evermore
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Dec 11, 2020
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 5669 Ratings

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  1. stilesmccall
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    If we thought she had topped herself with folklore, there she is again proving we're always wrong.
  2. umiares
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Another masterpiece!
  3. taetae1995
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    just like it’s predecessor “folklore”, “evermore” has the role of transporting you to another universe, it is as if you are in an epiphany of feelings while listening, leaving you calm and excited at the same time. with “evermore” taylor further proved her artistic versatility and her ability to make incredible music regardless of genre. this pinnacle of this album is on the tracks; “nojust like it’s predecessor “folklore”, “evermore” has the role of transporting you to another universe, it is as if you are in an epiphany of feelings while listening, leaving you calm and excited at the same time. with “evermore” taylor further proved her artistic versatility and her ability to make incredible music regardless of genre. this pinnacle of this album is on the tracks; “no body no crime”, “champagne problems” and “marjorie”.… Expand
  4. Jeffwith2fs
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Never thought she could do a better album than folklore and she really surprised me. amazing album full of beautiful lyrics she's one of the few artists that can really tell us stories through her albums.
  5. brar
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Wow, she did that. She released folklore 5 months ago and managed to outdo it in evermore
  6. alextay
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Great album! At lived up to its expectations as folklore's sister. It's the embodiment of a perfect continuation of a literary piece.
  7. reut
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    another emotionally beautiful album by Taylor who makes you feel things you didn’t know you were capable of feeling, over situations you’ve never even been in.
  8. jackson1030
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Folklore make me feels like she's started to go into the forest for adventure and she's keep telling stories about what she found in the forest as she keeps walking deeper. This album is like she's already walked into the most deep place of the forest and she finally found out the most magical part of the forest. This album is pure magical, pure art, very refreshing and cool just likeFolklore make me feels like she's started to go into the forest for adventure and she's keep telling stories about what she found in the forest as she keeps walking deeper. This album is like she's already walked into the most deep place of the forest and she finally found out the most magical part of the forest. This album is pure magical, pure art, very refreshing and cool just like autumn and winter. The story telling is about all the magic she found inside the forest. It's all so real but not at the same time. It's magic. I don't think someone can make an album that is as good as this one. Folklore and evermore album of the year.… Expand
  9. ANdreMC
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Este álbum sin duda superó los límites de folklore y podría decirse que de manera progresiva se tornó más experimental
  10. DRANIXMETA
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor’s evermore is like a friendlier treat compre to its older sister folklore. The new album is good for celebrations, random family gatherings, friends night games... its just so perfect. Personal favorite - no body no crime.
  11. Satwiky
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    So beautifully crafted album by the magical music goddess, Tay! Tolerate it, gold rush and no body, no crime are my most favourites!
  12. Bawin
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Apart from being a fantastic Side B to Folklore, Evermore proves itself to be a masterful compilation of tales and impressionist ideas located deep in Swift's head, personified. It is the tail to Folklore's head. It is a Kamala Harris to Folklore's Joe Biden.
  13. Smilermelli21
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Albun of the Year Grammy's 2022. I think this is one of the best albums i've ever heard.
  14. azp
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    i rate it a perfect ten because I feel like it.
    The Lyrics are on another level and some of the transitions are dope.
  15. davideduardo
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    taylor conseguiu!! evermore é uma continuação mais que perfeita para o folklore.
  16. dionywsuz
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Essa mulher é perspicaz em tudo o que faz, e nesse projeto não foi diferente. As músicas me trouxeram uma paz gigante, sou grato a ela por isso.
  17. papelouplastico
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    ela eh o momento caras, nao tem pra ninguem! amo! lenda demais. a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
  18. bobosparkles
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Second part of folklore trilogy is here. Tay never disappoints us. She's the best.
  19. joeevans4203
    Mar 1, 2021
    10
    She is a queen she is the moment evermore is the best album ever yup ended BTS’nnnnnn
  20. rodolfodealmeid
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    A stunning and beautiful journey. I loved this album, even though folklore is still my favorite. Shout out to Evermore and Coney Island
  21. mehmetali
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album reflects folkore in a different perspective. New themes and new stories waiting for you in this album. It's a grower like folklore. I don't know which one is more beautiful cz it's not even 12 hours of this album.
  22. Rubentenis
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Disco estupendo.....me parece una continuación de folklore pero con un acercamiento más hacia el pop en alguna canción Evermore+ un poco de 1989....a mí personalmente me encanta el dueto con Haim
  23. alansoares
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Outro álbum perfeito. Mais uma vez, as composição ganham destaque, apenas comprovando o óbvio: Taylor é, junto com Lana Del Rey, as melhores compositoras do mainstream. Gostei mais do 'folklore' porém o 'evermore' é muito bom. O feat. com as irmãs Haim poderia ter tido mais participação das irmãs, porém continua muito boa.
  24. Lucasswiftie
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    E vamos de 10 porque a rainha mais uma vez entrega algo impecável. Amo de mais essa habilidade de fazer músicas limpas e com um dom de impressionar todos a sua volta. Taylor é sim um gênio e não precisa mais provar nada pra ninguém.
  25. JoaoGabriel13
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Y'all why are y'all doing this masterpiece dirty by saying that this album is a reject from folklore? What's not clicking about evermore is a sister record of folklore? This is no brainer, so shut your trap. Anyway, this is one of the best album that was released this year whether you like it or not. Changes can choke. Possible for a nomination in the Grammys next year also.Manifesting....Y'all why are y'all doing this masterpiece dirty by saying that this album is a reject from folklore? What's not clicking about evermore is a sister record of folklore? This is no brainer, so shut your trap. Anyway, this is one of the best album that was released this year whether you like it or not. Changes can choke. Possible for a nomination in the Grammys next year also.Manifesting.... #evermore
    #FOLKLOREAOTY    … Expand
  26. gmelo
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Folklore raised the bar for Taylor's upcoming albums and Evermore passed with flying colours on the test.
  27. guispinho
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    taylor, again, shows how an amazing songwriter she is! I love her so much that it’s impossible to describe it!
  28. Aisaza
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Te amo Taylor, gracias por este álbum, definitivamente salvaste este año, eres la mejor asieza
  29. gsgsgaurav2
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    best album ever. it's more alternative. and lyricism is beautiful. it ages like fine wine with every revisit. evermore and folklore are gems in taylors discography .
  30. lastkissy
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    the 2nd best album of 2020, comparing with folklore it have the best songs, it may be not 100% cohesive, but individually he have the best songs
  31. Rhai
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    parabéns Taylor, novamente você se mostrou uma artista versátil e que está sempre saindo a zona de conforto para trazer o melhor.
  32. wmslmd13
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Álbum impecável! Que surpresa gostosa e feliz... não esperava ser surpreendido tão cedo por uma delícia tão melódica mente dramática e angustiante, com pitadas excêntricas e notas bem humoradas, além de ser líricamente surpreendente e alegre.
    Como Swift menso disse, é claramente a irmã mais nova e arrisco dizer mais madura do folklore.
  33. GalvanicSalon
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It keeps getting better after each listen. Nothing to complain about this masterpiece.
  34. daylightlovers
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Honestly, I was a bit worried at first but she always pulls through, and she def did this time! After listening to this multiple times, this is tied with folklore as her best works, im honestly shocked and im so happy too. Each listen gets better too! The magnificent production on songs like 'gold rush' and 'cowboy like me' are exceptional and serve as some of my faves on the record!Honestly, I was a bit worried at first but she always pulls through, and she def did this time! After listening to this multiple times, this is tied with folklore as her best works, im honestly shocked and im so happy too. Each listen gets better too! The magnificent production on songs like 'gold rush' and 'cowboy like me' are exceptional and serve as some of my faves on the record! Definitely check this album out, its worth it, its something Swift does best.… Expand
  35. Taygendary
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    One of taylor’s best albums, and an amazing continuation to folklore. She outdid herself
  36. Melodrema
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    She just keeps winning... the power she holds still amazes me. Wow Miss Swift, work
  37. Yllton
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Assim como no folklore, nossa Taylor consegue se sobressair no "evermore". O álbum é simplesmente impecável, a forma, o conceito e a melodia andam de mãos dadas. Não é pelo motivo de ser fã dela, mas nossa fave a cada vez que ressurge no mundo da música, é nítida a evolução. Taylor Swift é a indústria da música!!!
  38. Manuelmata
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Un excelente álbum por parte de Tay, una lírica hermosa, buenos sonidos y la voz de Taylor cada vez es mejor! Definitivamente uno de sus mejores álbumes con joyas como Willow, gold rush, champagne problems, right where you left me y Dorothea!
  39. ArpitJ
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A once in a lifetime album. My favourite of the year. Currently it's getting overshadowed it's giant predecessor but in a few years people will realize it's worth and deem it her best record up to this point of her career because I'm pretty sure there are more great things to come.… Expand
  40. estcarreras
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen queen
  41. A66
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor did it again, a perfect masterpiece, the storytelling is what Taylor was made for, she has the power and the ability to create worlds where in these moments you can lose yourself in them. Thank you, Taylor.
  42. Spriha
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    She topped folklore! Really beautiful. Would recommend soaking in it. Taylor Swift really sabed 2020
  43. MarTri
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Perfection sums it up.
    P.S. isn't is so stupid how most of her negative reviews are people sayings nice things about the album who forgot to set a score? people are that dumb.
  44. iamedipo
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    O irmão caçula do folklore não poderia ser inferior em nada. A Taylor entregou simplesmente tudo com evermore, um álbum gostoso pra ouvir a todo momento. Recomendo!!!
  45. Henry15
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore is a sister album of folklore, both are lyrical masterpiece and my favourite song so far on this album are willow, champagne problems, ivy and so much more.
  46. Palmetto
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor says that evermore is the sister album to folklore, but I can’t help but think that evermore is a sister to all 8 of Taylor’s previous albums. I wonder how much re-recording her previous albums inspired the song writing and production in evermore, because you can hear callbacks to each different era within the songs collected o here. At its core, evermore not only demonstrates thatTaylor says that evermore is the sister album to folklore, but I can’t help but think that evermore is a sister to all 8 of Taylor’s previous albums. I wonder how much re-recording her previous albums inspired the song writing and production in evermore, because you can hear callbacks to each different era within the songs collected o here. At its core, evermore not only demonstrates that the old Taylor is alive and well, but that her previous albums led her so wondrously and brutally here in evermore.… Expand
  47. AlissonReinan
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    melancholy, sensitive and brilliant.
    After the brilliant Folklore, we received a precise and extremely polished diamond. Once again Swift spoiled one of the year's best raw materials
  48. basicspice
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I don't know how she keeps doing it, but album after album is a masterpiece, i love it and her. This is full of beautiful songs that are a flawless follow up to folklore
  49. Thallesmilk
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is just amazing! Taylor gave more happy songs to the fans who love them but still kept the slower ones. It’s a nice way to continue folklore’s storyline.
  50. JadeeU
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift releases another album 4 months after she released her critically acclaimed album folklore. Evermore, which is the sister album of folklore, really stood up as sister as they are not alike. Folklore is more of a sad lyrically songs while evermore is a mixed happy and contented songs. She really is the songwriter genius of our generation.
  51. Annah
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Magic! Another masterpiece from Taylor Swift. I'm in love with No Body No Crime and Willow.
  52. Tintin1706
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It's truly amazing how she managed herself to top folklore when we all thought it was impossible
  53. Phyoe
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    All I can say is She's always giving us the best I love both folklore and Evermore
  54. Fedefromars
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Degna sorella di folklore. Taylor ha trasmesso tutto il suo amore per la musica ancora una volta.
  55. lndang1106
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Inheriting the artistry from its sister record 'folklore', the excellence of 'evermore' should never be questioned by anyone. The album may not please everyone at first listen but it is such a grower that at the end, there are undoubtedly 0 skips. Some highlights are 'willow', 'no body, no crime', 'champagne problems', 'gold rush', 'marjorie', 'dorothea', 'evermore',...
  56. GuiSegura
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito, como tudo que você faz!
    Obrigado por salvar 2020 outra vez.
  57. carlosgerhardt
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    brilliant, beautiful, soulfull, lyrical materpiece, the artist of the decade at her greatest.
  58. Samusjr
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Foda.
    Espetacular.
    História.
    Sentimentos.
    Melodias.
    Produções.
    Tudo que um álbum necessita.
  59. gibibikow
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    the perfect continuation for what she started with folklore. this album is everything I needed to end this year and I didn't know that. Thank you Taylor, love you forever.
  60. bm_atwell
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    With 'evermore' Taylor takes what she built with 'folklore' and ran with it. It very clearly is a companion album to 'folklore' (as Swift stated on social media that it would be) but feels like its own work apart from folklore as well. With a lengthy album such as this, it can be easy to feel bored or lost toward the end; but not with 'evermore'. Taylor makes this hour long album feel likeWith 'evermore' Taylor takes what she built with 'folklore' and ran with it. It very clearly is a companion album to 'folklore' (as Swift stated on social media that it would be) but feels like its own work apart from folklore as well. With a lengthy album such as this, it can be easy to feel bored or lost toward the end; but not with 'evermore'. Taylor makes this hour long album feel like only 5 minutes; as soon as its over i'm itching to play it again. It is everything its magnificent predecessor lacked: much variety, more melodic tunes while still keeping the masterful storytelling of folklore.… Expand
  61. 145
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    An album that need more listens to be fully understood, made as a gift to fans to celebrate her 31 birthday. This is a Taylor not more interested in chart performances or commercial success: it’s more a cottagecore Taylor with the need to tell stories.
  62. TswiftLover
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Love it, thank you Taylor... My favorites are willow, evermore, ivy and tolerate it
  63. ady90920
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Another magical experience that takes you on a journey with every song! Taylor Swift has such a way with words that I find myself loving the album more and more every time I listen to it. Her storytelling skills are unmatched and she delivers every time she puts out an album. She can only go up from here!
  64. Tine_5swelf
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so much. It brought me to the world of literature and poem. omg it is like a warmth in the heart… Expand
  65. antonio1389
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album just proves that Taylor Swift is a master in creating, she was born to create and imagine, her songwriting snd storytelling is otherworldly but she also proves she is already a legend snd has nothing to prove, she just makes art without having any other factor in count, she is one of the geniuses of our time
  66. Dalanlantu
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I will always have anticipation about Taylor Swift. She is the most talented artsiest of our generation. Thanks to god I am able to have her music through the difficult nights.
  67. NathGomes
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor did it again! This album is another masterpice. Lyrically incredible and well constructed. I’m in love With all these songs
  68. Otto_
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Came for the music, stayed for the excellent storytelling. More experimental than “folklore”, but still true to its old-soul vibe, “evermore” is a masterful exploration of words and stories as well as emotions and sounds.
  69. Elsee
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Such as a beautiful album, cotinueat thematically as amazing as folklore, telling us beautiful stories
  70. pedpach
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album is yet another masterpiece from the greatest songwriter of our generation. Taylor Swifts creates a new world for our ears full of poetry, different representations of love and the amazing lyrics we are all used to since her first record, an album that is clearly not made for mainstream audiences but for her beloved and unconditional fans but thanks to her star power it willThis album is yet another masterpiece from the greatest songwriter of our generation. Taylor Swifts creates a new world for our ears full of poetry, different representations of love and the amazing lyrics we are all used to since her first record, an album that is clearly not made for mainstream audiences but for her beloved and unconditional fans but thanks to her star power it will become another one of her big successes.… Expand
  71. Deves
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Just when you thought she cant top folklore she released this masterpiece!!!!!
  72. brendapamponet
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    THE BEST ALBUM!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  73. Edgar132
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La forma en la Taylor hizo un álbum más experimental en el género es impresionante… Expand
  74. Mariositi
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Lirically deep, this album goes further than folklore in creating stories, but stays in that line that characterizes both albums, simply wonderful
  75. RamonMarques
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Taylor Swift is the best when it comes to compositions, her melodies are beautiful. Certainly Evermore is the younger brother of the incredible Folklore.
  76. jaimepatriciom
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This **** is perfect, This **** is perfect, This **** is perfect, This **** is perfect. Swift really help my heart.
  77. Patkaland
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    How does she do it? With every album she continues to surprise us and top the previous record. She’s truly a mad woman.
  78. Lcalandrini
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Another beautiful album with beautiful songs. Taylor proves one more time that her can do whatever she wants
  79. tais1234
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor Swift and Aaron Dessner did it again. Incredible work that will keep us listening over and over for many months.
  80. Carpio
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    El álbum muestra aun más la evolución creativa de Swift, creando un mundo de narrativa inigualable.
  81. Pez050603
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Taylor really outdoes himself with every album he releases, this masterpiece is pure art and I can't ask for more of it
  82. Styletoowell
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    ela nunca erra, em menos de 1 ano ja serviu outro álbum perfeito, taylor swift você é a maior mesmo
  83. AndyVasquez1997
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    This album is the most incredible of Taylor. Taylor Alison Swift thank you so much.
  84. adrnplls
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore is one of the best albums released this year along with her sister record, folklore! evermore, again, proved that Taylor Swift can create a masterpiece anytime she wants to. It’s a superb album so i’m giving it 10/10!!
  85. emltg
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing!!! 2020 was the year for TayTay. I Love this album. just so good and so true.
  86. FelipeRibeiroDS
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    She is The Music Industry. Taylor continua em um universo lindo e mágico que criou maravilhosamente
  87. Victrejo
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album, it's beautifully written and the songs have a different taste, I loved it ❤️❤️… Expand
  88. Anaclarapachecs
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    evermore is not just an album, it is a cultural reset, the oxygen you breathe, it's a lifestyle, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves, its an art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted
  89. coreywayne
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most amazing albums of all time!!! Her lyricism is beyond anything I could’ve ever dreamed of!!… Expand
  90. juliadv
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    You would never know folklore needed a sister until you hear evermore. And of course, it is a gem, as always.
  91. Hidekielixir
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    As a sister album to folklore, it doesn't disappoint and adds more spice to it
  92. abdulhalim9613
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This album gets better everytime you listen to it. That's how powerful it is. Album of the year alongside with her eldest sister, yes that's right you can't sit with em. Go home!
  93. Derrck
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    It' s **** one of the greatest Taylor's album. I have already replayed it thousand times
  94. Nicolasicot
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    A sequel to our incredible escapade into the confined brain of Taylor Swift. Even further in her mind we see how the magic of her writing is born, and it's just beautiful!
  95. Mrat
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Evermore is a rightful continuation of folklore and taylor proves that she is a songwriting genius once more
  96. mukundmadhav
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    The album is the perfect chapter 2 to the beautiful world of folklore. Evermore.
  97. themyy13
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For Taylor Swift, 2020 was a year full of unexpected leaps. She showed that in July, when she dropped the homespun Folklore; she confirmed it again last month, when she released the documentary The Long Pond Studio Sessions and that film's attendant live album. And she demonstrated it once more on Thursday morning, when she announced her ninth full-length and Folklore's "sister record," Evermore.


    Folklore was a surprise on multiple levels: It was announced about 18 hours before its release; the collaborators she brought into the fold, including Aaron Dessner of the cognoscenti-beloved rockers the National, added dimensions to the sounds surrounding her already-formidable storytelling; and those stories focused on new characters, whether weary frontline workers or love-possessed teenagers. Evermore, recorded in the wake of Folklore after Swift "just kept writing," offers a different kind of revelation: It expands on its predecessor's promise in thrilling ways, with Swift cracking open her universe of subjects and following musical ideas to serendipitous places.

    Swift's lyric-writing abilities feel leveled-up on Evermore, its characters drawn in pointillistic detail. The gently weepy busted-engagement lament "Champagne Problems" opens with the couplet "You booked the night train for a reason/ So you could sit there in this hurt," a knifepoint depiction of someone looking to escape from themselves, and not just their situation. The luminous "'Tis the Damn Season" flips the seasonal-song script, Swift unspooling the story of a home-for-the-holidays fling amidst guitars that swirl like Hallmark-movie snowflakes. "Long Story Short" glances down the darker alleys branching off memory lane, its crisp beat turning its look back at the bad times into a shudder and its final line — "long story short, I survived" — into a sigh of relief. "Cowboy Like Me" depicts two con artists' slip-slide into romance, its sweet guitars and stray harmonica riffs adding a candlelit glow to its love story.


    Similarly, the musical risks on Evermore are bigger, both in scope and in payoff. "Tolerate It," a masterful portrayal of a marriage trapped in a downward spiral behind its smooth façade, mines extra tension from a rhythmic structure that echoes its lyrics' keeping-up-appearances anxiety — particularly when Swift growls "While you were out building other worlds, where was I?" on the bridge, syllables tumbling out at the speed of thought. "Marjorie," which honors the wisdom of Swift's grandmother Marjorie Finlay, uses a recording of the late opera singer as a counterpoint to Swift whisper-singing, "And if I didn't know better/ I'd think you were singing to me now," near the song's end; Finlay's fluttery soprano hovers above buzzing strings and synths, giving life to Swift's hunch. The title track, which closes the album, brings Justin Vernon of Bon Iver back to the forefront (he plays and supplies backing vocals elsewhere) for a musical representation of love bringing someone back from the brink, with Vernon's ghostly wail rising from the increasingly tumultuous music and ultimately serving as Swift's anchor. And then there's "No Body, No Crime," the collaboration with longtime Swift pals HAIM. An updated murder ballad — the honky-tonk's replaced by an Olive Garden, and at one point Danielle Haim punctuates Swift's claim of plausible deniability with a deadpan "she was with me, dude" — it's a callback to Swift's country roots that illuminates her growth as a songwriter since her debut full-length came out 14 years ago. "I have no idea what will come next," Swift wrote in a statement accompanying Evermore's release — something that observers could have said about what to expect from the singer had they been asked before they headed to bed on Wednesday night. That's probably for the best, though: Freedom from expectations has, both with this album and its predecessor, led to Swift's leaps giving new heights to her already-pretty-skyscraping career. A

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  98. princetswift
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    OMG her mind! she just gave us two best albums os the year, ariana talentless grande could never.
  99. PhyoeWaiZaw
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    This is the best album since Folklore. Taylor was much more productive than we imagine
  100. Zruffolo
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    an uplifting yet equally stimulating companion to folklore. swift has outdone herself yet again.
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Universal acclaim - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. Uncut
    Jan 12, 2021
    80
    It is without question a wintering record, but out of this muted musical landscape songs of great and complex beauty emerge. [Mar 2021, p.34]
  2. No Ripcord
    Dec 31, 2020
    80
    Even though we get a catchy moment of goofy, snarling country midway through, the album is a result of the emotional clarity that a year in quarantine provided. Swift has written about curdling relationships splendidly in the past, but there's a new dimension to her writing that wasn’t there before. Onward.
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  3. Under The Radar
    Dec 22, 2020
    80
    The pandemic seems to have freed her, given her the space to breathe, and has allowed her to produce her most elegant and sophisticated work to date.
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