BE
by BTS
  • Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Nov 20, 2020
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 3428 Ratings

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  1. LeoRukie
    Jul 8, 2021
    10
    Just what I needed in the lock down. You just have to read the lyrics.. They are well written and the fact that this is a really good one.
  2. pjmfilterrr
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    BTS always deliver. This is one of my favorite albums of them. Dis-ease is my favorite b-side ❤️
  3. blazzi
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    saw an interview where bts said that if it wasn't for covid canceling their tour, this album wouldn't have been born.. they took this time of isolation and quarantine to explore more their style and artistry, and every member participated in the making of it, including not just songs and lyrics but also the concept and even the outfits and design of the album.. what I thought it was evensaw an interview where bts said that if it wasn't for covid canceling their tour, this album wouldn't have been born.. they took this time of isolation and quarantine to explore more their style and artistry, and every member participated in the making of it, including not just songs and lyrics but also the concept and even the outfits and design of the album.. what I thought it was even more beautiful was the fact that their goal was to write meaningful songs that their listeners could relate to and be comforted by in this hard times. In my opinion, they definitely succeeded, listening to the songs and reading the lyrics i too felt comforted and happier and I respect and love bts a lot for always being so caring towards others through their passion… Expand
  4. Eilana
    Jul 24, 2021
    10
    This album seemed very personal for the artists themselves is was really something people worldwide needed.Top 5 best albums i have ever heard
  5. Cherry_Bloom13
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    It is album about living in the world of pandemic. This album is amazing... In few years we can go back to this album and remember how we felt during the pandemic.
  6. Shp467
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    The album showed their heart and minds. Inspires and lift me up in these times. Such positivity
  7. sxlkth
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    BE es un álbum buenísimo los chicos hablaron de cosas muy significativas y además de hablar sobre sus sentimientos más profundos.
  8. timetraveler136
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    By far my favorite album from BTS. Every song fits in perfectly.
    It also describes the way one felt in the middle of the pandemic, from Life Goes On that gives the message of hope for better days to Blue and Gray that describes the feelings of desperation.
    The variety of songs are also great Dis-ease is a nod to their hip-hop past, while Stay was made to jump up and down in a concert.    By far my favorite album from BTS. Every song fits in perfectly.
    It also describes the way one felt in the middle of the pandemic, from Life Goes On that gives the message of hope for better days to Blue and Gray that describes the feelings of desperation.
    The variety of songs are also great Dis-ease is a nod to their hip-hop past, while Stay was made to jump up and down in a concert.
    It's so well made that you cannot skip any track, yes, including the skit, it's there for a reason.    … Expand
  9. Olenkamitra
    Oct 30, 2021
    10
    BE foi o primeiro álbum que escutei do BTS, conheci o grupo durante a pandemia e num momento extremamente difícil em minha vida. Quando escutei as letras do álbum e explorei seus significados, me dei de cara em como me identificava com àquelas músicas, em como eu finalmente encontrei artistas que expressavam de forma tão crua sentimentos sobre inseguranças e pressões sociais. Eu me sentiBE foi o primeiro álbum que escutei do BTS, conheci o grupo durante a pandemia e num momento extremamente difícil em minha vida. Quando escutei as letras do álbum e explorei seus significados, me dei de cara em como me identificava com àquelas músicas, em como eu finalmente encontrei artistas que expressavam de forma tão crua sentimentos sobre inseguranças e pressões sociais. Eu me senti bem, e acima de tudo, representada.… Expand
  10. h4n
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece. “Life Goes On” is a gorgeous track with a beautifully rendered chorus and timely eloquent lyrics. “Blue and Grey” is melancholic and gloomy, once again the vocalists deliver an incredible amount of emotion through their lines, while the rappers spot on lyricism and calm flows highlight the depression the track speaks of flawlessly. “Telepathy” and “Dis-ease” feel moreAnother masterpiece. “Life Goes On” is a gorgeous track with a beautifully rendered chorus and timely eloquent lyrics. “Blue and Grey” is melancholic and gloomy, once again the vocalists deliver an incredible amount of emotion through their lines, while the rappers spot on lyricism and calm flows highlight the depression the track speaks of flawlessly. “Telepathy” and “Dis-ease” feel more like toe tappers, but the lyrics spark introspection and meditation in the listener. “Fly Too My Room” is stripped down and feels nostalgic too listen to by the time i’m writing this review. Its lyrics in particular hit home. A wonderful album.… Expand
  11. alanamoreira
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    What say about this album... it's just one of my favorites albums of all time, the perfect package, thank you BTS, you made me go through this pandemic, thank you.
  12. Izlo
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    It is released in Pandemic period.
    -Having fun with dynamite.
    -Healing with life goes on and blue&grey.
    BTS describe their feeling and emotion during pandemic with fly to my room, telepathy, disease & stay. And they included in producing, directing &composing.
  13. iM4nechis
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    ¡Álbum asombroso! Jamás puedo dejar de halagar a BTS sin mencionar su versatilidad artística, y este álbum no será la excepción, durante todos los 28 minutos y 30 segundos de música, es muy notoria y no te deja de asombrar. Principalmente un disco pop, este mismo abarca los géneros hip hop, EDM y disco con elementos de synth-pop, funk y R&B; de una manera excepcional y única. Una obra¡Álbum asombroso! Jamás puedo dejar de halagar a BTS sin mencionar su versatilidad artística, y este álbum no será la excepción, durante todos los 28 minutos y 30 segundos de música, es muy notoria y no te deja de asombrar. Principalmente un disco pop, este mismo abarca los géneros hip hop, EDM y disco con elementos de synth-pop, funk y R&B; de una manera excepcional y única. Una obra maestra en todos los sentidos.… Expand
  14. hannahyu
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    A perfect album for pandemic fly to my room is the best life goes on is so meaningful this album is so good
  15. lsisl
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    An album of hope in times of pandemic, personal lyrics and a production worked on by the 7 members of BTS, perhaps not the most memorable but certainly a work of art.
  16. BESTMusicq
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    This album makes your quarantine less painful. Songs that reach the soul and help heal.
  17. michelerenee73
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Beautiful expression of the challenges we all experienced during the pandemic but also very hopeful and reminder that we are not alone.
  18. photodumpnijosh
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    It is an album made in the midst of pandemic which contains every form of comfort to help everyone in coping with the situation.
  19. Malinowa017
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    great album, many nostalgic songs. i love stay, dynamite, dis-ease and fly to my room.
  20. LuckyCat
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    A beautiful gift for their fans during the lockdown. Brought so much joy and hope
  21. bluenuvole
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Beautiful album. I can relate with the lyrics of the songs a lot. Life goes on has a special place in my heart.
  22. Lucifer987
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    Simple, Elegant...My favourite from the album is Blue and Grey...The title Life goes on is a comfort song
  23. LynnDixie
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This album is so important to BTS. Being able to write during lockdown and feeling uncertain of what was next really got to the members.
  24. RllyMyHope
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    These songs are truthful and soulful, so different one from the other yet perfect all together. For any moment or however you are feeling, there is a song for you. Just loved it
  25. Sarah79
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    A must listen album Fell in love with BTS after hearing this masterpiece.This album really gave me strength during covid it's a classic album the best of its kind Love it so much
  26. damienkaji
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This album is really personal to the boys i love the way they can express their emotions
  27. PD77
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    An album packed with both soul soothing and inspiring music during a period of absolute uncertainty? Love it. Thank you, BTS.
    I adore all the tracks - a special shout out to Life Goes On, Telepathy, Fly to My Room and Dis-Ease!
  28. tannieee
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    A beautiful album which helped me a lot during the pandemic. All of the songs feel comforting and you can feel the love they put into these songs.
  29. InaMori
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Muy buen álbum, life goes on fue su primera canción en coreano que logró el top 1 en billboard y obviamente se debe a lo buena forma en la que transmite melancolía y felicidad a la vez. Muy recomendable!
  30. koikooky
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    this album slays and slaps so hard. bangtan does NOT understand the term flop amen
  31. Serendipity0929
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Theee best album to come out during our darkest days during quarantine!! Love LOVED EVERY song on this album! Honestly this is what made my days brighter … Expand
  32. AnnaliRch
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Sou um pouco suspeita porque acho esse o terceiro melhor album deles, acho a sonoridade perfeita, o minimalismo pontual, a presença do Hoseok bem mais forte nas faixas, fora que ele foi todo pensado e produzido pelos membros então... Impecavel, perfeito, cheiroso. NINGUÈM RELA
  33. Mari134
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    Excelente albumde nuevo, muy adecuado a la epoca en la que vivimos. Me encanto como siempre
  34. Su134340
    Sep 25, 2022
    10
    BE is my comfort zone! Fly to my room, Telepathy, Life goes on, Blue and Grey ,Stay, Dis-ease, Dynamite! This is just too good and so warm!
  35. Deivis7
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Un álbum muy reflexivo y letras muy amigables y empáticas con el usuario, dando un mensaje de consuelo por todo lo vivido en estos años de pandemia, además de que todos los miembros del grupo surcoreano trabajaron en este proyecto tanto en la composición y producción, ritmos frescos y sencillos pero que logran llevarte a distintos sentimientos, sin dejar de recalcar que todos los track delUn álbum muy reflexivo y letras muy amigables y empáticas con el usuario, dando un mensaje de consuelo por todo lo vivido en estos años de pandemia, además de que todos los miembros del grupo surcoreano trabajaron en este proyecto tanto en la composición y producción, ritmos frescos y sencillos pero que logran llevarte a distintos sentimientos, sin dejar de recalcar que todos los track del álbum lograron ingresar al Billboard Hot 100.… Expand
  36. mAscArA81
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    This album was so needed during the pandemic. It gave us comfort and reflexs really well how we felt during the worst moments we had with covid. Speciall mention to "Blue and Grey" and " Disease", Diasease is in my opinion one of the best BTS songs.
  37. Abigailota
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best álbum ever. The track Outro: tear makes me cry.
    It's just a masterpice. ALL the song are amazing! The world need more of this.    … Expand
  38. Alma7
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Este álbum te cambia la manera de ver un efímero sentimiento para convertirlo en arte.
  39. cspaulding
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Everything about this album is perfect. When it came out I had COVID, so it was really comforting
  40. joonngyu
    May 7, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Exelente album de principio a fin, son muy buenos y artistas que nunca desepcionan con cada album… Expand
  41. Anybycr_13
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    This album is perfect! The songs are so beautiful! It's my favorite album of all time now
  42. matthewmirliani
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    The EP opens with possibly BTS’ loveliest and most emotional song to date - “Life Goes On” - the perfect musical uplift for the year of COVID; it closes with their infectious (and now GRAMMY-nominated and history-making) anthem “Dynamite.” Between these two highlights are songs (and even a skit) that fit well within what we expect from this insanely talented group: charisma, charm,The EP opens with possibly BTS’ loveliest and most emotional song to date - “Life Goes On” - the perfect musical uplift for the year of COVID; it closes with their infectious (and now GRAMMY-nominated and history-making) anthem “Dynamite.” Between these two highlights are songs (and even a skit) that fit well within what we expect from this insanely talented group: charisma, charm, intelligence, honesty, and a fearlessness to face both life’s turbulence and joy. BTS continues to be an absolute pleasure to listen to and cheer for.… Expand
  43. LilyanLilee
    Nov 21, 2020
    9
    Conseguiram o feito de falar sobre a situação atual sem parecer forçado ou pretensioso. Sensacional.
  44. marietrotski
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    BE is a warm snail mail from a best friend that we've been waiting for. Or better, it is a warm soup we'll need in cold winter. In this simple album, BTS shows maturity in musicality, concept, as well as a humble acceptance for the pandemic-caused situation which is hard for everyone, including for ARMY they've cherished in their heart, and for them, as individuals, artists and performers.BE is a warm snail mail from a best friend that we've been waiting for. Or better, it is a warm soup we'll need in cold winter. In this simple album, BTS shows maturity in musicality, concept, as well as a humble acceptance for the pandemic-caused situation which is hard for everyone, including for ARMY they've cherished in their heart, and for them, as individuals, artists and performers.

    The album is introduced by "Life Goes On" which engages people more to the present, the reality. This track invites us to accept the situation wisely, and it is depicted finely with the choices of cozy RnB. A small portion of electronic sounds, a 'tock' and humming sound which is surprisingly familiar and bizare at the same time, a sprinkle of autotunes chosen wisely on the production. The choice to have floating ending, maybe to be play again and again, but also at the same time connect to the lyrics "I remember", the scene at the MV, as if a confirmation of the main message "life goes on like this again". On top of musicality, "Life Goes On" brought us thoughtful lyrics from wise seven young men, without trying to tell you this and that.

    "Fly to My Room" is a revisit to the lessons they got during American Hustle (2014). Usually, they mix vocal part and rap part as they did much in the MOTS:7. Yet, in this HER-vibe track, they contrast not only vocal and rap part, but also each style of Taehyung's, Jimin's, Suga's, and J-Hope's, as if they are discussing the whole pandemic situation in an intimate way. This track is a craft. If it is a warm patchwork blanket, it is sewn delicately.

    "Blue and Grey" is another masterpiece of exploring the vulnerability of human beings positioned in precarious moments. Like when everything seems off the grip. Blue and Grey offer a comforting delicacy served by indie-vibe of guitar, comforting vocals while still warm you with enough spices from the rap line.

    "Telepathy" is a "you-can-not-resist" invitation for every ARMY to took their hand and dance, having a pajamas party in their rooms! It is a brilliant pilgrimage to the 1980's pop disco where fun, witty lyrics were at the top in easing up the life tension due to emerging capitalist society. With a tropical touch on the track, it twists the aim of retro-pop-disco back then to fit with the current situation.

    Every ARMY will know that Dis-ease is J-Hope's vibe track. Exact contra to Blue and Grey, it depicts the feeling when the body already at the limit of digesting the whole situation. Annoyance, impatience, and endless hopes are put out in this track. The contrast also because of the choices of aesthetics, which simply musically banal while still 'on the track' of RnB, hip-hop vibe. This doubt might be caught by music enthusiasts and may lessen the overall evaluation of the album. However, good critics should also dig deep into the aesthetic history of BTS, especially put attention on each individual musicality of the member. Only by then, J-Hope's choices of style be evaluated fairly.

    "Stay" performed by Jungkook, Jin, and RM is supposed to be a hype-up song to play in the dance room. The choice of music seems to unmatch with the overall concept, but hey, with the advance of speakers nowadays, everybody can have a party in their own room right? Contra to the title, the track brings "the lonely crowd" who are partying in their own room to run away! Thus, make another inquiry of why this track put on the last, just before Dynamite. Maybe they will announce something shortly?

    Aside from the debate of whether Dynamite should be included or not included in the album, anyway, the track is in. It is supplementary, yet the album does not complete without it. Looking back on the overall message BTS trying to put up, it is not surprising that they decided that way. With Dynamite, the overall package from depressing, mad, up till acceptance to the pandemic situation will come to end with a challenge; what will you do? go out and play a game of ping pong, with friends! Dynamite ends the message of BE with a challenge to do whatever the listeners would like to do.

    Now, many reviews skip the SKIT as it is not even a song. In my opinion, however, skit has a significant role in positioning what this album is all about, and to what exactly the direction BTS is pointing to. With this skit, BTS is losing their marks for certain awards evaluations. So, they are not thinking about getting an award for this album, though, their musicality from BE compare to the previous albums has matured so much. Especially since they are involved thoroughly in the production this time. Music enthusiasts will notice a huge reduction of autotunes, simple and raw editing, and so on. It seems like it produced by an indie company rather than arguably the biggest label in South Korea.    … Expand
  45. mimikab
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    The album feels personal and comforting. There are no fillers, all the songs are good and thoughtful. A lot of big artists these days release albums full of songs they think will be commercially successful, and the quality of their music get damaged. BE is the farthest from that.
    BTS made an album that brings out their unique tone and style, while serves the purpose of comforting the    The album feels personal and comforting. There are no fillers, all the songs are good and thoughtful. A lot of big artists these days release albums full of songs they think will be commercially successful, and the quality of their music get damaged. BE is the farthest from that.
    BTS made an album that brings out their unique tone and style, while serves the purpose of comforting the world.
    To people familiar with the individual mix tapes of some of the members- BE has the feel of a mix tape for the group.    … Expand
  46. Dunyy
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O Bts mais uma vez mostra do que é capaz , caminhar entre generos diferentes sem medo. Be é simplesmente uns dos melhores trabalhos da banda : vozes encantadoras, letras magníficas e melodia agradável.… Expand
  47. ugh_jules
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BE is an extremely cohesive and raw album. BTS approaches the pandemic in a hopeful and mature way. Starting slow and calm with songs like Life Goes On, and ending the album with the explosion of emotions that is Dynamite, BE feels like the acceptance of a new reality rather than the fear of what the world can become.

    BTS’ lyricism is again one of the best in the industry. It’s a shame that most critics, including the ones who wrote pieces cited here on Metacritic, aren’t able to do their homework properly. It’s obvious from their poorly researched reviews that they did the bare minimum to understand the album, its purpose and its lyrics. The language barrier is a mere excuse for poor journalism. The independent even dared to report that Blue and Grey, whose lyrics are about sadness and depression during the pandemic, is for the “sexy/horny moods of lockdown,” a simply distasteful and disrespectful take. From Life Goes On, BE’s title track: “One day, the world stopped / without any forewarning / Spring, not knowing the concept of waiting, / failed to read the room and showed up.” This small excerpt alone gives the listener can have an idea of the depth of the message BTS is trying to convey. The personification of spring is just one example of the pure poetry that is BE. Lastly, melody-wise, the album is also far from generic. Dis-ease, and old-school hip hop track, has very interesting samples and extremely detailed production. Overall, BE uses a variety of instruments to create the seamless transition from alternative hiphop to pop ballads, from a funky track to a melodic rap EDM. BE is a very well structured journey from start to finish.    … Expand
  48. BTSsuraj
    Nov 24, 2020
    9
    BTS does again as they have plus one great album to there list and mind you it's calming one at that.
  49. colleenvw
    Nov 25, 2020
    9
    The lyricism and storytelling in this album is mind-blowing, yet at the same time something that is fairly normal throughout the group's discography, aside from the English single of Dynamite which the group did not write. BE is like a warm hug on a cold winter day, but it doesn't gloss over the pain and hardships people have gone through over the past months. It discusses stress, mentalThe lyricism and storytelling in this album is mind-blowing, yet at the same time something that is fairly normal throughout the group's discography, aside from the English single of Dynamite which the group did not write. BE is like a warm hug on a cold winter day, but it doesn't gloss over the pain and hardships people have gone through over the past months. It discusses stress, mental illness, loneliness, but does end on a more positive note each time. They went back to their older sound with the track Dis-ease, which is more hiphop-based but also has some other musucal elements that keep building up throughout the song. Telepathy is probably one of those songs that you keep playing multiple times a day, just to understand it more. A lot of people have discussed how the album makes you want to re-listen to understand it more. I experience the same thing because the order of songs feels so /right/ yet keeps your attention (e.g. the skit section that is brought back, serving as an intermezzo in the album, or Stay ending on a distorted noise that keeps getting louder and creates tension, which is then taken away and turned into relief once Dynamite starts playing). Another reason for the album being so fit for repeated listening (please do not loop though; algorithms and all) is that various songs do not or do not appear to have a clear-cut chorus. That can be messy but in this case it creares a very nice flow in the songs. BE is like a hug where you're allowed to cry, and heal through that cry.… Expand
  50. TAMARAM
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    I really enjoyed the album and i liked how they put the tracks in a specific order. First they tell us at that despite what is going on life goes on and then we have Blue and grey i feel like with this song they tells is ok to feel depressed in these difficult times . I loved the more upbeat tracks they really put you in a good mood. Overall i think is a great listen . And also iI really enjoyed the album and i liked how they put the tracks in a specific order. First they tell us at that despite what is going on life goes on and then we have Blue and grey i feel like with this song they tells is ok to feel depressed in these difficult times . I loved the more upbeat tracks they really put you in a good mood. Overall i think is a great listen . And also i appreciate the fact that they made this album to comfort people… Expand
  51. Vickandbts
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is incredible, all the lyrics and the songs bring even more comfort in this moment that we are living, it exceeded my expectations that were already super high, thank you and congratulations bts and everyone who was part of this album.… Expand
  52. Vilashini
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    The album is one of their best albums yet. Being a self-directed one including the members having partaken in not only the music but also aspects of direction, visual creation and project management makes it a very personal album for both them and their fans. The tracks really ring the colors of each members contribution be it the melodic 'blue and Grey's by V or 'dis-ease' by J-Hope.The album is one of their best albums yet. Being a self-directed one including the members having partaken in not only the music but also aspects of direction, visual creation and project management makes it a very personal album for both them and their fans. The tracks really ring the colors of each members contribution be it the melodic 'blue and Grey's by V or 'dis-ease' by J-Hope. 'Stay's explored an EDM side that the BTS hasn't shown before while 'Telepathy' is so Suga. But the title track 'Life Goes On' feels like this combined output of all their feelings which they wanted to express and it's a beautiful icing on the cake. Much thanks for the album. BTS have a long way to go and with the looks of it they're only going strong with every album.… Expand
  53. Jinamyte
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    This album really helps a lot of people deals with their struggle. Lyrically, this was so good, all of the tracks have its own meaning. What makes its more special that the members write their own lyrics and produce it. The only thing that i don't really like from this album is the cover..... It's too basic since their latest album have a really good design. But that doesnt really matterThis album really helps a lot of people deals with their struggle. Lyrically, this was so good, all of the tracks have its own meaning. What makes its more special that the members write their own lyrics and produce it. The only thing that i don't really like from this album is the cover..... It's too basic since their latest album have a really good design. But that doesnt really matter cause the cover really fits the vibes and the meaning from the album. So far, this is one of my favourite album from the band.… Expand
  54. NickiTNH
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    BTS is not an artist that I usually listen to, but this album is one of the best albums ever.
  55. sunnykth
    Dec 5, 2020
    9
    Album de extrema qualidade, com músicas ótimas e produzidas pelos meninos. Enfim, o que não falta é talento a música com uma vibe boa
  56. Jeoymeow
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The songs in the album is very deep, i fell how they send the message to ARMY, the music and vocal, rap make me always listen it everyday… Expand
  57. yoonfachero
    Feb 8, 2021
    9
    BTS cumplió su objetivo, logro crear un álbum reconfortante y esperanzador para los fans, cada canción demuestra una gran capacidad vocal y de letras, que para mi lo convierte en el trabajo mas personal del grupo.
  58. mileyc_MX
    Mar 20, 2021
    9
    I saw many swifties traying to give bad reviews to Plastic Hearts and BE, we know that they shouldn't win, so, here is my review.
    I listened this album, and I think it's good.
    Also, I have to say that the Grammys performance of Dynamite was very cool!
  59. ren132
    Jul 7, 2021
    9
    BTS have always surprised us with beautiful songs and amazing albums and this one isn't an exception. it makes you feel so comfortable and warm like if you were spending some time with good friends
  60. Ashikthecritic
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    BTS are Pretty Good At Conveying The Message and Connect With Their Audience. It's A Pretty Good Post Pandemic Album
  61. Meemion
    Nov 21, 2020
    8
    This is a pandemic special album with their most honest feelings they have experienced this pandemic poured into the album.The lyricism and wordplay in this album is absolutely beautiful as in always BTS album. The first part of the album is mellow and sad and second part of the album is sad but progresses to a brighter sound exploring different genres like old school hip-hop, retro pop,This is a pandemic special album with their most honest feelings they have experienced this pandemic poured into the album.The lyricism and wordplay in this album is absolutely beautiful as in always BTS album. The first part of the album is mellow and sad and second part of the album is sad but progresses to a brighter sound exploring different genres like old school hip-hop, retro pop, disco pop and future house. As always the album is genre blending. BTS making each genre their own. Personally my favourites are Blue and Grey, Dis-ease and Stay. Blue and grey is about anxiety and depression and Dis-ease is about the anxiety we feel from not being productive enough in this quarantine. Almighty knew I needed these songs in my life because I am not in a very good position mentally. Stay is about what they feel after not seeing their fans for so long. It's an album not about music experimentation and taking risks but about just simply giving comfort. Each verse in Dis-ease is so good and the lyrics and wordplay is top quality. The strongest point of a BTS album is the story they tell through their album and the lyrics of their music. I love the progression in this album and the lyrics of course.… Expand
  62. Mobrizi
    Apr 4, 2021
    8
    "BE" foi a proposta que eles ofereceram de um pocketshow acústico muito bem coordenado; ao invés de se aventurarem com batidas complexas como exigem suas coreografias, os seven boys se permitiram coreografar os sentimentos mais serenos e acinzentados em suas letras. Deixaram um hit mundial abrir portas para outros tons além das cores fascinantes de "Dynamite".
  63. Limab88
    Nov 20, 2020
    8
    Álbum bem diferente do que esperava, mos da um amadurecimento artísticoe vocal do grupo
    Destaque para a faixa : Blue & Grey
  64. bringthelight
    Dec 26, 2020
    8
    One of the group's most cohesive jobs, perhaps the short duration of just 28 minutes, was the key for the album to maintain a pleasant sound throughout the journey, where members lead fans to talk about problems but with a hint of hope. Finally, it remains only to absorb the messages of each song and, if necessary, press the replay and listen to everything again.
  65. phngn
    Sep 19, 2022
    8
    the album sounds great. There aren't any tracks that stand out however all of the songs are above average. It's no skip album for me
  66. TranMinh
    Oct 26, 2021
    7
    One of the best albums by BTS to date, it consits pretty good songs but some of the connections are lacking i guess. The track that formed the emotional line of this album is Blue & Grey, the song is written beautifully and well-produced, the boys' voices are magically mixed too. In my opinion, i want more songs like this one to be on the album, it would be great to have an album likeOne of the best albums by BTS to date, it consits pretty good songs but some of the connections are lacking i guess. The track that formed the emotional line of this album is Blue & Grey, the song is written beautifully and well-produced, the boys' voices are magically mixed too. In my opinion, i want more songs like this one to be on the album, it would be great to have an album like that.
    Other songs are not bad but non of them can do the same thing that Blue & Grey did.
    To be honest, this album is a good record and worth it to listen to.    … Expand
  67. chiaramanto
    Oct 22, 2022
    7
    one of their best album, the lead single life goes on is great however I found it a little bit boring
  68. metatron1987
    Nov 20, 2020
    7
    COM O OBJETIVO, DE CONFORTO UM ABRAÇO AO MUNDO O ALBUM TRAZ O SENTIMENTO, QUE COM AS LUTAS TUDO PARA CERTO. QUE AS COISAS SE TRANSFORMAM QUE SOMOS MUITO ALEM DE CORPO FISICO, NOSSA ENERGIA TRANSCEDE OS CONTIMENTES A LINGUAGEM. QUE O ABRAÇO SEJA PLANETARIO
  69. Joseph13
    Dec 10, 2020
    7
    a great, cohesive album! im impressed by their vocals wowwww. lyrics were pretty good too. production could’ve been way better but it’s not bad for sure:) Faves: Dynamite, Blue & Grey, Stay
    Least Fave: Telepathy
  70. kenally
    Nov 25, 2020
    7
    me gusta mucha la simpleza de la estática que tiene el álbum, me gusta que los chicos nos transmitan este mensaje de “es duro, pero estamos aquí para ti, gracias por estar con nosotros”, en mi opinión creo que tienen mejores trabajos, no es el mejor álbum pero tampoco es malo, orgullosa de todo lo que están logrando los chicos
  71. TheNewYorkArts
    Dec 10, 2020
    6
    BTS steps in the right direction due to a newly founded vulnerability - that MOTS:7 needed so badly. armed with a precise production, honest lyrics, and a total lack of ego, this album is BTS at its peak: lighthearted, straight-forward, and original. deserved to be a lot longer.
  72. Saraafn
    Jun 23, 2022
    6
    It's probably my least fav album of them... Some songs were just boring and didn't hit for me. Still appreciated dynamite and life goes on.
  73. Moonlight0
    Nov 21, 2020
    6
    This album screams that I was for fans. The album is so boring but I could love some songs on the album. Also Skit is really unnecessary. Generally, I don’t like this album.
  74. samplam
    Nov 28, 2020
    6
    I'm very conflicted on this album. While I do love the songs, there's nothing new that we haven't heard from the septet before. The sounds of 'Life Goes On' and 'Blue & Grey' are very reminiscent of the early stages of the band's discography, such as the sounds in 'The Most Beautiful Moment in Life' and in 'You Never Walk Alone.' The songs 'Fly To My Room' and 'Telepathy' could easily beI'm very conflicted on this album. While I do love the songs, there's nothing new that we haven't heard from the septet before. The sounds of 'Life Goes On' and 'Blue & Grey' are very reminiscent of the early stages of the band's discography, such as the sounds in 'The Most Beautiful Moment in Life' and in 'You Never Walk Alone.' The songs 'Fly To My Room' and 'Telepathy' could easily be on the tracklist of 'Love Yourself: Her' and I wouldn't notice. 'Dis-ease' is very similar to the bouncy 'HOME' in 'MAP OF THE SOUL : PERSONA' and 'Stay' is basically the second part of 'So What' in the mellow but contradictory 'Love Yourself: Tear.' And yet, I still love this album. I still love the septet's sound. I can't help but sing to the final distorted notes on 'Life Goes On' and I can't help but dance in my chair to 'Dis-ease' and 'Telepathy.' But in the end, I was just very underwhelmed after hearing this for the first time. I was waiting for more. Sure, this is an EP with barely thirty minutes of music but honestly, I've seen MANY other EP's just as short as this one be more exploratory and miles ahead in lyricism and production (for example, 'RINA' by Rina Sawayama and 'M3LL155X' by FKA twigs, just to name a few). I know BTS can do better and I know the boys are amazing producers and songwriters. They have produced and wrote heartfelt and heartBREAKING songs, such as 4 O'Clock (a duet between RM and V) and House of Cards (a quartet featuring the vocalists of the group). The lyrics on this EP are honestly just lackluster. Sure, they have that message of hope for the future and dealing with situations of the present (especially on 'Life Goes On') but we've heard this too many times this year.

    However, at the end of the day, this is still a decent EP. This is still a melancholy, yet bouncy, EP. This is still a nice, but lackluster, EP. I'm just hoping the septet explores more and reaches further heights on their next EP or studio album because I know they can do better than this.    … Expand
  75. vasiliss
    Dec 11, 2020
    6
    nothing special tbh. dynamite is really overrated, the lyrics are generic and the rest songs are quite simple. they could do better imo...
  76. AM1
    Jul 8, 2021
    5
    The good and healing album
    Every song have their own power, my fave is Telepathy and Dis-Ease
  77. Jenjihz
    Nov 21, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. En un año peculiar BE refleja los sentimientos que viven y han vivido las personas, comenzando con ritmos melancólicos y termina con ritmos alegres que representa las emociones en los seres humanos, las letras lejos de un sonido con intereses comerciales, refleja la madurez que tiene el grupo y que cada año sorprende a sus seguidores como a los críticos.
    Esperemos que más artistas lleven este tipo de emociones a la música.    … Expand
  78. glady06
    Nov 26, 2020
    5
    I have listened to the entire Album and all the tracks are so comforting. My personal favorite is Life Goes On and Fly To My Room. It is so timely considering that the entire world is on a sortnof lockdown due to the pandemic.
  79. JazminMora7
    Nov 20, 2020
    5
    El álbum es muy bueno, contiene diferentes estilos y las letras son muy conmovedoras
  80. Kikitan
    Nov 20, 2020
    5
    BE is like a comforting hug from an old friend. It's melancholic and uplifting at same time. The beauty of this album is the pure sincerity expressed in lyrics. An album to be appreciated for a long time.
  81. Del82
    Nov 21, 2020
    5
    El álbum fue un abrazo fuerte a la gentes qué cambio la vida por la pandemia, hermoso... Solamente hermoso...
  82. PauliSG
    Nov 21, 2020
    5
    En pocas palabras, lo mejor del año, música de calidad, letras hermosas, melodías tranquilizantes. Mis respetos a los chicos de BTS, es un trabajo magnífico!
  83. riveraud
    Nov 24, 2020
    5
    This album provides a sense of comfort that everyone needs during these difficult times, and reminds us that these 7 men from Korea understand us. With each listen, with a deeper understanding of their messages and lyrics, each song has a part in telling their story as a whole. BTS never fails to bring sincerity and love within each song. To put it simply, this album is like a warm hugThis album provides a sense of comfort that everyone needs during these difficult times, and reminds us that these 7 men from Korea understand us. With each listen, with a deeper understanding of their messages and lyrics, each song has a part in telling their story as a whole. BTS never fails to bring sincerity and love within each song. To put it simply, this album is like a warm hug that you never knew you needed, and would take you in with open arms if you listen with an open mind and no prejudice.… Expand
  84. Alvaroapaez
    Mar 20, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Regular album from a regular boy band, i think people give them a lot more credit than they deserve.
    Maybe a little bit of passion inside their lyrics could help the lack of creativity    … Expand
  85. criticamusical
    Apr 14, 2021
    5
    Razoável. Não é o melhor album te 2020, com certeza. Sua música Dynamite é com certeza um dos pop's mais chicletes e genéricos que já ouvi. Além de o uso exagerado de autotune.
  86. Jettuu
    Nov 20, 2020
    4
    I want to give my honest unbiased opinion here I really love BTS but aside from dynamite this album is so disappointing and It sucks for me to admit this because I know the members all worked hard on this album but BE is really only good for maybe a couple of listens and then it just gets boring, idk why they started using so much auto tune either its in almost every track i've beenI want to give my honest unbiased opinion here I really love BTS but aside from dynamite this album is so disappointing and It sucks for me to admit this because I know the members all worked hard on this album but BE is really only good for maybe a couple of listens and then it just gets boring, idk why they started using so much auto tune either its in almost every track i've been waiting for them to surpass Love yourself:Tear era for 2 years that was the year they almost disbanded and it spawned the most record breaking korean album at the time creating a streak of #1 hits for them its full of quality tracks from top to bottom because It came from their raw emotion and hardship every track from 134340 to Singularity to fake love they do so well with hip hop and r&b tracks but they just seem to have abandon it in 2018? They briefly revisited it with black swan which in my opinion was a huge loss because that song was incredible their most visually and conceptually stunning release since ly:tear but the rollout of the single was horrific so it underperformed unfortunately and again with their track UGH! In mots7 a huge miss to expand their audience beyond armys and the pop genre if they actually promoted it in the US where rap is the top genre and im aware some army's will be mad and call me a fake fan but its already reflecting in the charts as its only been 1 day and BE is already dropping ....BTS needs to revisit their roots go back to dark n wild and take inspiration from the oldschool bangtan we all fell in love with… Expand
  87. Mononj
    Nov 20, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is everything you need to face reality in a gentle way, a warm hug after so many time in isolation… Expand
  88. hahahaha99
    Nov 20, 2020
    4
    i want to give my honest opinion, i really love BTS. it's suck for me to admit but this album is so disappointing. aside from dynamite, the other song is really boring. I mean I've listened to all the songs in this album and its only good if we listen for a couple times, idk about what the other fans think but this is my opinion. hopefully in next album they will bring the better album
  89. Crutionix
    Aug 24, 2022
    4
    I decided to listen to this album after seeing it highly reviewed. While the song I had heard back in 2020, Dynamite, is a catchy and a hit for me, the rest of the album falls flat - fillers that don't leave me feeling as optimistic as when I started listening.
  90. koonw
    Dec 28, 2020
    3
    Good for you boys and girls who love them. But this is getting out of control. Their music is nowhere near " good". It's outdated and boring. Ok..they are definitely great entertainers but this is ruining music as art. Choreography and music videos can't justify music.
  91. Mobina1
    Mar 21, 2021
    3
    I rated this album months ago and I wanted to rate it higher but when I saw @rmys efforts to make Plastic Hearts scores down I won't change it. The worst Fandom ever exists
  92. roger_
    Mar 20, 2021
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it’s good, but i don’t know, missing something, i think they will have a great future… Expand
  93. spongki
    Jul 22, 2021
    3
    I have never listened to even a snippet of a song by a male group before this endeavor, so I guess I wasn't missing out on anything.
  94. GabrielMonteiro
    Dec 7, 2020
    2
    Dynamite was OK but so overplayed that it actually makes me wanna vomit. It doesn't fit the album at all, it just feels like the 'hit single' put in the tracklist to sell album units...
  95. excusemeum
    Feb 22, 2021
    2
    excuse me but the only really good songs here are stay and fly to my room, blue & grey is completly AWFUL, so boring, how it reached top 13 on hot 100? life goes on i dont understand why it become a n.1 in hot 100, is a good song but its overhyped, dynamite is EXTREMLY OVERHYPED and the overplay ruined it, telephaty, i just dont like the sound of it, the intro of it *i hate it* and diseaseexcuse me but the only really good songs here are stay and fly to my room, blue & grey is completly AWFUL, so boring, how it reached top 13 on hot 100? life goes on i dont understand why it become a n.1 in hot 100, is a good song but its overhyped, dynamite is EXTREMLY OVERHYPED and the overplay ruined it, telephaty, i just dont like the sound of it, the intro of it *i hate it* and disease is kinda good, bts is a good group but i just dont like so much this album… Expand
  96. Caiobarroso
    Nov 21, 2020
    1
    Músicas muitas das vezes um pouco parecidas, eles praticamente fizeram o álbum pra quererem hitar, mas faltou conceito
  97. lucasflorenci
    Dec 11, 2020
    1
    It is definitely not the best of South Koreans, but it shows the strength of a marketing focused on young people and deserves to be highlighted.
  98. Sarah_malik
    Nov 29, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is definitely the bts worst album not a good one despite the message it has and meaning but it's not a good one… Expand
  99. playboicarti
    Nov 30, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its the most mediocre album I've ever heard. There is no cohesion, or any connected message just basic lyrics with instrumentals and their weak vocals...… Expand
  100. Lindomarjuniorg
    Mar 21, 2021
    1
    MUITO RUIM! O som desses moços sao pavorosos e muito poluidos. Letras nada profundas e vozes fracas fazem dele ainda pior.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. PopMatters
    Jan 15, 2021
    80
    BE is the album in which BTS's sound crosses over to cement the type of legacy they're building – one that started in youth and is very proudly Korean, but that makes sense for any age or place.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Dec 5, 2020
    70
    Frustration and grief animate these songs, but it’s their simplicity and specificity that make them compelling.
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  3. The Quietus
    Nov 30, 2020
    80
    Deciding to reflect on states of mind some of us could resonate to – especially this year – BE serves as a chronicle of what 2020 has been during lockdown: a year of uncertainty, anxiety, depression and frustration. But it also delivers hope for the future.
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