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. Positive: 8,527 out of 9464
  2. Mixed: 88 out of 9464
  3. Negative: 849 out of 9464
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  1. 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.
  2. anacarolinadsf
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Fantástico. Um álbum com história, importância e coesão. Aclamação mundial.
  3. m00n
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best song you’ll ever listen to. The best way to start the new decade. The lyrics as well as the sound and production are insane!… Expand
  4. Insanechicka33
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The sound of this album is emotional for the journey they have gone through with either themselves, their members, or us as fans.
  5. JohaQ
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    From start to finish, Bangtan delivers an emotional and diverse journey through their music. Worth the wait.
  6. mercefrance
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    MOTS: 7 could not be anymore perfect; BTS as always took us on journey with their songs and shared a story. This is an amazing album and every track on it shows how much work was put into it. We are so proud of our bangtan boys.
  7. Elereslua
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    It's so incredibly how the boys show all of love for Armys, the album is so amazing.
    I love it
  8. 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.
  9. Brrrrrrrrittany
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such an incredible, diverse, and EMOTIONAL (I can not emphasize that enough) album. Every vocal was stunning, and every lyric was masterfully written. The shift between genres were drastic, yet somehow never felt out of place and the overarching storyline that this album walks you through is easily recognizable and relatable.

    The vocal line solo tracks, for me personally, set off in an unexpected direction that I truly appreciate. They utilized their solos to showcase a different side of themselves (at least compared to their LY solo tracks) in such a surprising and refreshing manner. That being said, the biggest surprise was ‘We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal.’ Following the previous ‘We Are Bulletproof’ tracks, I expected a similar vibe. What it ended up being...I just absolutely wasn’t prepared. I’m not sure any ARMY was. I don’t see how any ARMY could be.

    Map of the Soul: 7 is arguably the best album BTS has released to date, and easily the best album released thus far this year. This is going to be a tough album to top for both Western and non-Western artists alike.    … Expand
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. yoomgiboomgi
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. literally one of the best albums i’ve ever heard, army or not this album is amazing… Expand
  13. priscila3
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    album incrível, tudo lindo, sou apaixonada aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaqaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  14. taesthetic26
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Best album ever. Western music industry are way behind BTS and their storytelling.
  15. 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 !
  16. 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
  17. Outtromyg
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album is literal perfection. From lyrics to genres, everything js perfect.
  18. Beba613
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I felt like I was in a wild ride. All this emotions I felt through the members voices, songs that chocked me up, so beautifully done. By the end of the album I was vibrating with excitement and just so full of feelings and giddiness. They did it again and they just don't dissapoint, there's not a single skip, every solo, subunit or ot7, was just unbelievably good. Thank you BTS for once again giving me songs that motivate me and give me so much joy… Expand
  19. Izabell
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Sinceramente esse álbum é perfeito, é nítida a evolução do BTS esses garotos merecem o mundo!!
  20. Tassya
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Tô chorando até agora sem condições mano todas as músicas são maravilhosas Zero O'Clock me define toda
  21. Yoon
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Amazing
  22. Cghfchj
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Amazinggggggggggggggg wonderfulllllllll breathtakingggggggggggggggg loooooovvvvvveeeee itttttttt
  23. tamatoes
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best albums ive ever purchased, So many different variety's of music. Beautiful vocals cool rapping and meaningful lyrics. Its true when they say music transcends language you can feel the powerful impact of their music even if most of its in Korean , but their is alot of English parts which is a nice mix.
  24. LosJaviolis
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    A mix of different styles that delivers the message of the album with every sound and lyrics. The order feels like a rollercoaster and it’s transport you to a new experience of music, beyond of what you consider normal.
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. 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. ♡♡♡
  28. 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
  29. 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.
  30. 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
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Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

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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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