what is folklore album about

"Folklore" is the eighth studio album by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, released on July 24, 2020, via Republic Records). It is a surprise album, and Swift departed from the mainly upbeat pop production of its predecessors. Instead, "Folklore" consists of mellow ballads driven by neo-classical instruments, pursuing indie folk, alternative rock, and electro-acoustic styles). The album explores themes of escapism, empathy, nostalgia, and romanticism, influenced by the isolation of quarantine). Swift uses a set of characters, fictional narratives, and story arcs, in contrast to the autobiographical tone of her previous projects). The album consists of songs exploring points of view that diverge from Swifts life, including third-person narratives written from perspectives of characters that interweave across the tracks). The songwriting style combines balladeering with autobiographical experiences and character-driven storytelling, and is primarily distinguished by themes of wistfulness, escapism, nostalgia, contemplation, and empathy).