folklore is quiet introspection turned into atmosphere. Restrained, literary, and emotionally muted, the album marks a deliberate departure from pop spectacle toward storytelling and mood.
It’s less about confession and more about observation; feelings seen from a distance rather than lived in real time.
Sonically, the album leans into indie folk, soft alternative, and minimalist production. Piano, acoustic guitars, and muted textures dominate, creating a hushed, cohesive soundscape. The production is elegant and tasteful, but intentionally low-impact, prioritizing calm over momentum.
Lyrically, folklore focuses on fictional narratives, memory, regret, and emotional abstraction. Taylor writes with poetic intent, favoring imagery and suggestion over immediacy. While the craftsmanship is undeniable, the emotional connection can feel distant, as if the listener is reading stories rather than inhabiting them.
The album earns 3.7 stars for its artistic ambition and consistency, but it stops short of higher ratings due to emotional uniformity. The subdued tone, while immersive, causes several tracks to blur together, reducing memorability and replay urgency.
folklore is refined, thoughtful, and beautifully composed, a strong artistic pivot that values subtlety over impact.
Favorite Track: Exile
Skip Track: Betty
Disclaimer: This Is my opinion based on personal taste and emotions.
The skip tracks are not bad songs but just songs that are less memorable.
