Red (Taylor's Version)
by Taylor Swift
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Nov 12, 2021
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8.9

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  1. Rault
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Es increíble lo. Que taylor swift puede hacer con un álbum que ya todos conocían, me parece impensable que hasta hoy 9 años después escuchemos la versión completa de all to well y las canciones del baúl
  2. Zeynep13
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    She is The music industry. All songs are literal fire. It was a roller coaster.
  3. Colinmllr
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great in the vault tracks. The only reason I hate Taylor Swift is that she kept these bangers all the time away from us. Guess there’s nothing like a mad (wo)man.… Expand
  4. leniswagger
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    I could write an entire essay on the symbolism and parallels of this album. She is the music industry! Her lyrics are her strongest quality!
  5. taylorworld16
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    The line "f#### the patriarchy" alone is reason enough for a 10/10 ranking.
  6. Hassine
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Brilliant!! The new versions are a real pleasure and compared to tbe ones on fearless, she went out of her ways and even changed the production of some. A bold choice specifically for songs that we have lived and enjoyed for 9 years now. The vault tracks add to the poetically brilliant
    storytelling
  7. Tavisha
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    I mean this album killed it! It was more that what was expected each and every song was absolutely amazing and the short film was everything we all needed. The production was awesome. I don't think I need to comment upon the lyricism as it is a Taylor swift album so it is understood that it will be amazing.. The album is a perfect Sad girl autumn. Will recommend it to everyone.
  8. Pauloscky
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum increíble que ha sabido cómo mejorar, la versión robada de Red era una obra de arte, pero con la regrabacion Taylor ha hecho que se convierta en una obra maestra, Taylor envejece como el buen vino… Expand
  9. amymi
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    absolute masterpiece. so perfect, vocals are incredible. well done taylor!!
  10. ntcong261
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    She has really outdone herself with this re-recording ! ! ! All I could ever ask for and more !!
  11. Alexaadn
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Taylor siempre dejando en claro que ella siempre puede hacer las cosas de mejor manera, siempre superandose a si misma porque ella es su unica competencia. Realmente hizo una obra maestra dirgida para sus fans pero amada por el publico general, una vez más Taylor Swift is the music industry.
  12. cordyy
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    crying right now i swear this album is so **** good lmfao like did she put coke in it
  13. jredkun13
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I'm so proud of you Taylor. I'm so happy to be able to witness your eras again.
  14. aldredmns13
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This is me reviving the memories from past, Album of the decade for a reason. Taylor's favorite album!!
  15. manningn15
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Taylor has done it again; taking her original album and improving upon it with her maturer, stronger, and cleaner vocals and the addition of new songs. Taylor's vocals are outstanding, I'll say it again that she has really improved vocally since her beginning having much stronger and cleaner vocals nowadays but her deliveries have always been flawless been perfect at conveying emotions andTaylor has done it again; taking her original album and improving upon it with her maturer, stronger, and cleaner vocals and the addition of new songs. Taylor's vocals are outstanding, I'll say it again that she has really improved vocally since her beginning having much stronger and cleaner vocals nowadays but her deliveries have always been flawless been perfect at conveying emotions and this album is no exception. The "from the Vault" songs are all very well written and my favorites are Message in a Bottle, All Too Well" (10 minute version), Forever Winter, Nothing New, and Better Man but I honestly love them all. The production is excellent; very crisp and clean. Also the message from Taylor on the Apple Music version was cool and sweet. Another A+ album from Taylor Swift and one of my favorite albums of the year.… Expand
  16. oligadbilao13
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    AMAZING AS ALWAYS! All of the tracks of this album is phenomenal. It brings so much memories from my life in 2012-2013. Hearing my new personal favorites again from this album is a mixed feelings of nostalgia, heartbreak & magic. The vault tracks are also good. A MUST LISTEN ALBUM! ❤️
  17. GratefulAnxiety
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    A truly beautiful re-recording. From the amazing Red, Treacherous, Nothing New, and the sad masterpiece Ronan. 100% would recommend
  18. Mrup20
    Nov 12, 2021
    0
    Tired. Juvinelle. Petty. Grow up. Evolve. Move on. This is an example of her one note ability to do little more than rewrite the same version of childish bitter prose - no one more vindicating than its former.
  19. rtargaryen
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really love the album, it feels so good to hear Taylor owning her music. Red (Taylor's Version) is a great contender for a Grammy Award.… Expand
  20. Ayush3210
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    literally the best. um yeah sooooo, i don't know what else to say. speechless is what it is.
  21. Danielagh
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing, in my opinion, it's one of Taylor's best albums
  22. danielacu2341
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is amazing, all the vault tracks are amazing and taylors vocals are everything. PERFECTION
  23. nils-sjoberg
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Breathes a new life into one of Swift's most iconic albums. Truly a mosaic of broken hearts, with beautiful, emotional and raw lyrics with elevated production and phenomenal vault tracks. 'Nothing New' is heartbreaking and raw a perfect duet with the super talented Phoebe Bridgers, a beautiful song for Swift's first female duet, magical.… Expand
  24. Lolu
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS ÁLBUM IS A HUGE MASTERPIECE. STATE OF GRACE ACOUSTIC AND SAD BEAUTIFUL TRAGIC ARE JUSTS MAGICAL. AND GIRL AT HOME IS A BOMB!

    ACTUALLY I'M LOVING LYRICALLY NOTHING NEW AND RUN.    … Expand
  25. DiegoRSwift
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Her more mature voice and the upgraded production of this album, makes it deserve a 10/10.
    The lyrics, her voice change, and her ability to make a 9 years old song feel like new it's amazing.
    You can feel Taylor's emotions and feelings while writing and recording this, that's fantastic.
  26. SerenaPhan
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    There are so many changes and surprisingly, none at the same time. So proud of the journey Taylor and Swifties have gone through.
  27. pedrotameirao
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    As New York time said once, Taylor Swift arrived at a place at industry that few stars can’t even hope to dream on to be someday
  28. Sanin
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    13/10 it's literally the best album ever atw10mv is literally the best song ever
  29. Eniola1999
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    An absolutely brilliant re-recorded album. An emotional rollercoaster. 10/10.
  30. nojams
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Red (Taylor's Version) is phenomenal. I expected way less but she delivered. It's such a great reimagination of a classic, staying faithful to the emotions of the original record while taking the chance to improve on it with heightened production and vocal quality.
  31. httbreno
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing from start to finish! Thank you for that Taylor! She managed to make a 10-minute song not tiring, all too well 10 minute tells an extremely intense story, and everyone needs to hear her.
  32. Ruinstonsua
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A MASTERPIECE ❗❗❗
    Taylor Swift never disappoint me.
    Forever grateful to this Version espicially All Too Well, Come back..be here and State of Grace    … Expand
  33. 13usu13
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing as always, fans ask and she delivers. It is a long album, no one said it wasn't, but that's not a bad thing? just a preference, i don't know why people are downvoting the album for that. Taylor, thank you, thank you, thank you. Nothing New has become my new favorite song, their voices fit so well together,, I hope they collab more in the future
  34. LeoGrande_
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Hermoso álbum, de las del baúl destacan nothing new y message in a bottle realmente una excelente progresión vocal de parte de taylor
  35. checoberenjena
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    RED aged like a good wine, the original work was already something cohesive and magnificent but this reissue with new songs and the mature voice of Miss Swift make it a journey unbridled by various feelings that surround love, only she could make the album of the year with a re-recorded album.
  36. floatinglights
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    A classic heartbreak album, only it's even better AND owned by Taylor Swift!
  37. daydreamlover
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This is the very first era I celebrated becoming an official swiffer. Here for blondie reclaiming her art wbk.
  38. danilosilva
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    A Taylor consegue, mais uma vez, a proeza de melhorar aquilo que as pessoas já consideram bom demais. Red (Taylor’s Version) é uma obra de arte, todas as músicas “from the vault” são maravilhosas (não sei como ela teve coragem de deixar de fora da tracklist). E nem vou comentar sobre “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) porque é só ouvir essa amostra da mais pura arte para entender aA Taylor consegue, mais uma vez, a proeza de melhorar aquilo que as pessoas já consideram bom demais. Red (Taylor’s Version) é uma obra de arte, todas as músicas “from the vault” são maravilhosas (não sei como ela teve coragem de deixar de fora da tracklist). E nem vou comentar sobre “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) porque é só ouvir essa amostra da mais pura arte para entender a grandiosamente. Enfim, Taylor Swift artista do século!… Expand
  39. Ledesmaron
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La definición perfecta de envejecer bien con el tiempo, RED, como el vino, cada vez mejor.… Expand
  40. Track5
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy. Fvck the patriarchy.
  41. JD_azile
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Absolutely perfect. I'm so proud of her, this album made me cry so many times.
  42. BaoNgo
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is so good!!! Even though it’s over 2hrs but I don’t get tired or bored listening to it.
  43. sanctiago
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Red was already a masterpiece but red tv ahhhhh it's better. y ya no se que más decir
  44. brunolemon04
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This new version is so much better and a lot of the songs are improved, i loved this album.
  45. AbiBlck
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Red (Taylor's Version) superó todas mis expectativas, lo cual parecía imposible. Red ya era uno de los mejores álbumes dentro de la carrera de Taylor y la forma en que ella logra subir el nivel, la calidad de algo que ya era fantástico, solo nos demuestra el verdadero talento que tiene. La madurez en su voz y en su interpretación te llena totalmente de una nostalgia arrebatadora, hayRed (Taylor's Version) superó todas mis expectativas, lo cual parecía imposible. Red ya era uno de los mejores álbumes dentro de la carrera de Taylor y la forma en que ella logra subir el nivel, la calidad de algo que ya era fantástico, solo nos demuestra el verdadero talento que tiene. La madurez en su voz y en su interpretación te llena totalmente de una nostalgia arrebatadora, hay tantos matices por disfrutar y verdaderamente es una experiencia sublime.… Expand
  46. Missingboys
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is absolutely beautiful and we can see her effort to be the best. Deserve to be one of your playlists.
  47. agnibhughosh
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    the way she elevated each and every song and the TEN MINUTE VERSION OMG RIP ME
  48. Matheusroberto
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Red album was already phenomenal and timeless, but its re-recording transcended perfection. This is definitely album of the year.… Expand
  49. Rocksea
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    It is extremely difficult to surpass Red (2012), but Taylor somehow manages to perfect and reimagine an already immaculate album in Red (Taylor's Version). FOR REAL.

    Save for a few noticeable changes in sound (e.g. Ed Sheeran's flat harmonies in EHC, off-beat Taylor on the second verse of The Lucky One), the album is a perfect two-hour listen. Exhilarating, shocking, and fantastic all    It is extremely difficult to surpass Red (2012), but Taylor somehow manages to perfect and reimagine an already immaculate album in Red (Taylor's Version). FOR REAL.

    Save for a few noticeable changes in sound (e.g. Ed Sheeran's flat harmonies in EHC, off-beat Taylor on the second verse of The Lucky One), the album is a perfect two-hour listen. Exhilarating, shocking, and fantastic all at the same time.

    To anyone who wants to listen, PLEASE VISIT THE VAULT SONGS. You will love 'em, I promise.

    Best tracks: Nothing New TV (ft. Phoebe Bridgers)
    All Too Well TV
    Message in a Bottle TV    … Expand
  50. Gabyhungaro
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    a masterpiece!! she maneged to raise the level to what was already a 10/10 she is BRILLIANT
  51. Camilatavares
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the red album was already a beautiful and meaningful album but this version is absolutely amazing, I have no words to describe the feeling that makes me cry everything I listen to.
    SHE IS the music industry and the all too well 10min version is one of the best songs I’ve ever listened.    … Expand
  52. lorde_daniel
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Her classic gets better than ever and also the vault tracks some of them are bops
  53. Luisdo
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Turned an already classic album into something that even further solidifies her as the reigning champ of modern music.
  54. paltareina
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    It's been a long time since I listen to this album in full, and lord, it's good.
    All Too Well, Begin Again, and I knew You Were Trouble, are top tier.
  55. Cs5759
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is her magum opus in so many ways, and the new editions only add value to the record. The only flaw that I can detect is the production on some of her old singles, but other than that, I enjoyed it.
  56. alexisraziel13
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    It’s incredible how only Taylor can make even bigger a re-recording, and that’s because this album is just a classic
  57. ravivdsz
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is definitely a M-A-S-T-E-R-P-I-E-C-E, with all the letters. Re-recording Red was the best thing that Taylor could give to her fans this year, specially for All Too Well 10 Min Version and all the other songs that, for Christ's sake, ARE AMAZING. I can't describe how happy i am to listen one of my favorite albums of my favorite singer getting re-recorded and, wow Taylor, you'reThis album is definitely a M-A-S-T-E-R-P-I-E-C-E, with all the letters. Re-recording Red was the best thing that Taylor could give to her fans this year, specially for All Too Well 10 Min Version and all the other songs that, for Christ's sake, ARE AMAZING. I can't describe how happy i am to listen one of my favorite albums of my favorite singer getting re-recorded and, wow Taylor, you're definitely are my Achilles's Heel.

    I'll remember this all too well.    … Expand
  58. theserenekiller
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous! Like a fine wine but given in an even more stunning glass than 9 years ago and with something extra to snack between single sips.
  59. lululubernardes
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Even though it is - as TS said herself - a patchwork of different genres, everything on Red works so beautifully together because it sounds exactly how heartbreak feels. All the features are perfectly paired and All Too Well 10MV is THE definition of art. Will be listening to it until my last day on this earth. Thank you, Taylor.
  60. Msbeans
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    There's nothing more to say cause it's ✨PERFECTION✨ People are gonna remember it ALL TOO WELL, I am proud to be one of the swifties who got to see and hear this sad, beautiful, tragic MASTERPIECE. SHE'S A LIVING LEGEND AND WE STAND WITH THE RIGHT QUEEN ❤️
  61. ZenGazellian
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album took me to a whole new level of perception. Taylor Swift never really failed to amaze me. Kudos! Bye, Red (Stolen Version)
  62. ANsart11
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Red, was a phenomenal album. All 19 tracks. Red (Taylor’s Version), enhanced the experience even further. Starting off, there are thirty tracks, 9 of which are from the vault songs. All Too Well was already an incredible song, the ten minute version, was outstanding. Lines like “Just between us, did the love affair maim you, too?
    'Cause in this city's barren cold
    I still remember the first fall of snow
    And how it glistened as it fell
    I remember it all too well”, were perfect. The song is so long, yet, the time goes by so fast, because the song is so good. Some honorable mentions are, Better Man, Babe, Nothing New, Forever Winter, Run, and The Very First Night. Secondly, Taylor’s voice sounds much more expensive, crisp, strong, and mature, than on the original version of Red. The songs on the album like All Too Well, are explained so well, that you can picture the story in your head. Overall 10/10. I love this album.    … Expand
  63. Mohcen
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I am really impressed with Taylor's vocals as well as the quality & the clearness of the instruments in the songs !! For example the intro to the song red , coming to compare the og version with Taylor's version (with those guitar notes)it's insanely different in a very good way !! I thoroughly enjoyed every second of the 2hoursb& 20 min that this album gave!!
  64. dvnielrh
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    No words for this. Just tears. I loved the production in this album and ATW 10MV is just perfect.
  65. Asheu
    Nov 12, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This better than the stolen version, especially the vault tracks. There's no skip in sight, all masterpieces who deserves to be in the regular album tbh… Expand
  66. Madssteele
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Holy. Crap. I’ve waited MONTHS for this album and oh boy was I not disappointed. Between the perfected vocals, excellent production, and genius songwriting, there’s not a single thing I can complain about on this album. The All Too Well (Ten Minute Version) is lyrically amazing, and keeps you intrigued with its progressive storytelling. Nothing new is one of my favorite songs of all time.Holy. Crap. I’ve waited MONTHS for this album and oh boy was I not disappointed. Between the perfected vocals, excellent production, and genius songwriting, there’s not a single thing I can complain about on this album. The All Too Well (Ten Minute Version) is lyrically amazing, and keeps you intrigued with its progressive storytelling. Nothing new is one of my favorite songs of all time. This album is literally perfect.… Expand
  67. JorgeMA
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente el album lo recomiendo mucho, den stream.

    Me encanta inmensamente    … Expand
  68. jspencer0124
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Absolutely breath taking❤️❤️ The way her voice has matured and the fact the other artists also re recorded was beautiful.
  69. Kingworld
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Without words, very grateful to taylor for giving us this mature version of RED, her voice, the lyrics, the sound, everything is a work of art.
  70. AdriRoo
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Without words, it's a magical experience hear every song, Red Taylor's Version is so perfect!!
  71. FelipeBessa
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Album muito bem produzido,coeso e com vocais maravilhosos digno de Taylor Swift.
  72. X24Mystic
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This is an incredible album. Red was already an amazing body of work, but Taylor's Version takes it to another level. The mature sound, soft vocals, and production of every song is breathtaking, and let's not forget the amazing songwriting as well. Although the production is similar, it continues to age extremely well, and Taylor makes it even better by showing off her growth as an artist.This is an incredible album. Red was already an amazing body of work, but Taylor's Version takes it to another level. The mature sound, soft vocals, and production of every song is breathtaking, and let's not forget the amazing songwriting as well. Although the production is similar, it continues to age extremely well, and Taylor makes it even better by showing off her growth as an artist. From her first album in 2006 and now to 2021 as she continues recreating her older music to claim rights for them, Taylor Swift proves why she is the music industry of this generation.… Expand
  73. viniciusdsbg
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Taylor Swift made his new version of Red, re-recorded it and made it a powerful and delicate retelling.
  74. Lucyhickman
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Phenomenal improved and crisp version of an amazing body of work. How does she do it? Wow.
  75. fabianccc
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Merveilleuse œuvre d'art, un excellent réenregistrement pour se rappeler que Taylor Swift possède et possède son travail.
  76. Diego_Galindo
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    RED (Taylor's Version) é uma obra prima! Ao renovar suas produções, Taylor Swift consegue superar o original em vários aspectos.
    Ao enriquecer músicas já conhecidas, novas com produções assinadas por Elvira, Shellback e os já conhecidos, Jack Antonoff e Aaron Dessner, é possível perceber o quanto "Red", "The Moment I Knew" , 22" e pasmem, "Girl At Home" — essa que sofreu uma mudança    RED (Taylor's Version) é uma obra prima! Ao renovar suas produções, Taylor Swift consegue superar o original em vários aspectos.
    Ao enriquecer músicas já conhecidas, novas com produções assinadas por Elvira, Shellback e os já conhecidos, Jack Antonoff e Aaron Dessner, é possível perceber o quanto "Red", "The Moment I Knew" , 22" e pasmem, "Girl At Home" — essa que sofreu uma mudança enorme nas mãos de Elvira, virando agora uma faixa pop (que é bem melhor que a orignal) — foram aprimoradas, não só elas, mas o álbum como um todo.
    Além de sua voz angelical, Swift ainda arrisca 9 faixas "From The Vault" que são um prato cheio! "Better Man" e "Babe" finalmente ganharam suas versões solo, assim como a mais pedida dos fãs, "All Too Well (Ten Minute Version)". A aguarda produção, tem Jack Antonoff encarregado de repaginar o clássico da discografia, papel esse que desempenha com maestria. A versão de 10 minutos é cheia de subcamadas de áudio, além da canetada render grandes momentos de choque quanto atitude de Jake. "He said it's supposed to be fun turning 21".
    Outro grande destaque do cofre do "RED" é "The Very First Night", um popzão bem gostoso como muitos pop fãs pediram e assim. cumprindo a proposta de ser um álbum pop-country.
    Ademais, "RED (Taylor's Version)" é o grandioso encontro de qualidade e quantidade, as 30 músicas passam como um estalar de dedos. Um álbum para ouvir as músicas diversas vezes.    … Expand
  77. guarino
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I thought Red was already perfect but the Taylor's Version is something else. ❤️❤️❤️
  78. Daliaitzel
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    we love you music industry! Such a masterpiece
    it’s amazing aoty 2021!!!
  79. rinoceronte20
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This album is so beautiful, her lyrics are next level. All too Well (10 min version) is a masterpiece.
  80. Jzwimmer
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    My only critique of this record is that the production on *some* of the older songs seems a little too reverb-soaked. However, this is a PERFECT album otherwise. The new “from the vault” songs are absolutely fantastic!! “Better Man” and “Nothing New” and “I Bet You Think About Me” are as good as any songs she has ever written. The inclusion of Phoebe Bridgers on “Nothing New” is a reallyMy only critique of this record is that the production on *some* of the older songs seems a little too reverb-soaked. However, this is a PERFECT album otherwise. The new “from the vault” songs are absolutely fantastic!! “Better Man” and “Nothing New” and “I Bet You Think About Me” are as good as any songs she has ever written. The inclusion of Phoebe Bridgers on “Nothing New” is a really wonderful decision because it helps the themes of the song hit even harder (the relevance of artists throughout time). “Better Man” is a poignant and powerful anthem for anyone who has ever fallen in love with someone who wasn’t right for them, or someone who wasn’t healthy for them.

    “I Bet You Think About Me” is an outstanding and earnest display from country Taylor. Chris Stapleton’s harmonies add a gorgeous layer of warmth to Taylor’s main vocal melodies and the song has a ton of heart and longing. “Message In A Bottle” feels like one of Taylor’s first-ever steps into full pop music and it has a delightfully light and upbeat energy, while still retaining a core of genuine emotional resonance. It’s a hint at the pop greatness that would come with 1989.

    “Forever Winter” has some beautiful horn lines and gorgeously expressive vocals from Swift. Ed Sheeran and Swift craft some stunningly sweet vocal harmonies on “Run,” while Swift’s version of “Babe” proves that it should have been her own song all along. And then there’s the behemoth “All Too Well (10 Minute Version),” a true masterwork of a song (it’s really more of a short story or an emotive tone poem) which further cements Swift’s place in the very top echelon of popular songwriters. The song is like a heartbreaking novel packed into the framework of a long, meandering path of dreamy pop music. The gentle guitars twist around Swift’s voice and lyrics like a steady stream of water, showcasing her confessional lyricism and making a case for Swift as being one of the all-time greatest storytellers in music. Its passion and artistry are raw and timeless.

    This version of Red seems to be more self-aware, somehow pulling all the disparate influences present on the record together in a way which highlights the versatility and greatness of the one and only Taylor Swift. Highly recommend this album!!! :)    … Expand
  81. Ezduin
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing álbum, it's just awesome to think about red and how sweet it evolve in this new remastered version, all songs from the baul are just incredible.
  82. callumswiftie
    Nov 12, 2021
    8
    Taylor Swift encapsulates the chaos of love, heartbreak, sadness, joy, grief and perseverance in RED (Taylor’s Version). The combination of Swift’s meticulously re-worked instrumentals (State Of Grace, The Lucky One), vocal strength and maturity (All Too Well, Everything Has Changed) and new incredible ‘vault’ tracks make this album a 10/10… minus the awful new version of Girl At Home andTaylor Swift encapsulates the chaos of love, heartbreak, sadness, joy, grief and perseverance in RED (Taylor’s Version). The combination of Swift’s meticulously re-worked instrumentals (State Of Grace, The Lucky One), vocal strength and maturity (All Too Well, Everything Has Changed) and new incredible ‘vault’ tracks make this album a 10/10… minus the awful new version of Girl At Home and over-produced unnecessarily auto-tuned vocals (We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, 22). This and the sometimes too isolated vocals are the only flaws of the amazing re-recording of the smash hit Grammy nominated 2012 album. Overall, Swift further proves her songwriting and vocal talents on RED (Taylor’s Version).… Expand
  83. alyse
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    If the man who broke up with me on my 21st birthday is reading this, I hope he’s enjoying ‘The moment I knew’ (Taylors Version). Thank you t swift for making 22 a notable birthday instead.
  84. AndMoctezuma
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Ella sigue demostrando que nadie la puede parar, Red es una joya, ella es la industria musical.
  85. filmsparker
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    As someone who's favourite Taylor album is Red (perhaps fave album of all time) I am more than pleased with Red (Taylor's Version). Her mature voice adds crisp and clear vocals to the songs that made me fall in love with Red in the first place. The vault songs add another element of excellent song writing and composition that make you want to listen to again and again. We all know she's anAs someone who's favourite Taylor album is Red (perhaps fave album of all time) I am more than pleased with Red (Taylor's Version). Her mature voice adds crisp and clear vocals to the songs that made me fall in love with Red in the first place. The vault songs add another element of excellent song writing and composition that make you want to listen to again and again. We all know she's an amazing lyricist and I cannot fathom what else is up that sleeve of hers.… Expand
  86. gians_rousteing
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Simplemente RED Amo RED, sin duda Taylor siempre nos da arte, aunque sea una regrabacion, se oye muy bien, cada letra, cada canción es un sentimiento
  87. JaimeQ
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amanecí bien ojeroso e hinchado por estar llorando pero vale la pena porque RED (Version Taycantora) es SUPERIOR a todo ❤️
  88. ElizaC
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing album! And I’m glad Taylor owns this masterpiece now. I’m looking forward to the rest of her journey.
  89. prfctswft
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    esse álbum está muitoooo melhor que o original, all too well ten minutes é a minha favorita
  90. alex_standall
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Es mi primera vez escuchando red y no tengo nada más que decir que es perfección pura.
    Desde ritmos movidos hasta melancolía pura y letras para llorar. 10/10
  91. lostfem
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    THE MUSIC INDUSTRY DID IT, AGAIN. The fight to get her job back has gone too far. And now she becomes the most iconic artist in history. Red (Taylor's version) is the best album of the year 2021, All too well (10 minute version) literally broke my heart. The Very First Night is the best song like, ever.
  92. Josemayr
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I don't know how she did it but she made it so much better and fulfilled all my expectations. I'm heartbroken all over again and I don't think I'll ever recover.
    Go listen to it if you haven't, it's worth the whole 131 min.
  93. JuanAraujo
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Only Taylor could make a beautiful and perfect album more iconic and amazing!! I have been a Swiftie since lover, and I had never listened to some of the songs from red because I wanted to wait until Taylor’s version, and I’m so happy I did, I cried with the album and enjoyed listening to every single track! congrats taylor! Now you own Red, can’t wait to listen to speak now tv and 1989Only Taylor could make a beautiful and perfect album more iconic and amazing!! I have been a Swiftie since lover, and I had never listened to some of the songs from red because I wanted to wait until Taylor’s version, and I’m so happy I did, I cried with the album and enjoyed listening to every single track! congrats taylor! Now you own Red, can’t wait to listen to speak now tv and 1989 tv.
    Want to be mutuals? My tw is dontsuemesabs    … Expand
  94. hni
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    She saved the music industry again. Im listening to it non-stop. What a queen
  95. DavidCampos
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    E mais uma vez a loirinha mandando ver e provando que seu trabalho pode ficar ainda melhor. Pela segunda vez o lixo da lambreta marrom perde um pouco do seu ganha pão, e que Taylor continue nos presenteando com mais gravações sensacionais até ter 100% de sua autoria recuperada.
  96. waizus
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    flawless masterpiece with an amazing collection of 'from the vault's tracks; proving, once again, she's the freaking talented music industry
  97. swiftiesivy
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. overall a good album. even though the album has been around for years, the rerecording still felt fresh and brand new to me. thank you, taylor, for making me experience sad girl autumn even though it doesn't exist on my country… Expand
  98. lui_cerqueira
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. Red TV is phenomenal, an icon. This album makes me feel like my tennage times but also feels like a new phase for me. Thank you, Taylor.
  99. VisenEvans
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. “Apenas um lembrete amigável de que eu jamais teria pensado que era possível voltar e refazer meu trabalho anterior, descobrindo artes perdidas e jóias esquecidas ao longo do caminho, se vocês não tivessem me encorajado. ‘Red’ está perto de ser meu de novo, mas sempre foi nosso.” - Taylor… Expand
  100. Whydontucry
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    I love this album so much, spend all day listening to it and I am still trying to process all the songs
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#6 Best Album of 2021
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#6 Most Discussed Album of 2021

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Universal acclaim - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. PopMatters
    Dec 16, 2021
    80
    Swift lays the groundwork of her songs with good chords in Red (Taylor’s Version), but she also enhances the songs’ power with catchy lyrics and melodies (“You fooound me / You fooound me / You fooound me-e-e-e-“).
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  2. Under The Radar
    Dec 2, 2021
    90
    Truth is that this is now the definitive version of Red. It may also ensure that the good old boys who casually sold her music, seemingly out of a mixture of greed and spite, won’t get one red cent from Red, and it proves you can take a masterpiece and make it sound even better.
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  3. AllMusic
    Nov 19, 2021
    70
    The highlight of these is a ten-minute version of "All Too Well," a bitter ballad that was already one of the peaks of Red and is now turned into an epic kiss-off. This, along with excavated songs, are reason enough for Swift to revisit Red and they, not the re-recordings, are the reason to return to Red [Taylor's Version].
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