simples combinadas letras mirabolantes, o resultado foi um álbum completo e coeso
  6. ZEN-1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    this is objectively Taylor's best work the lyrics, production, concepts and the general feel!!!! snappery
  7. fr108nk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A Masterpiece. Lyrical Perfection. Not even words can describe how amazing this album is!
  8. catstatic
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An unexpected album dropping at an unexpected time. While I expected it to have pop-vibes like 'Lover', I was contented that it had more piano music. As like the cover theme, it had a 'Safe and Sound' vibe. Honestly her best work so far ever since 'Red'.
  9. Gabyels
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dando un giro de 180 grados, nuevamente Taylor cambia de género y lo hace de una manera que lo hace parecer fácil y a la vez es tan sutil y hermoso.… Expand
  10. starlet666
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    hold on lemme put a goddamn mark to it. this is masterpiece, we all needed something relaxing like this album. 10/10
  11. thearcher_
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR. I said what i said. It has literally no skips. This is her most beautiful and cohesive album.
  12. augustimtrying
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album gives you a sense of comfort and peace. It feels like this album was made for each and every person that listens to it. Probably Taylor's best album to date.
  13. gorgeousgeorge
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor swift aka my girlfriend rly just blessed us and saved my 2020. has a lot of nfr vibes, and we all know nfr deserved AOTY
  14. segovi20
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This kind of melody and genre wasn't very well explored by miss Taylor until today, she proved once again that she can make yourself welcome, cozy and melancholic over every song.
  15. Naley
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Personally, I believe the album it’s a pure masterpiece. The way it sounds and the lyrics are just an incredible way to show Taylor’s most personal thoughts. So in love with it
  16. marcoAlb
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum donde Taylor vuelve a demostrar su madurez musical luego de Lover pero esta vez logra crear una atmósfera diferente a través de la creación de personajes y como se hilan entre las canciones. Se siente como un álbum arriesgado pero a la vez se siente como una hegemonía de sus proyectos anteriores, es increíblemente asombrosa la manera en la que conecta cada punto de su persona.Es un álbum donde Taylor vuelve a demostrar su madurez musical luego de Lover pero esta vez logra crear una atmósfera diferente a través de la creación de personajes y como se hilan entre las canciones. Se siente como un álbum arriesgado pero a la vez se siente como una hegemonía de sus proyectos anteriores, es increíblemente asombrosa la manera en la que conecta cada punto de su persona.
    Es un álbum bello, asombroso y con grandes mensajes sobre la situación actual con la que personas de un futuro podrán absorber la esencia con la cual se ha vivido en el 2020. Brillante y perfecto.    … Expand
  17. laraleite
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's the best albun she's ever done before! Taylor is incredible and she's the most talented songwriter of this decade.
  18. xrhaan2
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    beautifully written piece of work. especially having been written in isolation
  19. JesusNN
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Esta increíble, sus trabajos anteriores en el pop son buenos, pero con este álbum nos vuelve a dejar claro que es una gran compositora
  20. MatRevo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift’s artistry can be described in one word: GROWING.

    Just like what she mentioned in her documentary, female artists constantly try to reinvent themselves but the thing about Taylor Swift is that everytime she switches her gears it comes off effortlessly. A genre like this for a huge pop star like her is risky and yet it didn’t feel like that at all. It was as if she was built    Taylor Swift’s artistry can be described in one word: GROWING.

    Just like what she mentioned in her documentary, female artists constantly try to reinvent themselves but the thing about Taylor Swift is that everytime she switches her gears it comes off effortlessly. A genre like this for a huge pop star like her is risky and yet it didn’t feel like that at all. It was as if she was built to make this type of music.

    This is hands down her best record to date.    … Expand
  21. Alexisrafaelr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best album. I can't believe this. It's just a masterpiece. Taylor can do Country, pop and alternative.… Expand
  22. Rafaelaaaxxx
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum coeso, com sonoridade, tudo que a Taylor se propõe a fazer da certo, lenda viva.
  23. cami444
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    Este es el peor álbum de taylor, lover es mucho mejor que este álbum aburrido
  24. Keviin
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simply perfect and beautiful, epiphany and betty they're both a masterpiece
  25. EVImovies855
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore is that album ........................10/10 !!!!!!!!!! amazing~!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  26. GeovannySilva13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A great exemple of how excellent Taylor Swift is. I hope it gets AOTY, as deserves.
  27. MoeThoukOo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Really unexpected album. I didn’t expect any album of Taylor in this year. But it surprised me and I really love songs in this album.
  28. mtheusalvarenga
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    perfeito!!! perfeito!!! perfeito!!! perfeito!!! perfeito!!! perfeito!!! perfeito!!!
  29. alexgarcia
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Is one of the best Taylor Swift’s albums ❤️❤️❤️
    It’s amazing, she’s growing so much lirically and sonically ❤️❤️
  30. Bielson
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    O novo álbum de Taylor Swift mostra o seu potencial como compositora, entregando canções com conteúdo lírico recheado de histórias que nos envolvem.
  31. cathimachadoo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    é um álbum perfeito, onde conseguimos perceber que ela está crescendo e amadurecendo na indústria musical, afinal Taylor Swift é a indústria musical! eu amei o álbum demais, esse é o álbum da carreira, nós conseguimos sentir o que ela queria transmitir, e a verdade é que poucos artistas conseguem passar isso para nós. esse álbum só demonstra que Taylor pode fazer música em qualquer estiloé um álbum perfeito, onde conseguimos perceber que ela está crescendo e amadurecendo na indústria musical, afinal Taylor Swift é a indústria musical! eu amei o álbum demais, esse é o álbum da carreira, nós conseguimos sentir o que ela queria transmitir, e a verdade é que poucos artistas conseguem passar isso para nós. esse álbum só demonstra que Taylor pode fazer música em qualquer estilo musical porque ela é uma artista totalmente autêntica é talentosa! deve ser difícil carregar a indústria musical nas costas!… Expand
  32. gretasophie
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    absolutely perfect from start to finish. taylor really gave this her everything.
  33. Revert2020
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor's sound has matured so much. A truly incredible mixture of production and lyricism makes this easily one of her best albums.
  34. Clank95
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Simply a masterpiece, the sound, the storytelling and again its lyrics make you enjoy this album, maybe my favorite one from Taylor
  35. tljb1395
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is incredibly melancolic and wonderful, I love it. The sound, the lyrics are the best.
  36. Lorenamorales
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It is well known that the ability of Taylor Swift is to tell stories and this album tells so many stories with such a magical vibe, with hints of sadness and reality that make it the most mature Taylor album to date, it is an experience that without doubts everyone should listen, the most important artist of recent times shows her best ability: versatility, a well told story is alwaysIt is well known that the ability of Taylor Swift is to tell stories and this album tells so many stories with such a magical vibe, with hints of sadness and reality that make it the most mature Taylor album to date, it is an experience that without doubts everyone should listen, the most important artist of recent times shows her best ability: versatility, a well told story is always going to be beautiful whatever it is, pop, country or alternative, and for those things taylor swift is the music industry.… Expand
  37. yuviiir
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Great album. Amazing lyrics and production. Will recommend to anyone who loves a good soft song with meaningful lyrics.
  38. WereBothDrunk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    i just finished the album and im forever putting it on repeat the entirety my life. this album is everything i could ever wish for and more. it's absolutely gorgeous and whimsical and no doubt my favorite out of all her albums. @taylorswift i'm in so much awe, thank you so **** much for this album. - mari
  39. U123ae
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is a MASTERPIECE!!!! All the songs are amazing I can’t even pick a favorite
  40. Wowzaachoo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I really loved this album it was very different to what she has done but still make it very good
  41. Fabian-13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing and truly necessary, is a mature album, perfect to her old fan base, the lyricism is awesome, the production so natural and organic, 10 of 10.
  42. Leomoore
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The album is a masterpiece. Taylor swisher keeps proving that she’s unlike any pop star she a poet , this album is full of emotions from deferent perspectives.
    I can definitely see this album crowned album of the year.
  43. TaylorGrey
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de nuestra Miss Americana. Transmite muchísimo aunque podríamos compararlo con RED, sin duda la pelea entre estos dos como el mejor álbum de Taylor está difícil. 10/10
  44. emilpotas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    SIMPLY AMAZING! Stunning vocals, touching lyrics, flawless production, what else would one want?
  45. dann03
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    No cabe duda que folklore es el el mejor álbum de la carrera de Swift, líricas impresionantes contando una misma historia.
    Me atrevo a decir que el mejor álbum del año y sin duda de lo mejor que nos ha traído esta pandemia.
    Felicidades a Taylor
  46. lukemrogers
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s best album yet. The lyrics are her most personal and interesting in her career, and the production is so sleek and timeless. I’m still in disbelief. Mirrorball and August are career defining songs, and the album as a whole feels so articulate and cohesive.
  47. thiagobaesso
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. great lyrics, great production. very mature. this is definitely a 10/10 album… Expand
  48. dangle1106
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album. Everything is perfect. Wonderful lyrics, marvelous aesthetics. In love with Cardigan and Exile.
  49. Jose_tohidi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of her best work so far. Taylor really said no more waiting and no more business thought at this hard time, this is me and my fans, here is the whole album… Expand
  50. SarahPilbeam
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s most personal and vulnerable album to date. The lyrics are flawless accompanied by stunning production. Her best album
  51. Lazlo1
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift lo hizo de nuevo. Una genia en su terreno: la lírica. Su mejor álbum hasta la fecha.
  52. covarrubiasg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Artisíma, se cagó en Mierga vieja flopera y olvidada, ya desearía tener la vigencia de Taycristo.
  53. marciogiovanni
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Um álbum impecável. Talvez até o melhor álbum de sua carreira. Taylor conseguiu trazer uma sonoridade e suas composições de uma forma sintonica que resultou em um álbum digno de prêmios e sucesso.
  54. Franmc
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    "folklore" is proof that Taylor Swift is one of the most talented songwriters of all time.
  55. babseubabs
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This cd is pure perfection. The lyrics, the arrangements
  56. GiovannaRodr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Artist of the decade, she did it again, and will keep doing it, taylor f*cking swift
  57. melomaniarchie
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    Taylor tried to make a new Golden Hour, but she failed miserably. We deserve better.
  58. Yeyo1989
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Grande eres Miss Swift lo hiciste otra vez, nos obtuviste Folklore es un álbum majestuoso
  59. Luana1507
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Is a mature and completely well writen, once again, swift only give us quality
  60. Doozyjoe
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a beautiful album and I have never seen Taylor Swift write such ethereal pieces like she did here. Her albums are always amazing, but this one just takes the cake!
  61. JorgeSalazarW
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is simply pure art. Love the lyrics and vocals. Nice genre transition too!
  62. Omwass
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is all what a recover psychology must give to his patients ...
    Cure ♥️♥️
  63. swiftreligion
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    perfeita lenda rainha melhor album aoty eu te amo voce lendou tanto cara vc e tudo na minha vida linda perfeita LOIRINHA
  64. JoseLuisCN
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's pretty good, I can feel the poetry of the lyrics and it makes me feel so nostalgic
  65. cruelchanges
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    DEFINITELY HER BEST ALBUM SO FAR. I'm really surprised, glad and totally proud of her.
  66. anabsvet
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    melhor ábum da taylor swift, completamente incrível e coeso, o modo como ela conta histórias neste álbum mostra que ela é uma incrível compositora e artista
  67. Andresbustamant
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her best album ever, such a masterpiece. The production, the lyrics, her voice. EVERYTHING… Expand
  68. Cecewooden
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A lyrical masterpiece, Taylor's most mature and cohesive album, simply amazing
  69. wung
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best body of work. It’s mesmerising and incredibly well written. Taylor Swift is the music industry
  70. Satyam17
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Songwriting queen did it yet again
    Folklore is the mature version of red (2012)
  71. jessicapenny13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift breaks into a new genre for her with this album, and she does it with power and grace. folklore is a masterpiece and quite possibly the highlight of Swift's career.
  72. Gonia
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I'm so in love with this album, love every song, master piece, thank you Taylor
  73. Hamiterrtek
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Yes, Taylor Swift did it again. This album says a lot. Its so emosional. Love u Taytay
  74. Sabrinagomyde
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album took me by surprise and still managed to blew all my expectations. The work here goes beyond just music, it is true art, stories being so brilliantly painted they left me in awe. This album is an immersive experience in the scenery Taylor created, with many characters and different point of views. Her best work yet!
  75. jermainerussell
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her BEST album... album of the year for sure!!! if not album of the CENTURY!!! all the songs are INCREDIBLY euphoric and beautiful 10/10
  76. ivanhuertap
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is just a masterpiece. It shows maturity in Taylor's lyrics and sound but at the same time it takes you back to a younger self, reliving some of her experience in the past but from an adult woman perspective. It's a very melancholic album about several topics, This is just so well done.
    She also goes a little more alternative, but without leaving her country or pop sounds, she (and the producers) mixed that so well. Really an album to just listen without doing anything else.    … Expand
  77. Mark198913
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The power of the lyrics and the freshness of the sound makes it phenomenal.
  78. adylover
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    taylor prova novamente que é a maior e melhor compositora de sua geração, com vocais invejáveis e uma atmosfera aconchegante e misteriosa, folklore é um dos melhores álbuns da história
  79. pittsy66
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This isn't just the album of the year, it's the best of Taylor's already incredible discography.

    The quadruple hit of mirrorball, seven, august and this is me trying? She did THAT.

    It's minimalist and atmospheric – and you get totally sucked into another world – her songwriting has NEVER been better.
  80. santiwgo
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. es una maravilla de álbum, no hay ninguna canción para saltar aquí, menuda maravilla....… Expand
  81. selsmanic
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift reinvented herself with her eight album! she came with a story-telling album, almost a concept album, with perfect lyrics to prove she's the best lyricist of our generation, to spectacular vocals and wonderful production. Almost all live instruments that sound beautiful. Such a pouring rain of emotions, secrets, fears and wishes, folklore is now one of her best albums and aTaylor Swift reinvented herself with her eight album! she came with a story-telling album, almost a concept album, with perfect lyrics to prove she's the best lyricist of our generation, to spectacular vocals and wonderful production. Almost all live instruments that sound beautiful. Such a pouring rain of emotions, secrets, fears and wishes, folklore is now one of her best albums and a fan favorite. Taylor Swift never disappoints when it comes to lyrics, but she decided to show us her most amazing and perfect lyrics. Super proud of her, she deserves nothing but happiness and success! No skips and all masterpieces from the 1, to exile, to august to epiphany to hoax! Thank you taylor for this collection of songs. We will pass it down to the future generations as a folklore that it is! 10/10 album. spectacular, deserve Album Of The Year at the Grammy's… Expand
  82. mentlired
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I probably would have never expected this kind of Taylor Swift album released in further future one day ago. But she did it. She has proved again that she’s the main figure in the music industry.
  83. Nukidos
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Folklore is like the oasis in the middle of the pandemic. It's calming, perfect album in this situation. I am in love with folklore.
  84. Allebid
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum lindo, maduro e sentimental. Com uma sonoridade nova pra ela. Absolutamente perfeito.
  85. Fernanda18
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    !!!!!! speechless. Best album ever. Different, new, bold, great narratives and character arcs, emotion, all the feels. Yes, yes, illicit affairs??? Golden star. Exile??? I mean, what???
  86. Tarunmahesh
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet. Invisible string might just be her best song ever, of all time. Pristine songwriting (it's Taylor Swift after all, so this is no surprise) and musicality took the front seat in this album. It's like an album full of Cleans, The Archers, All too wells and Begin Agains, but in its own unique way. It proves, once again, that Taylor is not afraid to take risks, and cementsHer best album yet. Invisible string might just be her best song ever, of all time. Pristine songwriting (it's Taylor Swift after all, so this is no surprise) and musicality took the front seat in this album. It's like an album full of Cleans, The Archers, All too wells and Begin Agains, but in its own unique way. It proves, once again, that Taylor is not afraid to take risks, and cements her place as one of the music industry's greatest, yet again. Highly recommended … Expand
  87. ArtCehViana
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Sin duda, la más grande sorpresa fue saber que ella tiene la capacidad para crear un álbum completo indie-folk, a pesar de su popular trayectoria musical.
    La producción se sintió profundo, mágico, entrañable.
    La riqueza de sus letras muestran una evolución musical, no había tenido un proyecto con esta capacidad de composición desde "Red".
  88. SigridYeung
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    It’s definitely a part of Taylor which she had barely explored before! Beyond my expectations!!
  89. TrenchAcoustic
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album proved that Taylor is a songwriting genius! folklore exceeded expectations.
  90. Viviniexpert
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Perfeitooooooo, sem defeito algum. Talylor como sempre se inovando e arrasando
  91. fridaglee17
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    it’s so whimsical, sad, but at the same time is everything i’ve been longing from her. she shows once again her songwriting prowess. i actually think this album might be in the run for her best. also can’t forget that it’s actually sonically cohesive.
  92. BeyzKavn
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wonderful album taylorrr!!! You guys should listen it!!!
  93. Lucki
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    perfeitoooo, Taylor nunca decepciona independente de qual gênero musical ela siga
  94. michelecandido
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is definitely the best album of her career. Masterpiece. She did that.
  95. Kylie132013
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    There are not words for how stunningly beautiful this album is. Experience it.
  96. Viniaurelhuk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Uma álbum com total coesão, coração e de toda elegância que Taylor mostra ao longo dos anos. Maturidade e evolução sonora definem Swift nesse capítulo.
  97. epiphanyy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    her best album ever. i cant put in words the feelings that it transmit, its magical.
  98. Kly211
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her lyrical skills are just beyond insane. She brought us to a new world with this album.
  99. vinimohr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift foi perspicaz, provou mais uma vez que pode transitar entre diversor estilos musicais sem perder sua essência, visto que Folklore nos remete um pop alternativo com um fundo indie. Cada faixa é um arrepio
  100. tman1441502
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is so good! The production and songwriting are some of the best of her career and it's probably her most mature album yet. My favorite tracks on initial listen are cardigan, exile, my tears ricochet, illicit affairs, mad woman and betty.
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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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