Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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  1. Alexa080604
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Simplemente hermoso, tanto las letras como ritmos. No podía esperar menos de BTS
  2. Fridamin
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This is an awesome album, has really deep song in it and funny song to listen. One of my favorite song is the rapper's ugh. That song put me in a good mood.
  3. Hobi7
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I can't explain how much do I love this album, I felt every song as much as them. The power of some other of the tracks, absolutely this album contains very good songs, good lyrics, so realistic, I really love it!
  4. Bambamarmy
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor álbum que he escuchado, tiene muy buenas canciones que representan muy bien las facetas de los artistas. Además logra transmitir calma y felicidad a los oyentes.
  5. Ho
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Éste álbum en verdad está hermoso
    Desde la letra y el ritmo BTS siempre hacen canciones maravillosas Ame cada canción y las letras sin duda sensacional
  6. GoldenCyphers97
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All the songs on this album are perfect for every mood, very varied. 1000/10… Expand
  7. Yuu_Suni
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encantó todo, tiene un buen mensaje y nos hace reflexionar sobre muchas cosas.
  8. MeloAsiel_tres
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor álbum del mundo, me encanta cada parte de el y la sonoridad que tiene.
  9. Ivannabelhid
    Aug 30, 2020
    9
    Inédito, increíble el sonido es fascinante y te hace vibrar con energía. Simplemente me hace tomar las riendas de cada camino, a como también me hace sentir que puedo tomar el mundo en mi mano.
    Increíble álbum.
  10. soydulcehernan
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de bts, estoy muy orgullosa de ellos y de todo lo que han logrado juntos.
  11. lc_501
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    La variedad de estilos musicales es maravillosa y supieron ejecutar cada una de ellas perfectamente, las letras son realmente profundas y personales por lo que nos permite ver más el lado humano de los artistas. Incluso si uno eres un fan puedes disfrutar de este álbum completamente, súper recomendado
  12. Zully
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album its so amazing and great,Bts is the band most amazing for theworld.... I loved … Expand
  13. Belladona2
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 es el mejor álbum de este año y no hay duda alguna sobre ello, a parte de el talento y dedicación que pusieron los artistas para crear este maravilloso álbum, las ventas tanto digitales como físicas fueron increíblemente altas para un álbum este año, la relevancia y los récords que rompieron con este álbum no se romperán si estos mismos artistas (BTS) no saca otroMAP OF THE SOUL: 7 es el mejor álbum de este año y no hay duda alguna sobre ello, a parte de el talento y dedicación que pusieron los artistas para crear este maravilloso álbum, las ventas tanto digitales como físicas fueron increíblemente altas para un álbum este año, la relevancia y los récords que rompieron con este álbum no se romperán si estos mismos artistas (BTS) no saca otro álbum.… Expand
  14. FlorCA
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encanta este álbum, tiene desde canciones tan suaves e inspiradoras hasta enérgicas, sin duda ellos nunca decepcionan con su trabajo
  15. Majjook
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    ¡Es un álbum increíble!
    Me encanta este álbum porque cada una de las canciones me llegan al corazón. Tiene mucha diversidad y a ARMY LE ENCANTA.
  16. ourbigsndpty
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum lleno de emociones, estos chicos sólo hacen ARTE y jamás decepcionan.
  17. Bea1997
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love this album, all of the songs are art by itself, Bangtan always doing a god job!
  18. Marimaniop
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanta el ritmo que lleva, la dedicación y amor que pusieron en este álbum es hermosa. Hagan stream a esta joyita.… Expand
  19. Taedoll
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Este album de verdad es asombroso, nunca me habia gustado el kpop y lo sigue haciendo pero con estos chicos es diferente realmente se siente que ellos participaron en la produccion de su album lo cual es poco comun ademas de que sus canciones, instrumentales y liricas estan muy bien ejecutadas para el delete realmente me impression of
  20. Locals
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Definivamente este álbum es uno de los mejorés que he escuchado, felicitaciones a sus fans que se deleitan con tremendos artistas, este álbum transmite mucho sentimiento. Y las personas que digan lo contrario no saben apreciar arte.
  21. Berlinami
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    El álbum habla de la carrera de estos 7 chicos, puedes ver cómo cada uno de ellos habré su corazón y como en conjunto hablan de sus experiencias. Un álbum lleno de experiencia y realidad.
  22. Mariaressi
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Son buenísimas las canciones!!!! Moon es una obra de arte!!!! Todas son muy buenas!!!!!! Bangtan sois los mejores !!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  23. MarcelaOchoa
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encantó, es arte puro. Cada una de las canciones me resultaron fascinantes. Definitivamente nunca me decepcionan.… Expand
  24. Mymar
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encanto el álbum, es muy diverso y profundo, quien de una reseña mala definitivamente es una persona de mente cerrada.
  25. Abi_7
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encanta el álbum ya que no solo se centre en un solo género, sino que al contrario incluye varios géneros en un solo disco
  26. Jossie
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    The produce and write they own music, you Can hear a variety of music style, and moon is my favorite, thanks BTS for this amazing Album
  27. Cynthia_W321
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum increíble en todo sentido, espero que muchas personas se den el tiempo de escuchar las canciones a detalle.
  28. DayanaManotas
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Just amazing! Amazing! You guys are the best forever! No matter what, thanks for existing
  29. Brig123
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    el mejor álbum del siglo, espero que aprecien el arte de estos artistas. Es la mejor calidad, les aseguro
  30. Danniela
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Best album I've ever heard in my life, they always get better and their music has saved my life many times. Now stream dynamite for a happy soul
  31. carolabranchess
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    BTS never fails to disappoint, every single song of this album is so perfectly constructed. It is a very good sequel to the last Love Yourself series. It is probably one of the best BTS albums.
  32. Leny19PJM
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Fresco, encantador y difinitivamente uno de los mejores trabajos de BTS! Con pistas alegres y letras que brindan un sentimiento cálido y reconfortante.
  33. Fernanda24
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores álbumes lanzados en este año. En este álbum el grupo que lo lanzó nos cuentan sus sentimientos,inseguridades y amor al fandom es tan lleno de sentimientos y dedicación que le dio cada integrante a sus canciones como solistas adjuntadas en este, que para mí es simplemente una joya y los que tengan el valor ,la oportunidad y el interés de escucharlo sus oídos saldránEs uno de los mejores álbumes lanzados en este año. En este álbum el grupo que lo lanzó nos cuentan sus sentimientos,inseguridades y amor al fandom es tan lleno de sentimientos y dedicación que le dio cada integrante a sus canciones como solistas adjuntadas en este, que para mí es simplemente una joya y los que tengan el valor ,la oportunidad y el interés de escucharlo sus oídos saldrán bendecidos por tal ARTE, y se los agradecerán. En fin es muy linda y si quieren están invitados a escucharlo y enamorarse este aoty… Expand
  34. Sgs_571
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Best album, , I really like it. I don't understand why people try to sabotage their job. This album is one of my favorites.
  35. MintChoco05
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
  36. Leonora2
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    HERMOSO ÁLBUM PERFECTO 100000/10. Vale toda la pena del mundo. BTS como siempre haciendo un increíble trabajo. Ojalá que los otros fandoms se den cuenta del daño que ocasionan al venir a comparar a sus grupos con otros y denigrar. Dejen de pensar en sus tontas peleas y piensen en el daño que le hacen a sus artistas. BTS GRANDE Y EXITOSO COMO SIEMPRE.
  37. Luna-mit
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love the album, it's the best of this year, I love BTS, all the songs are the best
  38. Prissila
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BTS ha ido cambiando de concepto en cada álbum que han sacado, cada uno de ellos con algo nuevo que descubrir, no hay nadie que lo haga como ellos, son verdaderamente originales, sus canciones son muy inspiradoras y conmovedoras, definitivamente el mejor álbum del año.… Expand
  39. CarlaSp
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encantó el álbum, creo que por el tipo de ritmo y combinaciones que tiene puede generar dudas con respecto a su innovación pero la forma en la que se diferencian es única, incluso entre sus propias canciones pueden existir similitudes pero al mismo tiempo diferencias que hacen únicos sus conceptos.
  40. Marieth
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encanta.. Uno de los mejores álbumes de " BTS" para no decir el mejor ;)
  41. AR_JP
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    El álbum es puro arte! Gracias su música pude llegar hasta donde estoy ahora. Son un gran ejemplo a seguir.
  42. Meyku
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum, sus canciones son profundas y la calidad de la música es inigualable
  43. vanndxrt
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Los chicos han trabajado tan duro en los últimos 7 años, cada uno de sus álbumes son toda una experiencia, no puedo esperar a su comeback en octubre
  44. MarianaLo3ra
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of the world, I really love it, because thes is the most I need to love my Self, really love BTS, they are the best guys I see and I love to hear they music… Expand
  45. sherlyn
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love this album, is one of my favorites.
    All the songs are amazing and the thing that makes this album so cool it’s because the members of BTS wrote they song's. I really like this album.
  46. Saucy1911
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum precioso, BTS son muy talentosos, espero que las personas puedan disfrutar este álbum tanto como yo… Expand
  47. beatrizdiasf
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Mais um álbum icônico para uma discografia impecável de um grupo icônico
  48. taegguk_
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love this album, is the best of 2020, i like it so much, buy this!!
    In my opinion the best songs are UGH!, Filter, Black Swan and ON.
    BTS world domination.
  49. Killuacam
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    The lyrics are beautiful, the sounds so immersive and magical, all the voices stand out and mix in a complete harmony. No voice is overshadowed by another. The whole album is a masterpiece.
  50. Angeldrops
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    The perfect single, the song it's supper addictive!
    It has a retro vibe that is hard to forget~
  51. Nerimar
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum diría que es mi álbum favorito, tiene excelentes canciones para diferentes gustos y las canciones en solitario siento que describen muy bien a cada miembro.
    Puedes sentir el alma de cada integrante en este álbum
  52. Chesh95
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    I love the concept of this album. And the lyrics, they always tell a story. They're very inspiring. I love him.
  53. vantesul
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    "It is an impressive, exciting and moving album with slick production, accompanied by thought-provoking art (the interpretative dance performance in the “Black Swan” video, the CONNECT BTS art exhibitions), but it is so much more than a shiny pop album. It is a love letter to pain, to the shadows that live within us.
  54. DaveWarren
    Oct 4, 2020
    7
    This is interesting to listen and the production of the album make you think about the explosive K-Pop. It sounds very crazy and emotive, it's not my favorite but its Okay. The songwritters... well You don't need so many songwritters to make a great album, just think in Adele, Taylor Swift and others artist. The production is cool tha's all.
  55. MsBangtan
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un excelente álbum, toda su estructura tiene conexión con álbumes pasados y a través de la literatura se puede entender mejor su profundidad… Expand
  56. eufrazine
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Simply amazing, a work of art, mazing lyrics all amazing, Bangtan is amazing.
  57. Dea20
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    Map Of The Soul:7 went beyond my expectations. Only a few artists can create albums with different genres who go well together and BTS, with Map Of The Soul:7 proved that they are one of them.
  58. Saabirahjeelani
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing AMAZING ALBUM. There are literally no skips in this one. The packaging is awesome too.
  59. Al9624
    Nov 11, 2020
    10
    This album is masterpiece!!! BTS overdid themselves) It's like a full story from the beginning till the end. I like how they let every member shine individually.
  60. cinnamon99
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    El álbum es excelente, variado y entretenido. Mis pistas favoritas son Black Swan, Intro: Shadow y My Tyme.
  61. Musicfann
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i truly felt so happy hearing this album. The lyrics and vocals and rap this album provides is simply amazing. I enjoyed the stories told through black swan and each of the members's solos. A different persona with a different pov of life with a different problem and solution. It was simply refreshing. I also gotta say that i'm in love with the lyrics behind respect and ugh. Not to mention zero o'clock always makes me sad and happy at the same time it's amazing. So far honestly honestly unbiasedly 10/10. Totally recommended when you're happy,sad,angry,lost,disappointed. It's one of my top 3 albums of 2020… Expand
  62. Zarinaaa
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Best album! Muy variado y todas las canciones son buenas, con unas letras hermosas.
  63. fabrizziomatt89
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
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  64. Powerssss
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es arte, muestra los sentimientos de nuestros chicos luego de 7 años de carrera, tiene canciones que te llegan al alma.
    En fin, MOTS AOTY.
  65. dionyshadows
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    this album has everything i like in music: a wide range of great songs (bts members versatility is unmatched) and great self-written lyricism. this album kept my attention from start to end, no skips at all ! one of my favorite (if not my favorite) albums of 2020 !
  66. Marifer
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    It is art in all its splendor, each of its songs transmits different feelings to you and at the same time they tell you their own story that is simply magnificent
  67. KendraJen
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing. The lyrics, the beat, the vocals/rap are all on point! Can't wait for their next album… Expand
  68. Kinda
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    Map of the soul 7 é definitivamente um dos melhores albuns de 2020. O novo álbum da boyband sul coreana BTS trás uma inovação de gêneros e faixas diferenciais que juntas formam uma perfeita coerência fonográfica. A faixa que mais me chamou a atenção foi "Black Swan", nessa canção bts transmite o seu medo de perder a sua maior paixão; a música. Com uma versão orquestral (performada pelaMap of the soul 7 é definitivamente um dos melhores albuns de 2020. O novo álbum da boyband sul coreana BTS trás uma inovação de gêneros e faixas diferenciais que juntas formam uma perfeita coerência fonográfica. A faixa que mais me chamou a atenção foi "Black Swan", nessa canção bts transmite o seu medo de perder a sua maior paixão; a música. Com uma versão orquestral (performada pela companhia de dança MN) e outra com batidas de trap, black swan realmente toca nossos corações e nos faz refletir os lados negativas da ascensão da fama. Em conclusão o álbum é uma obra de arte fonográfica e diversificado, uma característica muito presente na discografia do grupo que não se abstém em um único gênero e sempre tenta algo novo.… Expand
  69. btsrunpop
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of an album. Each track is completely different both lyrically and musically to the other and BTS manage to blend it together perfectly to tell their own story - especially the solo tracks that are self-reflective of the group's individual feelings and music tastes. All of these different narratives (and international artistic displays, courtesy of CONNECT BTS) combineA masterpiece of an album. Each track is completely different both lyrically and musically to the other and BTS manage to blend it together perfectly to tell their own story - especially the solo tracks that are self-reflective of the group's individual feelings and music tastes. All of these different narratives (and international artistic displays, courtesy of CONNECT BTS) combine together to show the map of BTS's soul over the last seven years of their career, giving the album title "7" much more meaning than casual listeners would expect.… Expand
  70. JOJIMD
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A very cohesive and well-produced album. The song sepections were superb. I personally live the song Black Swan from this album it talked about the artist's love for music and his fear that one day that love will disappear. This is a really amazing album.
  71. jehana
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    It is a well crafted album, every song has its own flavour and touches on each members personality. Very meaningful lyrics
  72. Enera
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album so far! It shows the journey of the boys from self doubt to self love and acceptance.… Expand
  73. MusicKai96
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    One of the BEST albums released in 2020! The production of these songs are out of this world. Truly incredible. BTS never fail to give us an album that has a mixture of different genres and they work each of the genre in this album so beautifully. Ive never seen another artist do this. The fact that they are not afraid to play around with different genres but yet make them work so wellOne of the BEST albums released in 2020! The production of these songs are out of this world. Truly incredible. BTS never fail to give us an album that has a mixture of different genres and they work each of the genre in this album so beautifully. Ive never seen another artist do this. The fact that they are not afraid to play around with different genres but yet make them work so well with their theme and artwork is truly BEAUTIFUL. The meaning behind these songs are so meaningful, inspiring, and truly beautiful. And their lyrics have such beautiful messages of hope especially for our youth but it does not only apply to our youth, the meanings behind every song this group creates through their lyrics transcends age. No matter how old you are you can totally relate to it. Every song in this album is incredible. The rappers and vocalists in this group is truly INCREDIBLE AND MINDBLOWING. Its truly incredible that they used this era to connect to different types of art through CONNECT BTS. You can tell how much BTS loves and appreciates all kinds of artwork and it was such a unique and never before seen way to connect ARMY and listeners to different incredible artists. Truly incredible. Thank you BTS for producing another masterpiece of an album! And i totally recommend everyone to check it out.… Expand
  74. PatriciaYs
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is one the best if not the best albums released. It contains their versatility as a group and as individuals. How they can switch from different genres and incorporate various genres into one song. Their message is what attracts a lot of people and how they talk about issues relevant to this day in their music is just beautiful.
  75. kxa045
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album that expresses the growth and journey the seven members have gone through over the past seven years. A mix of multiple genres to fit anyones style of music.
  76. Tia2633
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece! The level of thought and attention to detail from the album cover to the last track is jaw dropping. The lyricism is unbelievable, they aren't just surface level but explore deep and complex themes that many of us face in our daily lives. One of my favourite tracks is Black Swan which explores how an artist dies their first death when they loose their passionThis album is a masterpiece! The level of thought and attention to detail from the album cover to the last track is jaw dropping. The lyricism is unbelievable, they aren't just surface level but explore deep and complex themes that many of us face in our daily lives. One of my favourite tracks is Black Swan which explores how an artist dies their first death when they loose their passion for their craft, a fear which the group has discussed often. There is also a beautiful MV that accompanies this track that showcases the members amazing dance skills. The album also features tracks like ON which commemorates the 7 members, 7 years together discussing their past and present. The whole album showcases amazing parallelism between their past work and present selves. A another favourite of mine is We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal, a track that for me sums up the 7 years of the group and their fans, ARMY. There is also an emotional animated MV to accompany the track, released during their 7th anniversary celebrations (Festa) which will have the tears flowing. Don't even get me started on Connect BTS, a free global exhibition funded by the members, with the aim to bring art of artist around the world to a different audience. If this doesn't show you how much this group value their craft then I don't know what will. I could talk endlessly about this album and the artistry of this group but this is a masterpiece that one needs to explore for themselves.… Expand
  77. rcestabillo
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 is one of the BEST albums of BTS so far! This album showed the different range in music that BTS can compose, produce & perform. As always, BTS leaves positive message to their fans thru their music. MVs are very artistic like in Black Swan. I've never given attention to BTS's music before & i regret it that it's only this year that i get to appreciate them & their music.
  78. Kayc
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of their best albums. The group shows their venture into different genres successfully. The lyrics and messages in each of their songs take you on a journey and make playing the album in one go effortless. There are several songs that hooked me in and are on heavy rotation even right now but make no mistake, every song is in my go to playlist except for the ON remix. Black swan, outside of it’s beautiful choreography is so enjoyable to listen to. It has lyrics that I have found myself relating to and sing along to now. Once you delve into the lyrics, you realize they are sharing their fear of losing their love for their art, which is music. This would be akin to dying for any kind of artist. They convey their struggle of trying to survive and keep that love alive. ON is an ode to their debut and a earlier release about keeping to ones dreams. I also enjoyed the solo tracks the members did with my favorites being Shadow and my time and the group songs outside of the previously released ones are of course We are Bulletproof: The Eternal, black swan, louder than bombs and the unit song I enjoyed the most was UGH!, if you’re into a harder hype rap song, this one’s for you. The point I took off was because I feel that the remix of ON with sia was unnecessary as her voice was integrated into the song in a meaningful way. The placement of the remix also took away from the play through of the album and it did let me down as it’s the last song, this should have been We are Bulletproof: The Eternal. Overall it doesn’t take away too much from the absolute joy I get from the album, just becomes a skip. I highly recommend checking this out if you’re new to BTS.… Expand
  79. Ellie_Farrar
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece truly. From Intro: Persona to Outro: Ego, Map of the Soul: 7 weaves the tale of seven young men who are trying to find the balance between their public personas and themselves, using Jungian psychology to do so. Interlude: Shadow is a highlight where SUGA (Min Yoongi) talks about reaching these high levels of fame, but how truly lonely it is at the top. This is followed byA masterpiece truly. From Intro: Persona to Outro: Ego, Map of the Soul: 7 weaves the tale of seven young men who are trying to find the balance between their public personas and themselves, using Jungian psychology to do so. Interlude: Shadow is a highlight where SUGA (Min Yoongi) talks about reaching these high levels of fame, but how truly lonely it is at the top. This is followed by Black Swan. In this song, the group talks about their fear of losing their passion for their art. I cannot say enough about this album.… Expand
  80. n1k1
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Really great album. Sends a awesome positive message to today’s youth. The lyrics are encouraging and meaningful! This motivates me to try harder. I definitely recommend this album to anyone!!
  81. Mayan0
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Honestly, this album gets better with every listen.. There ability to tell stories is amazing especially since it's their story, with such sincerity at the same time using different genres and yet they conflict in the same album is just amazing. Their artistry is incredible and I dare say not alot of thoughtfulness and creativity can be seen in today's artists... I'm glad i got this album.Honestly, this album gets better with every listen.. There ability to tell stories is amazing especially since it's their story, with such sincerity at the same time using different genres and yet they conflict in the same album is just amazing. Their artistry is incredible and I dare say not alot of thoughtfulness and creativity can be seen in today's artists... I'm glad i got this album. It's a keeper.… Expand
  82. inamikrokosmos
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Such a great album from start to finish, the quality of each song is so high and reading lyric translations only improves the overall feel of the album. Love it so much!
  83. Vimto1066
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Not a single song on the album sounds the same. The album is fresh, genre-bending at its finest and showcases BTS at their best.
  84. ProblemBesucher
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The very first album I listened to from this group - and I'm impressed. This is definitely the most interesting music I heard this year and it's been a good year.
    My favorite songs by far are the ones that are written by bts themselves. "Ugh" was a song that especially stood out to me, for one, it really showed what the rappers of this group can do - two of which seem to come from    The very first album I listened to from this group - and I'm impressed. This is definitely the most interesting music I heard this year and it's been a good year.
    My favorite songs by far are the ones that are written by bts themselves. "Ugh" was a song that especially stood out to me, for one, it really showed what the rappers of this group can do - two of which seem to come from underground rap - but especially the lyrics and the subject of this song are what shook me. I recommend people to check out the video "Ugh explained by a Korean" on youtube to fully understand what amazing songwriters these guys are. And I also learned it's important to find good translations, genius really does not do them justice. After digging into this album, I will definitely listen to more by them.    … Expand
  85. Samah_979
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I was curious to check the album and i was really impressed by how amazing it is. The album is diverse yet so cohesive.
  86. Sachusabi
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Music can cross barriers, music make people happy. Personally this album gave me lot of strength during difficult time. Shadow - awoke inner me gave me strength persona was a realisation of my new world, filter - gave me a new colour to my life. Musicians needed to be acknowledged, young musicians like BTS is always a hope for young generation. Let them bring more music to the world, letMusic can cross barriers, music make people happy. Personally this album gave me lot of strength during difficult time. Shadow - awoke inner me gave me strength persona was a realisation of my new world, filter - gave me a new colour to my life. Musicians needed to be acknowledged, young musicians like BTS is always a hope for young generation. Let them bring more music to the world, let them break the stereotype s, let them be a bridge that connect the world, let them be a new light of HOPE… Expand
  87. Michaella25
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, full of different genres and sounds for each song. Never bored while listening to this all year. The lyrics and messages of the songs, after translating, are genuine, complex, and compelling. Stand-outs include RnB My Time, the beautifully sung Louder than Bombs, and the joy-inspiring Outro:Ego. If you haven’t yet given BTS a chance, this album will open your mind.
  88. Tinn
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing lyrics and the songs are really catchy. The diversity of this album is insane.
  89. Osusannahh
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An expression of a group fully expanding as adult artists and exploring how striving for your art can be both a battle and a blessing. It is worth taking an extra step to read translations of the lyrics because it is there that BTS demonstrates how far above its pop peers it stands.… Expand
  90. Cmldmnq2796
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A unique album where every member has a solo, unit and group songs. Different genre in one album, the lyrics are great.
  91. mintyskylar
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I believe every single song displayed on this album is unique and special. From songs sung by each one of the seven members to multiple group songs that they sing and rap together.
  92. dustnandrsn
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album showcases the group's incredible diversity in sound and their cohesion in theme/lyrics. The crisp vocals and production are some that would could make anyone respect them on the first listen. The boys had a hand in the lyrics and production of all 20 songs, which shows true artistry as many artists at their level take advantage of songwriters. The album's immensely deep lyricsThis album showcases the group's incredible diversity in sound and their cohesion in theme/lyrics. The crisp vocals and production are some that would could make anyone respect them on the first listen. The boys had a hand in the lyrics and production of all 20 songs, which shows true artistry as many artists at their level take advantage of songwriters. The album's immensely deep lyrics add so much meaning. The dark-trap song "Black Swan" speaks on the members fear of losing their passion for music. They mention how they are scared to death of the day that the passion fades. Throughout the song, references are made to the film of the same name. An iconic quote was referred to saying how a dancer dies twice, once when they stop dancing, and once when they physically die. BTS speaks on the fear of the first death. With other songs such as Interlude : Shadow and Louder Than Bombs which speak on the depression and pressure that come with fame, Map Of The Soul : 7's raw vulnerability and diversity is only deserving of a perfect 10.… Expand
  93. parkly23
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The album tells a masterful story of the map of soul, using the Jungian concepts of persona, shadow, and ego. Black Swan is truly a masterpiece. The album also intersperses solo songs in various genres, which tell the stories of each member of BTS, as well as rap songs like Ugh and stunning vocal songs, such as Zero O'clock, my favorite song on the album.
  94. Bree6
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterful blend of genres and a refreshingly honest look into the minds of the bangtan boys
  95. kepjang457
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A truly incredible record. The way Persona, Shadow, and Ego sampled and reversed their intros from their first three albums is brilliant, and the way the album progresses from discussing the persona (songs persona through Dionysus) then shows the progression from the shadows to reaching a state of ego in the songs between interlude shadow and outro ego, it's truly a powerful story and anA truly incredible record. The way Persona, Shadow, and Ego sampled and reversed their intros from their first three albums is brilliant, and the way the album progresses from discussing the persona (songs persona through Dionysus) then shows the progression from the shadows to reaching a state of ego in the songs between interlude shadow and outro ego, it's truly a powerful story and an in-depth psychological analysis of human beings. I also loved how it looks back at their personal pasts, like the emotional We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal (a reference to their debut album's track We Are Bulletproof Pt 2 and the final installment of the We Are Bulletproof trilogy).
    The lyricism is quite superior to previous works, particularly darkly beautiful Black Swan and Louder than Bombs. The production on the tracks is also very carefully considered, especially the anthem ON with its incorporation of a marching band and their work with local Los Angeles musicians.
    I can't really think of other albums this year that put so much effort into actually telling a story, presenting a critical and psychological concept, and showcasing a variety of genres that smoothly flow from one to the next. I'm quite tired of hearing albums where it feels like I'm listening to the same song in 10 different renditions that all have the same subject matter with lacking lyrical complexity, so Map of the Soul 7 was quite refreshing and emotional. Each of the individual songs is amazing as well apart from the whole album.
    The one issue I had with the album was the inclusion of the Sia assisted ON because it seemed rather out of place, but I understand the reason for their inclusion of this track was because radio refused to play their singles unless assisted by a western, English-speaking artist, and even so, they had a complete radio shutout in 2020 (until english-language Dynamite), which is rather unfortunate for the band as they seek to break the barriers of xenophobia in the western music industry.
    So much variety yet connection in the subject matter. Songs showing love for fans in Boy with Luv and Make it Right, the struggles yet love of performing in Jamais Vu, feeling drunk in their own music and art with Dionysus, as well as Intro Persona are all part of the Persona section. The shadow section includes songs like Interlude Shadow, Black Swan about the fear of losing passion, Filter about society's various demands for an artist, My Time about a young boy giving up his normal life to pursue his career, and Louder Than Bombs about the desperation and devastation they feel when they hear of stories and news around the world. Then the self aware ego section concludes with ON a powerful anthem about facing and overcoming obstacles, UGH! about jobless haters who spend hours on end trying to ruin lives online, Zero O'Clock about resetting after a difficult day and striving for a new tomorrow, Inner Child about growing up and realizing you're a different person, Friends about the soulmate-friendship of two members, Moon a song about their love for the fans and how it makes them stronger, Respect a discussion of the concept of respect, We Are Bulletproof the Eternal as an appreciation for the fans who supported them every step of the way while the rest of the world pushed them down, and outro ego.
    Intro Persona explores the facades of a human being and the faces we show the world, Interlude Shadow discusses the dark sides of being famous with a critical and obsessive media and personal concerns of struggle, and Outro Ego reveals the desire to learn more about the self in order to accept it, joining together the Shadow and the Persona to fully realize the true self.
    Truly love the depth of this album and the enormous effort they put into it. Lyrically, conceptually, sonically, this was truly a work of art.    … Expand
  96. Samyaben
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Cet album est comme une thérapie pour soi même , je l'ai trop adoré , merci BTS
  97. Deeyaa
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Must heard album, not just the melody is great, the lyrics it self is really meaningfull… Expand
  98. shafaalifya
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The overall songs are so good, they have a diverse discography in this album. My favorites are ON, Black Swan, and My Time. Black Swan's lyrics are way too beautiful and poetic. My Time lyrics are based on BTS Jungkook's life and it's so sad, i always cried when i listen to this song. I love this album so much.
  99. Zahra17
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is extraordinary. This album has an important meaning in the history of BTS. This album was released when BTS debuted at 7 years old, therefore the name of this album is Map Of The Soul 7. The songs inside are very good. With a wide variety of music genres, lyrics that are touching and soothing. The main song in this album is ON which is very very good. The music video on YouTube is fantastic, like you are watching a historical film. I highly recommend you to buy and listen to this album … Expand
  100. bubbleseraph
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    BTS once again showcases their musical versatility with Map Of The Soul: 7, comprised of an array of group and solo tracks that take influence from a whole range of genres. As always, they convey an important message to listeners throughout the album. They speak of embracing ones identity, the importance of self-worth and self-belief, giving comfort and hope in trying times, andBTS once again showcases their musical versatility with Map Of The Soul: 7, comprised of an array of group and solo tracks that take influence from a whole range of genres. As always, they convey an important message to listeners throughout the album. They speak of embracing ones identity, the importance of self-worth and self-belief, giving comfort and hope in trying times, and encouraging everyone to use adversity to become stronger and better people for the greater good of the self and the world.

    Truly an album that has something to suit anyone who’s willing to give them a chance.    … Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. The New York Times
    Mar 4, 2020
    70
    As a whole, the strong but not particularly unruly “7” is less sure-footed than “Love Yourself: Tear,” the group’s last full-length, from 2018, and the first K-pop album to debut atop the Billboard album chart.
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  2. Variety
    Feb 27, 2020
    92
    Taut and primal, “MOTS: 7” is a kind of self-referential homage. ... Each get solo turns to shine here, their collective work is what stands out.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Feb 25, 2020
    63
    Persona lacked the natural fluidity and chicness of their best music. Those problems aren’t exactly mitigated here, since most of those songs appear on this album too, but within this new context, they feel like a flashback before the saga continues. Many of the new songs are better about balancing Easter eggs for day-ones with new entry points for more casual listeners.
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