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Evermore

Taylor Swift · 2020

69 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · pop rock · synth-pop

A lush tapestry of folk and indie pop that explores themes of love, loss, and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wistful reflections on past love
  • patient storytelling with emotional depth
  • late-night introspection with friends
  • soothing melodies for quiet moments
  • cathartic release through lyrical honesty

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Themes
small-town heartbreak· murder mystery narratives· nostalgic longing
Career context
Released on December 11, 2020, 'Evermore' is Taylor Swift's ninth studio album and a companion to her previous album 'Folklore'. At this point in her career, Swift had fully embraced a more introspective songwriting style, distancing herself from her earlier pop sound while showcasing her evolution as an artist. This album further solidified her status as a significant figure in contemporary music.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Halsey· Lorde
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers — Shares a similar introspective songwriting style with themes of love and loss, wrapped in lush instrumentation.
22, A Million by Bon Iver — Explores emotional landscapes through experimental folk sounds, blending nostalgia with haunting storytelling.
Historian by Lucy Dacus — Features rich narratives of heartache and introspection, anchored by a blend of folk and indie rock elements.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 willow 3:35
  • 2 champagne problems 4:04
  • 3 gold rush 3:05
  • 4 ’tis the damn season 3:50
  • 5 tolerate it 4:05
  • 6 no body, no crime 3:36
  • 7 happiness 5:15
  • 8 dorothea 3:46
  • 9 coney island 4:35
  • 10 ivy 4:20
  • 11 cowboy like me 4:35
  • 12 long story short 3:36
  • 13 marjorie 4:18
  • 14 closure 3:01
  • 15 evermore 5:04
  • 16 right where you left me 4:05
  • 17 it’s time to go 4:15

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata