reputation
by Taylor Swift
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
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  1. AllMusic
    Nov 16, 2017
    60
    Upon repeated plays, these lyrics fade, as does the monochromatic production, and what's left is a coming of age album anchored by some strong Swift songs, most of which are bunched at the end of the record.
  2. Clash Music
    Nov 21, 2017
    60
    Swift’s unencumbered analysis of the tectonic shifts within her personal and public life are equal parts razor sharp and self-indulgent. But as a pop album, Reputation is never revolutionary, the adrenalin rush heady but ultimately short-lived.
  3. NOW Magazine
    Nov 13, 2017
    40
    Now, her newest batch of songs feel overly done up and superficial, with squeaky synths and drum machine beats fabricated for the club.
  5. PopMatters
    Nov 13, 2017
    60
    Reputation will end up being another glaring piece of evidence that fits in perfectly with whatever spin someone is trying to sell, but maybe in a couple of decades when we look back at it all, we'll see it for what it is: a solid if unspectacular set of pop songs.
  6. Pretty Much Amazing
    Nov 13, 2017
    58
    Reputation is, too often, an ugly sounding album. But Taylor Swift has a superhuman knack for a stunning melody. Many of these songs are downright sweet.
  7. Q Magazine
    Nov 22, 2017
    60
    Sometimes overly busy album. ... Swift soars when she is most herself. [Jan 2018, p.112]
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  8. Sputnikmusic
    Nov 10, 2017
    60
    Reputation is a hodgepodge of styles that have been percolating around the mainstream for years, repackaged into a shiny, expensive-sounding vehicle for Swift’s lyrics and sizable cult of personality.
  9. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Nov 22, 2017
    60
    Part rumination on engaging with the pop icon and part deep end even after eating the meal, Reputation keeps the ball in the air, argues for moving forward, even if it’s herky jerky.

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User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 4572 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,770 out of 4572
  2. Mixed: 188 out of 4572
  3. Negative: 614 out of 4572
  1. stmedina
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    This is obviously the best pop album of the year. And that's saying something, because Lorde's sophomore album was very good as well. TaylorThis is obviously the best pop album of the year. And that's saying something, because Lorde's sophomore album was very good as well. Taylor took everything people are saying about her and turned it into lyrical gold-as she always does. Buy it. Buy one for your grandma, grandpa, dog, cat, fish, sugar bowl. Literally, everything could use a little reputation in its life. :)… Full Review »
  2. nguyennguyen
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    No matter what people say, she is still successful with her amazingly nice album. No matter what people say, she is still successful with herNo matter what people say, she is still successful with her amazingly nice album. No matter what people say, she is still successful with her amazingly nice album. No matter what people say, she is still successful with her amazingly nice album.… Full Review »
  3. lukectd
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    Taylor Swift show off her talent in a fun and enchanting pop album. The songwritting is on fire, the melodys are catchy, her vocals are betterTaylor Swift show off her talent in a fun and enchanting pop album. The songwritting is on fire, the melodys are catchy, her vocals are better than ever. Great peace of art.… Full Review »
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