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. Kimchigood
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    This is a masterpiece. Every song on this album has me floored. In awe of BTS.
  2. Cherry_Bloom13
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This is different! This is fresh! Every song is just different from each other! Every track has it own personality!
  3. rocio1
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    It¨s the best album i have ever heard. All his songs are great, there is always some song that you don¨t like in some album but this isn¨t the case, they re all very good.
  4. Shp467
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    The different genres, feel ,the variety, everything just blew my mind..Their songs speaks to everyone if ppl just give up the prejudices
  5. solacidic
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    Apart from the 20th track, On ft. Sia (which is bad because of Sia so it’s not BTS’s fault), this album greatly showcases how versatile BTS are both as individual artists and as a band. Their capacity to be so in tune with their own vibes while still being able to work so well as a group is something that is rare and should be cherished. MOTS7 encompasses many genres of music, displayingApart from the 20th track, On ft. Sia (which is bad because of Sia so it’s not BTS’s fault), this album greatly showcases how versatile BTS are both as individual artists and as a band. Their capacity to be so in tune with their own vibes while still being able to work so well as a group is something that is rare and should be cherished. MOTS7 encompasses many genres of music, displaying pop, rock, hip hop, trap, R&B and EDM influences, which makes the album so fluid to listen to, probably their most multifaceted album so far. Performance wise, BTS have brought a new scale to music/dance performances with this album, with Black Swan, On (the kinetic manifesto), Dionysus, Boy with Luv…It really is too bad that covid stopped them from performing these to a live audience in stadiums. The MVs have also been well thought out and the artistry is at a whole new peak. If you look closely, you can see the shift in MV and performance quality in mainstream music ever since BTS brought something so refreshing to the table. It is only natural other artists try to be as efficient and creative, they can only feel inspired by their pairs.… Expand
  6. sxlkth
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    todo el álbum es perfecto, sus solos igual, además de estar inspirado en un libro, amo.
  7. h4n
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    There is not a single skip on this album. Its a masterpiece. BTS’s lyrical prowess is incredibly impressive and each member brings their own unique touch and undeniable charisma to full group tracks, unit songs and solo work. Amazing.
  8. soulvmns
    Nov 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best album ever!! its full of lyrical masterpieces and fantastic visuals. the production of the album is outstanding. can't wait for the next album!!… Expand
  9. Ansh9430
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's such a good album ...there is no skip in this album I can listen Map of the soul anytime anywhere… Expand
  10. alanamoreira
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    it's my favorite album of BTS after BE and it just gave me this mix of emotions which is hard to fell with music nowadays, but BTS are the only artist who can make me feel excited and comforted and happy and all kind of emotions in a single album. To ON to WAB: The eternal... I cried so much haha, I think one of my favorites is UGH, actually I can't choose, all are so especial to me, I'mit's my favorite album of BTS after BE and it just gave me this mix of emotions which is hard to fell with music nowadays, but BTS are the only artist who can make me feel excited and comforted and happy and all kind of emotions in a single album. To ON to WAB: The eternal... I cried so much haha, I think one of my favorites is UGH, actually I can't choose, all are so especial to me, I'm so happy I found BTS this year and they're amazing work, it really changed my life.… Expand
  11. ruhinaaz
    Dec 17, 2021
    10
    The range ,the genres every song is handpicked and tells a story ,sung well with exquisite details . Written in a very crafty way , the raps ,the melodies ..very in-depth... harmonious and entertaining
  12. Lulu02
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Map of the Soul 7 is one of their best albums to date. With the variety within the album and the production behind it, BTS outdid themselves with this release. ON is such a powerful anthem that really sets the tone for the album, adding their global collab with Halsey (Boy with Luv) and adding ballads such as Jamais Vu, Zero O'Clock and We are Bulletproof: the Eternal make it a rollercoaster of a ride. They also included solos within the album that really makes the members shine both individuals, as a group and as separate units (e.g. respect - RM & Suga, Jamais Vu - Jin, Jungkook & Jhope, Friends - V and Jimin.) It was an album made for the stage and showed how BTS has matured and grown both musically and as a group overall.… Expand
  13. Tzuyu_JH
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of all time, all them songs are a masterpiece, each solo song is so different and unique. Thank you BTS for this great work… Expand
  14. yoonies
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    best album of 2020 and black swan is a lyrical masterpiece biggest band in the world
  15. iM4nechis
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    Such an iconic and unforgettable album. They displayed their musical and artistic versatility in such an amazing way through their vocals, genres, techniques, everything! I would really recommend this album to anyone with an open mind who wants to listen to the best artists in the world right now. Great album.
  16. hannahyu
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    This is a top tier album the concept of this album always leaves me shocked the lyrics the hidden meaning of their tracks it's really so good it deserves more than 10 actually
  17. lsisl
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    one of the best albums ever in the korean music industry, the members of bts have envolved on the creation of this album, you can find many genres in this album, has amazing songs such as black swan. A very memorable album from BTS.
  18. BESTMusicq
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    We can see the different facets of each member of the South Korean group BTS. Songs where they express their own brilliance both as a group and as an individual.
  19. michelerenee73
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Lyrics, music, artistry! They can do it all! They have so many great songs on this album.
  20. Malinowa017
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite albums. Has a lot of great songs. My favorite song is dionysus, black swan, filter, ugh and louder the bombs
  21. LuckyCat
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Such a good album. Spawned so many hits and timeless bobs. No wonder that even the b-sides have so many streams
  22. k_katerina
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This album has so many masterpieces . Every song has a different beautiful meaning . I totally recommend it
  23. bluenuvole
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Probably, one of the best albums I ever heard. I love the versatility of the genres, it's refreshing to have so many different sounds in one album and all of them fitting perfectly together.
  24. Lucifer987
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    We can call it as an album of the century.Songs of different genres.Loved it
  25. LynnDixie
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Surely a great album. The best album that got me through the beginning of lockdown.… Expand
  26. RllyMyHope
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Amazing from beginning till the end shout-out to the rap line solo songs, great rhythm and flow and inspiring, reflecting lyrics
  27. Sarah79
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is the best album ever produced bestest of all ..the music the songs the lyrics the mvs Oh my god it's so so so amazing fell in love with this album after listening to Black Swan
    A true masterpiece
  28. damienkaji
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    cudowny album. Jeden z pierwszych jakie kupiłem. BTS zawsze potrafią mnie zaszkoczyć
  29. PD77
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Where do I even begin? This album is truly transcending and in my view, has something for everyone and for every moment or feeling. It's hard to pick a favourite BTS album, but if I were forced to part with my most treasured TinyTan merch aka the elusive purple whale, I'd pick this as my favourite.
  30. InaMori
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Ni siquiera en el instituto me ponían un mínimo de palabras pero bueno, este album es muy bueno, totalmente recomendable. Ojalá tener pasta pronto para poder comprarme todas las versiones
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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
  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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