“All these people think love is for show but I’d die for you in secret” is one of the most beautiful lyrics ever

In the last great American dynasty her husband is the one who died of the heart attack. And at the end Taylor says “then it was bought by me” so the whole story was about the lady who owned the house before Taylor bought it. ICONIC

Btw, My Tears Ricochet is NOT about a romance, it’s about the struggle she faced with her masters and the people involved

there’s no way you just underrated My Tears Ricochet

For anyone who loves Folklore - definitely check out the Long Pond Studio Sessions. The minimalistic production they used in that project somehow makes the songs even better and Taylor sounds absolutely incredible.

The mirrorball is Taylor. It is about how she is up on the tightrope trying to keep us entertained all of the time. She literally has worked so hard to improve her voice and take dance lessons to keep us looking. She shines brightly but she is broken. She puts her songs out into the Universe. The audience refects their ideas, feelings and broken hearts on to her and her songs. 💔

Thats not what The Last Great American Dynasty is about tho...its about this amazing woman who married a super rich guy, and they were great, but once he died(because of his own decisions regarding his own health) people blamed the wife, but she decided to tell them to fuck off and started living an amazing life without worrying about society

Illicit Affairs is one of my favorites but specifically the Eras Tour Movie version….really puts the song in a new light 🥺

The Long Pond Studio Sessions for Folklore. They talk about the guitar for invisible string. She explains the songs as well.

I'm a little sad that you don't like Mirrorball and This is Me Trying because these are the TWO songs that kept me going for the past year and it resonates so much with everyone of us as we try our best to be the best versions of ourselves. I don't blame you though because I think you're going production wise. BUT PLEASE DO CHECK OUT THE LONG POND STUDIO SESSIONS as all these songs will make so much more and deeper sense. PLEASE CHECK IT OUT PLEASE🥺

My Tears Ricochet: Scott Is the man that discovered her at the bluebird cafe in Nashville in 2005 and signed her to his record label which he didn't even really have one at the time, Taylor was the first artist on the label and basically built the label. He was family to her and her family. Then when it came time to renew her contract with the lable, which was after reputation (which 'Look What You Made Me Do' also was directed towards Scott, Like if you knew everything, that song would probably resonate better with a lot more people and they'd probably like that song more, It's a lot more clever and a clap-back not only to Kanye but to as I said, Scott. Hence "The old Taylor can't come to the phone right now, why? Oh, because she's dead' referring to her basically losing/knowing she was losing all of her previous work, but thats just part of what that line in that song meant; The scene in the music video where she lifted the motorcycles aka the "Big Machines" which is the name of her previous label, Big Machine Records, was an easter egg as to what she was planning to do, reclaim her lifes work by re-recording albums 1-6, also again hence the "Look what you made me do" as in, im rerecording my albums and owning my damn work, the songs I wrote, the words that came from me and my experiences; She was told she basically wouldn't be able to switch labels and own her previous 6 albums so he gave her an ultimatum: resign with me and for every new album you put out, you get one back, and she was like, No? So Scott, who knew she pretty much despised scooter, sold her entire catalog to him out from under her which therefore she lost the right to own her life's work, her own words, her own melodies, all of it. For which then she was told she wasn't even able to perform any of her songs from her first six albums, as it would be seen as 're-recording' them (before she was able to) Which is why we now have Taylor's Versions. I am 100% sure this has been commented but thats what "My Tears Ricochet" is about.

Mirrorball isn't about a girl trying to keep someone in her life, it's about Taylor's artistry. "I (Taylor Swift) want you (the listener... the Swiftie) to know, that I'm a Mirrorball." It's a love song to her greatest love, the reason she is an artist. The regulars and masquerade revelers are critics and papparazzi. She doesn't see them as her fans. Her fans are not like them.

I love that you have continued to listen and your opinion of Taylor has evolved just as she has. The amazing thing about Folklore is every time you listen to it, you get something else out of it. Favorites for me include Mirrorball, Peace, and August. I could live in BonIver's voice on Exile. It just wraps you up. Illicit Affairs is also my least favorite for the subject matter, but I do love her vocal performance. Thanks for the video!

If you can listen to "this is me trying" and not be shaken to your core, then you have probably never fought a true battle with mental health, addiction, etc. That and "Peace" go hand in hand in my mind and are thw two most powerful lyrical tracks on Folklore.

I think the backstory of the songs adds SO much to this album, so i definitely recommend research or watching the Long Pond Studio Session

There's a bonus song on this album - The Lakes. It's one of my faves and I wish it would've made this review.

Bon Iver (pronounced Eeevair) is a band. Justin Vernon is the lead singer. Enjoy discovering their music.

Peace is my favourite song of her's, the lyrics are so gorgeous and the production is so simple and beautiful.

Keep in mind that Taylor writes all of her songs and she has also experienced all of the sad stories....she's lived through it.

The last great American dynasty is NOT about that😂 it’s about the story of Rebekah Harkness, the previous owner of a house Taylor bought.

I would be curious to know if your opinion of This is Me Trying would change after watching its segment of the Long Pond Studio sessions. Taylor and Jack Antonoff talk about her inspiration for the song and its meaning, which honestly brings me to tears whenever I watch it.

WHO HASN’T HEARD OF BON IVER??!!! You’re about to go on a journey my friend. Wish I could experience his voice again for the first time lol

This is me trying hits my heart every time. One of my favorites.

Love seeing your journey discovering Taylor's more recent work, but I'd say it's worth digging into the storytelling on some of the songs that I think you're not quiiiite getting, esp. Mirrorball (is more about trying to keep the public's attention as an artist without destroying yourself) and The Last Great American Dynasty (about a real person!). If you liked the album, the Disney+ special on it is probably worth watching where she talks more about some of the storytelling.

Illicit affairs is one of my favorite Taylor songs ever so it tolerate it

I just watched the intro and I have to say, I'm glad that you took the time to do these videos to broaden your perspective of her (or any other artists to post on this channel, really!). However I feel like people who just wrote her off as xyz type of musician or rolled their eyes at her music had only ever heard her top singles. Which is understandable that you haven't gone out of your way to listen to her deeper cuts if you didn't like what was on the radio, but I think it goes without saying that pretty much almost every artist that has a chart topping hit usually has some songs that aren't promoted as singles that are way better or more relatable

Current favorite is EVERMORE, the album that I totally ignored because I don't think there will be an album better than folklore. But damn, it is sooo good!!!

I'd love to hear your reaction to You're Losing Me. She recorded her heartbeat as the baseline 😊

i would like to see your opinions about "the lakes", personally my fav song from folklore (deluxe version)

it sounds pessimistic to say but i swear people that say they don’t like taylor swift i truly believe just don’t know her or her music.

I think you need to watch the long pond session, where she gives explanations about the songs.... it's like a story behind the story sort of thing....let's just say you'll have a clear understanding about the songs, especially mirrorball and my tears ricochet

i think its great that you kept listening after that playlist your sister gave you and dug in to more, ive enjoyed all of your taylor reactions even though we of course all different opinions of which songs are favorites.

ugh thank you so so much for putting out this review of my favorite album from taylor. i was sooo shocked when i first listened to this album bc it was so unlike the rest of her discography! but it ended up moving me so deeply with all of its stories and its now an incredibly comforting summer album to me. again, love your videos 🫶🏻

Great vid!! You’re always honest and respectful :) thanks for that. Now you should react to Evermore, it’s folklore's small sister also released during the pandemic and it’s mainly about healing!! IT'S GREAT, my fav album for sure, I really want to see your opinion on that :)

I love the full album so it was a bummer you didn’t like some of my faves BUT I love the reason you loved the album. I think that’s whats so special about folklore to us AND to her. She even mentions it in the long pond studio doc that this album made her realize she can still make a GREAT and successful album even if she doesn’t write about her own life which she might stop doing at some point. I hope you watch the long pond studio cause I think it’ll change your mind about some of the songs specifically this is me trying. Loved loved your reaction!

peace is my all time favorite taylor song ever. i get CHILLS every time i hear it, its romantic, sad, poetic and i love the production. i dare to say its her most romantic song everrrr

I couldn't agree with you more, honestly. Long Pond Studio versions are even BETTER than the originals! You HAVE to listen to evermore now!

it hurts me that he said his least favourite songs on the album were mirrorball, this is me trying and ILLICIT AFFAIRS!!! LIKE WHAT??? I guess he's looking at it from a producer's point of view but wow that shocked me because they are definitely in my top 5 from the album

One of her best and most soul crushing lyrics for me is in “this is me trying” as someone who has been suicidal and struggles with depression this song hits me in my soul. “They told me all of my cages were mental so I got wasted like all my potential”

Mirrorball is about the public/fans - written after having to cancel a tour during the pandemic and grappling with her identity in the absence of being a performer

This album is full folk/indie, hence the name Folklore. This album has so much depth to it. When you get the chance, watch the Long Pond StudioSession. In it, Taylor is at Aaron Dessner’s upstate NY studio as mentioned by the name of the studio. It’s a small documentary about some of the songs. For some preface, here are a few and some TW for addiction, suicidal ideation, etc: 1. This Is Me Trying is about someone who is struggling with life, addiction, süicídal ideation, etc and is the person telling their loved ones, This Is Me Trying. I wanted to drive off the cliff but, I thought of my loved ones and didn’t 2. My Tears Ricochet is about Scott Borchetta, who was the head of her first ever record label, when she was 16. She trusted him explicitly and he threw her to the wolves by selling her albums out from under her. Now the tears she cried are his because while he’s sitting there wearing the watch he bought off of the money she made him, she began re-writing all of her albums (Taylor’s version) and he effed himself over in the end 3. The Last Great American Dynasty is about the beginnings of her home in Rhode Island and how everyone gossiped that she only married her husband for the money and probably redrummed him with her partying ways. He was an heir to the Standard Oil Company, it’s a true story that took place. There are a lot more but, that’s just some perspective of songs on this album and Evermore, which is in similar style. Of course, you know about the love triangle songs of Betty, James, and August (Augustine).

You have just the most beautiful soul. That peace lyric resonates with me too for the same exact reason❤️

aww you missed out on the lakes! it’s in the deluxe and there are 2 versions! my personal fave is the original version but you definitely need to listen when you have time!

Your remark, that you love how the song moves, speaks about ( when you focuss on the music, instead of the lyrics ) the flow of the song. And that is one of the genius aspects of `` Folklore``! It`s the flow of the music, which is great in here. Greetings from Cologne.

folklore completely rebranded taylor , i mean she was always one of the biggest superstars on earth but w folklore and projects after it , she became this legendary icon she is known now. the creative freedom she got after leaving her previous label really showed she was being held back. also folklore is so beloved cuz it came out during the worst times of covid lock down and it was about imagination and escapism which we all needed at the time so it just helped so many ppl to stay sane including myself.

you should definitely listen to Evermore full album too if you love folklore! I have been thinking about Evermore a lot lately and feeling kinda sad that it doesn't get enough attention it deserves

I love what you said about the lyrics from Peace! I’ve never thought about how that line is a great picture of Jesus’ love for us. Cool perspective!

Great review. Taylor actually has been writing about stories of other people since the beginning of her career. Examples include Tied Together With a Smile, Mary's Song and The Lucky One. it's just that those songs formed a minority of her albums, until Folklore came along.

Love these Taylor reactions!!! (Also, thanks for sharing the hope of the Gospel too. ❤️ So important!)

I’m so ready for this

now you need to listen to evermore!!! is the folklore´s sister album

If you like folklore you have to listen Evermore

The last great American dynasty is about the history of one of Taylor's houses And My Tears Ricochet is about Scott Borchetta who sold Taylor's art for Scooter Braun.

I am begging you to watch her long pod session you will understand each song on folklore that much more from Taylor’s perspective!

Hey! I just found your channel, I really enjoy what little I've had time to watch and appreciate how you mention your faith and the gospel actively in your videos! Thank you for incorporating that into your content :)

so jealous you get to discover bon iver for the first time. in addition to his full albums (first 2 are the best, imo), make sure to check out his blood bank ep.

Justice for this is me trying

YES! GOD BLESS YOU ISAAC! AMEN! :)

People are about to riot on how you just pronounced bon iver hahahaha

Folklore is my kind of music. I love folk music and though they are a bit different in Taylor's album they still hit the spot. Her lyrical meanings behind things are INCREDIBLY thought through. Folklore is most definitely one of my favorite albums by Taylor that I can listen to the whole way through without skipping a song.

I recommend listening to the discussions she has with Jack and Aaron about the meaning behind the lyrics of each song on Folklore. It adds so much to the listening experience for each song!

Mirrorball is about how there are so many different facets of each of us- we’re each a reflection of our surroundings and are different people depending on the circumstances. None of those individual facets tell the whole story of who we are until you put them all together (like a mirrorball).

May we introduce you to Her sister, Evermore? 🧚‍♀️

The Long Pond Studio Sessions is a must watch.

Oh and also!!! Look out for Exile (the long pond version) because it will tear you up!!! Greetings 💕

Awesome video! Can’t wait for you to listen Evermore and listen to “no body, no crimes” due to the ✨vibes ✨

Thanks for sharing your beliefs that's very brave and touching to hear! #HeLives

Absolutely love this! You should do Castles Crumbling by Taylor Swift next!!

I think this was her most vulnerable album and without ego as you mention because of when the album was written which was during COVID lockdown - there was so much fear, anxiety and she used this album as an outlet. It was even released without any marketing beforehand - it was a surprise!

You know, I've been seeing and hearing and listening to many many people starting to come around to Taylor who never had before, what I call their Testimony. Myself included when I went to see the Eras tour film last Nov. Whatever it takes to connect to her music and there's a lot and then that's maybe the gateway and eventually the flood gates open! Is this your testimony?! Check out her live Grammy 2021 medley performance of songs from Folklore and Evermore, it's great! Also see the Eras tour film!

When my husband and I started dating he introduced me to Bon Iver and I introduced him to Taylor. We were both buzzing when they brought out songs together 😂 We've been to see Bon Iver twice and are finally seeing Taylor in Edinburgh this summer!

The last great American dynasty is about a real life composer, philanthropist and patron of the arts, not a fictional obnoxious woman.

illicit affairs as your least fav and invisible string as your most is a bold choice indeed.

perfect video and expo;ination about the album, you should try folklores sisters album evermore

In invisible string i’m pretty sure she had a special kind of guitar made for it

You should listen to the bonus track! The Lakes is a masterpiece!

Suggestion- read about the circumstances leading up to the release of the Reputation album and watch the music video of Look What You Made Me Do

The last great american dynasty is actually a real story about Rebekah Harkness, who lived in Taylor's house (holiday house/high watch) in Rhode Island before Taylor did. I'd recommend looking into the history of it because the story is actually very interesting.

If you get to Evermore make sure to listen to the bonus track Right Where You Left Me.. one of my favorites of hers.

you should really review midnights (3am version) because it almost feels like its pop but also as you get deeper into the album it slows down, and still encapsulates her deep lyricism!

U should react to You’re Losing Me

Not only is the long pond studio session (available online as a movie) a great listening experience, but Taylor also describes the song, gives some context. You should definitely check it out:)

As someone new to Taylor, it’s understandable that you wouldn’t be 100% on par with what her songs are about. I also think it’s okay to take your own interpretation to her music, that’s what she wants fans to do anyway. I’m so glad you enjoyed this album. Welcome to the fandom ❤

Now listen to Evermore - Bon Iver (Justin Vernon) features on the title track. Also, Taylor and Justin feature again on a song, Renegade, for The National - great song. You also need to watch/listen to the Long Pond Studio sessions… she explains each song motivation and her thoughts on it, and then sings each song acoustically… it’s fabulous.

I watched a breakdown of Illicit Affairs that was super interesting….if you take a re-listen it almost exactly parallels to someone suffering with drug addiction, or having an “illicit affair” with substance abuse, not necessarily another person. Makes it even more gut wrenching but so incredible her play on words to have so many intentional interpretations.

Glad you enjoyed it but I would really encourage you to watch the Long Pond Studio Sessions and really listen to the lyrics because what you think most of the songs about was very off, there’s a lot deeper meaning.

If you liked folklore you should definitely listen to evermore it’s the sister album!! You won’t regret it!

i so agree about taylor’s unique melody writing ability, especially in her later discography. her melodies are very specific and very freaking cool. and what i love the most about them is that she obviously writes her own lyrics and knows how to accentuate them in the melody, so it works really well together. she’s just a genius i don’t know what you want me to tell you

I want your reaction to Cardigan tho. But a great reaction!

Now we need you to go back through and listen to August, Cardigan and Betty with the knowledge that these three songs are interconnected stories told from the three different povs in a love triangle. Also, listen to Mirrorball with headphones in a darkened room. It's a totally different experience 😊

Please do Evermore… it’s the sister album..

please watch folkore the long pond studio sessions it shows an explanation of each song, it helps you further understand

LISTEN TO THE LAKES ON FOLKLORE DELUXE HELLO ITS THE BEST SONG

U from not listening her from 10years to reacting on her songs Feels good!!❤

Folklore is my favorite Taylor Swift album for sure, and it’s so underrated. I listen to it everyday and know every song on it. This is me trying is a very special song to me bc I relate to it a lot. I just watched the long pond sessions and absolutely lost it and sobbed at this is me trying.

im glad he liked it but these individual song takes are wild

Imagine making it to 2024 without knowing about Bon Iver

Guysss be nice, he's being sincere and no one needs to be patronizing if he doesn't know all the background of a given song. Love the vid and have been OBSESSED w folklore/evermore recently :) also seven WOUNDS ME

you should do this with evermore! so cool

Now you gotta listen to Folklore’s sister album Evermore 💜