b'Taylor Swift has released folklore, her unexpected eighth studio album. It is an understated work that firmly puts celebrity gossip behind her (there are no who\'s-dating-who easter eggs to be found). Instead we\'re gifted Swift\'s greatest strength: songwriting. The lyrics blur "fantasy and reality." There are imagined teenage love trysts, recreated dynasties and intimate reflections on modern love. We break down the sounds and lyrics that make up Swift\'s strongest album yet.\\n\\nSONGS DISCUSSED\\nTaylor Swift - the 1, illicit affairs, my tears ricochet, august, epiphany, cruel summer, this is my trying, hoax, peace, you belong with me, mirrorball, epiphany, our song, cardigan, the last great american dynasty, betty\\nThe National - Light Years\\nBon Iver - 666\\n\\nBONUS\\nThe correct term for the piano line is a "turn"\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices'