Jack in the Box
by J-Hope
  • Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Jul 15, 2022
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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. mokdksn
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanta, el vestuario, maquillaje, el ritmo Ayyy todo está fantástico , aun no lo escucho todo pero se que todas las canciones son espectáculares, Hobi te amo mucho gracias por darnos este preciosos álbum… Expand
  2. Pavithra_ap
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Hoseok’s music spectrum is extremely wide. Tho it’s completely different from the kind of music we are used to from his band, his individual projects has something raw that’s never been seen before. So good luck to him on this project. I’ve been enjoying it so far and i hope others do too. He is a really talented individual
  3. Chen_
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Listening to the songs in order from track 1 to track 10 tells a story so creative and interesting that repeating the album on various accounts becomes easier after every listen. The songs address topics such as equality, diversity, selfhope/selflove and many other important messages needed in our society today. Alongside the amazing messages comes beats, instrumentals, lyrics, and hoseok’s flow that almost forces you to bop your head from start to finish. Anyone who hasn’t listened already i suggest listening as soon we possible, this is an album that must be shared… Expand
  4. Dilhun
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    He is amazing. Songs are very beautiful, just perfect. Mv (for 'Arson') is really dark. He is a genius
  5. CatDynamite
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    A very very strong concept album leaning heavily into Hoseok's hip-hop roots. His flow is immaculate and his lyricism is personal and sincere and raw. The soundscape takes the listener on a journey starting low and eerie with intro, setting the foundation through pandora's box and crashing into full grunge and rock-fueled hip hop with more. The sampling of ol' dirty bastard's 'shimmyA very very strong concept album leaning heavily into Hoseok's hip-hop roots. His flow is immaculate and his lyricism is personal and sincere and raw. The soundscape takes the listener on a journey starting low and eerie with intro, setting the foundation through pandora's box and crashing into full grunge and rock-fueled hip hop with more. The sampling of ol' dirty bastard's 'shimmy shimmy ya' in what if was such a great homage and surprise and the whole production on the track is insanely good. Equal Sign kind of switches it up texturally with sweet melodic singing and the synth shimmers and glitters throughout. My favorite, however, are safety zone and future, sonically so infectious and stunning production again. Arson is the perfect end, wrapping up but not quite ending a tale of ambition, hunger, insecurity, anger, empathy and hopefulness with an ethical dilemma: do we let the embers we lit , burn everything down, or do we put an end to it? More interestingly, can we even put an end to the fire an artist at the height of his craft unleashes on to the world.… Expand
  6. fedz
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    i just love it!!! it's literally amazing. i really recommend go listening it since it's fantastic. i'm so proud of jung hoseok for this comeback and i hope he knows we're really proud of him. at first i didnt like that much "more" but know i think the album is just amazing.
  7. viheag
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    It's such a perfect album. Each song has a different vibe with meaningful lyrics and the whole production is amazing. It melts perfectly!!
    Thank you, J-Hope for this masterpiece!
  8. Niabhatin
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Beautiful album. The fact that he can sing and rap makes me wonder. He proved his worth
  9. Steph25
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    J-Hope is an amazing artist, so creative, that’s crazy how this album makes you feel a lot of emotions.
  10. vhseijuro
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. obrigada hoseok por sempre nos proporcionar um trabalho impecável e de qualidade, não esperava menos de um dos maiores rappers da geração.… Expand
  11. smiook
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it's a really amazing album, the artist mentioned that in this album he put all his effort, feelings and thoughts and that's what makes the album amazing... i love this album, I can't stop listening especially to the song = (Equal sign) IT'S SO GOOD … Expand
  12. marona
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Definitely one of the best albums this year!
    I liked every song, the lyrics were so original and some of them very relatable. J-hope is a musical genius !
    As i said i liked every song but my favorites have to be equal sign, safety zone and what if. ☺
  13. vnlente
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I can tell J-Hope put his soul into this album! It totally captures his essence and style as a solo artist, separated from his BTS persona. Jack in the box is really different from what we have heard from him so far, and it has a unique sound to each song, exploring multiple genres, such as a perfect mix of rock and hip hop in MORE. I am really looking forward to hear more of J-Hope’sI can tell J-Hope put his soul into this album! It totally captures his essence and style as a solo artist, separated from his BTS persona. Jack in the box is really different from what we have heard from him so far, and it has a unique sound to each song, exploring multiple genres, such as a perfect mix of rock and hip hop in MORE. I am really looking forward to hear more of J-Hope’s works in the future. Hwaiting!… Expand
  14. karenPerez
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The best 2022 album
  15. Shreya7_
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Its an amazing Album! I am in love with every single track in this album! The lyrics are awesome! Totally loved it!
  16. Sofalu
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    J-Hope no tiene límite en su arte, este nuevo álbum lo demuestra. Su significado y mensaje son claros y concisos. Es espectacular.
  17. Bt13613
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, every songs is like a blessing for my ears ✨
  18. jjkbee
    Sep 26, 2022
    10
    What an artist!! J-Hope takes you on a beautiful journey through different sounds with incredible lyrics and rapping/singing/production. Every song sounds fresh and you never want the album to end. This album shows a new side to J-Hope, both from his previous mixtape but also a new side to the J-Hope we know from bts. Truly shows what an amazing artist he is because he is not afraid toWhat an artist!! J-Hope takes you on a beautiful journey through different sounds with incredible lyrics and rapping/singing/production. Every song sounds fresh and you never want the album to end. This album shows a new side to J-Hope, both from his previous mixtape but also a new side to the J-Hope we know from bts. Truly shows what an amazing artist he is because he is not afraid to think outside the box and try new things. An exceptional album! Definitely one of the best albums released this year.… Expand
  19. anonymousfool
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I'm at a loss for words. What an artist. I've never listened to BTS before this but I've never been pulled so deeply into an album before, and I've been around some years. As I was reading the lyrics with the music and learned about J-hope's story through other articles, it really touched me and putting aside the fame, I believe it's relatable even to those who aren't artists. I could feelI'm at a loss for words. What an artist. I've never listened to BTS before this but I've never been pulled so deeply into an album before, and I've been around some years. As I was reading the lyrics with the music and learned about J-hope's story through other articles, it really touched me and putting aside the fame, I believe it's relatable even to those who aren't artists. I could feel his pain through the lyrics and the way he constructed this album so perfectly, to share his pain, grief and frustration with himself and the world, ending the album with a bang.. he is definitely a unique artist of this generation. While our lives aren't predictable and I know for sure the western industry isn't going to be kind to any of these guys regardless of what they release, I wish nothing but the best for his future as an artist, BTS as well. This was a beautifully constructed and well-thought album. I wasn't able to snag any tickets but I will definitely be tuning in for Lollapalooza to support and scream for him when I can. I hope to see this album in nominees for future award shows.… Expand
  20. Lakisha22
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The best album of the year! J hope did a very good job on this album and I love it sooo much
  21. mariacseok
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The lyrics are something that we sometimes are afraid to said and that makes this album even better. He risk it all saying what he wants to say and doing what he wants to do and he executed with talent and exit.
  22. jiminnbeloved
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    idk how to describe in words, this is truly a masterpiece !! it's so great to see a different side of him !
  23. Agapewillow
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Proud of the personal development Jhope shows with Jack In the Box, authentic in conveying journey as an artist who’s influence stems from within and the beginning of his love of Hip Hop street dancing before debuting with BTS in 2013, blood sweat and tears, Congrats! looking forward to what else is in the box….… Expand
  24. swnkv
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I love this album, all the tracks are unique and intense. the flow of the sequence makes it even better !
  25. Yoongssk
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JHOPE NEVER MISSES IN MAKING A GOOD ASS SONG IF I WHERE YOU I WOULD GO AND STREAM THE ALBUM RN‼️‼️… Expand
  26. Zjwbab
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    j-hope is a musical genius!!! The whole album is so raw and dark and so so so him. It’s so solid. I can feel his growth through the new music he created and that’s exactly what makes him a great artist. You can see clearly how much he ha worked so hard for on this new album. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  27. Saharazadi
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Jhope showed passion and his another side as a solo artist. The title track known as ARSON is perfect
  28. Swanxmagic
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The Jack In The Box album has such a fresh vibe. The album as a whole tells a story when listening in order. I love how Pandora’s Box is specially dedicated to Jhope’s name.
  29. samanalam
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Jack In The Box is such a brilliant album. Every single track on this album is so beautifully crafted. The art of storytelling that J-hope showed through this album is truly one of a kind.
  30. Durgesh29
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Whole album is Banger
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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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