folklore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Jul 24, 2020
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  1. 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.
  2. ClemRusty
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's new album "folklore" is just amazing.

    It's such a beautiful, heartfelt, raw and emotional album. Sonically Taylor Swift decided to make a folk, indiepop record and you can feel that she's the perfect artist to take this direction and the direction is perfect for her. I've been a huge fan of Taylor Swift since 2006, 2007 and I gotta say, the artistic, musical journey she's    Taylor Swift's new album "folklore" is just amazing.

    It's such a beautiful, heartfelt, raw and emotional album. Sonically Taylor Swift decided to make a folk, indiepop record and you can feel that she's the perfect artist to take this direction and the direction is perfect for her.

    I've been a huge fan of Taylor Swift since 2006, 2007 and I gotta say, the artistic, musical journey she's been on as an artist has been nothing but amazing. Her discography includes such a wide variety of genres, sounds, emotions, styles and she pulls off almost every one of the new directions she's tried.

    Longevity, a highly successful one at that, for artists is the most important but difficult thing and only the greatest of artists keep going strong, keep innovating, keep developing and keep creating new artistic works even after more than a decade in the limelight.

    Some of the greatest, current artists I consider in this category, for me, are Beyoncé, Rihanna, Kanye West and, of course, Taylor Swift.

    I strongly recommend the new album "folklore" to all who love music and anyone who loves to be moved by and touched by music.

    An absolute gem, it is.    … Expand
  3. NavyBean
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    beautiful stuff. I like that TS is growing as a songwriting and doing more sophisticated work. She didn't have to. I love Aaron Dessner from The National and can hear the influences throughout and on piano work especially.
  4. robsoneduardo
    Nov 9, 2020
    10
    folklore brings out the unique and exquisite lyricism Taylor has. those are her best lyrics so far.
  5. Wael
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    we love indie folk taylor.
    such a great record.
    not a single skip.
    more personal, more genuine than ever, even though a lot of songs aren't even about her own life.

    this is taylor swift proving once again why she deserves all the love she receives, and the superstar status she earned.
  6. matthewmirliani
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best parts of her masterpiece Red were the cloudy-day, autumnal ballads — songs for reflection, and beautiful melancholy — and Folklore gives us an entire album of this. It’s her most mature, most vividly and richly written album to date - like a novel coming to life. Cozy, intimate, devastating, liberating, the album is a tall lighthouse shining through gray skies, a warm cottage inThe best parts of her masterpiece Red were the cloudy-day, autumnal ballads — songs for reflection, and beautiful melancholy — and Folklore gives us an entire album of this. It’s her most mature, most vividly and richly written album to date - like a novel coming to life. Cozy, intimate, devastating, liberating, the album is a tall lighthouse shining through gray skies, a warm cottage in the middle of a November forest. This is Taylor the songwriter - one of the greatest songwriters of all time - giving us her all. We say this about every Taylor record, but this one - this one - could be the one to define her legacy. It’s forward sounding and experimental, but an equally nostalgic trip back to fall 2012 when she first gave us a taste of her woodsy magic.… Expand
  7. mmfmiller
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Perfection. It’s honest, endearing, innovative, and lyrically brilliant. I’m listening on repeat.
  8. patchi
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    lyrically her best album to date. early faves are the last great american dynasty, exile, mirrorball, august, and epiphany.
  9. 0987
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Swift should definitely stick to this genre, because it suits her completely. Definitely her best work so far.
  10. DanDubs
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album! Taylor Swifts ability to constantly adapt to the musical scene is emphasized further in this game changing record.
  11. igor90ib
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor swift's most mature album. Best album ever, this is not what I expected in a good way!
  12. PipeAndresKP
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Raw Taylor Swift, Raw lyrics... The old Taylor never really die, she was playing seek and hide all this time
  13. LeandroR
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    QUEEN! UNUSUAL! PERFECT! TAYLOR IS AMAZING! TAYLOR!!!!! NO WORDS!!! EXILE BEST SONG!
  14. NelsonB
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The new album by Taylor Swift goes to deep, is incredible. it is like an elixir of life wrapped in a bottle of memories. each song takes you to a mixture of feelings, your thoughts become poetry. we will hardly see anything so perfect in melody, lyrics and arrangements. Perfect
  15. SETorres
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A trip through the soft air of a summer you never lived. A movie you watched ten years ago that's about making a film. Imagine tales of lost clothes, friends in the sea raging and ghosts, cheating on the love of your life and being cheated on.
  16. dukongie
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Not only it’s her best album, it’s also one of the best albums released this year! Taylor’s talent to switch genres to suit her imaginary and stories best never fails to amaze me.
  17. Tayrah
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    What i love about this album is that you can tell Taylor is making music for herself, from her heart and soul. What a lovely record filled with magical storytelling.
  18. cadmus2166
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift's most mature, cohesive album in her decade and a half career. In an era of singles, Folklore is an album that demands to be listened to as such. Listen to it completely in one sitting. You won't be disappointed.
  19. leepeter1997
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    When you thought an album created 8 months since the release Lover is gonna be less spectacular due to the shortage of time, Taylor managed to surprise you in the most unexpected way. Throughout the 16 songs released in digital platforms, "Exile" (Collaboration with Bon Iver) and "the last great american dynasty" is my favorites, especially in Exile, a deeply personal and sad piano tuneWhen you thought an album created 8 months since the release Lover is gonna be less spectacular due to the shortage of time, Taylor managed to surprise you in the most unexpected way. Throughout the 16 songs released in digital platforms, "Exile" (Collaboration with Bon Iver) and "the last great american dynasty" is my favorites, especially in Exile, a deeply personal and sad piano tune that speaks to your soul directly, which you totally wouldn't expect this to happen from a pop superstar like Taylor.

    From the bottom of my heart, I thank for Taylor's outpouring love towards her fans in this difficult period
    Especially considering the events happening in my hometown, Hong Kong    … Expand
  20. Matheus_Fernand
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Após um longo período de diversão na música pop, preenchendo espaços em branco, sendo a atriz principal dos pesadelos dos haters e nos ensinando que o amor é claro, dourado, como a luz do dia, tudo aquilo que Swift vinha construindo e amadurecendo no country é, agora, concretizando nessa obra-prima da música alternativa. Folklore não será um álbum que logo será esquecido ou tão facilmenteApós um longo período de diversão na música pop, preenchendo espaços em branco, sendo a atriz principal dos pesadelos dos haters e nos ensinando que o amor é claro, dourado, como a luz do dia, tudo aquilo que Swift vinha construindo e amadurecendo no country é, agora, concretizando nessa obra-prima da música alternativa. Folklore não será um álbum que logo será esquecido ou tão facilmente superado, seja por sua própria artista ou por alguém que busque se assemelhar com seu trabalho. É claro, plácido, belo, encantador, doloroso em amor, mas sutil em candura. O que Taylor não conseguiu deixar mais explícito aos ouvidos do público em músicas como State of Grace, Last Kiss, Wildest Dreams, Delicate ou The Archer, ela entrega com simplicidade e fácil comunicação à alma e à inteligiência de quem escuta exile, peace, cardigan ou illicit affairs. Poesia, coesão e emoções sempre foram o forte das composições de Taylor, e parece que vemos novamente a majestosa lótus desabrochar para nos encantar com suas melodias e com sua paz.… Expand
  21. cameron9814
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous!!! This is the album Taylor was destined to make!! The lyricism is her absolute BEST!!
  22. Brunonusadrogas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    album of the year, taylor is a true masterpiece congrats Taylor Swift you are rock girl!
  23. jaysonmolas
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A genius switch from pop to alternative by Ms Swift proves she’s the music industry.
  24. adwinGreg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album Taylor ever released. Its sad slow songs make it perfect for a rainy season. The lyrics are phenomenal showing Taylor's ability to write poetic songs.
  25. MurilloCarto
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s a perfect album. Once again Swift proves that she is the best songwriter of our generation.
  26. Shivam_Murari
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has a habit of presenting an unexpected finesse on the table every single time but her ability to best herself every single time and leave us shocked and thrilled is something no other artist has. Certainly not her contemporaries. Folklore, like its name, will be passed down for generations.
  27. JohnCedrix
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    This is the Taylor Swift's we've known. Her most complete album so far. This is what I want after Red. Reminds me of Fearless album.
  28. papeadojhon
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is such a delight, Taylor crossed a new line of genre and songwriting, uniquely constructed and rarely seen in mainstream artists.
  29. Mauoricio
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Her best album to date, lyricly, sonically and production-wise! The composer Taylor really stands out, giving us folklores from several character’s perspectives, including a love triangle. The only featuring artist in the album really stands out. Bon Iver is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who really got into the spirit of the album. Producers Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner made this aHer best album to date, lyricly, sonically and production-wise! The composer Taylor really stands out, giving us folklores from several character’s perspectives, including a love triangle. The only featuring artist in the album really stands out. Bon Iver is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who really got into the spirit of the album. Producers Jack Antonoff and Aaron Dessner made this a masterpiece and will definitely be proud to have this on their catalog.… Expand
  30. MaxFernanndess
    Aug 5, 2020
    10
    outstandingly written. perfetly produced. a mark in taylor swifts carreer, proving one more time how incredible her ability of reinventing herself is.
    with "folklore", taylor swift yet again shows the world that more than a hitmaker and the songstress of the decade, she is a genius who never disappoints with her albums, concepts, creations, ideas and talents.
    brilliantly made. greatest    outstandingly written. perfetly produced. a mark in taylor swifts carreer, proving one more time how incredible her ability of reinventing herself is.
    with "folklore", taylor swift yet again shows the world that more than a hitmaker and the songstress of the decade, she is a genius who never disappoints with her albums, concepts, creations, ideas and talents.
    brilliantly made. greatest album of the year so far undoubtedly.    … Expand
  31. iPietro
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Always a pop queen, a country queen a folk queen. With the same taste of the best albuns like RED and 1989. THE TAYLOR SWIFT IS BACK!
    GENIUS!
  32. bubblishing
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This will be remembered through ages in time. A pure invitation to her world. A brillant exercise in restraint
  33. Sarahc201
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A perfect album. Love the lo-fi vibe as it really makes Taylor's songwriting standout. The storytelling is so well done.… Expand
  34. EliudIan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is a fantastic work of art that everyone can relate to. My favourite song has to be "exile" which features Bon Iver.
  35. IAmAriaAvlis
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    one of the best, if not the best, album of the year! taylor never fails to amaze me
  36. Chlofa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a true masterpiece. Best songs: Mirrorball, Seven, August, Exile and Betty. But there’s not a single bad track on there!
  37. unitedforever
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful album - lyrically stunning! Best track - the "love triangle trilogy" (Cardigan, August, Betty), Invisible Strings, Mirrorball, the 1, Seven.

    Taylor showing her true versatility, a third major genre she has moved into (after country and pop) and proving she excels in each.
  38. mateofalconvale
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Album lf the year so far u just cries with the leas single so much, love it
  39. goncaloocp
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautiful. Raw. Magical. Wonderful work once again! Loved every song. Lover was a wonderful album, this was an incredible album to follow! Talent!
  40. sahraduygu
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    AOTY. best alternative album. she did that for real... it's a little slow after Lover but still perfect
  41. danielsons
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album. Best thing she released since RED in 2012.

    Favs: exile, illicit affairs, cardigan and august.
    Least fav: mad woman.

    Grade: 9,5/10
  42. Fakebytswift
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Excellent brilliant so good it's absolutely a stunning piece of art, taylor really is one of the greatest artists ever
  43. gabrielahull
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    Taylor did what we needed and we never knew: a album about escapism, daydreaming, with mature lyrics and storytellying. It's not just a "pandemic album", or it doesn't even comes close to be an album about the pandemic, but it's an album that became needed in a time where we have pretty much anyone but ourselves (and some caracthers) to survive the loneliness.
    In top of that she even    Taylor did what we needed and we never knew: a album about escapism, daydreaming, with mature lyrics and storytellying. It's not just a "pandemic album", or it doesn't even comes close to be an album about the pandemic, but it's an album that became needed in a time where we have pretty much anyone but ourselves (and some caracthers) to survive the loneliness.
    In top of that she even creats it in a line of work that she never dive in before, but just swom in the margens: her first alternative album, with some folk aspects and sonically cohesive. No doubt it's her best work (so far).    … Expand
  44. Kendryk
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A Taylor nunca esteve tão emocional e singela. Musicas com batidas que expressam exatamente a profundidade do momento que está tudo.
  45. avr50
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    I wait a long time for this review, but that was because I wanted to see how it aged in me. Of course, aged is in this case, almost a month after it´s released. Anyway, I think that in that time, the album has "aged" pretty well. When I first listened to this album I was a little confused, I knew that the lyrics were incredible, but the overall tone and the mood was very different fromI wait a long time for this review, but that was because I wanted to see how it aged in me. Of course, aged is in this case, almost a month after it´s released. Anyway, I think that in that time, the album has "aged" pretty well. When I first listened to this album I was a little confused, I knew that the lyrics were incredible, but the overall tone and the mood was very different from other projects that it was a little confusing, but after listening over and over, the songs have grown on me, much more than I hoped. What really shines is her lyrics, as almost every Taylor Swift song, but in this project, the soft music combined with the lyrics makes it all so much more emotional, honest and mature. Her voice is so mature as well that, even though we can recognize that is her singing, we have to compare her voice in latest projects and see that she has changed and is not the same person when she wrote "Love Story" or "Blank Space" or "Delicate". I believe that this is gonna be on the top of a lot of critics best albums of the year, because, besides the comparisons with her other albums, this is, on its own, a masterpiece. I personally think that is Taylor´s best album, but my favorites will still be "Speak Now" and "1989"… Expand
  46. Eduardo_Gamboa
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The evolution. Tay is growing up as a woman, with the truth in her hands and make it the opportunity to be happy.
  47. gu4stavo
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Her best album. Hauntingly beautiful and melancholic. Period. Her lyrical skills are just beyond insane.
  48. destruitaylor
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    this album is pure art. she constantly sets the bar so high it’s unbelievable. she’s just on a whole other level. this album is so deep and vulnerable and meaningful and I’m so grateful to her for being so brave and honest and I literally love her so much.
  49. FedericoBini
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift at her BEST. Immaculate album. This is “album of the year” material.
  50. GeovannySilva13
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A great exemple of how excellent Taylor Swift is. I hope it gets AOTY, as deserves.
  51. MatheusSiqueira
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Such a great album: you can feel Swift’s emotions more than ever. This project is personal and capable of touch people
  52. barthurbottino
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    Um dos meus preferidos da carreira e do ano de 2020. Letra, produção, instrumental, estrutura, timing de lançamento, tudo muito bem feito. A qualidade dela como compositora é inegável. Perfeito, em muitas maneiras, perfeito.
  53. JuanMhg
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Un álbum cohesivo y profundo que tiene una cantidad importante e impresionante de huevos de pascua que tomará semanas digerir.
  54. MusicHeart
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Pure, unique and genuine. Album of the year along with Rare by Selena Gomez.
  55. punchkano
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Much more than expected, high-class songwriting skills, beautiful lyrics and excellent storytelling. incredible.
    my favs: Seven, Cardigan, The Lakes, The 1, Hoax, TLGAD, My Tears Ricochet, Exile ft.Bon Iver, Epiphany
  56. GFace
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    she really does reinvent herself for every album. i just have no words for this, A TRUE MASTERPIECE !!!
  57. 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
  58. Eduardo19
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Um álbum coeso, com canções fortes e completamente memorável. Taylor mais uma vez se reinventou e surpreendeu a todos.
  59. Simao
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    UPDATED REVIEW (deluxe edition)

    folklore is ethereal, beautiful, complex yet laying on a musical simplicity that’s warming and reassuring everything will be alright again. this album caught us all so off guard and as a big taylor stan since her red days i can say i was very excited but also scared of the outcome it might have had. taylor broke with all my expectations for this    UPDATED REVIEW (deluxe edition)

    folklore is ethereal, beautiful, complex yet laying on a musical simplicity that’s warming and reassuring everything will be alright again.

    this album caught us all so off guard and as a big taylor stan since her red days i can say i was very excited but also scared of the outcome it might have had.

    taylor broke with all my expectations for this album presenting an aoty-worthy album (in a year with fiona’s and rina’s completion) and creating literal magic in a way only she cans.

    as her 3rd major genre change, after growing up country and reaching her mainstream climax as pop, the soft-alt / indie plays so greatly with the times we are living right now and the way we all feel. i'm so glad she decided to experiment new stuff and coming up with her most experimental album so far.

    it took me 2 days of repeated and (literally) never-stopping listening of the album to fully understand how i feel about it... yet i still cannot put it into words how magical and meaningful this album is...

    fav songs: cardigan, august, betty & the lakes
    least fav: exile    … Expand
  60. LeoMusicCritic
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    'folklore' is definitely Taylor's best album in the recent years and a completely different sound that works very well for her. The cohesive sound of the album and interesting lyricism also help build this album to be one of her best works.
  61. Panchogul
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor lo hizo de nuevo con un gran álbum en donde vuelve a superarse a sí misma.
  62. JoCat99
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is the clear example of what Taylor Swift is made of: lyrics full of stories, clean production and this unique Taylor’s voices that fits perfectly with the concept.
  63. kureem
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I’ve truly never been more impressed with Taylor than I am right now with this album.
  64. draediamond
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    I'm an avid Kanye fan so the fact that I'm here at all should say something. This album is incredible! I've never been blown away by Taylor but this album is a true experience. I usually liken Taylor to Drake as in they both can be extrememly mediocre (and overrated) at times. Taylor has broken away from that after this album. I felt every part of this album. I saw that this was an indieI'm an avid Kanye fan so the fact that I'm here at all should say something. This album is incredible! I've never been blown away by Taylor but this album is a true experience. I usually liken Taylor to Drake as in they both can be extrememly mediocre (and overrated) at times. Taylor has broken away from that after this album. I felt every part of this album. I saw that this was an indie folk album and I didn't think it would be possible for them to compete or even surpass Bon Iver. I was wrong. Shoutout to the Swifties from a Yeezciple!… Expand
  65. JorgeSalazarW
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is simply pure art. Love the lyrics and vocals. Nice genre transition too!
  66. NewRomantic
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    folklore is the only thing getting me though these endless months of online classes, working from home and not seeing anyone ever
  67. darwinestrada77
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing body of work. A totally new turn that Swift's career is taking, and we're here for it!
  68. GeniFromDaBlock
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Wow, I am crying this is so good. I’m only 4 tracks in and this album is already a masterpiece.
  69. GFactor
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    folklore

    the 1 - 10,0 ​cardigan - 10,0 ​the last great american dynasty - 8,5 ​exile (feat. bon iver) -10,0 ​my tears ricochet - 9,0 ​mirrorball - 8,5 ​seven - 9,0 ​august -9,0 ​this is me trying - 9,0 ​illicit affairs - 8,5 ​invisible string - 9,0 ​mad woman - 9,0 ​epiphany -8,5 ​betty -9,0 ​peace -9,5 ​hoax - 9,5 Her lyrics are back better than ever    folklore

    the 1 - 10,0
    ​cardigan - 10,0
    ​the last great american dynasty - 8,5
    ​exile (feat. bon iver) -10,0
    ​my tears ricochet - 9,0
    ​mirrorball - 8,5
    ​seven - 9,0
    ​august -9,0
    ​this is me trying - 9,0
    ​illicit affairs - 8,5
    ​invisible string - 9,0
    ​mad woman - 9,0
    ​epiphany -8,5
    ​betty -9,0
    ​peace -9,5
    ​hoax - 9,5

    Her lyrics are back better than ever
  70. Matheus_Paiva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The 2x AOTY winner comebacks after 1 year of her last album with a great songbook of folks, roots and indie's anthems. So far, one of the best albuns of the year, perhaps another Grammy winner.
  71. fakemeteddy
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
  72. brunolemon04
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, nice lyrics and it’s probably her best album. Seven is the best song on the album and everyone should check it out.
  73. eyeofthedragon
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    The last thing anything would expect in this hectic year is Taylor Swift releasing another album to follow-up her bright youthful project 'Lover' a year before. If you're like me, you need a few more listens to understand the complexity of this project. In contrast to reputation, 1989, and Lover, this album doesn't rely on heavy production or experimenting with synths and basslines, butThe last thing anything would expect in this hectic year is Taylor Swift releasing another album to follow-up her bright youthful project 'Lover' a year before. If you're like me, you need a few more listens to understand the complexity of this project. In contrast to reputation, 1989, and Lover, this album doesn't rely on heavy production or experimenting with synths and basslines, but rather just her guitar, her pen, and her voice. Needless to say, this proves that Taylor Swift's strongest aspect as a musical artist and musician is her way of storytelling and songwriting. folklore is a beautifully crafted album, that might be boring to some, but such a drastic change from her previous releases I deem it a piece of art.… Expand
  74. ErickPonce13198
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece! Every album that she released is so different, exactly with the first single we was so nervous and she surprised us ❤️
  75. OhMyAlf
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Beautiful album, a chilling, haunting but ultimately gorgeous experience different from any of Swift's previous work.
  76. born_dead_jaure
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This album is everything I've ever wanted from her musically. This woman can pull every genre imaginable, her versatility is insane. The lyricism in this album challenges that of RED's, the emotion is practically palpable.
  77. akabryan
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    After listening to 'Folklore' the title makes so much sense. The album finds Taylor back at her storytelling routes and this is where she really shines. Perfectly developed characters star in short stories that are built with expertly crafted lyrics and melodies. Some of those lyrics will make you smile while others will feel like a massive punch to the gut. This isn't an album for casualAfter listening to 'Folklore' the title makes so much sense. The album finds Taylor back at her storytelling routes and this is where she really shines. Perfectly developed characters star in short stories that are built with expertly crafted lyrics and melodies. Some of those lyrics will make you smile while others will feel like a massive punch to the gut. This isn't an album for casual listening, but one to pour yourself into, hanging on every syllable and being led through the story. Taylor's raw, emotional vocal performances sound beautiful against acoustic instruments and sparse drums. It feels balanced and whole.

    I can't describe how happy and content listening to this album made me feel. This is an artist who has grown, experimented and perfected their craft and the result is truly beautiful. This is the work of a master songwriter.    … Expand
  78. Juan12353
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It's so different, beautiful, sad, and one of the best albums of the year, I think this is one of Taylor's most personal album uwu
  79. lUcOzAdExx
    Dec 7, 2020
    10
    in my opinion, this is one of the best albums in taylor's career... the sounds, the lyrics, the production, everything in this albums feels right, it gives me a lot of nice vibes, such as the forest, fire, leaves, mystery, calm, love, and so much more. but, i feel like there are some songs that are not as strong as "cardigan" or "exile", besides that, the cohesion and the coherence of thein my opinion, this is one of the best albums in taylor's career... the sounds, the lyrics, the production, everything in this albums feels right, it gives me a lot of nice vibes, such as the forest, fire, leaves, mystery, calm, love, and so much more. but, i feel like there are some songs that are not as strong as "cardigan" or "exile", besides that, the cohesion and the coherence of the album is undeniable, an excelent piece of work.… Expand
  80. slughorn
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Um álbum que veio como um refresco para 2020, intimista, com excelentes composições, um visual lindo e o clipe de "Cardigan" mostrou mais do que Taylor Swift está preparando para essa nova era. Amei o que ela nos entregou, com muito carinho e uma conversa com os fãs.
  81. SamuelPedro
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Great storytelling. Folklore just proves again what I know from Taylor by years, she is the greatest songwriter of our generation. Plus, I like her 'calm' songs.
  82. lehi
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    This is the best album I've ever heard, from begging to end just MAGICAL, love the lyrics, the production and the atmosphere each of the songs bring me.
  83. lzdilaurentis
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Excelente trabajo, la manera de contar historias en cada una de las canciones es asombroso.
  84. jdllr
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. Each song take you to another world with a beautiful voice and a simple but very effective production. This is exactly what we needed in a time like this. A perfect album, the best surprise of the year. Each song just demonstrate why Swift is the best songwriter of the last year's.
  85. goodvin25
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It sounds like nothing she's done ever before. This is her best body of work (but, of course I say that every time there's new music from her), haven't stopped listening to it, it's amazing how Taylor can always overcome herself and put something fresh and new out so we can enjoy. I'm so proud of her.
  86. MiguelAngelHuds
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album came out suddenly releasing as a single cardigan honestly Taylor has improved as an artist this could be one of his best albums
  87. x_jxxnnx_x
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    i think this is definitely one of the best albums from miss taylor swift. i love it!
  88. ccmckendry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the Taylor we all know and love, and have loved. Beyond proud of her.
  89. joaquimfel
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This is an unique album, love all of the songs, taylor is a poetry... we have to thanks her
  90. taliamarie
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Amazing album beautifully written and such a welcome surprise. My favorite Taylor album besides Reputation.
  91. JoaoAlmeida
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    é o melhor álbum dela, e não existe ser humano neste planeta que possa ne convencer do contrário
  92. Jedi49
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift has always been honest heartfelt artist writing stories and singing songs about life and all it's joys and heartbreaks Folklore is no different with it's collection of songs that shown she has grown as a artist
  93. danilosilva
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Definitivamente o melhor álbum da carreira e o melhor álbum do ano. Taylor Swift prova, mais uma vez, que é uma artista completa, versátil e que visa (e consegue) se superar a cada lançamento. Merecidamente, a artista da década!
  94. caroliinatos
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Her best album. Beautiful lyrics. Storytelling at its peak. Magical production.
  95. KennethLao
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    An unexpected but at the same time expected twist from pop superstar Taylor Swift.
  96. glisenshlump
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Built around lulling percussion, alt-rock instrumentation and a country sensibility, Folklore is a showcase of Taylor's deft hand at songwriting, resulting in some of her most delicate and poetic work to date. Her quietly dazzling eighth record strips back to let her vocal delivery and wordplay shine on tracks like Peace and Illicit Affairs, which never seem slight despite theirBuilt around lulling percussion, alt-rock instrumentation and a country sensibility, Folklore is a showcase of Taylor's deft hand at songwriting, resulting in some of her most delicate and poetic work to date. Her quietly dazzling eighth record strips back to let her vocal delivery and wordplay shine on tracks like Peace and Illicit Affairs, which never seem slight despite their simplicity. Album highlight, Cardigan, is a lush piano-based confession which aches of longing and conviction.… Expand
  97. gonzilo
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    En el delicado bosque acústico en el que se desenvuelven los dieciséis temas de “folklore”, las hermosas melodías y la brillante lírica de Taylor Swift conforman la mejor simbiosis de toda su carrera.
  98. kaslousnd
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year. Thank you for this, Taylor. You put your soul in it, in such a beautiful way. It's enchanting.
  99. 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
  100. giugiubee12
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    This is a gorgeously crafted album, with deep songcraft and thoughtful writing. I LOVED her album Lover, I think Cruel Summer should have been a summer single but then...it ended up a very cruel summer for other reasons. I only bring up that album as they are pretty non-comparable as they are from different genres. While the songwriting on both is terrific (though I think TS knows when aThis is a gorgeously crafted album, with deep songcraft and thoughtful writing. I LOVED her album Lover, I think Cruel Summer should have been a summer single but then...it ended up a very cruel summer for other reasons. I only bring up that album as they are pretty non-comparable as they are from different genres. While the songwriting on both is terrific (though I think TS knows when a line isn’t award worthy....), it’s more nuanced and connected here. It’s not a pop album, though no doubt it has many pop elements and lovely choruses. I did not like TS circa 2008, and that was based on me just finding a young precocious teen annoying, which was my loss. But I’ll get to rediscover more earlier work as she re-records it. Anyway, this album just highlights for those who discard her just because she is attractive (maybe I did...ugh) that her writing chops are at the top of the top.… 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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