Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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  1. sabrinas
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    As a psychologist student and BTS fan, I'm so happy with this album. They really explored the ideas that are explained in the book "YUNG: Map of the Soul" by Murray Stein in a smart and amazing way while telling their personal stories. It's amazing because this way they're exemplifying in a clear and accessible way some of the most important ideas of psychology, they're teaching whileAs a psychologist student and BTS fan, I'm so happy with this album. They really explored the ideas that are explained in the book "YUNG: Map of the Soul" by Murray Stein in a smart and amazing way while telling their personal stories. It's amazing because this way they're exemplifying in a clear and accessible way some of the most important ideas of psychology, they're teaching while bringing entertainment. This is what makes this album special, while it is best-selling, it has a deep meaning and hard work behind, it is not just music made to sell. They have a big influence, and what they're doing with this influence is amazing. They're bringing just positive impacts, encouraging people to search for art (CONNECT BTS project), search about psychology which is very important nowadays, to love yourself etc. Could not receive less than 10.… Expand
  2. bansheexx
    Feb 26, 2020
    3
    it's a let down for me. the album is full of auto tune which does not sound good... the singles sound like something a bad western rapper/trap artist would release... idk this whole map of the soul series is a huge disappointment especially after love yourself series. i only like 2 or 3 songs..
  3. TamiCosta
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    Um álbum cheio de sentimentos e alma, quem ouvir não vai se arrepender. Cada solo te emociona e as vozes, rap, letra e musicalidade estão impecáveis.
  4. Park_soojin
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    Wonderful album My favorite songs are On, louder than bombs and My time, is really amazing the way they express themselves in the songs and how they manage to pass this energy on to the fans, I didn't like Kpop but now I really love, them they showed me that song it's not just a cool rhythm it's much more than that, their voices are incredible and it's great to hear, they did me so well iWonderful album My favorite songs are On, louder than bombs and My time, is really amazing the way they express themselves in the songs and how they manage to pass this energy on to the fans, I didn't like Kpop but now I really love, them they showed me that song it's not just a cool rhythm it's much more than that, their voices are incredible and it's great to hear, they did me so well i hope i can repay this with all my love, sorry for my bad english.… Expand
  5. marietrotski
    Feb 26, 2020
    7
    An easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a hype-me-up-doing-my-thing track list.

    I appreciate BTS attempts to join up concepts, genres, instruments, and meta-music (such as diverse and large groups of people involved) in the production. Those are worth-following process. Most of the tracks are greatly polished and meeting market demand, not to mention to be performed at the upcoming    An easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a hype-me-up-doing-my-thing track list.

    I appreciate BTS attempts to join up concepts, genres, instruments, and meta-music (such as diverse and large groups of people involved) in the production. Those are worth-following process. Most of the tracks are greatly polished and meeting market demand, not to mention to be performed at the upcoming stadium concert. However, although I love each beautifully-made tracks, there are at least 2 things bother me about this whole-ness of the album.

    The first is by how the message draws out through the entire album, in which feeling too positivistic. Yes, the message is "to face your shadow and acclaim your individuality". But that one single message is repeated on and on through out the tracks. If only 'Black Swan' and 'Interlude: Shadow' did not have that a glimpse lyrics of "sweet cause-effect promises", they two will serve better as the album's abyss, and work as a contrasting point.

    That brings me to the second thing. I wonder why they chopped the sequence of tracks in a "logical" classification. As a result, it brought me to a clear distinction 1/3 of Persona part, and the rest 2/3 is heavier on the struggle-to-the-shadow narratives -past self and conflicts also shadow too, right?-. If they mix the tracks a bit, putting up Dionysus and Jamai Vu at the second-third part, and maybe we can have that dynamic "cinematic-like experience" of the album.

    However, like I stated above, the tracks are beyond expectation. It is hard to point one favorite. I like their old-school 'Ugh' as big as '00:00'. 'Intro: Persona', 'Interlude: Shadow', and 'Outro: Ego' each have strong character, polishing each individuality of the rap line. To that, V's lyric in 'Inner Child' and Jin's in 'Moon' both tries to possess it, but in my opinion, still not really emerge in terms of musicality. But if we listen to 'Louder than Bombs', 'On', and 'Black Swan', I still hope I can witness for the evolving musicality of vocal-line in the future.

    By the way, somewhere in the past I've comment on BTS aesthetics. Recent Commentary Film provided by Hitman Bang "Dialogue" also dig-up about it, in which brings me back to Bang PD's speech on late 2019 (or early 2020?) award speech, and his interview with TIME magazine (2019). Bang PD highlights BTS's stance on social issues, which arguably, have been the main resource of BTS aesthetic production. We still remember old 'N.O', 'Spring Day', 'Fire', 'Run', etc. In the MOTS:7, if we think about those Bang PD speech, interview, RM and Jin speeches... an ARMY or two can relate 'UGH' and 'Respect' that serves social critique to malicious comments that brought two K-idols tragically pass-away. Yet, international media most probably not aware of that. As a result, most media criticize the album as to more into self-inward. It's OK, it still match with psychological concept at the background, yet, considering how social-issues are one great pillar of mozaic-of-identity of BTS aesthetics, I hope them and BigHit at large would address this significantly, especially since they are desiring Grammy as a bonus.

    On the last note, overall, I enjoy every tracks in this album. Thank you BTS for this easy to enjoy, not even boring, and a track list hype me up doing my thing. I give 7 to the score; RM's lucky number and his desired score, as I believe BTS will keep evolving better and better. Let's see. :)    … Expand
  6. bangtanervous
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    tudo que esse grupo faz é simplesmente perfeito e a prova está aqui. BTS É ARTISTA
  7. sevkeskin
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    i gotta give this album a full score. this album destroyed my top3 bts albums list which were
    1. HYYH pt.2
    2. LY Tear 3. YNWA this one already grabbed the first spot and it's been 'only' 6 days. This album in particular feels very personal and deep, the solo songs all got me crying like there is no tomorrow, the ot7 tracks black swan, louder than bombs, we are bulletproof: the eternal    i gotta give this album a full score. this album destroyed my top3 bts albums list which were
    1. HYYH pt.2
    2. LY Tear
    3. YNWA
    this one already grabbed the first spot and it's been 'only' 6 days.
    This album in particular feels very personal and deep, the solo songs all got me crying like there is no tomorrow, the ot7 tracks black swan, louder than bombs, we are bulletproof: the eternal and of course the title track ON really showcased bts' diversity pretty well. the subunits... SIGH... absolutely in love with the combos namjoon x yoongi in respect, jimin x tae in friends and of course the old but gold jamais vu by jk x jin x hoseok.

    phenomal album, their best so far.    … Expand
  8. KarinaKarap
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    I think what a lot of people don't understand going into this is that BTS has a huge, extremely loyal fan base. They /could/ easily release whatever they want to. It probably doesn't even have to be extraordinary good, a lot of people would still buy it (or will be stuck with their pre-orders). Yet, instead of slowing down and putting less effort into their art, the group seems to justI think what a lot of people don't understand going into this is that BTS has a huge, extremely loyal fan base. They /could/ easily release whatever they want to. It probably doesn't even have to be extraordinary good, a lot of people would still buy it (or will be stuck with their pre-orders). Yet, instead of slowing down and putting less effort into their art, the group seems to just keep pushing themselves as artists with every album.
    And this time around, they haven't just delivered the quality fans expect them to (considering their track-record), they even stepped it up yet again. There are songs to get you hyped, songs that will break your heart, songs that will make you think about your own life. Both lyrically and musically, this "Map of the Soul: 7" has become my absolute favorite of theirs, even trumping queen “Love Yourself: Tear“! (I know, unbelievable.) I’ve been addicted to the songs ever since the release!

    BTS just truly never disappoints.    … Expand
  9. lisa19980325
    Feb 26, 2020
    3
    I don't like the title song ON although the lyrics are kind of inspiring.Friend, Louder than bombs ,My time, 00:00 are worth listening somehow. The others are so so.
  10. Promise_
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Personalmente creo que es el mejor álbum que el grupo sacó hasta ahora. Todas las canciones tienen letras con significados que valen la pena ser leídos, y los ritmos son variados e interesantes. No todos ellos son de mi estilo favorito, pero al final cada canción termina teniendo un significado especial.

    Además de las canciones que siguen el concepto de Persona, Shadow y Ego (temática    Personalmente creo que es el mejor álbum que el grupo sacó hasta ahora. Todas las canciones tienen letras con significados que valen la pena ser leídos, y los ritmos son variados e interesantes. No todos ellos son de mi estilo favorito, pero al final cada canción termina teniendo un significado especial.

    Además de las canciones que siguen el concepto de Persona, Shadow y Ego (temática interesante y muy bien llevada) están otras canciones mucho más personales que creo que se salen del concepto pero siguen estando muy bien. Se nota una mayor participación de todos los miembros en la creación de las canciones, y a través de ellas se pueden conocer mejor los miedos, sentimientos, facetas y, en definitiva, la historia detrás de los artistas.

    Black Swan es posiblemente mi canción grupal favorita del álbum. En el interlude Shadow usaron el autotune excesivo para que se note fácilmente en qué parte de la canción canta el arquetipo de sombra; en Black Swan también, sólo que se usa durante la canción completa. Al principio se me hizo molesto, pero creo que al final es un buen recurso porque le da un sentido la letra. También me gusta que en esta canción varios de los cantantes canten en las mismas partes y no que cada uno tenga su momento para cantar solo (no sé si me explico); creo que juntar y armonizar sus voces con las del otro es una mejor forma de aprovecharlas, incluso con los efectos encima. Además, la letra y la idea en la que se basa es hermosa y creo que vale la pena leerla y escucharla al menos una vez.

    De la misma forma pienso del resto de canciones. Creo que las que más valen la pena, al menos según yo, son Black Swan, Shadow, My Time, UGH!, Louder than bombs y We are bulletprof: the Eternal. No voy a hablar sobre cada una, sólo decir que las 20 canciones del álbum tienen diferentes cosas por las ser resaltadas (letra, melodía, habilidades vocales, historias del artista, etc). Al final, las canciones de BTS no dejan de dejar reflexiones y/o mensajes positivos. Siendo joven, afirmo que la música del grupo crece y madura conforme yo lo voy haciendo. Ellos tocan los tópicos sobre los que uno puede necesitar escuchar, como el amor en sí, el autoestima, la negatividad y aceptación, el autoconocimiento, etc. Y en este álbum sucede lo mismo.

    Otra vez, personalmente, creo que este álbum es fantástico. A muchas personas no les habrá gustado, pero me tomé el tiempo de escucharlo, pensarlo y entenderlo, y creo que al igual que yo, cualquiera podría hacerlo y poder apreciar alguna de todas las cosas que el grupo nos quiso brindar con su trabajo.

    Gracias ;)    … Expand
  11. Arcoiris
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Me encanta trasmite un mensaje bueno y unico todo en el es Arte Pura
  12. Gguksgirl
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    I'm totally and completly in love with this album. From now is one of my favorite ever.
  13. Yeongsan
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best álbum of the year, you need to read the lyrics and understand the deeps songs… Expand
  14. Jeonkookiedope
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Read the Lyrics LYRICS LYRICS LYRICS LYRICS LYRICS lyrics lyRiCS lYRIcs LyRiCs lYrIcS LYRICS lyriCs lYrics lyRics lyricS LYrics lYRics lyRIcs lyrICs LYRICS
  15. We_Were_Only_7
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum é simplismente incrível, ele contém músicas que demonstram muito os sentimentos, tocam o coração, e além do mais expressa tudo o que os 7 membros passaram por todos esses anos, e além do mais mostra o apoio, e o amor que todos tem pelos fãs...dá vontade de escutar o dia inteiro!
  16. SaraBTS
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    BTS's best album so far, my favorite tracks are my time, we are bulletproof, ON, UGH! and EGO. Good job guys.
  17. Stephanie001200
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is probably among my top 3 most favorite albums out of all their works. What I love the most in the album is the contrast between shadow & light throughout the album. We have songs that address BTS and the hardships they had been through but we also have songs expressing how they manage to overcome these hardships. This album is basically their story including all the pains, sufferings, their darkest moments as well as their triumphants & success. My favorites from the album are Black Swan, Louder Than Bombs, Moon, Inner Child and of course the title track On. Overall, wonderful album & I highly recommend you give their music a chance without initial judgement. You might be surprised in what you will find.… Expand
  18. mytimejungkook
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    The album is wonderful and their songs also BTS always makes good songs as they always deserve more.
  19. Yooooo
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Este álbum contiene muchos estilos estuve investigando y resulta que cada solo lo escribió el integrante que le correspondía descubrí también que Kim NAMJOON el líder escribió y ayudó a componer casi todas las canciones del álbum Este álbum es simplemente genial me gusta como varía en los géneros es realmente genial
    Lo que mas me interesó es como trataron de unir la música con el arte es    Este álbum contiene muchos estilos estuve investigando y resulta que cada solo lo escribió el integrante que le correspondía descubrí también que Kim NAMJOON el líder escribió y ayudó a componer casi todas las canciones del álbum Este álbum es simplemente genial me gusta como varía en los géneros es realmente genial
    Lo que mas me interesó es como trataron de unir la música con el arte es que es simplemente genial un aplauso para artistas tan completos como lo son bts    … Expand
  20. GAK920326
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    Being their fan relatively new since LY:Her release, I find it very interesting to see how the group's musical sensibility evolves for the past few years. MOTS:7 feels the most intimate, personal yet retrospective. There is a sense of BTS finally accepting all the past and embracing them right, which is exactly their core message for this album. The group's ability to cross and blur genresBeing their fan relatively new since LY:Her release, I find it very interesting to see how the group's musical sensibility evolves for the past few years. MOTS:7 feels the most intimate, personal yet retrospective. There is a sense of BTS finally accepting all the past and embracing them right, which is exactly their core message for this album. The group's ability to cross and blur genres (as SUGA identified "BTS style") is also what makes them special. While some tracks need few more listens to be fond of, MOTS:7 is ultimately a beautiful tapestry of BTS' seven years of journey, and deserves all the praise. Additionally, their commitment to take interpretation of art crossing different mediums is also commendable, making them an important cultural influence in this ever-evolving global stage.… Expand
  21. Lis28
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply this album is pure art, the lyrics, melodies and voices are beautiful… Expand
  22. CriticoDubioso
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Another genre journey and wide spectrum. Love it!
    With every members' contribution, album became even more special.
  23. Vopeluvbot
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    a masterpiece it is album of the year already they are legends their title is just *chief kiss*
  24. carolann
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    I think this album is something very close to me. something very native. each song reveals to me the already familiar side of the group with a new facet. I even cried from some songs. BTS really really grew up as artists, and as very dear to me people at some mental level. very proud of them. thanks for such a beautiful album. purple you, guys
  25. lulu_aoi
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    The whole album is just a masterpiece. Not only it contains a wide variety of genres, BTS once again made impactful lyrics and messages within this album. I am no music expert, but I believe when critics or anyone who listens to this album rate it, they always miss out on trying to read the translation of the lyrics which plays an important role in music. Nowadays people focus on the beat,The whole album is just a masterpiece. Not only it contains a wide variety of genres, BTS once again made impactful lyrics and messages within this album. I am no music expert, but I believe when critics or anyone who listens to this album rate it, they always miss out on trying to read the translation of the lyrics which plays an important role in music. Nowadays people focus on the beat, instead of the lyrics, which I believe takes away the whole experience of listening music. However, BTS has proved that they do not slack off with their lyric writing and poured their heart out into this album. From Suga revealing his inner conflict with the fame he is currently receiving as being now one of the top artists in the world in "Interlude: Shadow" to BTS's worries and fears of losing their passion on the stage in "Black Swan" to their undying appreciation for their fans supporting them despite of all the pain and despair they faced in "We Are Bulletproof: Eternal" to J-Hope's determination and confidence to pursue his current pathway as an artist, BTS managed to convey their journey as a group who have been together for 7 years and who also have the support of their most loyal fandom, ARMY. Their title song, "ON," is their anthem showing that they will continue to work hard and stay true to their message and beliefs despite all the hate they receive. If you are unaware of BTS's message and beliefs, they all believe in providing music that heals and gives comfort and happiness to those who listen to it. In the lyrics, they also accept who they are and show their determination to not give up their love for the stage and their passion in music. Once again in this album, the vocal line, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin, and V, provide us soothing and emotional-provoking vocals in "00:00," which portrays the group's desire for their fans to stay happy no matter what while the rap line, RM, Suga, and J-Hope, engage in complex, but fun and thought-provoking, wordplay that discusses their haters' unnecessary rage and hate towards the group. In this album, we also see new tracks from the vocal line, which ranges from Jungkook discussing about himself missing out many things during his childhood due to the fact he debuted as BTS at the age of 15 in "My Time" to V depicting his journey of his self changing through time and accepting that change in "Inner Child" to Jimin telling how he has to show or change many different sides of himself for the satisfaction of others in "Filter" to Jin explaining his love for ARMY and his appreciation for them supporting him and the group in "Moon." Also, we cannot forget RM starting off the album with him questioning who he truly is and who he wants to be in "Persona," which is also found in their previous album, "Map of the Soul: Persona." I would like to continue to talk about the other tracks, but I believe I should stop here since I wrote a long review. Yes, it is true that I am biased with BTS, but isn't everyone biased on some things? No matter what this is just my personal take on this album, and of course I am not saying my personal take is the ultimate truth. People have different tastes in music, so it is totally fine that BTS's music does not fit your vibe. However, I believe this album is BTS's best work out of all the works they have created because it shows their journey and maturity as artists and is probably THE album that shows the boys' rawest feelings and emotions. I also appreciate how all of the members of this group participated in composing and writing the lyrics in this album. Hopefully, I wish you all of those who like, have some interest in, or absolutely dislike BTS listen to their music with an open mind and without prejudice.… Expand
  26. aDrsdsk
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    A celebration of 7 years of career with musics well written and produced to be like a travel with them through their experience as people in the music industry and them living with one another. A lot of references to their old musics, you feel some sense of nostalgia too. I loved this
  27. andreapower
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This album is nothing short of a masterpiece. The songs are beautifully done, and anyone can enjoy them, regardless of the language they’re sung in. It’s a moving experience for anyone who’s been a fan of BTS for any amount of time, and welcomes new listeners with catchy tracks like ‘ON’, ‘Filter’, ‘Outro: Ego’, and so on. I’ve seen the album described as being a love letter from BTS toThis album is nothing short of a masterpiece. The songs are beautifully done, and anyone can enjoy them, regardless of the language they’re sung in. It’s a moving experience for anyone who’s been a fan of BTS for any amount of time, and welcomes new listeners with catchy tracks like ‘ON’, ‘Filter’, ‘Outro: Ego’, and so on. I’ve seen the album described as being a love letter from BTS to their careers and all they’ve accomplished, which is gorgeously accurate. You can hear the emotion and hard work that poured into each word, which paired with the English translation of the lyrics makes for a touching listen. It was nice to sit down with my friends and listen to each of the songs together, being able to experience the album with the ones who introduced me to BTS in the first place was definitely something special. It truly is amazing how seven normal boys from Korea got together and became such a force all around the world, having impacted millions across the globe, despite any language differences, and created a community connecting these millions of people, in a place which they all feel safe and happy. This album, along with the others, is held in a special place in my heart and will certainly be listened to for plenty of years to come. Thank you BTS… Expand
  28. Ela7
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    I don't understand why some people give low scores without even listen to it. Show respect for artists hard work
  29. LinhPhan
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    I really love this album, the story of 7 members I can feel them when I listen to every single track :))
  30. byvante
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    it’s their best album for sure, and maybe the best album I’ve ever heard, they include different styles and always innovate. Masterpiece.
  31. Leticia378
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    A true masterpiece different from everything they done before really good and feels like a roller coaster of feelings
  32. lovatobts
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    this album is so damn good it amazes me, the vocals, the production, the music, is a blessing to my ears
  33. Leandra2
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Coeso, Cheio de conceito e aclamação, álbum do ano. BTS provando ser artistas mais uma vez!
  34. jangmi
    Feb 25, 2020
    9
    I think this entire album feels like a love letter to themselves and their music.

    They talk about their struggles, but without painting the whole album as a melancholy induceded album, they talk about it but in a way that makes us all humans who are bound to struggle and overcome these obstacles with our own way. There are moments when they call out their haters, but there are moments    I think this entire album feels like a love letter to themselves and their music.

    They talk about their struggles, but without painting the whole album as a melancholy induceded album, they talk about it but in a way that makes us all humans who are bound to struggle and overcome these obstacles with our own way. There are moments when they call out their haters, but there are moments where they profess their love for the friendship they built inside the group.

    Some of the things that made me a little disappointed with the album were the amount of lyrics in English, but that's soemthing we can put aside because with the brilliance of their diction and playful manner with words it almost goes by unnoticed.

    I really enjoy how they managed to showcase a bunch of geners and still make a cohesive album, even if some tracks weren't my favorite (some of the solos) I know why they were placed on the album.

    For me this was a great step forward from the pop-y mainstream generic made for the american market that was MOTS: Persona. The time it took for it to be released was worth it.    … Expand
  35. thepurpledachsh
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was very excited for this album to come out and rightfully so!!
    First the fact the there were 20 songs is amazing, even combined with the ones from Persona EP, it was great. There is something for everyone - savage rap songs, happy friendship ones, something on more slow jam sexier side, also very deep and emotional ones for a good cry. What never stops to surprise me is that BTS always has the most amazing lyrics and does not shy away to speak on something important unlike a lot of modern acts kpop or not. The vocals and skillful rap was used amazingly. You can tell a lot of work was put in it and the boys themselves wrote/produced a lot which is always great when the artist themselves put work into it as much as they do. I wish more GP would consider giving this album a listen with translations, it's definitely worth a shot!    … Expand
  36. amandahonorio
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Incrível álbum, letras lindas e emocionantes, melodias incríveis, amei especialmente os single on e black swan!
  37. Parkchimmy
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This album is just amazing, from the different rhythms to all the lyrics which are sooo powerful and meaningful. I just beg you tu listen to this blessed album and check the lyrics of each songs by the way!
  38. eureka711
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    this is by far one of their best albums yet, it is indeed true that once you remove your prejudice you too can enjoy the beautiful messages that BTS has to share. I love the music so much!
  39. mouseri
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. amazing, spectacular, memorable, one of the best albums of the decade so far. all of their works are like a breath of fresh air. I am so glad they decided to put so much effort into the album if it it meant waiting a little longer. once again this album solidifies their artistry, musicality, versatility and attention to detail. they hopped on the trap beat trend without sacrificing intriguing and varied elements. i would argue that 7 is one of their best releases to date!… Expand
  40. Janaka
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    No doubt their best work in their discography, whilst it’s musically diverse with numerous styles such as hip hop, pop and Latin, it also doesn’t fail to capture the maturity of their music and how they have grown as artists. The solo tracks deliver personal experiences of each member, the sub-units provide a look into the love and respect the members have with each other and the songsNo doubt their best work in their discography, whilst it’s musically diverse with numerous styles such as hip hop, pop and Latin, it also doesn’t fail to capture the maturity of their music and how they have grown as artists. The solo tracks deliver personal experiences of each member, the sub-units provide a look into the love and respect the members have with each other and the songs with all of them highlight the unity they have with each other as a band of seven and how they share that with their fans in a special intimate way that illustrates their journey. Themes include the darker side to fame and the frustration with the actions of everyday people as well as reflecting on childhood and of course the strength of love and eternal trust. One thing the band never fails to do with albums is create absolutely unique and incredible lyrics that not only explore philosophy, history and pop culture but are crafted poetically and very moving. They have achieved that yet again in this new album and it reflects on them as true and strong artistry.… Expand
  41. marti97
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Probably one of their best albums so far! Every track feels so personal and i can feel they worked really hard on this album. I’m very proud!
  42. MelOlie
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Álbum maduro, inteligente e com a verdadeira essência da arte. Percebe-se que foi colocado amor, dedicação e alma nesse trabalho incrível. Merecem com certeza todo êxito possível.
  43. Abbiev8
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I suggest that you listen to this Album from start to finish, it tells a wonderful story of overcoming one's fears and self acceptance. Look up the translation of the lyrics, it is beautifully written. They are very different from western music and at the same time different from kpop too, so I am not sure how to classify their music… Expand
  44. avaah
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This encapsulates their emotions greatly. The way they genre hop from song to song while making consistent beats, lyrics, and flows is an incredible way to convey their feelings about how it's like to be worldwide famous artists. It's beautiful to see them at the place they are at now. They will continue to shine because they are amazing people with true talent across the board.
  45. emanuels
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    absolutely zero skips on this album. unique voices from all 7 members shine even brighter on their solo tracks, and, when put together, make masterpieces like we are bulletproof: the eternal.
  46. hiraethhq
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    The album is amazing. Black Swan is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
  47. Candisue
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This album is a full trip: the Persona they put on, the Shadows they face, and the Ego they embrace. It’s such a beautiful journey and incredibly diverse. All of the OT7 (all members) songs are incredibly cohesive, as well as the Rapline and Vocal line unit songs. The vocal members are allowed to be incredibly diverse in their solos with different pop/r&b/Latin sounds but they’re stillThis album is a full trip: the Persona they put on, the Shadows they face, and the Ego they embrace. It’s such a beautiful journey and incredibly diverse. All of the OT7 (all members) songs are incredibly cohesive, as well as the Rapline and Vocal line unit songs. The vocal members are allowed to be incredibly diverse in their solos with different pop/r&b/Latin sounds but they’re still somehow cohesive in content and lyrics with the rest of the album. The Rapline solos fit the personality of each rapper and bring the album through each of the stages of the Self. The mixed subunits are also beautiful editions and interesting explorations. The album is an autobiography of their time together as a band, acknowledging the pain but hopeful for the future.... with a byline written specifically for their fans who’ve been with them through it all. Absolutely a beautiful and emotional rollercoaster. My favorite album, just surpassing Love Yourself Tear.… Expand
  48. Tungstain
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Touch my soul!
  49. clei45may
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    amazing!!! such a great album with beautiful meanings. It's legendaryyyyyyy
  50. tomvnicius
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    Coming from a small company to being one of the biggest artists in the world, bts did it again, a new album with a smart choice of songs and melodys, breaking worldwide records. The songs are very different from one another, with their own unique touch of beatiful and thoughtful lyrics
  51. glitterwithsass
    Feb 24, 2020
    0
    This album is so garbage tbh. What was that with the whole autotune in these vocalists? Also less rapping in this album so disappointed. The rappers can't freaking sing at all with the help of autotune which make them sound so generic. Don't worry at least stan ATEEZ because soon BTS will entlist to the military. ATEEZ never disappoint. No wonder people are dragging by saying this album isThis album is so garbage tbh. What was that with the whole autotune in these vocalists? Also less rapping in this album so disappointed. The rappers can't freaking sing at all with the help of autotune which make them sound so generic. Don't worry at least stan ATEEZ because soon BTS will entlist to the military. ATEEZ never disappoint. No wonder people are dragging by saying this album is a flop but I agree with them.… Expand
  52. FelipeSimoes
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    perfeitooooo euu amo demais eles merecem todo o amor do mundo esses antis estão com nada
  53. Minaphoria
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    I loved ittttttttt, most of the songs are soooo good, i can say that this is their best album so far
  54. Btsgdc
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This is the best album I have ever seen in years it just fits perfectly to whatever you are feeling I really love it
  55. Timelapse
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a masterpiece
    7 for 7 years, 7 people
    The lyrics that i like best is : “we are not 7, with you” in We are bulletproof: the eternal, that’s soft    … Expand
  56. fiorellalx
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    First of all I have to congratulate all the talented people involved in this amazing album. The construction of the concept, lyrics, rhythm, vocals and rap lines were impecable. Moreover, the way this album is very well done correlated with the contemporary art expositions of Connect BTS is really interesting and complex. Map of the soul: 7 is like an ode to BTS artistic work through thisFirst of all I have to congratulate all the talented people involved in this amazing album. The construction of the concept, lyrics, rhythm, vocals and rap lines were impecable. Moreover, the way this album is very well done correlated with the contemporary art expositions of Connect BTS is really interesting and complex. Map of the soul: 7 is like an ode to BTS artistic work through this seven years as a band. Hope to hear more about them.… Expand
  57. liebling_rue
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I love this album! Lyrically wise BTS will never disappoint! The beats of course, is always different and new!
  58. catherine09
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I really enjoy this reboot to earlier albums, while sounding very creative and dynamic. I've never heard some of the combination of genres that are presented in this album. This is indeed the best album they put out as of now
  59. wingsxtear
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum do ano, é incrível a capacidade deles sempre se superarem, o álbum tem um variedade incrível de gêneros, mostra o crescimento tanto musical como pessoal, o melhor até agora.
  60. Juslv2812_
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    An amazing project, this creation bring us so close to their deeper sides, the lyrics are really meaningful and it's so carefully made to express their unique personalities. As a psycologhy student, I'm so happy to see that they are bringing the Jung's theorys as a concept to this album. I've never listened to something like this for years, is a real masterpiece!
  61. Reiaya
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This album is their best album to date. The diversity, the lyricism, the message, the beats, all in one package. The members showcased their abilities, musicality and artistry in a very distinct, astounding and heartfelt way.
  62. Linex
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even better than I expected, different from any act at the moment for sure!… Expand
  63. monamoon
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love how well they expressed Jung's philosophy and how it pertained to them and their story of growth. Starting from Persona and their public image they recognize to be just one of the masks they wear to Shadow and their inner demons that they must learn to embrace and ending with Ego which shapes their identity. They really tested the waters on this one with different soundsI absolutely love how well they expressed Jung's philosophy and how it pertained to them and their story of growth. Starting from Persona and their public image they recognize to be just one of the masks they wear to Shadow and their inner demons that they must learn to embrace and ending with Ego which shapes their identity. They really tested the waters on this one with different sounds and genres so it has something for every one in my opinion!… Expand
  64. Mmmlo
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I've just discovered them and I didn't think it was going to get me emotional. You could feel the sincerity and emotions they conveyed through the songs. You could tell it was genuine. It was refreshing, beautiful, emotional, and I truly believe Map of the Soul: 7 is one of the best albums out there. I've done some research on the group, BTS, and I think I've just fallen in love with theI've just discovered them and I didn't think it was going to get me emotional. You could feel the sincerity and emotions they conveyed through the songs. You could tell it was genuine. It was refreshing, beautiful, emotional, and I truly believe Map of the Soul: 7 is one of the best albums out there. I've done some research on the group, BTS, and I think I've just fallen in love with the messages they spread and their personalities. Truly, they're talented. I look forward to more!… Expand
  65. gem2019
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    it's a very personal and cohesive piece of work! Probably one of the best pop albums in recent times.
  66. s0nia99
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Its an exelent album with a handfull of hype songs but also emotial ones too with meaningful messeges that everyone, especially an artist of any kind, can relate. They have a lot of real instrument combined in a lot of the songs. If you have been a BTS fan for a long time, you are going to enjoy and understand the lyrics a lot more than a casual listener but that doesnt mean that someoneIts an exelent album with a handfull of hype songs but also emotial ones too with meaningful messeges that everyone, especially an artist of any kind, can relate. They have a lot of real instrument combined in a lot of the songs. If you have been a BTS fan for a long time, you are going to enjoy and understand the lyrics a lot more than a casual listener but that doesnt mean that someone that dont know a lot of back stories cant appreciate the lyricism… Expand
  67. Mimi55
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the most amazing albums in my life of 68 years. BTS are performers that most artists only dream of. Be sure & read the lyrics as you listen. The BEST way to understand the music is to watch the OFFICIAL videos. BTS dance is a huge part of the performance.… Expand
  68. Brunabm
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    A work of art, incredible, amazing, creative, well produced and written, sensational. Love and support my boys
  69. asxiong
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    BTS outdid themselves again! I really enjoyed and loved this album. You can see how much they have grown as artists and I respect them so much. There is really no skips at all in this album. All the songs are unique in their own ways. Truly an masterpiece.
  70. mj222
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I've been a BTS fan since 2016, a K-Pop fan since 2014, and perhaps have known K-pop for longer than that. I've listened to really good albums and very subpar ones, but I don't think any K-pop album has given me as much joy as Map of the Soul: 7 has. I'm usually never compelled to write reviews for most things in my life, but this album is really something else.

    Just when I thought BTS    I've been a BTS fan since 2016, a K-Pop fan since 2014, and perhaps have known K-pop for longer than that. I've listened to really good albums and very subpar ones, but I don't think any K-pop album has given me as much joy as Map of the Soul: 7 has. I'm usually never compelled to write reviews for most things in my life, but this album is really something else.

    Just when I thought BTS couldn't step it up any further, once again, they've shown a new sound to us and showing that they are always experimenting. It's honestly such a mature sound, it makes everything else they've done in the past not necessarily bad, but a little lacking in what MOTS: 7 delivered to us.

    They have travelled through so many genres in this album alone, from the Latin beats of "Filter" to the hard-hitting rap of "UGH!" and the R&B vibes of "My Time". I can't even list all the genres because each one has its own flavor, and even when I have a "least favorite" song, it's never been something I've actually disliked. I also love how they collaborated with people across the globe, even going to younger artists in the UCLA music departments, and showed that music can reach anyone.

    I also think this is the most personal album BTS has written. RM was not kidding when he said that this was pretty much their career diary in an album, and even before I read the lyric translations, I could almost feel what they were feeling: all the pain and anguish of fame as seen in "Interlude: Shadow" but the joy of being with their fans and looking up to the future as seen in "WAB: The Eternal" and "Outro: Ego".; Jungkook's conflict with growing up too fast in "My Time" and V & Jimin's beautiful friendship as seen in "Friends"; even the older releases in the album like "Intro: Persona" played a nice interlude into the newer releases and a nice hats off to their debut era selves. They also make sure to talk to us as well as listeners, like in "Moon" when Jin was singing directly about ARMY and "00:00" was a nice comfort song that tells us it's never too late to start over.

    Listening to this album felt like getting a hug regardless of what was playing because it felt like we were getting to know them, but they were also trying to help us as well.

    I think I almost teared up the first time I listened to this album: it is by far the best K-Pop album I've ever had the pleasure of listening to, and I'm pretty sure I will never shut up about this album because it is living beyond all the hype it was given.    … Expand
  71. Gigizzzz
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    It’s just perfect, the musics are the best, the lyrics are amazing a and beautiful.
  72. Sherrydiaz
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    All songs have great lyrics. They experimented with their sound (even used a choir and marching band) but pulled it off excellently. They were not afraid to weave through new territories which is a testament to them being true artists
  73. CremaGrape
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    A perfect album, talking about you, your decisions, your past, your story, it's important talk about it, because, sometimes you need to learn yourself and learn to live with yourself
  74. allforyou
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    I know the negative reviews are obvious trolls since they all have a certain pattern on who they stan; its quite telling.

    Moving on from that.

    This album really spoke to me. It's their most personal album and the interlude really sets the mood of the entire album. It would've ended perfectly with we are bulletproof: the eternal.
  75. Promadise
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This is such a strong and beautiful album. I think it's the band's best work to date - maybe a career best. I've listened to several albums and normally like 5/6 songs. This one does have more songs but I can safely say I like 11 tracks on MOTS: 7. The album has me smiling to feeling nostalgic to banging my head. You can tell BTS cares about their art. The whole album got a lot of care.This is such a strong and beautiful album. I think it's the band's best work to date - maybe a career best. I've listened to several albums and normally like 5/6 songs. This one does have more songs but I can safely say I like 11 tracks on MOTS: 7. The album has me smiling to feeling nostalgic to banging my head. You can tell BTS cares about their art. The whole album got a lot of care. Nothing feels thrown in or jarring.… Expand
  76. TatDinossaur
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    the whole album is a part of the boys, it talks about important and necessary subjects
  77. hopehobi
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es versátil, cada canción en el álbum tiene un género musical distinto. Las letras de las canciones están llenas de personalidad, las canciones logra transmitir los sentimientos que quieren ser transmitido. Es un álbum increíble.
  78. Ayra
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Eu posso descrever o Álbum todo como uma verdadeira obra de Arte. Não há elogios suficientes para descrever o quão orgulhosa eu estou.

    Se as pessoas deixassem o preconceito de lado e parassem para apreciar as obras dos mais variados cantores e artistas, veriam que o mundo está recheado de coisas boas, e bota boas nisso. Eu vejo muitos julgarem apenas por não ser um idioma "aceitável"    Eu posso descrever o Álbum todo como uma verdadeira obra de Arte. Não há elogios suficientes para descrever o quão orgulhosa eu estou.

    Se as pessoas deixassem o preconceito de lado e parassem para apreciar as obras dos mais variados cantores e artistas, veriam que o mundo está recheado de coisas boas, e bota boas nisso.

    Eu vejo muitos julgarem apenas por não ser um idioma "aceitável" aos seus olhos, contudo, não há um motivo justificável para isso, em todos os casos eu percebi que é o mais puro preconceito linguístico falando mais alto, somente isso.

    Eu espero que o Map of the Soul: 7 cative muitas dessas pessoas, senão todas. Elas precisam apreciar esta obra de arte e tenho certeza que irão amar, só basta aceitar a Arte.

    Meus mais sinceros parabéns ao BTS, vocês merecem tudo isso e muito mais.    … Expand
  79. VivianeMoraes
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Os meninos trabalharam duro, está perfeito com sempre Maravilhoso
    Incrível    … Expand
  80. LuisReyes
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    These guys are amazing! I've always loved how their songs catch you in every way; their vocals, their rap, the vibes, everything is wonderful! And when you translate their lyrics, you can understand why people love them.
    J-hope was right, liking BTS was the best decision ever.
  81. monomoonie
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, truly portrays de essence of BTS and their members. Friends is probably the most precious song melody-and-lyrics wise I have ever heard in my entire life. BTS’ members were truly meant to be a group.
  82. TrayV
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    They called this Map of the Soul: 7 a love song to their careers and nothing describes this more elegantly. The naturally introspective band show a command of the good and bad of fame and their past. Their emotions and lyrics are as diverse as the tracks themselves.
  83. ericapbotelho19
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    BTS, trabalha arduamente e são incríveis. O álbum está perfeito, todas as músicas são como euforia para mim.
  84. Nene613
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This album amazingly showcases their creativity with different genres and conveys their experiences, fears and joys of them being together as artists for 7 years.
  85. natassalim
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This album shows a lot of the personality of each of the members and managed to send us a very important message, the lyrics are strong enough to make us feel closer to them because they were able to tell us in the lyrics things that bother them and fears that they feel.. I feel that they opened their hearts to us on this album and there are few artists who can give us this feeling, IThis album shows a lot of the personality of each of the members and managed to send us a very important message, the lyrics are strong enough to make us feel closer to them because they were able to tell us in the lyrics things that bother them and fears that they feel.. I feel that they opened their hearts to us on this album and there are few artists who can give us this feeling, I loved all the songs without exception.… Expand
  86. Houyamtifa
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. High level of production and songwriting The best Album I heard so far .
    It was beyond what we expected from BTS .    … Expand
  87. Worood
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    A heartfelt top quality album. BTS really worked hard on this album and you can see it.
  88. hobilian
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The lyrics of the songs are personal, they can convey the feelings they put in the lyrics of the songs. The melody of each song is different, this album is versatile, you can be nostalgic listening to 'moon' and then fill yourself with energy with the trumpets and the rhythm in 'ego'. The use of new instruments in music, the diversity of musical genres and, of course, the lyrics of the songs are incredible.… Expand
  89. LeticiaSB
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    I really like this album, it's not my favorite of the group but I think it is bc my personal taste. The lyrics are gold, you can feel that they are talking about their pass years as members of the group, about their friendship, their struggles, themselves. And You can connect with it even if you aren't a musican/dancer/artist
    My favorites : Inner child, My time, ON, Persona, Shadow, louder    I really like this album, it's not my favorite of the group but I think it is bc my personal taste. The lyrics are gold, you can feel that they are talking about their pass years as members of the group, about their friendship, their struggles, themselves. And You can connect with it even if you aren't a musican/dancer/artist
    My favorites : Inner child, My time, ON, Persona, Shadow, louder than bombs, UGH and Black Swan
    Not liked: Filter    … Expand
  90. MariJay
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    A great album describing the group facing their hardships thought the years of their career and finally being able to find peace and happiness.
  91. Dayaana
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Realmente impresionante, este álbum tiene muchas canciones que me confortan.
  92. jenwitch
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Their best album in years. It definitely keeps the soul of the band but with with a different style/approach.… Expand
  93. Abena
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    It's a great album that allows them to break away from the constant need of fans wanting another wings album. But also proves that the band is ready to experiment with their music and still write socially conscious lyrics and also expressing themselves easily without sacrificing any of their values or confirming to the pressure of making a full English album to please the masses
  94. Solw
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This new Album Map of the soul 7 have huge message. Although BTS said this is there story based on, but also positive message is included. Especially the title song “ON”, have good message , good visuals and Powerful performances. Please listen all song from this Album. And hopefully you guys have positive mind. Thank you.
  95. Kats93
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    What an album. I laughed, I cried and I danced and sang my butt off. BTS just keep getting better and better. Despite the fact that this felt like a good-bye, truly this is just the beginning for these seven boys and their journey to new heights
  96. Lindasepdi
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Wide ranging genre album of BTS. Magical instruments, Richest melodies. Everything well produced
  97. MusicMatters
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    An ambitious album with greater insights to the inner workings of the band. A truly genre agnostic offering but nothing feels Out of place. I would have jettisoned the Persona tracks except for the intro but otherwise it’s almost pop perfection.
    My standouts:
    Interlude Shadow
    ON
    UGH
    Louder Than Bombs
    Zero Oclock
  98. lucidparadiser
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    It is perfect. The lyrics, the production, the versatility.. All of the members solos tell a different and a very personel story. That's what I love about BTS.
  99. Christian696
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! the acoutstic vibes are incredible, the vocals, the lyrics,everything about this album it's so amazing!
  100. Lohany
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Como sempre BTS entregando um álbum completo e extremamente perfeito. Recheado de músicas para todos os gostos. Vale muito a pena escutá-lo.
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  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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