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

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8,527 out of 9464
  2. Mixed: 88 out of 9464
  3. Negative: 849 out of 9464
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  1. Ange7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Um álbum perfeito, coeso msm q misturando vários estilos. Letras com sentimentos e amadurecimento dos 7
  2. Streammots7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Absolutely phenomenal, I am so proud of BTS, the album was just amazing, the vocals and rapping shows so much talent, and this album deserves album of the year!! the choreography just wow....
  3. Noori_dori
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Fab!! Love it, the album is one of bts' best work - its portrayal of the boys growth and dealing with personal struggles is the biggest reason why their music transcends language barriers
  4. haru71
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    what a phenomenal album by bts. every song in this album has a completely different vibe to it and it's so difficult to choose a favorite from this album. i really like it how the album seeks to explore the different genres of music, and the variety that you have here is truly on another level. the lyrics, the music, the music video even, they keep outdoing themselves.
  5. Kobeflor
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible album with a wide range of genres. Every solo fits their respective singers perfectly. They know how to tell stories through music, like FRIENDS perfectly shows Taehyung and Jimin's friendship.… Expand
  6. Momo_Min
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Map of the Soul: 7 is an amazing album filled with diverse songs with insightful messages.
  7. Minvitoria
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é ótimo, as músicas são incríveis e os meninos se esforçaram bastante pra o álbum ficar incrível !!!… Expand
  8. Guchi
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Best album I've ever listened to
    UGH! is THAT song and Inner Child had me sobbing at 4 am
  9. triiquetra
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Map of the Soul: 7 is a love letter to ARMY and each other. From debut ARMY to baby ARMY, they still stay true to the message they've been sending for the past 7 years. There are references to older work and experiences. It's heartwarming to hear and it comes from the heart. The amount of work out into this comeback is mind-blowing and I am happy to have experienced it. They really showMap of the Soul: 7 is a love letter to ARMY and each other. From debut ARMY to baby ARMY, they still stay true to the message they've been sending for the past 7 years. There are references to older work and experiences. It's heartwarming to hear and it comes from the heart. The amount of work out into this comeback is mind-blowing and I am happy to have experienced it. They really show love to the fans and to each other with the album. The amount of hype around the album before the release was very warranted. It's really a beautiful album and feels like it's a final goodbye. They went hard this comeback and their growth as artists are highlighted in this album.… Expand
  10. hadeskore
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    10/10 something new and inventive from an already groundbreaking and creative group
  11. anaqclars
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O ÁLBUM TA PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO PERFEITO… Expand
  12. KimKim13
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    I love this album so much! My favorite songs is Black Swan, On and Inner Child
  13. RebecaBrasil
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    DONOS DA INDÚSTRIA MUSICAL pode entrar BTS.
    MUSICAL INDUSTRY OWNERS can enter BTS.
  14. jaeminsoveralls
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    10/10 best album of 2020, of the decade, best album ever. Best bts album by far
  15. PatriciaK
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Best album of 2020 no doubt. You can tell how much hearts blood BTS has put in this record. Truly versatile.
  16. INNERCHlLD
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Their best album so far, every song is needed here to build up this amazing album.
  17. txanglx
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    It really shows the emotions of the group members and it’s amazing how you can relate at certain levels.
  18. Camryn22012
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Overall this is probably their best album yet, each song give off a nice vibe, and the lyrics are once again amazing to read.
  19. ch4eluv
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I was very excited to this album because of the time without any new song and I was not disappointed. Every song is special in an unique way and I loved it! Again, BTS brings us amazing musics with amazing meanings.
  20. fateeema
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Thank you BTS for giving us this beautiful album. I loved it. Each song is beautiful and influencing in it's own ❤️
  21. Juliamaia
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album has a huge meaning for BTS and ARMYs besides the amazing music. I’m so proud and it’s hard to believe that they write, produce and sing their songs. They’re unbelievable hard working and deserve everything in this world. Fighting!
  22. Khushee
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album very vividly displays the boyband's growth and the price reflect all their hard work and sincerity, the eniter group songs, solos as well as the units are all well made and just simple musical genius. Its an on-repeat kind of an album
  23. uGhers
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    It is truly one of their best album, not only the songs are really good but the lyrics are god tier
  24. Monathais
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is a very complex album, with a new, challenging, but gorgeous sound, covering different styles and... why not, tastes. It is absolutely impossible to not find a song you will like, no matter the genre you root for. Even the classical music lovers will have their fair share of "oh my, listen to that cello". I would recommend having lyrics on the side as well if you are not familiarThis is a very complex album, with a new, challenging, but gorgeous sound, covering different styles and... why not, tastes. It is absolutely impossible to not find a song you will like, no matter the genre you root for. Even the classical music lovers will have their fair share of "oh my, listen to that cello". I would recommend having lyrics on the side as well if you are not familiar with the BTS universe and philosophy (with a preference for Jung theories). Some of them are really worthy of being studied like any other poetry. So go ahead and try something which is really ahead of our time. A warning though. Once you fall in this rabbit hole, it's over. There will be a lot of crying, but also lots of smiles. Enjoy!… Expand
  25. Ellewynd
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album is just fabulous and chef kidding originality, producción, lyrics and melody. Prepared to immerse yourself and be cautivantes by the sounds of the best group in the world BTS
  26. Junie_ami
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Đây có lẽ là album tuyệt vời nhất của BTS kể từ Love Yourself: Tear. Sẽ thật đáng tiếc nếu bạn không tìm đọc lyrics của mỗi bài hát trong Map of the soul: 7… Expand
  27. carolalacuerva
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. el mejor álbum hasta ahora luego de tear, realmente tenía altas expectativas y cubrieron cada una de ellas, estoy muy orgullosa del trabajo de los chicos y de ellos como personas y artistas… Expand
  28. Nihxd
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, it's making us feeling so loved by BTS. They are showing that we are worth and that everybody should embrace who they really are and love yourself. The musical have a really strong vibe that will involve you with the rhythm and the emotions.
  29. Danasss
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    No skips
    really hard to stay engaged during 20 songs but they managed to keep the progression of songs interesting. Black Swan is still the stand-out group song for me and i love all solos.
    Rapline snapped on Ugh! and Moon is gonna be a comfort song for sure. Vmin never change. Only negative is ON feat. Sia. Her involvement in the songs seems too minor and not well thought out. We are    No skips
    really hard to stay engaged during 20 songs but they managed to keep the progression of songs interesting. Black Swan is still the stand-out group song for me and i love all solos.
    Rapline snapped on Ugh! and Moon is gonna be a comfort song for sure. Vmin never change. Only negative is ON feat. Sia. Her involvement in the songs seems too minor and not well thought out.
    We are Bulltetproof and Louder than bombs are gonna be real tearjerkers live.
    Apart from that fantastic.
    Respect to Namgi and the whole group ;)    … Expand
  30. JuHoseok
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    O álbum é incrível, passa mensagens muito boas e recomendo até para quem não gosta de k-pop.
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82

Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
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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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