what is folklore about

Folklore is the eighth studio album by American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift, released on July 24, 2020). The album is primarily distinguished by themes of wistfulness, escapism, nostalgia, contemplation, and empathy, and its songwriting style combines balladeering with autobiographical experiences and character-driven storytelling). The lyrics of the album explore points of view that diverge from Swifts life, including third-person narratives written from perspectives of characters that interweave across the tracks). The album is a collection of fictional stories that Swift is retelling to her listeners, not any of her own. The word "folklore" itself has two main meanings: one being the traditional customs preserved among a community, like stories, legends, songs, and the other being a collection of fictional stories.