Love Yourself: Tear
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: May 18, 2018
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 1209 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,030 out of 1209
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 1209
  3. Negative: 165 out of 1209
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  1. Risa29
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    Another Best of BTS album.. it is a no skip song album.. Highly recommended!!
  2. HariShankar92
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    Brilliant album! The group's widely known for experimenting with different genres and sounds, and having beautiful/empowering lyrics so i wasn't disappointed. My most favourites were: TTU, Singularity, Paradise, Anpanman, Outro: Tear and Airplane pt2. They exceeded my expectations with their Love Yourself series.
  3. Yarathset
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just wanna say, that this album is amazing, each song is beautiful and the messages are incredible, this is the result of a big work, you can feel the emotion in their voices, in their lines, congratulations guys, this is the first album that I bought in my life, beacause I love it!… Expand
  4. A_someone
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    The album is very creatively composed in terms of music and lyrics. The themes and genres alter in each song, which is very intriguing cause not many artists nowadays attempt this level of variation in a single album. My personal favourite tracks are Paradise and Outro: Tear. The lyrics and the music go well together and work effectively. Good job to BTS, they're not my first Korean musicThe album is very creatively composed in terms of music and lyrics. The themes and genres alter in each song, which is very intriguing cause not many artists nowadays attempt this level of variation in a single album. My personal favourite tracks are Paradise and Outro: Tear. The lyrics and the music go well together and work effectively. Good job to BTS, they're not my first Korean music expensive but definitely one that stood out to me… Expand
  5. Shal_shalimar
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    The genres for every tracklist from this album is so diverse. This album is unique and universal. The lyrics also have alot of messages and not a waste to listen to this full album. Usually, kpop songs is not diverse in genre. One album but all of the song sounds the same. But not with BTS musics. 1 album have 10-12 songs it means they have 10-12 different genres. BTS composed and producedThe genres for every tracklist from this album is so diverse. This album is unique and universal. The lyrics also have alot of messages and not a waste to listen to this full album. Usually, kpop songs is not diverse in genre. One album but all of the song sounds the same. But not with BTS musics. 1 album have 10-12 songs it means they have 10-12 different genres. BTS composed and produced their own musics. The 'kpop' label is not fit again with BTS. They're more than kpop. Call them Korean boy band is better than 'kpop'. This album, Love Yourself: Tear, is recommended. Along side with their newest album, Love Yourself: Answer.… Expand
  6. Maryabed
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album blew my mind the moment I listened to it when it was first released and still blows my mind listening to it now. easily one of bts' best albums and one of the best albums released in 2018.
  7. Hanime
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album has very good songs with meaningful lyrics this album gives a great message to love yourself
  8. noorykh1
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album has exceeded all of the expectations I had. Each song was incredibly unique in style, the lyrics were meaningful and catchy, I loved that there were messages written in each and every line, something to understand and analyze rather than just listen to. The members' voices are unique, the rap style is different, the good type. If you listen to the album without bias, you'llThis album has exceeded all of the expectations I had. Each song was incredibly unique in style, the lyrics were meaningful and catchy, I loved that there were messages written in each and every line, something to understand and analyze rather than just listen to. The members' voices are unique, the rap style is different, the good type. If you listen to the album without bias, you'll definitely fall in love!… Expand
  9. TatyRios
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Este álbum es increíble sus ritmos contagiosos, letras significativas que expresan tanto.. y me quedo corta es excelente!!
  10. ib2459
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This is one of the bestest BTS album I've listened so far. Now I understand why BTS is getting recognitions these days. Those who are saying negative things about the album is either stupid or likes mediocre musics. They don't know what they are missing.
  11. SherySu
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    The songs are fresh and have a timeless construct. All the solo songs have a strong sense of belonging that comes naturally to the artist that created it while the group songs have a strong sense of directionality with where they want to take the track. Well made and well produced album. Perfect amalgamation of all things BTS.
  12. Emiliaurs
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
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  13. Liv02
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album is really great. I think if you take the time to listen to each and every one of their songs from this album and previous albums, there will be a song that will make you fall in love with BTS instantly. Personally in this album, I love the intro because it's kind of like R&B style which I personally really enjoy listening to so i recommend this song for you. I really hope BTSThis album is really great. I think if you take the time to listen to each and every one of their songs from this album and previous albums, there will be a song that will make you fall in love with BTS instantly. Personally in this album, I love the intro because it's kind of like R&B style which I personally really enjoy listening to so i recommend this song for you. I really hope BTS does more R&B style songs in the future!! Also please check out the rap line's mixtapes, they are super dope.… Expand
  14. Ema7
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album is one of the best albums of 2018. The prdouction of each song is nowhere near mediocre and i love it how the album tells a storyline. Definitely worth a listen
  15. iamashley143
    Oct 5, 2018
    9
    I’m new to the kpop genre. I saw bts for the first time on Good Morning America so I decided, okay let me check out this group. The songs on this album were good. Some were heavy hitters, and some were eh, just okay. But then Paradise came on and it really kinda changed my views on them. The melody, the beats, the rapping, the singing - the whole song was so well pieced together. I thinkI’m new to the kpop genre. I saw bts for the first time on Good Morning America so I decided, okay let me check out this group. The songs on this album were good. Some were heavy hitters, and some were eh, just okay. But then Paradise came on and it really kinda changed my views on them. The melody, the beats, the rapping, the singing - the whole song was so well pieced together. I think with kpop groups (from what I’ve heard so far for myself), they focus more on the lyrics. Meanwhile, bts focuses on the beats and the lyrics and makes sure it’s easy on the ears and enjoyable. Sometimes you just want to hear the beats like in 134340 or listen to the lyrics like in The Truth Untold. All around this was a solid album. I know they’re done with the Love Yourself Series so I’m willing to stick around and see what songs they’d have coming up next. They just might snag me as a new fan… Expand
  16. NishiKiezara
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Nakaka saya ang album na to, ang mensahe para sa kabataan, ang pagpakita ng kalungkotan, kasiyahan at pinagdadaanan, ito yung album na nakakasabi ng " alam ko ang iyong sitwasyun pero hindi pa huli ang lahat" hindi naman ako nagkapagsalita sa kanilang linguahi pero ang kanta nila ay parang walang pinipiling tao o groupo, ang album na to ay para salahat at hindi kagaya ng iba, uniqueNakaka saya ang album na to, ang mensahe para sa kabataan, ang pagpakita ng kalungkotan, kasiyahan at pinagdadaanan, ito yung album na nakakasabi ng " alam ko ang iyong sitwasyun pero hindi pa huli ang lahat" hindi naman ako nagkapagsalita sa kanilang linguahi pero ang kanta nila ay parang walang pinipiling tao o groupo, ang album na to ay para salahat at hindi kagaya ng iba, unique kung baga, at too ito, maganda ang tono ng kanta na parang hindi mo mapigilan ang palaging togtog nito sa utak mo.… Expand
  17. eva188
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    their best album! i love how the songs are different from one another. different genres but it doesn't sound so messy. beautifully put together and made. bts never disappoints.
  18. Eudaemonia
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Their best album for me. Songs like 134340 and Singularity showed they can try a different sound but make it their own at the same time. The whole album felt cohesive and well-made. I am glad they have been trying to evlolve and make better music and not just try the same things that might have worked in the past.
  19. Tmarin
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    BTS never disappointed an amazing album with a lot of genres, great production, great versatility, great delivery in all the songs. My pick, Paradise, fantastic song with a wonderful messages.

    What makes this album so good, it's that is relatable. The lyrics make perfect sens in the history that they are trying to conveying. To anyone that has doubt of checking them. You should.
  20. LCGaming
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Innovative, beautiful and full of amazing symbolism. From its R&B intro, Singularity, through its iconic title track FAKE LOVE and all its B-sides like 134340, Love Maze, Anpanman, culminating into its trap outro, Tear, the second album in BTS's Love Yourself series is certainly a masterpiece unto itself.
    Completely deserving of its historical #1 on the Billboard 200 chart and of a 10/10 score!
  21. SarahNguyen
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am Asian, but never actually into K-pop before, thinking the whole Music Industry of this kind of being too 'manufactured'and second-graded compared to US-UK songs. BTS and this album changed my whole perspective. I have never thought a K-pop album would be THIS good, this beautiful, meaningful, carefully made and inspiring lyrics, with beats and raps and vocals that brings you happiness and hopes even though you do not understand what they are singing. It's rare to see an album that truly reflects the saying "Music has no language barriers". Especially love "The truth untold" and "Airplane pt.2".… Expand
  22. xbloo
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    It is an amazing album which brings one to a roller-coaster ride of emotions from the sadness of fake love to hope and happiness in magic shop. It is composed of an array of genres that it doesn't get boring to listen to. Rap and Vocals are top notch and one can hear the emotions from them. Would definitely recommend others to try it out with an open mind.
  23. KarlaRoOliv
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Tear es un álbum para todos los gustos, es diverso y versátil, con letras inspiradoras por ser honestas. Los diversos ritmos y enfoques de las canciones resultan tan interesantes que terminas escuchando el álbum una y otra vez.
  24. a_tale_for_two
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    I have always loved varying genres. These boys doing good experimenting with their music. Can see why people like them. I gave it a listen thinking I’d try one song and ended up playing the entire album. My CD player is a good friend, went and bought the physical album and let me just say, sound quality was on point. Worth the buy. Give music a chance. Don’t you all want another era ofI have always loved varying genres. These boys doing good experimenting with their music. Can see why people like them. I gave it a listen thinking I’d try one song and ended up playing the entire album. My CD player is a good friend, went and bought the physical album and let me just say, sound quality was on point. Worth the buy. Give music a chance. Don’t you all want another era of good music? The kind we grew up with? As someone in 50s, artists like these boys don’t come often. I even went and got their newest album too. Apparently it’s a trilogy of albums? I’ll be looking for the first one too.

    Keep up the good work, BTS.    … Expand
  25. unicornfangirlx
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Un álbum con canciones super preciosas, letras que llegan al corazón y sus voces que van tan bien juntas, todo lo que hace bts es oro. ♥
  26. Cupcakook
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    I really think that this album is one of the best of the year, reaaly. I mean, the lyrics are something that give in to think about.
  27. CelineE
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album really takes me on a journey, both the music itself and its lyrics.. There's a variety of genres and they're all perfect so it's impossible to pick a favorite. If you're into chill music, anguished heartfelt music, dance your ass off music... this album is for everyone. The rapline shook me to the bone with outro:tear and the vocal line had me crying on the bathroom floor. IThis album really takes me on a journey, both the music itself and its lyrics.. There's a variety of genres and they're all perfect so it's impossible to pick a favorite. If you're into chill music, anguished heartfelt music, dance your ass off music... this album is for everyone. The rapline shook me to the bone with outro:tear and the vocal line had me crying on the bathroom floor. I will never get over the perfection that is this album.… Expand
  28. minalah
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    This album is one of the most diverse albums I've heard. Not a single song sounds similar, yet with the messages of the songs all connect through out the album; it truly is impressive. My favorite songs from the album are The Truth Untold, Airplane pt.2, and Outro: Tear. It's really hard to pick, honestly they are all good
  29. Fanny1230
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    El album love yourself Tear, encontramos mas de un genero de musica , desde R&B , con toques de soul y jazz,
    Ademas de Rock, hip hop y Rap,
    Son un grupo sur coreano, pero con gran variedad en su musica, .
    Ademas de que las canciones estan escritas y producidas por algunos miembros del grupo .
  30. Songstress
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    It's amazing how BTS uses their music to convey meaningful lyrics that gives positive impact to their listeners. The emotion that each member conveys can be thouroughly felt by the listeners, and they deliver the song messages so well. Love Yourself Tear is one of their best albums so far, in my opinion. Not only did they nail various types of genre in one album, but they also did a veryIt's amazing how BTS uses their music to convey meaningful lyrics that gives positive impact to their listeners. The emotion that each member conveys can be thouroughly felt by the listeners, and they deliver the song messages so well. Love Yourself Tear is one of their best albums so far, in my opinion. Not only did they nail various types of genre in one album, but they also did a very good job in the production and writing of meaningful lyrics revolving around loving oneself. You can never get tired of listening to the tracks; they are extremely catchy and entertaining.… Expand
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. The 405
    May 29, 2018
    70
    Love Yourself: Tear shows off each individual member’s qualities fairly and acts as a well-structured introduction to a wider global audience that is all too eager to pick out negatives.
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  2. Pitchfork
    May 24, 2018
    71
    Tear aims for cohesion and produces fun, prismatic songs in the process.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    May 24, 2018
    70
    Throughout it all, the members of BTS affect melodic sincerity, singing with intensity and melisma, rapping in tones that show their effort and strain, as if caring never went out of style.
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