Proof
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Jun 10, 2022
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9.7

Universal acclaim- based on 5336 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 106 out of 5336
  3. Negative: 117 out of 5336
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  1. niapassaro
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    BTS grows so organically musically and conceptually that it's no surprise they now have the ability to bring us an anthology album. It is with great happiness that we receive demo songs and even new songs with beautiful messages (and stronger ones) for our delight as a fan. Congratulations, BTS, another show of wonderful content even after completing its almost 10-year career.
  2. Naaaw
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    No words to talk about this amazing album
    Proof is really an amazing album!!
  3. Sandipa
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    The band through this anthology album has proven once again why they stood the test of time, prejudices and all kinds of obstacles. From their 2013 release (debut song: No more dream) to their latest 'Yet to Come' they have shown their mettle and the fact that it takes courage and humility to say they are still learning even after being such sought-after artists in the industry for almostThe band through this anthology album has proven once again why they stood the test of time, prejudices and all kinds of obstacles. From their 2013 release (debut song: No more dream) to their latest 'Yet to Come' they have shown their mettle and the fact that it takes courage and humility to say they are still learning even after being such sought-after artists in the industry for almost a decade now. It takes even more courage to acknowledge that the past was the best but the best is yet to come next..… Expand
  4. kassies
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This album is an incredible way to start your deep-dive into BTS' discography! I have been a fan for over 9 years now, and i'm honoured to say, even though loats of their amazing songs are on this album, there is still more music to dicsover once the album has finished playing. I feel very nostalgic listening to "PROOF".
  5. zullie
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Proof is a testament to the band’s range and longevity, featuring tracks chosen by the members to represent almost a decade-long career. The new songs are well-executed and skew closer to their original sound while also showing growth and the band’s still vast potential.
  6. amimeer
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    straight banger songs I highly recommend especially run bts, yet to come and for youth!!
  7. princessacielo
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    The album is composed of Majestic and awesome songs! the lyrics ans the melody **chef kiss
  8. kehtub
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    The album reflects BTS musical journey, them being true to their craft up to now. What i love about the album is the different genre that you can hear, the different styles, the genius in the lyrics.
  9. Ss2209
    Jun 12, 2022
    9
    A wonderful album to go through BTS' journey since their debut! The album demonstrates their wide range and musicality. It also has some new songs, the best of which in my opinion is Run BTS!
  10. Verseau13
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    I love every songs in this album. Each of them has special melody, meaning and from different genre. You can always find a song from BTS for yourself. Check their choreography on youtube too, I'm sure you never regret! Stan BTS is one of best decision I have made in my life!
    BTS took me along their journey in many years via their songs. Thank BTS for helping me over the difficult time in    I love every songs in this album. Each of them has special melody, meaning and from different genre. You can always find a song from BTS for yourself. Check their choreography on youtube too, I'm sure you never regret! Stan BTS is one of best decision I have made in my life!
    BTS took me along their journey in many years via their songs. Thank BTS for helping me over the difficult time in my life. Thank BTS for making me happier everyday.    … Expand
  11. gvnlps
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Um álbum limpo, que realmente conta a história dos 7 garotos que tinham um sonho que se tornou realidade. BTS nunca decepciona.
  12. HM7
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. PROOF is a journey through BTS discography! The 3 new songs (4 if you include Born Singer) have the classic Bangtan sound and autobiographical themes. CD 1 highlights their title tracks, starting from their debut in 2013 with No More Dream and ending with their new title track, Yet To Come. For CD 2, each member selected a solo song and a unit track to share. And CD 3 gives an inside look at demos from years past (these tracks are on CD only). PROOF is the perfect way to celebrate Bangtan's vast discography!… Expand
  13. BabyBlumer
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    The Best of both Past and Future! In their 3-CD anthology, PROOF, BTS takes a leisurely stroll through their impressive catalog from their debut up to the pandemic years, showcasing their wide versatility. Including crowd party favorites and sentimental soothers, this anthology does a good job of offering the PROOF its title points to. By turns nostalgic and hard-edged, there's literallyThe Best of both Past and Future! In their 3-CD anthology, PROOF, BTS takes a leisurely stroll through their impressive catalog from their debut up to the pandemic years, showcasing their wide versatility. Including crowd party favorites and sentimental soothers, this anthology does a good job of offering the PROOF its title points to. By turns nostalgic and hard-edged, there's literally something here for everyone. The newest entries into their pantheon of work, 'Yet To Come', 'Run BTS' and 'For Youth' show the maturity and confidence gleaned from nine years spent as literally the hardest working band in the business. As a special treat they've even pulled back the curtain to let us in on the process with a few unreleased demos and alt versions of fan faves that can ONLY be heard on the physical CD. (Time to dust off those Boomboxes, folks!) From start to finish, PROOF is a treasure trove of gems that shouldn't be missed!… Expand
  14. AngelicaRod
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Proof has everything you can wish for. From their older songs, that are great, to the newer ones, also great. And also, three new tracks, bangers, too. And the hidden tracks, CD only, are awesome.
  15. Artemis2022
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    A great Anthology Album for ARMY and soon to be ARMY. Why? With this Abum you can follow their journey, see their growth and their musical variety. There so much here. Take your time, follow the sidetrack and then comeback here. Proof is exactly that.... Proof why BTS is so great, mesmerizing and enchanting. It is all there. Just have look.
  16. Vinnu1497
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've been listening to these guys music for about 7 years now. Almost every track in this anthology album I've heard before but it still hits the same. That's how good their music is.... Discovering them without any prejudice was the best decision… Expand
  17. goostars
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    It is an anthological album, so it has the boys' entire music journey, as well as a chronology and 3 more unreleased songs. It's an excellent album that anyone who hears it will fall in love with. it has all kinds of genres, from the most agitated and energetic to the calmest and softest. the boys really did an amazing job.
  18. walia
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS SO GOOD, EVERY SINGLE SONG IS CHEF'S KISS. I AM NOT EVEN EXAGGERATING
  19. Kira111
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    On repeat all songs! Very classy! 1000+ for lyrics, some make me cry: spring day, yet to come.
  20. Varshakoo
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This is a Masterpiece...it's such a **** bop...it shows how hard they worked for the things they achieved right now...the fact that they mentioned they did it just for thier love for music and nothing else....im so proud to part of army...will always be loving them!
  21. Archu
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This is the best anthology album ever. The best part about this is that THE BEST MOMENT IS YET TO COME.. I can't wait to see chapter 2 of BTS..
  22. Jamilah2708
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This album takes you on an incredible journey from past to present to future of this amazing group with the new single 'Yet to come' as the cherry on top. Perfection!
  23. Adri2910
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’ll have to say, I’m so glad that their older songs are finally getting recognized. As a Permission to Dance era Army, I might have gotten into the fandom because of Butter, but I stayed -among other many reasons- because of their previous works. I highly recommend -as Nam said- to listen to it in the intended order. Is a wonderful experience, since you get to appreciate their amazing evolution. This is the first time I hear an album with 0 skips. All songs are true masterpieces. And, of course, totally worth the experience of buying a physical copy, which is something I haven’t done in years. As a “baby” Army, I couldn’t think of a better way to start my BTS collection. And for GP, hope you can give yourself the chance to really know what BTS is about, beyond the good and well known “Butter” and “Dynamite”. Spoiler alert: you might be surprised…and also might really like it… Expand
  24. Ile_Ile
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This album incapsulated BTS in the past 9 years. I wish I could give it more than a 10 because, it has been such a beautiful journey with them & they have released nothing but good music after good music. Their discography truly is a masterpiece! So many good music, great storyline, powerful messaging, and brilliant lyricism! I'm so happy I became their fan. I am literally growing up toThis album incapsulated BTS in the past 9 years. I wish I could give it more than a 10 because, it has been such a beautiful journey with them & they have released nothing but good music after good music. Their discography truly is a masterpiece! So many good music, great storyline, powerful messaging, and brilliant lyricism! I'm so happy I became their fan. I am literally growing up to their music &, I think, that's one of the best things that has ever happened to me.… Expand
  25. Anj94
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thank you Bangtan Sonyeondan for another amazing album. As expected, high-quality work. Listening & watching the MV of "Yet To Come" makes me nostalgic. It feels like time-traveling & concluding the storyline (Bangtan Universe) to transition to Chapter 2. It is not the end but a gracious beginning. The other new songs like the hype song, "RUN BTS" is wild. We didn't see this coming. ARMY are surprised. "Born Singer is", another classic that is finally released on CD/all platforms. This song always makes me cry. And of course, the intimate song for the ARMYs, "For Youth." This album was an intimate gift to us, their ARMY (fans). I am forever in awe of this level of relationship of BTS with the ARMYs. PROOF album encompasses their passion & hard work - blood, sweat & tears to make such amazing music that moves a lot of people of all ages, races, gender identities, etc I know we are only starting...the best yet to come. Those who give RED marks on this album haven't touched the album yet - even hear 1 song or read the LYRICS. In the end, ARMY knows how precious this album is - 9 years PROOF of passion, love, and hard work that is meaningful and nostalgic for us. This album is a treasure.… Expand
  26. yoongiscanoes7
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    this album is proof of how hard BTS have worked to get where they are. The title track Yet To Come is nostalgic song which walks with you towards the future of BTS and ARMY together. This album is a great way to get to know some of the best BTS songs, including title tracks from their previous albums in cd 1, b-sides that the members chose in cd 2, and on cd 3 are demos and unreleased songs.
  27. army_16
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is amazing!! The songs make me feel so many emotions..the lyrics are so touching and relevant! The message they wish to portray is clear - that they do not care about the expectations and opinions of the warped industry...they're just 7 men who love music with their hearts and wish to reach out to people all over the world with their music and that they'll continue doing so! Also, there are lines and a whole song specially for us ARMY, their fans! They convey their love for us while telling that they will also keep going on with us and that we have yet to experience so many more amazing and memorable moments together. It feels like a promise between BTS and ARMY and that just makes me feel even closer to them … Expand
  28. otherebecca
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    If you are a long term fan or just want to get to know BTS post Grammy,this anthology is a huge treat.
    Opening with Born Singer (sampled from J Cole) written in 2013 and closing disc 3 with a love song to ARMY,the diversity,lyricism and sheer artistry shines like the sun.
    Hits spanning 9 yrs,solos,unreleased demos and 3 new songs. Title track,nostalgic Yet to Come,hip hop/rock Run BTS    If you are a long term fan or just want to get to know BTS post Grammy,this anthology is a huge treat.
    Opening with Born Singer (sampled from J Cole) written in 2013 and closing disc 3 with a love song to ARMY,the diversity,lyricism and sheer artistry shines like the sun.
    Hits spanning 9 yrs,solos,unreleased demos and 3 new songs.
    Title track,nostalgic Yet to Come,hip hop/rock Run BTS and tear jerking For Youth.
    An album to treasure for many,many years.    … Expand
  29. ilyzeha
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    PROOF is perfect, it has no errors. simply incredible!! BTS once again proving to be great artists
  30. sziai7
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Such an amazing album produced by a high quality artist BTS
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  1. The Quietus
    Jun 30, 2022
    80
    Proof serves as a nostalgia trip for long-time fans of the septet and a summary introduction for the curious. With thirty old songs, three completely new tracks, and eleven new versions of well-loved classics, this album marks a satisfying closure to their first nine years as a group.
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  2. Consequence
    Jun 10, 2022
    91
    For fans who were sucked in during the time of “Dynamite” or “Butter” and haven’t dug into their back catalogue just yet, they might be surprised to discover just how broad of a range these songs can stretch. ... Disc 3 is a whole different kind of time capsule: there are 11 unreleased demos, two brand new tracks (“Quotation Mark” and “For Youth”), and one previously-shelved track (“Young Love”) that peel back the curtain on BTS as artists like never before.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Jun 10, 2022
    80
    The three-CD set surveys their story so far, offers fascinating glimpses of roads not taken, and contains must-hear new music.
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