• Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum é incrível, os vocais da Taylor nas músicas, o conceito, a história. Obrigada Taylor Swift por essa obra de arte
  2. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    AOTY its sooooooooooooooo good the lyrics make u cry OMFG taylor did something with this album
  3. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album. This is definitely her best work. The lyrics on this album is top-notched. ALBUM OF THE YEAR WORTHY
  4. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I'd like to thank miss taylor swift for saving summer 2k20 with this masterpiece
  5. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    taylor continues to challenge herself while also somehow staying true to herself, this album is so poetic, emotionally complex and beautifully put together.
  6. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. her best work. I dont have words to describe how clever cardigan is. how perfect august is. this album is a masterpiece Expand
  7. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor atingiu seu ápice lírico nesse álbum! A produção assinada por Jack Antonoff, Aaron Dessner e pela própria Taylor mostra que não se precisa de um grande time pra montar uma obra de arte dessas. Orgulho de ser fã
  8. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Simply wonderful, don't fall on the words of bad critics that just want to demeritate the master piece this album is a masterpiece.
  9. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    her best work yet, just beautiful... I don't even know what else to say! folklore always makes me cry and I listen to it to escape from the reality.. the best thing that's happened this year
  10. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Is definitely the best album of 2020. Taylor knew how to take full advantage of his quarantine and we deliver this work of art.
  11. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum lleno de sentimiento, madurez y profesionalismo. Novedoso y arriesgado para la carrera de Tayreina, el cual ha tenido un resultado extraordinario.
  12. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Best of 2020. Reason why it outsold all other album this year
  13. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Just... incredible!! I don’t know what else to say. This is one of the best albums of the year.
  14. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is probably the first time I actually love all the songs in her album. Every song is like a poem. And the story of the album is so beautifully tailored and told. Best album in her career hands down.
  15. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Como sempre Taylor brilhante nas suas letras, melodias perfeitas, digno de álbum do ano.
  16. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is absolutely beautiful! the songwriting is rich and breathtaking and the message comes through with stripped down production that doesn't overpower the songs but provide just the right amount of seasoning! Best Taylor album hands down
  17. Dec 4, 2020
    10
    I'm a Swiftie but I'm gonna give you my honest opinion about the album. Not gonna lie, I didn't like it in the first place. I blame it to being awake for 24 consecutive hours to wait the album. After listening it two more times: I realized that this is a career highlight, Ms. Swift's best work up to date. I love all the tracks but Hoax is my favourite by far. Lyrically the best album ofI'm a Swiftie but I'm gonna give you my honest opinion about the album. Not gonna lie, I didn't like it in the first place. I blame it to being awake for 24 consecutive hours to wait the album. After listening it two more times: I realized that this is a career highlight, Ms. Swift's best work up to date. I love all the tracks but Hoax is my favourite by far. Lyrically the best album of this decade so far. Everything about the production is at the top tier. My Tears Ricochet, Illicit Affairs, Epiphany and Hoax are my personal favourites. Ms. Swift once again proved that she didn't come to play, that's why she won artist of the decade. She is one of the best songwriters of our generation. She is now nominated for 6 Grammy's and 5 of them are for Folklore. The Album of The Year, Taylor is coming for you! Expand
  18. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a lyrical masterpiece and just the thing we all didn't know we wanted but needed in the pandemic.....love you Taylor ❤ Expand
  19. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I have to say this... I needed to hear this album like 6 times before understand it, this is not the classical pop/commercial album, this is also not a (lady Gaga Joanne like) different style album, this is something different that any of us can think about.
    We were accustomed to tha Taylor Swift sneak peeks, secrets, and Easter eggs. But now, we are not in our comfort zone. This album is
    I have to say this... I needed to hear this album like 6 times before understand it, this is not the classical pop/commercial album, this is also not a (lady Gaga Joanne like) different style album, this is something different that any of us can think about.
    We were accustomed to tha Taylor Swift sneak peeks, secrets, and Easter eggs. But now, we are not in our comfort zone. This album is TS personal experience, we are not sure why she did this interesting journey, but I can assure you that this album has all the quality, stories, and feelings that Taylor always share with us.
    I give her a 10 because of the brave of changing once again everything we knew about her and giving us this masterpiece.
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  20. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Today making music is not just putting a Trap beat and hoping to go viral among young people. Making music is simple to know how to write them and that taylor knows how to do very well
  21. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    As a katycat and a fan of Taylor, I can tell: she gets better every album and all of them are amazing. Folklore is a masterpiece!
  22. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s a lyrical masterpiece that’s all I really have to say Taylor is able to seriously conquer all genres of music including alternative
  23. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album of the year right here! It’s amazing how Taylor can make a better album in a couple of months than some artists can make in a few years!
  24. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album by Taylor Swift. I think it might top my all time favourite Speak Now. Both are lyrical masterpiece. Chef's kiss.
  25. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores trabajos de Tay, me encanta y merece que tenga un muy buen puntaje
  26. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is literally the best Taylor Swift album. She showed her lyrical skills to everyone and she's improved than EVER.
  27. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love it, its a very very good album and its so magical listening to it...
  28. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    amazing, I love this album and can"t stop listening! Good job Taylor Swift !
  29. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    People really think Smile is better? Okay
  30. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is SOOO good!! The lyrics are outstanding!! The feel is so natural, pure and heart-wrenching. Taylor just never disappoints. I still can't believe she just decided to suddenly screw me over with an album no one was expecting. I can still see flashbacks from that day. What an experience. This girl is really The Man. No one can take her down anymore. She's been through hell andThis album is SOOO good!! The lyrics are outstanding!! The feel is so natural, pure and heart-wrenching. Taylor just never disappoints. I still can't believe she just decided to suddenly screw me over with an album no one was expecting. I can still see flashbacks from that day. What an experience. This girl is really The Man. No one can take her down anymore. She's been through hell and back already, she's died and has risen up. I can't think of another artist who could just drop a whole album like it was nothing. She's incomparable, just in a league of her own. Y'all faves could never. Expand
  31. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album yet shsiabxoecjekzidhsbejdhcbfbruducjfud Diduehcbdirhrbxhdvehdb
  32. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is Taylor Swift in her songwriting prowess. The production fits with the them of the album. THIS ALBUM DESERVES ALBUM OF THE YEAR AWARD.
  33. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A loirinha conseguiu mais uma vez, dona do mundo, lançou o melhor álbum da carreira
  34. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore is an album made for people who has deep understanding in their life. Each and every song on the album has different stories to tell. It's one of the perfect albums of 2020. Poets, readers and people who look forward to enjoy music deeply will love this album. Locals will have hard time loving at the beginning but soon they'll catch the train
  35. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album makes me feel so happy and in peace absolutely art Epiphany is just beautiful
  36. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. taylor swift is the music industry! i repeat taylor swift is the music industry. and this is her best album of all time. she deserves every awards out there! Expand
  37. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her most well thought out and best written lyrics. Shows off all the things fans love about Taylor Swift. Acoustic songs, beautiful melodies and smart/amazing lyrics. Her best to date.
  38. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the production and lyrics are so beautiful. the slower tempo makes the album seem dreamlike, ethereal. definitely my favorite album of hers
  39. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the beat pice of artwork
    She just reinvented her music again which we fans are living for Its has tracks that makes me happy and tracks that make me cry Its a a masterpiece
  40. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year, through the whole album the experience of listening is amazing!
  41. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor always surprises us with great lyrics and this album is beyond amazing. She's so versatile and I'm shocked that she dominated a whole new genre. It's no surprise she's always at the top with a powerful fandom that believes in her. Congrats.
  42. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best surprise ever!
    This is so different from everything I thought ts8 would be, and I love it!
  43. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece Taylor You did that in a few months yore so amazing
    This album is my life
  44. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best album she’s made! the lyricism is amazing, it’s like she’s telling a story. it’s by far the best album i’ve ever heard. Expand
  45. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 0 skips many masterpieces beautifully written in only 4 months album of the year Expand
  46. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this new album, but I want to say something, please stop giving 0 to the folklore album, she deserves more, don be a cheats. If you are not fan of Taylor Swift you dont need to vote, just follow with you life, if you are a "fan" and you dont like it you can vote. However I love Taylor and I love folklore
  47. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gracias Taydiosa por tremenda Biblia. Sin dudas te hiciste chromatica con una poquito de smile en mierg4 y acabadaty Expand
  48. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The magnificent songwriting skills of Swity really takes us back to her roots. The production of the music is one of her best. Favorite song on the album is Mirrorball. Expand
  49. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum verdaderamente maravilloso, nos cuenta historias hermosas y nos da un poco de relajación en plena tragedia, sin duda alguna Mad Woman es una de mis canciones favoritas, y creo que muchos fanáticos deberían valorar Mirrorball, Folklore es una obra de arte de parte de Taylor Swift.
  50. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. Folklore is exactly what I needed in my life. Incredible, magnificent. The best work of Taylor Swift so far.
  51. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fantastic emotional the most beautiful album of this decade Taylor showed us again that she can play any genre Expand
  52. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love it, this is what I needed during the pandemic. Folklore has a production that, although minimalist, is exquisite, with Taylor's lyrics that always stands out for its excellence. I've been loving 1989 above her other albums, but this is just HER BEST work for me right now.
  53. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is what we refer when we say music transmit feelings. Folklore is and example of this.
  54. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album
    Intact , the Best album written by Taylor This actually deserves a Grammy
  55. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    folklore is not just an album, it is a reason to live, a reason to breathe. Her best album. Periodt.
  56. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is really sad beautiful tragic. I enjoyed from beginning to ending my favs are exile my tests ricochet august this is me trying. It’s just A winter’s album
  57. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums. Folklore is a lyrical master piece. The story telling in this album is superior. The songs have so many stories about different things. Anyone can relate to at least one song on the album. Taylor is constantly out doing herself and proving to the world that she is talented as hell.
  58. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is all we ever wanted from taylor swift, she has let go of any fears of criticism from the public and released an album that is an lyrical masterpiece, i cannot emphasize enough on how beautifully stories are being told by this album. Taylor Swift as always has outdone herself.
  59. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I want to share what the album ‘folklore’ means to me:
    When I woke up on July 23rd and checked my email, the first thing I saw was that Taylor was dropping a surprise album. I couldn’t believe it, I was shocked and thought it may have been a spam email.
    But I found out that it was true and I was so happy that entire day and up until 2am the next day. I won’t forget watching the ‘cardigan’
    I want to share what the album ‘folklore’ means to me:
    When I woke up on July 23rd and checked my email, the first thing I saw was that Taylor was dropping a surprise album. I couldn’t believe it, I was shocked and thought it may have been a spam email.

    But I found out that it was true and I was so happy that entire day and up until 2am the next day. I won’t forget watching the ‘cardigan’ music video as soon as it came out. I was captured by the visuals and by Taylor’s voice. I was in love with her artwork all over again and in a new way. This album has made me smile, cry, dance, and scream along at the top of my lungs. Many of these songs have hit very close to home for me and they have helped me process my emotions and my own experiences. One of the things I noticed right away was how exquisite Taylor’s voice is on this album! Her voice seems to embrace you like a warm hug. I am also so blown away by her ability to tell incredible and deep stories in 3 minute songs! I truly believe that this is an album for everyone, from the long time fans, to the kids with heartbreak, and for the person on their car ride home hearing one of these songs for the first time and who dives into Taylor’s world and artwork. I truly believe that everyone is able to relate to these songs and I appreciate how easy it is to fit these songs into your own personal story and give them each your own meaning. These songs hit close to the heart and bring up so many emotions and memories for all people. The album has chill, relaxing, peaceful, fun, and sad vibes. It is a beautiful album to add to Taylor’s discography and I’m so beyond proud of her for releasing it! As I sit writing this, I am listening to ‘folklore’ and thinking about all of the experiences and memories Taylor has brought into my life. From hearing her songs ‘White Horse,’ ‘You Belong With Me,’ and ‘Love Story’ on the radio back in 2008. To begging my dad to go to her Fearless tour and his dedication of dressing up as Taylor Swift to win me concert tickets from the local radio station. To falling back in love with Taylor and her music during the 1989 era after a rough few years in my life. To the day I won back stage passes to meet her at the 1989 tour. To telling her about the loss of my mother at age 7 and how her music helped me and all of her kind words. To experiencing the rep tour on the floor of the stadium. To buying her first SELF-OWNED record ‘Lover’ on the morning of preparing for sorority recruitment. And to this day, with the masterpiece ‘folklore’ out into the world. And every day of the future, I will stand by her side in support and in awe. Thank you Taylor for making music and for bringing so much happiness into this wild world. I am forever grateful to be your fan and I thank you Taylor for all your hard work and dedication. With love, Cassandra
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  60. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift once again surprises the world by reinventing herself. This time, going for a more toned down style, a little more simple than the pop she's used doing, but apparently this time less is more. With this record she goes back to her origins and the things that made her one of the best songwriters of the century. Her storytelling is as strong as ever with folklore, reminding us ofTaylor Swift once again surprises the world by reinventing herself. This time, going for a more toned down style, a little more simple than the pop she's used doing, but apparently this time less is more. With this record she goes back to her origins and the things that made her one of the best songwriters of the century. Her storytelling is as strong as ever with folklore, reminding us of her previous country records such as red or speak now. Lyrics don't come to play in any of the songs, her voice suits perfectly the production of every track. One of her best works to date. Expand
  61. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album ever Taylor just makes her music even more magical everytime, I love every song and how it's slow and up beat all at the same time

    Taylor swift daved 2020 with this album
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  62. Aug 28, 2020
    10
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  63. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore is a masterpice. Amazing lyrics, beautiful melodies, wonderful storytelling
  64. hll
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    really good. The writing is incredible. The vocals are good. One of the best album this year for sure.
  65. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Loved the album from start to finish. Taylor continues to show she can experiment on different genres and still keep her same essence. Truly a masterpiece.
  66. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Illicit affairs speaks to my soul
    Cardigan is one of the most interesting songs released this year
  67. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is truely is a gem! The writing, the production, the vocals, everything about this album is superior!! Expand
  68. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect! It’s mellow, nostalgic and poetic. I love her voice, the production and the lyrics .
  69. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. She managed to create masterpieces in 3 different genres: country, pop, and now alternative.
  70. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the kind of album you'd listen to on a rainy day while having a coffee
  71. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Rompiéndola. Ni los haters le quitan lo mágico a este álbum. Grandiosa Taylor, dando arte y unas muy buenas líricas
  72. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift es una compositora innata, Folklore es el album por el que nació para lanzar. No solo cumple con su proposito de narrar historias con un storytelling que solo Taylor podria lograr, también la instrumentacion del lider de The National convierte a Folklore en un album memorable, y algo a la altura de la estrella más grande de la musica contemporanea
  73. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift hizo arte como siempre, pero con este album se lucio, simplemente AOTY
  74. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best album i've ever heard like taylor just came through, this album is giving me the feeling that I'm sitting in forest and listen to something good we'll can agree that taylor swift is the music industry Expand
  75. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore es un fantástico álbum, Taylor nos dio letras grandiosas, nos mostró su gran capacidad de escribir canciones
  76. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the one of her best albums ever in her career, i love her sooooooooo much
  77. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Este album está increible, muy sereno relajante y con hermosas letras!! Simplemente me encanta!
  78. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Love u Taylor Swift.
    My fav album. I’m crying. Thank u so much for this.
    Whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyuuuuuuuuyyyyyyyyy
  79. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor changes her style each time a new album comes out and that makes her a unique artist. She has made an unexpected album, with no promo whatsoever, and it's by far the best one. I love it!!
  80. Aug 28, 2020
    10
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  81. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. an absolutely brilliant album. swift once again tried something new by crossing over to this calm indie/alternative sound, and she did not come to disappoint Expand
  82. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It is a wonderful album that takes you on a journey of different emotions through its 16 songs
  83. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    love this album, makes me feel happy and sad all at the same time. Her lyrics are extremely powerful, and moving.
  84. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore é o álbum do ano e nem tem como espumar, o pisão nos arianators não pode parar
  85. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor álbum de todos, claro está que todos los álbumes de ella me encantó! Habrá cambiado de género pero su melodía y su voz sigue entado ahí. Y eso es lo que me encanta. Es perfecto para escuchar siempre, su canciones me traen tanta paz y tranquilidad. Me transportan a un lugar en donde soy yo misma ! Expand
  86. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Deep, honest and extremely mature album. I’m a Swiftie since forever and it just took 17 tracks to change my favorite album from Red to folklore. This deserves several awards. Great job Taylor.
  87. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un gran álbum, esperemos y siga en ese género, realmente le irá muy bien Expand
  88. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Definitivamente Taylor se lucio con éste álbum, dándonos el mejor trabajo de su carrera con letras tan profundas y sonidos tan nuevos para ella, álbum del año
  89. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is my 2020 salvation, thank u Taylor for your whole work, is my new anthem ❤️
  90. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums released in 2020. Swift did a very good job on this one. This is probably her best work yet and her most emotional album ever. This is the perfect type of album to listen to while it’s raining. I love it so much!
  91. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Incredible album with some of the best songwriting of her career so far, definitely worth the listen!
  92. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La capacidad de Taylor de reinventarse, explorar y experimentar en distintos géneros sin fallar. Es de las mejores compositoras de ésta época, mujer fuerte, talentosa e inspiradora. De sus mejores álbums. Expand
  93. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    best album ever. I love it so much. One of her best albums yet and im proud of her
  94. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's just a journey between loneliness, sadness. It' s so trascendental, Masterpiece.
  95. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best work ! The album is really good and the lyrics are excellent !!!!!!
  96. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Folklore, el mejor álbum de Taylor Swift por lejos. Las historias perfectamente narradas y colocadas, los sonidos y la cohesión del álbum en sí es una maravilla. Lo podría describir como mágico y nostálgico, con demasiado por dar aún. Deberían darse el lujo de explorarlo por ustedes mismos.
  97. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album’s sounds are so beautiful and it’s literal vibe! The gays love it
  98. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Taylor Swift, yet again, mesmerize us with her amazing songwritting skills.
    In Folklore, every song tells a story, in which you feel real emotions.
    This album shows the versatility of an amazing artist to reinvent herselft over and over.
    I hope that nowadays more artists could achieve what Taylor had achieve with this masterpiece.
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  99. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A great album. Taylor really outdid herself and made one of her best albums. Enjoyed it very much. The lyricism is incredible, the production is calming and gives way for you to really enjoy the words. A solid album that shows a singer-songwriter doing what she does best.
  100. Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Swifties please go and give #folklore a 10 user score on Metacritic if you haven't already, certain fans are trying to bring its score down.

    It deserves to be the highest rated album of the year.
Metascore
88

Universal acclaim - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 27
  2. 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. 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.
  3. 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.