Jack in the Box
by J-Hope
  • Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Jul 15, 2022
User Score
9.7

Universal acclaim- based on 2999 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,906 out of 2999
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 2999
  3. Negative: 59 out of 2999
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  1. Renlux
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My favourite album ever! Oh my God! This album is so good that I could listen to it until the last day of my life. ♡… Expand
  2. typhoidswans
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I was absolutely blown away by JitB when it was released and it’s an album I can’t stop going back to, end to end! It was such a powerful punch of pure rapline genius, it’s an incredible follow up to Hope World and shows so many different aspects of Hoseok. The documentary that followed showed us what most ARMY already knew, that Hobi wanted to craft it with his own two hands and that heI was absolutely blown away by JitB when it was released and it’s an album I can’t stop going back to, end to end! It was such a powerful punch of pure rapline genius, it’s an incredible follow up to Hope World and shows so many different aspects of Hoseok. The documentary that followed showed us what most ARMY already knew, that Hobi wanted to craft it with his own two hands and that he had direct decision making in every aspect of the album being written, produced, and launched. He was our first runner for solo efforts that weren’t collabs and wow did he make an impression. The songs are powerful and the lyrics are amazing, there are so many layers, moods and emotions. Hearing Hoseok channel his drive and pride, his desire to succeed and his need to keep improving, and the meaning of HOPE in a world full of chaos and frustration. Hoseok is such a self-made and inspiring person, and it’s lowkey heartbreaking to hear how he’s struggled. I am so proud of him and will always have this album in my rotation.… Expand
  3. strawhobirry
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    One of the few best albums I've heard for a while! I honestly do not listen to this kind of genre before but when this came out, I instantly loved it! I can't wait for his other works!
  4. jeoneuphoria
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    They are easily the best 21 minutes spent, I have been following this artist for a long time and I could affirm without a doubt that this is one of his best works, so raw and real, so him but at the same time so new, it is enjoyable from start to finish.
  5. Mxrixviles
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    When you listen in order, you will understand more about the story behind it. Is so awesome how j-hope can portrait his own name (meaning) to his album. The songs are such bops. Every single one has their own type of music and gender, really cool!! I really like “Arson” great song!!!
  6. EmaknyakimRJ2
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This song is very very very very nice
    Masterpiece
    Equal Sign is the best on
    Really love this album
  7. Yoonsm
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Me pareció muy bueno el álbum, no lo dejo de escuchar, los mensajes que deja en sus canciones son hermosas equal sing, es una maravilla
  8. Hobisheartbeat
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Jhope did amazing with this album! Yeah it's not like Hope World but it shows that he is adverse and can do anything!!! He is human so he is going to not be the same all the time. I thankful he did this album he showed his fans another side of him.and opened up to us. We love you Jhope!!!
  9. ApoBangpo4ever
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    I love this album. Hobi really got out of the box. It really shows the different side of him aside from being the sunshine that he is.
  10. indrani
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I love JACK IN THE BOX album. I love each and every song from that album. J-Hope is my favourite artist and I LOVE HIM AND HIS MUSIC, HIS DANCE AND HIS EVERYTHING. HE IS ONE OF A KIND. NOBODY CAN COME CLOSER. JACK IN THE BOX is a SUPERHIT ALBUM.
  11. Army_bang
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like J-hope , he is really cute and amazing.
    I like every song for the album Jack in the box .So amazing and that makes me feel wonderful and comfortable.
    Love you hobi    … Expand
  12. Jaz_vane
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Estamos ante una cara un tanto desconocida de J-hope pero vaya que es increíble, de verdad que ninguna canción decepciona, magnífico trabajo.
  13. blackswanhope
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    A world class album! perfect masterpiece piece from the ever perfectionist j-hope. Arson especially is a fire track. i advice everyone to give the album a listen preferably from top to bottom as it tells the story of hope. please try to read the lyrics since j-hope is an incredible lyricist as well! loved the album, 10 stars from me.
  14. jazim13
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Es uno de los mejores álbumes que eh escuchado, sin duda j hope es muy talentoso
  15. Sria
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album so much, i very love equal sign, the song so helped, thank you jhope for making good music… Expand
  16. Macarroni
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    El mejor álbum que e escuchado las canciones son las más hermosas la voz de jhope es unica es muy entregado en todo lo que hace se merece todo lo mejor del mundo 100% recomendado apoyemos mucho a jhope en sus futuros trabajos
  17. Nanakyum
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Este es un álbum muy innovador y apasionado, se puede sentir en la música y sus letras, el esfuerzo que hay detrás de ello. Estoy gratamente impresionado con la faceta que nos mostró J-hope, se nota que es un artista increíble.
  18. Kimjjeon
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Jack In The Box is an amazing album, we can see how Jhope brought out a better version of himself showing us a side of him out of the everyday, out of what we have normally seen in him.... I really loved it, Hobi once again showed us that his music can be in different ways... that's why I love his diversity within his music. By the way, Safety Zone saved my life. Thanks Hobi, and not toJack In The Box is an amazing album, we can see how Jhope brought out a better version of himself showing us a side of him out of the everyday, out of what we have normally seen in him.... I really loved it, Hobi once again showed us that his music can be in different ways... that's why I love his diversity within his music. By the way, Safety Zone saved my life. Thanks Hobi, and not to mention Equal Sign. All the songs are awesome I LOVE YOU JHOPEEE♡♡♡♡… Expand
  19. Beky
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Honestly, the combination of sounds with the incredible voice of Jhope I love this album, it's unique, I highly recommend it.
  20. Osirisrose
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Excelente álbum, gran calidad en arreglos musicales y buenas letras en cada canción. Un trabajo hecho con todo el profesionalismo que caracteriza a los miembros de la banda
  21. jinsutamo
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    JACK IN THE BOX ES UNA PIEZA MUSICAL CON TODO EL SENTIDO DE LA PALABRA, J-HOPE ROMPISTE CON TODO HERMANO
  22. Waheeda
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    My favourite song in this album is equal sign. All the songs in the album are amazing you have to listen the album from top to bottom in sequence it has that flow. Thank you for making this amazing album J-Hope of BTS.
  23. menalvsvhope
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Such a great album. He’s an amazing artist and person. Deserves all the good always.
  24. Flakyphoebe
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    JHOPE takes us to a slightly darker side of his musical world through this album! It's reflects his honest hard work laced with a beautiful story telling! It's an absolute banger! Not at all surprised to get this art from him as he is truly talented!
  25. Ainee
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best of best album ...with best lyrics best choreography Jung hoseok is on another level ... pulling the biggest crowd of all time i love him and his album thanku hoba … Expand
  26. SolovesHobi
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This album is truly a masterpiece. J-Hope opens up another side of himself to us. Darker with meaningful songs, where he portrays his feelings through his music so accurately. He’s not only a rapper but also a wonderful singer with gifted vocals, a producer and song writer. Each one of his tracks has history, from Equal Sign to More or Arson, among the most popular ones. It’s pure rawThis album is truly a masterpiece. J-Hope opens up another side of himself to us. Darker with meaningful songs, where he portrays his feelings through his music so accurately. He’s not only a rapper but also a wonderful singer with gifted vocals, a producer and song writer. Each one of his tracks has history, from Equal Sign to More or Arson, among the most popular ones. It’s pure raw talent. Hobi poured his soul into Jack in the Box, and we can feel his sincerity and authenticity while listening to it. J-Hope is an genuine artist, and needs to be acknowledged MORE.… Expand
  27. Dani27_
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amo todas las canciones, simplemente son perfectas, me encanta!!
    El esfuerzo que Hobi puso en la creación de este álbum se me hace admirable    … Expand
  28. Nicky7
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is amazing, the album is the best and beautiful!!!!! The best album in the world!… Expand
  29. parkjeonnam
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum que nos regaló Hobi simplemente me dejó sin palabras, es algo nuevo que jamás habíamos escuchado, me gusta que esté experimentando cosas nuevas, todas sus canciones son unas joyas, cuando las escuchas el álbum no hay un punto de comparación entre decir cuál es tu canción favorita porque todas te atrapan, amo mucho este álbum, es muy especial para mí.… Expand
  30. carolitzelb
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Una obra de arte. "No existen personas superiores ni inferiores. Más allá de la edad, del género, el odio paraliza la mente. Nada te cuesta ser amable. No hay mucha diferencia entre tú y yo"
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87

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Jul 28, 2022
    80
    Whether the music on Jack in the Box suits your taste or not, it’s hard to dismiss this album as an artistic statement rather than just chapter 1/7 of BTS proving they can also make money in ways beyond official group releases.
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  2. AllMusic
    Jul 22, 2022
    80
    The artist born Jung Ho-seok delivers emotional depth and irresistible energy. Backed by rowdy production, his aggression, raspy delivery, and tongue-twisting bars take center stage, showcasing the rap-focused perspective that he brings to the BTS formula.
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  3. Consequence
    Jul 15, 2022
    83
    There’s an excellent three track run from “What if…,” an energetic song that samples Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s “Shimmy Shimmy Ya,” into mid-tempo standout “Safety Zone” before a touch of Hope World familiarity returns in the optimistic “Future.”
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