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

Universal acclaim- based on 3428 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,051 out of 3428
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 3428
  3. Negative: 334 out of 3428
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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
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Metascore
80

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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