👑 Eloquent ™
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Post by 👑 Eloquent ™ on Aug 23, 2019 14:11:25 GMT -5
1.) Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince
2.) Cruel Summer
3.) The Man
4.) Cornelia Street
5.) Lover
6.) False God
7.) Afterglow
8.) London Boy
9.) I Think He Knows
10.) The Archer
11.) You Need To Calm Down
12.) Soon You'll Get Better
13.) Daylight
14.) I Forgot That You Existed
15.) Paper Rings
16.) Death By A Thousand Cuts
17.) Me!
18.) It's Nice To Have A Friend
The top 5/bottom 5 were pretty easy. The rest, I kept alternating.
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Post by theflying on Aug 23, 2019 14:18:30 GMT -5
What are some of everyone's favorite highs from Lover?
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Post by tryexp on Aug 23, 2019 14:19:06 GMT -5
1. Cornelia Street - love the beat and the soft spoken chorus after the bridge. I have listened to this 20+ times.
2. Paper Rings - love the 80's radio feeling and the beat on this. a bit exaggerated maybe but it works for me.
3. Lover - I love this and I can see why Taylor wanted the album named Lover. It has that timeless feeling to it.
4. The Man - YEEEES Taylor, thank you! being part of an industry where you are automatically less because you're a woman this is the song for it! This need to be released for people to hear! 5. Cruel Summer - This should have been the lead, it's catchy as hell and I love the way she sings 'Cruuueeel'. 6. Miss Americana - the wildest dreams of this album for me, the verses are good, the bridge sounds a bit strange, but overall like it.
7. Soon You'll Get Better - this is just hard to hear, but such a wonderful song. Please send this to country, it's the kind of song that would touch a lot of people because it's so real.
8. Daylight - the perfect closer, and I relate to the feeling of stepping into the daylight so I really like it. I wish the second chorus was more 'epic', but the throwback to red on the bridge is 5*.
9. Afterglow - The chorus makes this song for me, love the way she sings the first line.
10. I Think He Knows - I really like the way she sings "I Think He Knows" at the end of the chorus. otherwise a bit forgettable.
11. London Boy - I Love London, and the chorus works for me. It's missing a really good bridge.
12. Death By A Thousand Cuts - the bridge is my favourite, you can hear some of the desperation, and that really gives it depth.
13. The Archer - I like the idea and the lyrics, but the production reminds me too much of older 1989 material.
14. YNTCD - this could have been a good album track and while the message is important should have had a release as a promotional single, not a full on radio single.
15. I Forgot That You Existed - I see why this is a nice transition, and truly a song I can relate to. I like the ending cause it sounds like she doesn't care any more.
16. It's Nice To Have a Friend - sounds like an interlude, slightly unfinished to me. I like the idea of such a simple thing to be cherished this way.
17. Me! - sounds so bad in comparison to the rest of the album and really immature on an album that otherwise is mature.
18. False God - This falls flat to me. Might change but for now the only song I don't like.
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Post by neally on Aug 23, 2019 14:30:33 GMT -5
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Post by Taylor. on Aug 23, 2019 14:34:20 GMT -5
I want to buy the deluxe edition but it's $40 in Canada?! Plus shipping. Sorry, Taylor.
For reputation they had it available at Walmart, but apparently didn't get a retail partner here this time.
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Post by Lumi on Aug 23, 2019 14:45:54 GMT -5
Why do yall keep calling Paper Rings, Paper Hearts we ffsdfjdslk
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Post by schnetzka on Aug 23, 2019 14:49:28 GMT -5
Why do yall keep calling Paper Rings, Paper Hearts we ffsdfjdslk People also keep forgetting the "that" in "I Forgot That You Existed". |
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Post by tryexp on Aug 23, 2019 14:51:29 GMT -5
Why do yall keep calling Paper Rings, Paper Hearts we ffsdfjdslk Because it has been a long day and I was on call last night and got about 4 hours of sleep, I am on the sleep deprived craze! I shall correct it Why do yall keep calling Paper Rings, Paper Hearts we ffsdfjdslk People also keep forgetting the "that" in "I Forgot That You Existed". And ladies and gentleman I have the bingo! |
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Post by SHOOTER on Aug 23, 2019 15:05:51 GMT -5
Cruel Summer
Lover
The Man
Paper Rings
Soon You'll Get Better
False God
You Need to Calm Down
Afterglow
It's Nice to Have a Friend
The novelty factor peppered throughout dilutes the strength of her songwriting to me and this is the first Taylor album where so many songs vividly reminded me of other songs/artists, which distracted from overall listening experience. It feels distinctly different from reputation, in a good way, but I wouldn't say it's better as I enjoyed both albums about the same overall. However, this is akin to a 1989/Red-hybrid (read: singer-songwriter focused; not country-pop) and feels a lot more natural coming from her although it never quite reaches the heights of either album.
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Post by austin on Aug 23, 2019 15:07:01 GMT -5
Why do yall keep calling Paper Rings, Paper Hearts we ffsdfjdslk Some people are doing that because that was the incorrect name of the track on the leaked album. |
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Post by Ivy Leegue™ on Aug 23, 2019 15:10:39 GMT -5
OK, I have really had to steel myself for this one, folks. After picking up Deluxe Album Version 3 (the one that had the least copies available of all the versions and I know the Swifties know stuff, so I figured it would have the best content and I am convinced it does...). At this point in her career, there aren't enough career highs for me to put this album as high as I really wanted to put it. For an album that is supposed to be light and free, it feels cluttered and claustrophobic. It also gets boring and repetitive but nothing, save Nice To Have A Friend is truly skipworthy and some of the best songs are unfortunately buried at the end. Anyway, as I suspected, Archer would remain the best song on the album. But, it wound up not being the complete slam dunk I actually expected. My biggest complaint is actually the packaging of the Deluxe. The CD was not in a protective sleeve; just sitting on top of the booklet which was jammed into a slit in the back. The poster was just on top of the sleeve. My booklet was slightly bent at the edges, as was the book itself. Packaging should have been steelbook or something. Overall, I think I will give this album a B; too long and often times, unmemorable. Anyway, #hottake:
1. The Archer
2. Afterglow (way to fucking save the album, wow. I'm a sucker for an epic, cavernous, delayed drum moment and she delivered big time here.)
3. Cruel Summer (omg. Y'all...goosebumps)
4. Soon You'll Get Better
5. Lover
6. Miss Americana and the Heartbreak Prince
7. Daylight (I mean, JackOff is repetitive as fuck with these OOTW/Getaway Car tributes, but I still stan)
8. You Need To Calm Down (who knew this would be a much-needed breath of fresh air on the album!?)
9. Cornelia Street
10. I Think He Knows
11. I Forgot That You Existed
12. The Man
13. Paper Rings (weak, but I still throw my head around like I am at a sock-hop or something, so I use!)
14. Me! (I like this much more in the context of the album, but never disliked it and it's still not the worst song on the album by a country mile, so...)
15. False God
16. London Boy
17. Death By A Thousand Cuts (this is very...unruly and messy, but I wouldn't skip it.)
18. It's Nice To Have A Friend (was she high when she recorded this cuz...)
Album Rankings:
1. Red
2. reputation
3. 1989
4. Lover
5. Speak Now
6. Fearless
7. Taylor Swift
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Post by deepston on Aug 23, 2019 15:22:41 GMT -5
Yeah, my only complaint is that the album is bloated. But it was definitely intended.
It reminds me of Red in the way it drags.
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Post by HolidayGuy on Aug 23, 2019 15:35:30 GMT -5
"Lover" and "Soon You'll Get Better" are my favorites, which isn't a surprise, given they're the most "old-school" Taylor. However, outside of those, I really like "Paper Rings"- it's like a "Mickey"/punk/"hoedown" mashup, if that makes sense. :)
Some of the other tracks kinda blend together sonically, though they're pleasant enough to listen to.
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Post by ClevelandRox on Aug 23, 2019 15:52:25 GMT -5
Miss Americana & The Heartbreak Prince
Cruel Summer
You Need to Calm Down
I Think He Knows
London Boy
The Man
Me!
It's Nice to Have a Friend
Afterglow
Cornelia Street
Lover
Paper Rings
Daylight
I Forgot That You Existed
Death By A Thousand Cuts
False God
Soon You'll Get Better
The Archer
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Post by daddy on Aug 23, 2019 15:57:44 GMT -5
Wait am I absolutely HAMMERED or does anyone else hear Paris Hilton’s “Stars Are Blind” melody slowed-down in “Soon You’ll Get Better” ?
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Post by Ivy Leegue™ on Aug 23, 2019 15:59:52 GMT -5
Scooter Braun gave her a backhanded congratulatory Tweet. Listening to her on Elvis Duran. I really like her personality these days. Nice to see her doing promo again.
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Post by Rose "Payola" Nylund on Aug 23, 2019 16:18:28 GMT -5
I want to buy the deluxe edition but it's $40 in Canada?! Plus shipping. Sorry, Taylor. For reputation they had it available at Walmart, but apparently didn't get a retail partner here this time. Doesn't Sunrise have all 4 deluxe editions? My local record store had all 4 (plus the regular - I got the regular). I forgot to look at the price of them though. |
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Post by Taylor. on Aug 23, 2019 16:19:16 GMT -5
I want to buy the deluxe edition but it's $40 in Canada?! Plus shipping. Sorry, Taylor. For reputation they had it available at Walmart, but apparently didn't get a retail partner here this time. Doesn't Sunrise have all 4 deluxe editions? My local record store had all 4 (plus the regular - I got the regular). I forgot to look at the price of them though. Maybe? She just said internationally its only available on her store. Haven't checked any actual stores yet, beyond Amazon (where it's also $40). |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 23, 2019 16:20:13 GMT -5
I'll have my review of the album shortly.
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Post by Rose "Payola" Nylund on Aug 23, 2019 16:21:19 GMT -5
Doesn't Sunrise have all 4 deluxe editions? My local record store had all 4 (plus the regular - I got the regular). I forgot to look at the price of them though. Maybe? She just said internationally its only available on her store. Haven't checked any actual stores yet, beyond Amazon (where it's also $40). Yep - it's there. They posted on Facebook two hours ago: |
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Post by Taylor. on Aug 23, 2019 16:23:52 GMT -5
Maybe? She just said internationally its only available on her store. Haven't checked any actual stores yet, beyond Amazon (where it's also $40). Yep - it's there. They posted on Facebook two hours ago: Thanks! Still fucked that they're $18 USD and $36 CDN. Should be $24 if we're converting. :( |
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Post by nightshade on Aug 23, 2019 16:31:18 GMT -5
Yep - it's there. They posted on Facebook two hours ago: Thanks! Still f**ked that they're $18 USD and $36 CDN. Should be $24 if we're converting. :( I thought Walmart in Canada has them. That's what I read on the internet. I wouldn't be able to confirm since I'm in the US and went to Target for mine. My favorite deluxe edition is probably the 4th one. |
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Post by Taylor. on Aug 23, 2019 16:34:26 GMT -5
Thanks! Still f**ked that they're $18 USD and $36 CDN. Should be $24 if we're converting. :( I thought Walmart in Canada has them. That's what I read on the internet. I wouldn't be able to confirm since I'm in the US and went to Target for mine. My favorite deluxe edition is probably the 4th one. Not online, but maybe in stores. No Walmarts near me in Toronto, though (they're all in the suburbs). I bought the reputation deluxe from Walmart online and it was only like $20. |
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Post by Kinney on Aug 23, 2019 16:35:21 GMT -5
Scooter Braun gave her a backhanded congratulatory Tweet. Basically this in tweet form:  Even Scott Borchetta posted something about the Mona Lisa and originals always being the best or something? Poor them, Miss Swift making their $300 million investment worthless. |
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Post by austin on Aug 23, 2019 16:40:20 GMT -5
I didn’t get the deluxe because the journal entries all end up online anyway and the packaging of the jewel case was more appealing for me.
How are the voicenotes?
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Post by Dylan :) on Aug 23, 2019 16:41:59 GMT -5
Afterglow is really growing on me. I love her vocals in the chorus!
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Post by ampersand on Aug 23, 2019 16:47:39 GMT -5
I want to buy the deluxe edition but it's $40 in Canada?! Plus shipping. Sorry, Taylor. For reputation they had it available at Walmart, but apparently didn't get a retail partner here this time. Doesn't Sunrise have all 4 deluxe editions? My local record store had all 4 (plus the regular - I got the regular). I forgot to look at the price of them though. Yes, Sunrise has it. I got the second one and it cost $41 after tax. I remarked, “That’s mad expensive for a fucking journal” to the cashier lol. |
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Post by deepston on Aug 23, 2019 16:57:51 GMT -5
Doesn't Sunrise have all 4 deluxe editions? My local record store had all 4 (plus the regular - I got the regular). I forgot to look at the price of them though. Yes, Sunrise has it. I got the second one and it cost $41 after tax. I remarked, “That’s mad expensive for a f**king journal” to the cashier lol. That's odd. They are 28€ here in Portugal, a little over $30. |
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Post by ampersand on Aug 23, 2019 17:47:50 GMT -5
Yes, Sunrise has it. I got the second one and it cost $41 after tax. I remarked, “That’s mad expensive for a f**king journal” to the cashier lol. That's odd. They are 28€ here in Portugal, a little over $30. 28 euros is nearly $42 CAD. |
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Post by deepston on Aug 23, 2019 17:49:09 GMT -5
That's odd. They are 28€ here in Portugal, a little over $30. 28 euros is nearly $42 CAD. Lmao I had no idea! Thought it was closer to the american dollar. |
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