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. namraanjum
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's so amazing and energetic. Plus the muic videos are so cool. Loved it … Expand
  2. pennyroyaltea
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The album is amazing, highly recommend. All his solo work is high quality, actually
  3. Eyl
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is amazing. It was a great experience for me even though it's my first time to experience this genre, he is a very successful artist
  4. Cleuur
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Ame el álbum de J-Hope es un artista extremadamente completo en todos los aspectos, felicitaciones
  5. niken
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    it's amazing album, i love all the songs in this album but arson and STOP have special place in my heart...
  6. Losy
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jack In The Box, es un al álbum muy erótico que demuestra que el idioma no influye para ser una buena canción, letras tan dóciles cómo lo son las de este álbum pueden ser acompañadas con una melódica constante y dura (rap) en lo personal. Está es la clara demostración de que no tienes que hablar inglés para triunfar.… Expand
  7. RNAdoll
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I love this album, particularly the progression of the songs. My favorite transition is "Music Box: Reflection" to "What If..."
  8. Aish_K
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The album is a top tier, the lyricism, instrumental and the versatility made me a fan of him.
  9. Ririka010
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Extremely good
    All tracks are good
  10. Miiz
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Incredible masterpiece handcrafted by j hope himself. Best to listen whole album from top to bottom to better understand the flow and tone
  11. SemeemaSubba
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    JITB is one of the best albums to listen to if you listen it without any prejudice...
  12. njacy
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    One of my favorites, I listen to it from beginning to end everyday. Safety Zone is my favorite
  13. Katsi_
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece! I always listen to it top to bottom. It tells a story and really fits my taste in music. Rap, pop, alternative elements in good proportions. Such a great album! And god, j-hope’s Lollapalooza performance! Amazing
  14. Aliyana
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    J-hope showing another side of him in this masterpiece! The album has to be listened from top to bottom to feel the story he is trying to convey. He is truly a talented artist!
  15. Steann
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    A very personal album from Hobi, new side of him I was very glad to meet, this album shows how talented he is.
  16. anne623
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    A new side to J-hope that I didnt expect. I was expecting another album of the same concept like Hope World. But his 2nd album took me by surprise. He cant always maintain the jolly-like facade, so More and Arson was born. But naming it as Jack in the Box, with references to Greek myths, mentioning Pandora's box. There really is hope in the end. Not everything has to be dark, thats whyA new side to J-hope that I didnt expect. I was expecting another album of the same concept like Hope World. But his 2nd album took me by surprise. He cant always maintain the jolly-like facade, so More and Arson was born. But naming it as Jack in the Box, with references to Greek myths, mentioning Pandora's box. There really is hope in the end. Not everything has to be dark, thats why Future and Equal Sign was made. J-hope's album is a story itself.… Expand
  17. chitra_13
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    best album put up by hobi, it was amazing to listen to and the production and lyrics were awesome
  18. nadjoon
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is amazing I'm so proud of j-hope he showed us a new side of him in the best way possible, my favorite tracks are 'more' 'arson' and 'equal sign'
  19. beunggopan
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    J-hope brought out the best of him in this album. I really love Arson. If he's good in dancing, he's also good in singing! Much love for this album!
  20. bts221198
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The album was very experimental, exceeded my expectations. It deserved that grammy
  21. zee94
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The best lyrics and awesome play words. Totally worth the listen. I'm impressed. Very different genre from kpop music. Recommended.
  22. aslbullanuo
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is a great album, true ART! the lyrics, the songs, the rhythm, composition it's all ART!… Expand
  23. Gianeqal
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    JOYA DE ALBUM DE VERDAD, siempre cuando estoy estresada por estudios, escucho el álbum y me da ánimos a seguir
  24. Bhumi613
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I usually don't listen to rap albums. So this was a first one. I was sceptical in the start but to my surprise I actually loved the album. The intro was chef's kiss to whole album, it was this little fine but imp detail. "Arson" was literally litt, the agression and in "More", "Future" and "Equal sign" beautiful songs with beautiful message, "Safety zone" literally being my safety zone, Stop an amazing song and my favourite "What if" I'd do anything to listen to it live. The album is a perfect mix of aggressive rap and rock music and beautiful vocals at the same time.… Expand
  25. Prayerofthehaim
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Nothing but bops. One of the greatest albums of all time. You WILL get hooked to each song that you hear from this album.
  26. Elena2123
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box is something you can play through out the night and party party
  27. Khimdis
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The best album of the year!! I'm so happy to be army for BTS
  28. musicophile8
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack In The Box, a significantly powerful album. All songs in this album holds their own meaning and essence. A must listen it is! We encountered with both rapper Jhope and vocalist Jhope through it. Love all the songs but my all time listens are arson, safety zone and equal sign. Thank you jhope for such an amazing piece of art.
  29. Nimin_jm
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The album make me happy unconventional music genre Didn't expect to hear this kind of music from J - HopeThis amazing I love u j-hope
  30. Kimarasira
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    It's a really great album. The songs on the album are all good.worth a listen
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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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