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. Dianapac
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum está perfeito, eles voltaram as suas raízes de uma forma sublime, todas as faixas se encaixam e passa um sensação de nostalgia e sentimentalismo. Devo dizer que os rapper do grupo estão no seu auge nesse álbum, afiados e selvagens contra comentários de hater, UGH! é um tapa na cara daqueles que se escondem atrás de um teclado para jogar comentários de maldosos, isso é incrível.Esse álbum está perfeito, eles voltaram as suas raízes de uma forma sublime, todas as faixas se encaixam e passa um sensação de nostalgia e sentimentalismo. Devo dizer que os rapper do grupo estão no seu auge nesse álbum, afiados e selvagens contra comentários de hater, UGH! é um tapa na cara daqueles que se escondem atrás de um teclado para jogar comentários de maldosos, isso é incrível.
  2. bluemoovn__
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Without any doubt one of the best works of their career. Each member participated in the writing and producing process and the result is brilliant: their personalities shine even more, showing their incredible maturation as artists.
  3. Uthpala
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The songs sound fresh, loved the subunit and solo songs!! The lyrics are touching and they really show how special this album is for them.
  4. CellyAn
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. They recreate themselves every single album, a live for it. We are bulletproof make me cry like a newborn baby … Expand
  5. Army_7
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album Is so artistic!
    all members showed their essence,
    I Just loved...
  6. Shashxnk
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The storyline and the depth of the album is beyond extraordinary. Solid solo performances, and overall performances by all the members. A diverse album with futuristic production. This project overall is a rollercoaster ride! Have fun listening to it. The title of the album is exactly what it is. It is the “map” to your “soul”!… Expand
  7. thuanny
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Qualquer música nova que eu ouço sempre fico com um pé atrás e falo que preciso escutar mais uma vez pra ter uma opinião concreta, não aconteceu isso 1 única vez no mots 7, bts conseguiu se superar em todos os sentidos. Vou ter que escutar mais vezes pra decidir qual das músicas é minha FAVORITA porque eu amei absolutamente todas.
  8. mj2609
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BTS at it's finest!! A lyrical and cohesive masterpiece, much more mature than persona, congrats for putting another flawless album in your discography!!! … Expand
  9. alaiyah
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    As someone who has seen my fair share of complaints of k-pop and BTS in particular, people had me thinking they were a group of boys who simply made noise, but after deciding to listen to this for myself... I am definitely going to check them out. This album is AMAZING, and whoever sang My Time sounds super beautiful.
  10. AMusix
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Album très intimiste. Le spectrum d'exploitation de différents genres musicaux est impressionnant. L'approche le passé rencontre le futur avec des samples de leurs chansons de début de carrières très intéressant.
  11. Trissbias
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its such a complete album. It shows the boys colours so well. Im proud of them!… Expand
  12. IndraKimura
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplesmente maravilhoso! Notasse que a mistura dos vocais, a habilidade e a agilidade existente nas notas, além do rap. Esse que foi escrito por seus respectivos interprete. O que vale ressaltar: se você não escreve e nem participa da produção da sua música, automaticamente rapper voce não é!… Expand
  13. snigar786
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    One of the finest works by the band.. takes a whole another dimension once you invest some time and read the lyric translations. Their growth as a band is tremendous. Planning to buy it.
  14. Diana1234
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Such a beautiful and graceful album. I've never been so connected to something like this album. I would highly recommend to listen to the album!!
  15. lushiedaisy
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    You can tell this album comes from their soul. The lyrics and delivery tell their story of struggle, success, anger & acceptance beautifully.
  16. MinMin0613
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Once again BTS does not disappoint. Louder than Bombs, Black Swan, and ON are all such different tracks but the album flows smoothly from beginning to end. One of their best yet!
  17. basseri
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This is by far the best BTS album to date, with different vibes and feels to each song.
  18. NicKa
    Feb 21, 2020
    9
    Listening to the album in order is an experience. Starting off with Persona's introspection, and finishing off with the serotonin-filled Ego left me emotional. Each solo song from each member brings a unique style into the mix but doesn't make the album lose its feeling of cohesiveness nor does it detract from the story it tells.
  19. Yim
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The waiting was worth it. It's such an amazing album! In one song you feel like dancing but in the next one you feel extremely happy or nostalgic or just chillin'. I love it
  20. SharonSana
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    It’s the most heartfelt personal and inspirational album BTS or any other artist has ever made. Each and every song on the album have such a beautiful personal story to it. The genres are a well mix and keeps you hooked throughout, without an ounce of boredom. The tittle song ON is such an energetic masterpiece which could be a cheerleader anthem to our lives. The solo songs of the membersIt’s the most heartfelt personal and inspirational album BTS or any other artist has ever made. Each and every song on the album have such a beautiful personal story to it. The genres are a well mix and keeps you hooked throughout, without an ounce of boredom. The tittle song ON is such an energetic masterpiece which could be a cheerleader anthem to our lives. The solo songs of the members are written so beautifully yet are so cheerful and mood changers. My personal favorite would be zero o’clock as it gives hope and reassurance that happiness is attainable whether your life is mundane evergoing loop or rollercoaster ride. It’s a must listen album for all ages whoever is going through self doubt, hopelessness or is just sad, it’s a beautiful piece of art to assure you there are surely good days ahead.… Expand
  21. Gummybearjk
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The only way I can describe this album is as an amazing journey, each track has it's own personality and it really shows us how talented and diverse BTS' members are, showcasing their rap and singing skills, in my opinion this is on of the few albums that has no skips. My favorite tracks were ''My time'', ''Filter'', ''Blak Swan'' and ''ON''.
  22. barimoto991
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year so far
    I loved the lyrics and the diversity
    BTS always manage to surprise me
  23. marilianog26
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect the album, muito bom, as músicas são muito boas, eles arrasaram, tudo estava combinando… Expand
  24. vkacky
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    album of the year best song my time and louder than bombs
    best kpop band
  25. Claire966
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album is simply a compilation of incredible emotions and energies through songs and lyrics. The best I've heard in 2020.
  26. stephj97
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Sonically cohesive, impressive production, this album definitely shows the maturity and versatility of BTS. Each track is a story on its own and from to finish is a true journey that just takes you breath away, I'm in absolute awe of what they can do as a group. Best album to date.
  27. sofiesworld
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    With this being my first album release with BTS I was really nervous on what to expect. The wait has been insane, and with the release of Black Swan, Ego and Shadow my expectations sky rocketed. I must admit I got pretty scared by the thought of this album not reaching my expectations. However, after listening through the whole album I'm incredibly pleased. In MOTS: 7 BTS shows us thatWith this being my first album release with BTS I was really nervous on what to expect. The wait has been insane, and with the release of Black Swan, Ego and Shadow my expectations sky rocketed. I must admit I got pretty scared by the thought of this album not reaching my expectations. However, after listening through the whole album I'm incredibly pleased. In MOTS: 7 BTS shows us that they work beautifully by playing on the members' diversity, while also showing of their strength as a group. Every member is presenting their artistic skills in both performing and song-making, and it also shows their artistic growth through the years. They showcase different genres and musical styles, while still being able to show a consistent thread through the album, making it an exciting experience from beginning to the end. I am in no way disappointed.… Expand
  28. Matheusmansur
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Perfect! There is nothing else to say. BTS did it again. What an incredible work.
  29. lauralud
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    O álbum transmite significado aos ouvintes de forma única,cada voz,cada toque transmite muita emoção
  30. xriaaa
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Not a single skip on the album. Was worth the almost one year wait for new music from them
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Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 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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