Taylor Swift’s record-breaking success with her Eras Tour has reignited interest in her discography, leading fans and critics alike to revisit how her albums have been received. Here’s how her studio albums stack up according to Metacritic’s aggregated scores, which compile reviews from respected critics and assign a weighted average to provide a single, representative score.
Ranked Albums (2006–2024):
- The Tortured Poets Department (2024) – Taylor’s latest album has been a critical darling, praised for its lyrical depth and innovative production.
- Midnights (2022) – A sonic return to synth-pop with mature themes, this album showcased Taylor’s knack for introspection.
- folklore (2020) and evermore (2020) – The sister albums received glowing reviews for their storytelling and folk influences, both lauded as creative high points.
- 1989 (2014) – Her official foray into pop, the album was universally praised for its polished production and catchy hooks.
- Red (Taylor’s Version) (2021) – The re-recorded version of Red brought new life to a fan-favorite, celebrated for its emotional resonance.
- Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) (2023) – The re-recording allowed listeners to revisit Taylor’s self-written powerhouse album with fresh appreciation.
- Fearless (Taylor’s Version) (2021) – The reimagining of her breakout album was a reminder of Taylor’s timeless storytelling.
Her discography as a whole has shown incredible evolution and diversity, cementing her as one of the most critically and commercially successful artists of her time. If you’d like, I can dive deeper into the individual album scores or provide more information about The Tortured Poets Department!