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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  2. Mixed: 88 out of 9464
  3. Negative: 849 out of 9464
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  1. kacchangry
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    dignos de aoty, lendas da indústria e digo com tranquilidade. extremamente memoráveis e inesquecíveis.
  2. Crazycurly
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The best album ever BTS deserve all the support in the world they’ve worked so hard on this album.
  3. Nenya
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Absolutely one of the best albums bts has put out. They have put their heart out for you to hear as they discuss the dark side of fame and success but also hold their head high with pride, looking forward to a new decade with ARMY, their fandom.

    Breakout tracks for me are Black Swan, UGH, Jamie’s Vu, Friends and Louder than bombs. But it’s really difficult to choose coz the whole album    Absolutely one of the best albums bts has put out. They have put their heart out for you to hear as they discuss the dark side of fame and success but also hold their head high with pride, looking forward to a new decade with ARMY, their fandom.

    Breakout tracks for me are Black Swan, UGH, Jamie’s Vu, Friends and Louder than bombs.

    But it’s really difficult to choose coz the whole album is amazing. Must listen.    … Expand
  4. JinHit
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Beautiful lyrics and a amazing set that’s made me cry love it so much. They show you pain will only ever make you stronger and after 7 years of the music industry they obviously have went through a lot. From sharing a one bedroom room with 7 teenager boys to finally have the success they deserve. Thank you for your blood sweat and tears for the past 7 years. You’ve made me a better person.
  5. Rk5422
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Literally the best thing I’ve ever listened to. This album is so versatile and amazing. Every song is a bop.
  6. btsmots7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    literally every song is so good like this is that album, that suits everyone's type of music. there is ballad, trap, hip hop like what more do we need? map of the soul: 7 = perfection. when BTS said they were rEALLY going hard, i finally understand what they meant. STAN BTS.
  7. Addy95
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its perfect . Its legendary. Its historical. No one can do it like our boys.… Expand
  8. Jiminieinca
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    What to say about the album of the kings???????? Just, P-E-R-F-E-C-T!!!!!! Amazing new songs, amazing dance, EVERTHING is so AMAZING AND INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!
  9. Mon1227
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is their best album yet! From the solo songs , unit songs, to the group songs you can feel the joy they had while making the album!
  10. rdllei
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The album itself is reaaalllllyyyy amazing, each member has a track, the album content is balanced, the designs are amazing and it shocks me how big it is HAHAHAHAHA i love it and its a perfect 10 for me ‼️
  11. LynaListens
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album is brilliant. It tells a beautiful story, great lyrics and instrumentals to go with. Each track stands out and adds anticipation to the next one. Group, solo and unit tracks , this album has it all, very varied, you won’t get bored listening to whole thing. It’s really enjoyable and just genius, I loved every part of it. It exceeded all expectations. Album of the year no doubt!
  12. ChimmyRM
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Very good you should listen to it, there are a lot of genres there. There are also songs from the previous album
  13. Cintamani
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I was seriously impressed at just how amazing this record is. The blending of genres and styles is spot on and the lyrics are amazing. Admitting that life is not always pure joy but a mix of sadness and joy. There are no trite lyrics. Just a message of hope - if you fall, you can get up and continue on, there is always the possibility of goodness in the world.
    ON, Louder than Bombs    I was seriously impressed at just how amazing this record is. The blending of genres and styles is spot on and the lyrics are amazing. Admitting that life is not always pure joy but a mix of sadness and joy. There are no trite lyrics. Just a message of hope - if you fall, you can get up and continue on, there is always the possibility of goodness in the world.
    ON, Louder than Bombs and We are Bulletproof: Eternal are all so different but I play them slightly more than the others, though they are all brilliant too.    … Expand
  14. Nn88
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this album … Expand
  15. k8pad
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Undoubtedly one of the worldwide Korean septet’s best works! The album takes you on a journey of self individuation inspired by psychologist Carl Jung’s own ideologies; from the presentation of your persona, the clash of your shadows, to the balancing of your ego. A diverse album with the colours of different genre’s including Pop, RnB, EDM, Latin infusion, and modern and old school hipUndoubtedly one of the worldwide Korean septet’s best works! The album takes you on a journey of self individuation inspired by psychologist Carl Jung’s own ideologies; from the presentation of your persona, the clash of your shadows, to the balancing of your ego. A diverse album with the colours of different genre’s including Pop, RnB, EDM, Latin infusion, and modern and old school hip hop, the impeccable production and beautiful lyricism, along with the complements of different artists such as Troye Sivan, Sia, Halsey, the UCLA Marching Band, an all black gospel choir, and other participating diverse coproducers and cowriters, and of course the talent of the BTS members themselves and their in-house production team, makes Map of the Soul: 7 deserving to sit amongst the hall of fame of music not only among the K-pop industry, but the entire global music industry.… Expand
  16. chxmingjxmine
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    It's my first time listen to BTS and purchase the album, I'm not regret at all! Thank you!
  17. Arashio
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very EMOTIONAL album for me, especially Moon ㅠㅠ UGH is the BOP OF CENTURY! Really diverse and beautiful album. And There is something about this album that hits you differently from their previous work.ㅠㅠ I'm really thankful and proud of BTS. … Expand
  18. lualuh
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The album is just full of surprises! I'm amazed with the high quality of the vocals, the production, the melody, everything! I really enjoyed it! It's the best! BTS are the best!
  19. Carmy
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso, confesso que a maioria das novas músicas não fecham muito com o meu gosto pessoal, mas mesmo assim eu NUNCA seria capaz de falar mal de um álbum que transborda esforço! Desejo muito sucesso aos meninos!
  20. anitasd
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    INCRIVEL PERFEITO LENDARIO MARAVILHOSO DIVINO ME SURPREENDEU IMPECÁVEL ESPLÊNDIDO
  21. Abglmsts
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The music, sounds, vocals, rap is just amazimg. It really shows how diverse they are and about the message just really teanscends message, it really is a heart felt album! BTS is just legends and a whole different level.… Expand
  22. Iasmi
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Lindas as músicas amo meus ídolos o bts está fazendo um excelente trabalho
  23. Ally7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This song is AMAZING!!!! The background singers are amazing, the instruments are so well played, the choreography is 10000000000000/10, BTS has outdone themselves. Go stream ON on YouTube and stream Map of the Soul: 7 on Spotify and iTunes!!
  24. Apovey47
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Best album ever!! There is so much thought put into every lyric and the songs BOP. You will not regret buying it!!!
  25. leinsdipity
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Map of the Soul: 7 can be the most touching album for me. The lyrics and beats are so full ol of feelings and they make me feel some kind of way. I can't stop listening and I read the lyrics over and over again, they make my eyes teary, even made me cry when I first hear the songs. Everyone should give this album a chance and feel the power of the meaning behind those songs. BTS once againMap of the Soul: 7 can be the most touching album for me. The lyrics and beats are so full ol of feelings and they make me feel some kind of way. I can't stop listening and I read the lyrics over and over again, they make my eyes teary, even made me cry when I first hear the songs. Everyone should give this album a chance and feel the power of the meaning behind those songs. BTS once again created their songs with their soul and mind and everyone can feel how they worked hard for this album. Go give it a try, you will not be dissapointed.… Expand
  26. bethflores_
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Honestly, maybe BTS's best album till day. I've seen them grow up, experiment with different sounds, they have a great genre catalog. BTS has become one of the greatest artists of our times. Their lyrics always have deep meanings and are relatable. They work incredible hard to keep improving themselves as persons and artists. Higly recomended.
  27. jiggukfairy
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    BTS made this album expressing so much of their feelings and experiences, like they have never did before. Every song has such meaningful lyrics.
  28. tatakim
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    melhor álbum que já escutei, todas as músicas são incríveis e cada uma carrega uma energia, uma vibe muito legal de ser sentida.
  29. Bratati
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album is so diverse and different in its sound, the lyrics are so well written and they truly just touches you. There's not one skip in the album.
  30. Lariih
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Gostei que foi um álbum feito em base da trajetória dos sete anos juntos, a sinceridade que conseguimos sentir ouvindo as músicas é tocante.
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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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