Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 9464 Ratings

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  1. Lizzsato
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This whole album is incredible, but Louder Than Bombs is my new favorite song. Just speechless
  2. Joley
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The songs are amazing, it's on another level
  3. dianrx
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    They just keep getting better and better! Waited awhile for this album but it did not disappoint. What I like about BTS and their music is that they keep on evolving. This songs on this album is different from their other songs but you can also hear the influences from their previous work. Mad respect to BTS. They constantly release quality music and are such hardworking and humble people.
  4. shinebrightkth
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    you should listen to the album in order, it tells a story about accepting themselves. it's a very personal album. magical.
  5. AfsanaBts
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    By far their best album, on top of their already amazing discography. So raw, honest and so much emotion
  6. Akirishi
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Una evolución de su trabajo que demuestra una madurez y desarrollo de personaje. Simple en las emociones, pero siempre sincero. Demuestran un gran interés en seguir superando las expectativas de todos. Comienza rememorando el inicio del mapa del alma para finalizar con una comprensión más completa de sí mismos. Muy emocional y con una lírica juguetona y poética. Su mejor trabajo hastaUna evolución de su trabajo que demuestra una madurez y desarrollo de personaje. Simple en las emociones, pero siempre sincero. Demuestran un gran interés en seguir superando las expectativas de todos. Comienza rememorando el inicio del mapa del alma para finalizar con una comprensión más completa de sí mismos. Muy emocional y con una lírica juguetona y poética. Su mejor trabajo hasta ahora.… Expand
  7. dirtaegguk9795
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    It's just so perfect. No words could say how I am so grateful for BTS being BTS because their albums gave and helped me find my own light. ♡♡♡
  8. Happy_GiLoMrE
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The new BTS album is amazing words can’t describe it I was shook… Expand
  9. Yoon
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Amazing
  10. Magst
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    I am actually blown away. The mind, heart and love that went into their album, songs, and lyrics. It’s a beautiful journey, from start to finish.
  11. JAMLOVESJIMIN
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album represents the hardwork and dedication they have for their craft. No wonder they are the best artist in the world! They love what they do and despite being the world's biggest artists, they still know how to keep their feet on the ground. The humblest people in the world! So much respect and love for this 7 wonderful people.
  12. freakofnaturej
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    It's absolutely breathtaking.
    Very diverse and raw with emotions that can make you cry endlessly
  13. Outtromyg
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album is literal perfection. From lyrics to genres, everything js perfect.
  14. NatyMore
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Map of the Soul: 7 é verdadeiramente uma obra de arte, tudo nele é tão perfeito, os meninos estão de parabéns, eles capricharam muito nesse álbum, eu sinto amor tão lindo e tão puro, que eu só tenho a agradecer pelo presente que o BTS fez e fazem para os Armys.
  15. Izabell
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Sinceramente esse álbum é perfeito, é nítida a evolução do BTS esses garotos merecem o mundo!!
  16. Areej7
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Each track sounds like it was delicately carved out of pure heavenly material. Listening to the album puts one in a state of serenity yet also a positively chaotic mood of happiness. Truly a masterpiece. Words can never do it justice.
  17. tinylju2
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    An album that beautifully depicts seven years of friendship, love and hard work of the group members, their introspective feelings and gratitude to their fans
  18. MiniMoni
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    With this new album BTS put me through a journey in which I cry, then I dance and then I cry some more...Simply a masterpiece
  19. Tassya
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Tô chorando até agora sem condições mano todas as músicas são maravilhosas Zero O'Clock me define toda
  20. Nalinaj
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BTS has made another comeback with Map Of The Soul: 7 and I think they have done a pretty fantastic job. This arrangement was different from prior (they’ve had solos and vocalist/rapper division, but this album included more sub-units). I appreciate how the members let each other shine considering that does not always happen in groups. Back to the songs themselves, 5/20 came from the earlier album Persona (Home did not make it which hurt my heart but I’ve always enjoyed Persona, especially Jamais Vu) so I just enjoyed them again. For the newer songs, I believed that the way BTS described the album was fitting. They mentioned this was showing their growth throughout their career and you could it fee like it with some songs being more old school BTS vs others giving new school BTS. On my initial listen I thought, “oh this sounds more Dark & Wild but this one is new era 7.” I liked them both (though I always find old school sounds being my favorite, still enjoying everything ). I thought the title track sounded great and loved their use of the drum line and choir in the back. It gave the song a powerful feel which goes with the lyrics. There wasn't as much singing in this particular title track (not including the aspect towards the end where Jungkook was doing more singing). There was definitely some, but more melodious chants. You could definitely see the powerful message they were trying to exude.
    For the Rapper’s songs there was Interlude: Shadow which showed Suga’s ability. I enjoyed his lyrics with this one in the verses and and melodies in the chorus. Not to mention, the fun surprise at the end really screamed Suga. Ego was a ton of fun and had the usual J-Hope flair. He involves a lot of melodies with his rap and gave an overall energetic song. I can imagine fans having a celebration during it at the concert. Ugh, was a song with all of the rap members. It was hype and it definitely gave me old school BTS vibes. I enjoy the dynamic between the rap line as they bounce off of each other. The beat was great but not too much to the point where you focused on it more than the actual lyrics. They both commanded attention. Lastly there was Respect with RM and Suga and this song was in the form of discussion. It seemed like they were trying to compare Respect’s definition to the realities of how people show it. I love this song, and when BTS approach topics like this. It's sarcastic and very entertaining.
    As for the vocalists, we got Filter, My Time, Inner Child, and Moon. Jimin's Filter was fun and more sensual. He's has always had a very charming tone. Mixing it with the playfulness of this sound (the Spanish guitar), they made something great. It was one of my favorites. My Time is Jungkook’s song and this was a R&B vibe (Side note: He incorporated a lot of English with this song). I think his vocals got to show a bit more w (not the entirety of his capabilities. Just more). His ad libs were amazing and they usually are. I think he did a great job. I enjoyed the production of this one. Inner Child was by vocalist V. With V, I’m more use to his soulful solo songs, but this was a sweet change. It made you feel like rushing towards something uncertain but beautiful (which is amazing because this was a song for his younger self). It made me feel as if I could gather with friends for good feelings and just be happy enjoying life. Lastly, we had Moon with vocalist Jin. We got another fun song that gave me old school vibes (not BTS old school, but retro pop... maybe?). It was playful in a way that’s different from Jimin’s. Less sensual, more surrounded by positive energy of someone loved. You could skip through the fields with your best friends to this song, go on a road trip, or anything really fun. It’s one of those songs that make me feel how a song should, which is happy. Also, the lyrics are sweet. Two other vocalist songs were Friends and 00:00. Friends was cute, showing the friendship between members singing. It was just really fun and playful song. 00:00 was very nice and they sang more on this one. The harmonization with the members was great for this song and I really enjoyed the build to the chorus. Lastly there's We Are Bulletproof (WAB), Louder than bombs (LTB), and Black Swan. LTB sounded as if they were drawing you in. It was very trance-inducing saying, “hear me.” Black Swan did well highlighting vocals/raps and the overall sound was amazing. I loved the beat and message. WAB was another song highlighting everyone. It’s a reminiscent sound and probably best shows that, “Look at how far we’ve made it”
    Outside of this, BTS worked with others on 7. I wonder if this is BTS wanting to branch out further in their sound or what inspired them to work with the people they did. How’d the process go with the co- producers/writers . Also, they incorporated more effects and it seemed fitting in many aspects for the lyrics, but I do love a raw BTS    … Expand
  21. Vibangtan
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Com certeza esse é o álbum da carreira deles, ta tudo tão perfeito. Desde as letras, a melodia, os arranjos, as vozes impecáveis, BTS sempre surpreende e nunca decepciona !
    Muito feliz por esse álbum !
  22. khylt
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    One of their best albums released. The instrumental, vocals, and rap is incredible! Every song in the album hooks you and makes you beg for more! This album shows their growth, would recommend to all.
  23. Cghfchj
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Amazinggggggggggggggg wonderfulllllllll breathtakingggggggggggggggg loooooovvvvvveeeee itttttttt
  24. gukkie
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is album of the entire human time-line made by the greatest group to ever exist… Expand
  25. pxngu
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The album is about BTS paying homage to the journey that brought them where they are now. One of BTS’s best work yet! Whether you are a long term fan or not interested in Kpop, there’s an essence in the album and the lyrics that can capture just about anyone’s heart.
  26. Leehfig
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor música do ano é isso ✊❤ assistam o Mv e tirem suas próprias conclusões. " silêncio Bts está pavimentando"… Expand
  27. priscila3
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    album incrível, tudo lindo, sou apaixonada aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaqaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  28. pengsoo
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album was jaw-dropping. the vocals were beautiful, the music was heaven. I absolutely love this album, another great album from BTS
  29. Lids2777
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The tracks evoke the feelings of the members of BTS as of this time in a eerily/hauntingly beautiful way that showcases their wide musical range and diverse music styles ranging from songs with a delicate elegance and dose of intimacy while others are aggressively fun hip hop tracks that are sure that o make you want to move. The wide variety of MOTS:7 makes for an epic experience. TheThe tracks evoke the feelings of the members of BTS as of this time in a eerily/hauntingly beautiful way that showcases their wide musical range and diverse music styles ranging from songs with a delicate elegance and dose of intimacy while others are aggressively fun hip hop tracks that are sure that o make you want to move. The wide variety of MOTS:7 makes for an epic experience. The lyrics make you cry one moment and laugh the next ...It’s beautiful!!… Expand
  30. taesthetic26
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Best album ever. Western music industry are way behind BTS and their storytelling.
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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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