Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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  1. cindyu
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album so beautiful, all the song in this album so good. I love it. All the song is healing and make positive vibes, omg,, I really love this album, you must hear Map of the soul : 7 by BTS. I swear you'll like this album… Expand
  2. Geena95
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. We can hear how the members are trying to show their true emotions, their stories. I really love it!
  3. Deania
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is Album very very good. I very like this album because, music for healing, dancing on main playlist. Sorry for bad english… Expand
  4. haniiy
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very good album, best seller up to 7 milion around the world and easy listening song… Expand
  5. stelladxlan
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    MOTS:7 made me stan BTS and I'm not complaining
  6. aurale
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I think, MOTS 7 is the best album for this year because BTS made any good and meaningful songs ever. Lot of songs in this album that have same story as our real life, our struggle and our problem also songs that tell how to fight it and manage it until we can be happy. Im not good in English, but I want to tell you, if its not a waste to hear their songs. I recommend you to hear ZeroI think, MOTS 7 is the best album for this year because BTS made any good and meaningful songs ever. Lot of songs in this album that have same story as our real life, our struggle and our problem also songs that tell how to fight it and manage it until we can be happy. Im not good in English, but I want to tell you, if its not a waste to hear their songs. I recommend you to hear Zero O’Clock (00.00) for the first try and look at their romanized lyrics or maybe hear the Dionysus if you like the rock genre as well! Also you can hear UGH! if you like RAP song. Lot of best song but that three is my favourite besides main track aka ON!… Expand
  7. kepjang457
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A truly incredible record. The way Persona, Shadow, and Ego sampled and reversed their intros from their first three albums is brilliant, and the way the album progresses from discussing the persona (songs persona through Dionysus) then shows the progression from the shadows to reaching a state of ego in the songs between interlude shadow and outro ego, it's truly a powerful story and anA truly incredible record. The way Persona, Shadow, and Ego sampled and reversed their intros from their first three albums is brilliant, and the way the album progresses from discussing the persona (songs persona through Dionysus) then shows the progression from the shadows to reaching a state of ego in the songs between interlude shadow and outro ego, it's truly a powerful story and an in-depth psychological analysis of human beings. I also loved how it looks back at their personal pasts, like the emotional We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal (a reference to their debut album's track We Are Bulletproof Pt 2 and the final installment of the We Are Bulletproof trilogy).
    The lyricism is quite superior to previous works, particularly darkly beautiful Black Swan and Louder than Bombs. The production on the tracks is also very carefully considered, especially the anthem ON with its incorporation of a marching band and their work with local Los Angeles musicians.
    I can't really think of other albums this year that put so much effort into actually telling a story, presenting a critical and psychological concept, and showcasing a variety of genres that smoothly flow from one to the next. I'm quite tired of hearing albums where it feels like I'm listening to the same song in 10 different renditions that all have the same subject matter with lacking lyrical complexity, so Map of the Soul 7 was quite refreshing and emotional. Each of the individual songs is amazing as well apart from the whole album.
    The one issue I had with the album was the inclusion of the Sia assisted ON because it seemed rather out of place, but I understand the reason for their inclusion of this track was because radio refused to play their singles unless assisted by a western, English-speaking artist, and even so, they had a complete radio shutout in 2020 (until english-language Dynamite), which is rather unfortunate for the band as they seek to break the barriers of xenophobia in the western music industry.
    So much variety yet connection in the subject matter. Songs showing love for fans in Boy with Luv and Make it Right, the struggles yet love of performing in Jamais Vu, feeling drunk in their own music and art with Dionysus, as well as Intro Persona are all part of the Persona section. The shadow section includes songs like Interlude Shadow, Black Swan about the fear of losing passion, Filter about society's various demands for an artist, My Time about a young boy giving up his normal life to pursue his career, and Louder Than Bombs about the desperation and devastation they feel when they hear of stories and news around the world. Then the self aware ego section concludes with ON a powerful anthem about facing and overcoming obstacles, UGH! about jobless haters who spend hours on end trying to ruin lives online, Zero O'Clock about resetting after a difficult day and striving for a new tomorrow, Inner Child about growing up and realizing you're a different person, Friends about the soulmate-friendship of two members, Moon a song about their love for the fans and how it makes them stronger, Respect a discussion of the concept of respect, We Are Bulletproof the Eternal as an appreciation for the fans who supported them every step of the way while the rest of the world pushed them down, and outro ego.
    Intro Persona explores the facades of a human being and the faces we show the world, Interlude Shadow discusses the dark sides of being famous with a critical and obsessive media and personal concerns of struggle, and Outro Ego reveals the desire to learn more about the self in order to accept it, joining together the Shadow and the Persona to fully realize the true self.
    Truly love the depth of this album and the enormous effort they put into it. Lyrically, conceptually, sonically, this was truly a work of art.    … Expand
  8. vanissa
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album bring positive energy and to talk about daily life that is compatible with reality and to talk about the human soul. The album as healing and have positive energy
  9. bythesool
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    all the track are good, the meaning of each song are beautiful and relateable especially for the track name "Zero O'clock", also for "UGH" and "Outro : Ego" really boost my spirit
  10. serendinpreity
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has various genre. It doesn't make me tired of hearing it. I really love this album. It gives me such a heal feeling. And also, all of the songs on this album has a good meaning with different message. Wait, english is not my first language. So, sorry for the mistakes.… Expand
  11. evakffh_
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I really like this album, BTS is really great at making songs that can express myself. For the future, I hope BTS can win the Grammy award for this year
  12. jkyourlight
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    all the track of album of the soul 7 to much good, it really make me feel better on this hard day. this art with the meaning of the song that touches my heart feel warm
  13. pity_
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is really, really good. The song lyrics also really motivate me. And the song I like the most is "Black Swan" where the long lost existence of a black swan reappeared after BTS released this song.
  14. lucindadahl
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    It's a very cohesive album. I thoroughly enjoyed the messages contained within each song. The lyrics are very heartfelt. I especially enjoyed Inner Child.
  15. intannnnp
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    One the best album i've ever heard. I love their musics, their lyrics, its ofc just relate to my life. I really really enjoyed to this album. So much inspiring. Keep it up!!
  16. tepoypoy
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. such a amazing album! i love this album so much, BTS worked hard on this album too. they're amazing… Expand
  17. Kinan199
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album have sincerity in it.
    Before you judge, just listen first.
    thank you    … Expand
  18. shellyulandarij
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    this album have a diversity genre and the topics that they brought up are also interesting.
  19. Ohmaimaimai23
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's an album with a mix of genre morphed into what is now BTS genre. Only they can do it and make it cohesive.… Expand
  20. Gracemeilany
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this song is very good, you must listen too. the song is perfect for traveling, and put in the car when you are on the move.… Expand
  21. caressalina
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is very very amazing. I love all song. All song make me feel comfortable.
  22. Zahra17
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is extraordinary. This album has an important meaning in the history of BTS. This album was released when BTS debuted at 7 years old, therefore the name of this album is Map Of The Soul 7. The songs inside are very good. With a wide variety of music genres, lyrics that are touching and soothing. The main song in this album is ON which is very very good. The music video on YouTube is fantastic, like you are watching a historical film. I highly recommend you to buy and listen to this album … Expand
  23. shafaalifya
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The overall songs are so good, they have a diverse discography in this album. My favorites are ON, Black Swan, and My Time. Black Swan's lyrics are way too beautiful and poetic. My Time lyrics are based on BTS Jungkook's life and it's so sad, i always cried when i listen to this song. I love this album so much.
  24. keiyoongiii_
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Best album! The songs on this album made me learn a lot about loving myself.
  25. parkly23
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The album tells a masterful story of the map of soul, using the Jungian concepts of persona, shadow, and ego. Black Swan is truly a masterpiece. The album also intersperses solo songs in various genres, which tell the stories of each member of BTS, as well as rap songs like Ugh and stunning vocal songs, such as Zero O'clock, my favorite song on the album.
  26. Deeyaa
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Must heard album, not just the melody is great, the lyrics it self is really meaningfull… Expand
  27. Cmldmnq2796
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A unique album where every member has a solo, unit and group songs. Different genre in one album, the lyrics are great.
  28. Bri777
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There is no album as versatile & top tier as Map of the Soul 7. Each track tells a story & the lyrics hit on every single track. Black Swan & We Are Bulletproof Part 2 is one of my favorite tracks of this album.… Expand
  29. lizamah97
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is not only a compilation of new songs but also some songs of their last release Map of the Soul Persona. These tracks together with the new 15 ones are the perfect combination, not only for story line/message purposes but also to showcase their ability to handle different music genres perfectly. Each solo track is characteristic of each member when it comes to their stories, nonetheless it’s also a change up since the genres and moods of each solo are not the “usual” or what you would normally expect for each member and their solos. When it comes to subunits you can feel the different colors and chemistry of these members singing their stories as pairs, trios or quartets. Ugh is compose by the rappers and they become the group’s front battle line when it comes to hate. The track “Respect” is the follow up of “Ugh” and is two of the three rappers (RM and Suga) That take a moment to point fingers at those who talk behind their backs and pretend to respect them as musicians just because their group is now a successful one. The two rappers repeat how saying that you respect someone has become a too easy of an action that sometimes it has lost its meaning. The singers of the group take songs like “zero o’clock” to comfort fans and talk about those hard moments in life where you are lost and don’t even know why you feel down. It’s the perfect track to talk to fans about their own down moments while trying to relate to the fans feelings. “My time” and “inner child” are introspective songs about a past-present and the two singers feelings about it. “Filter” is a harmonious masterpiece that talks about the different sides Jimin sees of him, sides he thinks others see or want from him and even the sides he desires to show and give to people, specially his fans. All the rappers solos are the perfect ways to start, reach climate and finish the album. The track “friends” showcases perfectly a friendship so strong and deep that you might feel jealous of said friendship.
    Moon by the member Jin is just what you would desire of a melody, vocals and comforting lyrics. This solo is one of those that caught fans off guard since Jin is known for his beautiful, soul touching ballads and even if it’s still a calm song, it’s a more upbeat and less dramatic track than what he would normally deliver. Besides that change that shows his growth and willingness to keep on trying new things in music, Jin delivers a vocally amazing performance full of feeling and sincerity. About “louder than bombs”? One word: bop! “We are bulletproof: the eternal” it’s the contrary of what fans expected yet it’s as amazing and full filling of what a great song is suppose to be. Generally these album of full of genres and stories that connect with each other so perfectly even if they are musically so different. An amazing album that reflects who the group is, who they aspire to be and what they consider they are right now, not only in their own eyes but in the eyes of strangers, fans and even haters.    … Expand
  30. Samyaben
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Cet album est comme une thérapie pour soi même , je l'ai trop adoré , merci BTS
  31. dustnandrsn
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album showcases the group's incredible diversity in sound and their cohesion in theme/lyrics. The crisp vocals and production are some that would could make anyone respect them on the first listen. The boys had a hand in the lyrics and production of all 20 songs, which shows true artistry as many artists at their level take advantage of songwriters. The album's immensely deep lyricsThis album showcases the group's incredible diversity in sound and their cohesion in theme/lyrics. The crisp vocals and production are some that would could make anyone respect them on the first listen. The boys had a hand in the lyrics and production of all 20 songs, which shows true artistry as many artists at their level take advantage of songwriters. The album's immensely deep lyrics add so much meaning. The dark-trap song "Black Swan" speaks on the members fear of losing their passion for music. They mention how they are scared to death of the day that the passion fades. Throughout the song, references are made to the film of the same name. An iconic quote was referred to saying how a dancer dies twice, once when they stop dancing, and once when they physically die. BTS speaks on the fear of the first death. With other songs such as Interlude : Shadow and Louder Than Bombs which speak on the depression and pressure that come with fame, Map Of The Soul : 7's raw vulnerability and diversity is only deserving of a perfect 10.… Expand
  32. Bree6
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterful blend of genres and a refreshingly honest look into the minds of the bangtan boys
  33. Carmenface
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Map of the soul 7
    Themes with a lot of dedication and passion Are artist and composers, is AMAZING!!
    Is arte
  34. mintyskylar
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I believe every single song displayed on this album is unique and special. From songs sung by each one of the seven members to multiple group songs that they sing and rap together.
  35. pauline55
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    es una album maravilloso, muy introspectivo, su estilo recorre el arte contemporáneo y mezcla sonidos nuevos, el mensaje en las letras de sus canciones son muy profundas y poéticas, sumandose a esas rarezas musicales que son difíciles de encontrar.
  36. ProblemBesucher
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The very first album I listened to from this group - and I'm impressed. This is definitely the most interesting music I heard this year and it's been a good year.
    My favorite songs by far are the ones that are written by bts themselves. "Ugh" was a song that especially stood out to me, for one, it really showed what the rappers of this group can do - two of which seem to come from    The very first album I listened to from this group - and I'm impressed. This is definitely the most interesting music I heard this year and it's been a good year.
    My favorite songs by far are the ones that are written by bts themselves. "Ugh" was a song that especially stood out to me, for one, it really showed what the rappers of this group can do - two of which seem to come from underground rap - but especially the lyrics and the subject of this song are what shook me. I recommend people to check out the video "Ugh explained by a Korean" on youtube to fully understand what amazing songwriters these guys are. And I also learned it's important to find good translations, genius really does not do them justice. After digging into this album, I will definitely listen to more by them.    … Expand
  37. Sunniea
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    It's a perfect album, all the songs are special. Listening this album , it's impossible to skip a song, all of them are good ones and different from each other.
  38. Osusannahh
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An expression of a group fully expanding as adult artists and exploring how striving for your art can be both a battle and a blessing. It is worth taking an extra step to read translations of the lyrics because it is there that BTS demonstrates how far above its pop peers it stands.… Expand
  39. shadowfootchild
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    The only reason I am not giving this album a perfect 10 is that I believe this group has room to grow even more. This album is cohesive in a way that some of their previous releases have not achieved. While their songs have always been excellent, with some exceptional standouts, their albums have not always been consistently put together in a way that makes sense. This one definitelyThe only reason I am not giving this album a perfect 10 is that I believe this group has room to grow even more. This album is cohesive in a way that some of their previous releases have not achieved. While their songs have always been excellent, with some exceptional standouts, their albums have not always been consistently put together in a way that makes sense. This one definitely takes a step forward toward a fully realized narrative in the album composition and the order of the songs.… Expand
  40. Sachusabi
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Music can cross barriers, music make people happy. Personally this album gave me lot of strength during difficult time. Shadow - awoke inner me gave me strength persona was a realisation of my new world, filter - gave me a new colour to my life. Musicians needed to be acknowledged, young musicians like BTS is always a hope for young generation. Let them bring more music to the world, letMusic can cross barriers, music make people happy. Personally this album gave me lot of strength during difficult time. Shadow - awoke inner me gave me strength persona was a realisation of my new world, filter - gave me a new colour to my life. Musicians needed to be acknowledged, young musicians like BTS is always a hope for young generation. Let them bring more music to the world, let them break the stereotype s, let them be a bridge that connect the world, let them be a new light of HOPE… Expand
  41. Michaella25
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, full of different genres and sounds for each song. Never bored while listening to this all year. The lyrics and messages of the songs, after translating, are genuine, complex, and compelling. Stand-outs include RnB My Time, the beautifully sung Louder than Bombs, and the joy-inspiring Outro:Ego. If you haven’t yet given BTS a chance, this album will open your mind.
  42. Tinn
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing lyrics and the songs are really catchy. The diversity of this album is insane.
  43. Samah_979
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    I was curious to check the album and i was really impressed by how amazing it is. The album is diverse yet so cohesive.
  44. Mayan0
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Honestly, this album gets better with every listen.. There ability to tell stories is amazing especially since it's their story, with such sincerity at the same time using different genres and yet they conflict in the same album is just amazing. Their artistry is incredible and I dare say not alot of thoughtfulness and creativity can be seen in today's artists... I'm glad i got this album.Honestly, this album gets better with every listen.. There ability to tell stories is amazing especially since it's their story, with such sincerity at the same time using different genres and yet they conflict in the same album is just amazing. Their artistry is incredible and I dare say not alot of thoughtfulness and creativity can be seen in today's artists... I'm glad i got this album. It's a keeper.… Expand
  45. Kayc
    Oct 3, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of their best albums. The group shows their venture into different genres successfully. The lyrics and messages in each of their songs take you on a journey and make playing the album in one go effortless. There are several songs that hooked me in and are on heavy rotation even right now but make no mistake, every song is in my go to playlist except for the ON remix. Black swan, outside of it’s beautiful choreography is so enjoyable to listen to. It has lyrics that I have found myself relating to and sing along to now. Once you delve into the lyrics, you realize they are sharing their fear of losing their love for their art, which is music. This would be akin to dying for any kind of artist. They convey their struggle of trying to survive and keep that love alive. ON is an ode to their debut and a earlier release about keeping to ones dreams. I also enjoyed the solo tracks the members did with my favorites being Shadow and my time and the group songs outside of the previously released ones are of course We are Bulletproof: The Eternal, black swan, louder than bombs and the unit song I enjoyed the most was UGH!, if you’re into a harder hype rap song, this one’s for you. The point I took off was because I feel that the remix of ON with sia was unnecessary as her voice was integrated into the song in a meaningful way. The placement of the remix also took away from the play through of the album and it did let me down as it’s the last song, this should have been We are Bulletproof: The Eternal. Overall it doesn’t take away too much from the absolute joy I get from the album, just becomes a skip. I highly recommend checking this out if you’re new to BTS.… Expand
  46. Chaching1201
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    The song Black Swan is so impressive. The lyrics so thought provoking. It touches deep in the hearts of all artists. The song is pure poetry. Yes the darker thoughts of losing your life’s passion is something we all have experienced. But the positive outcome just rounded out this song.
    The whole album is a nice ride through many genres. It is nice to have such variety all in one album. I    The song Black Swan is so impressive. The lyrics so thought provoking. It touches deep in the hearts of all artists. The song is pure poetry. Yes the darker thoughts of losing your life’s passion is something we all have experienced. But the positive outcome just rounded out this song.
    The whole album is a nice ride through many genres. It is nice to have such variety all in one album. I gave 7 a 10 because I really feel this group does a lot when it comes to trying new sounds. I love open minded artists who aren’t afraid to give a variety of sounds. I didn’t need English for the music to move me. I felt it from the top of my soul to the bottom. This is what music is supposed to do. They hit the bullseye as an artist. Thank you for such a lovely gift.    … Expand
  47. Vimto1066
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Not a single song on the album sounds the same. The album is fresh, genre-bending at its finest and showcases BTS at their best.
  48. inamikrokosmos
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Such a great album from start to finish, the quality of each song is so high and reading lyric translations only improves the overall feel of the album. Love it so much!
  49. Ellie_Farrar
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece truly. From Intro: Persona to Outro: Ego, Map of the Soul: 7 weaves the tale of seven young men who are trying to find the balance between their public personas and themselves, using Jungian psychology to do so. Interlude: Shadow is a highlight where SUGA (Min Yoongi) talks about reaching these high levels of fame, but how truly lonely it is at the top. This is followed byA masterpiece truly. From Intro: Persona to Outro: Ego, Map of the Soul: 7 weaves the tale of seven young men who are trying to find the balance between their public personas and themselves, using Jungian psychology to do so. Interlude: Shadow is a highlight where SUGA (Min Yoongi) talks about reaching these high levels of fame, but how truly lonely it is at the top. This is followed by Black Swan. In this song, the group talks about their fear of losing their passion for their art. I cannot say enough about this album.… Expand
  50. n1k1
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Really great album. Sends a awesome positive message to today’s youth. The lyrics are encouraging and meaningful! This motivates me to try harder. I definitely recommend this album to anyone!!
  51. Tia2633
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece! The level of thought and attention to detail from the album cover to the last track is jaw dropping. The lyricism is unbelievable, they aren't just surface level but explore deep and complex themes that many of us face in our daily lives. One of my favourite tracks is Black Swan which explores how an artist dies their first death when they loose their passionThis album is a masterpiece! The level of thought and attention to detail from the album cover to the last track is jaw dropping. The lyricism is unbelievable, they aren't just surface level but explore deep and complex themes that many of us face in our daily lives. One of my favourite tracks is Black Swan which explores how an artist dies their first death when they loose their passion for their craft, a fear which the group has discussed often. There is also a beautiful MV that accompanies this track that showcases the members amazing dance skills. The album also features tracks like ON which commemorates the 7 members, 7 years together discussing their past and present. The whole album showcases amazing parallelism between their past work and present selves. A another favourite of mine is We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal, a track that for me sums up the 7 years of the group and their fans, ARMY. There is also an emotional animated MV to accompany the track, released during their 7th anniversary celebrations (Festa) which will have the tears flowing. Don't even get me started on Connect BTS, a free global exhibition funded by the members, with the aim to bring art of artist around the world to a different audience. If this doesn't show you how much this group value their craft then I don't know what will. I could talk endlessly about this album and the artistry of this group but this is a masterpiece that one needs to explore for themselves.… Expand
  52. rcestabillo
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 is one of the BEST albums of BTS so far! This album showed the different range in music that BTS can compose, produce & perform. As always, BTS leaves positive message to their fans thru their music. MVs are very artistic like in Black Swan. I've never given attention to BTS's music before & i regret it that it's only this year that i get to appreciate them & their music.
  53. PatriciaYs
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This album is one the best if not the best albums released. It contains their versatility as a group and as individuals. How they can switch from different genres and incorporate various genres into one song. Their message is what attracts a lot of people and how they talk about issues relevant to this day in their music is just beautiful.
  54. btsrunpop
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of an album. Each track is completely different both lyrically and musically to the other and BTS manage to blend it together perfectly to tell their own story - especially the solo tracks that are self-reflective of the group's individual feelings and music tastes. All of these different narratives (and international artistic displays, courtesy of CONNECT BTS) combineA masterpiece of an album. Each track is completely different both lyrically and musically to the other and BTS manage to blend it together perfectly to tell their own story - especially the solo tracks that are self-reflective of the group's individual feelings and music tastes. All of these different narratives (and international artistic displays, courtesy of CONNECT BTS) combine together to show the map of BTS's soul over the last seven years of their career, giving the album title "7" much more meaning than casual listeners would expect.… Expand
  55. MusicKai96
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    One of the BEST albums released in 2020! The production of these songs are out of this world. Truly incredible. BTS never fail to give us an album that has a mixture of different genres and they work each of the genre in this album so beautifully. Ive never seen another artist do this. The fact that they are not afraid to play around with different genres but yet make them work so wellOne of the BEST albums released in 2020! The production of these songs are out of this world. Truly incredible. BTS never fail to give us an album that has a mixture of different genres and they work each of the genre in this album so beautifully. Ive never seen another artist do this. The fact that they are not afraid to play around with different genres but yet make them work so well with their theme and artwork is truly BEAUTIFUL. The meaning behind these songs are so meaningful, inspiring, and truly beautiful. And their lyrics have such beautiful messages of hope especially for our youth but it does not only apply to our youth, the meanings behind every song this group creates through their lyrics transcends age. No matter how old you are you can totally relate to it. Every song in this album is incredible. The rappers and vocalists in this group is truly INCREDIBLE AND MINDBLOWING. Its truly incredible that they used this era to connect to different types of art through CONNECT BTS. You can tell how much BTS loves and appreciates all kinds of artwork and it was such a unique and never before seen way to connect ARMY and listeners to different incredible artists. Truly incredible. Thank you BTS for producing another masterpiece of an album! And i totally recommend everyone to check it out.… Expand
  56. kxa045
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album that expresses the growth and journey the seven members have gone through over the past seven years. A mix of multiple genres to fit anyones style of music.
  57. jehana
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    It is a well crafted album, every song has its own flavour and touches on each members personality. Very meaningful lyrics
  58. JOJIMD
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    A very cohesive and well-produced album. The song sepections were superb. I personally live the song Black Swan from this album it talked about the artist's love for music and his fear that one day that love will disappear. This is a really amazing album.
  59. KendraJen
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing. The lyrics, the beat, the vocals/rap are all on point! Can't wait for their next album… Expand
  60. fabrizziomatt89
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
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  61. Hiroshiii
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    BTS proving themselves once more, showing their power and how powerful they can be when 7. A album that show how much they grew but still keeping that beautiful essence of the youth and love for music.
  62. Marifer
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    It is art in all its splendor, each of its songs transmits different feelings to you and at the same time they tell you their own story that is simply magnificent
  63. dionyshadows
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    this album has everything i like in music: a wide range of great songs (bts members versatility is unmatched) and great self-written lyricism. this album kept my attention from start to end, no skips at all ! one of my favorite (if not my favorite) albums of 2020 !
  64. Powerssss
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es arte, muestra los sentimientos de nuestros chicos luego de 7 años de carrera, tiene canciones que te llegan al alma.
    En fin, MOTS AOTY.
  65. RachelR
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    Even if ON is the title song, Black Swan is the most amazing one I have ever heard, the orchestra version is out of this world. There are some good surprised here, like Moon and We are Bulletproof.
  66. Alteraa
    Oct 2, 2020
    2
    This album was ok...I’m not going to blindly praise this album like other fellow ARMYs but I like a half the album but there was some songs that just was really my fitting.
  67. Izabellesilva
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    I feel them on this album. looking forward to the next because it is totally thought and produced by them it will BE really incredible
  68. Zarinaaa
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Best album! Muy variado y todas las canciones son buenas, con unas letras hermosas.
  69. Jared98
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    As good as always. BTS shares this amazing and meaningfull album with the world. Fans and listeners have gotten a masterpiece with this album.
  70. Musicfann
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i truly felt so happy hearing this album. The lyrics and vocals and rap this album provides is simply amazing. I enjoyed the stories told through black swan and each of the members's solos. A different persona with a different pov of life with a different problem and solution. It was simply refreshing. I also gotta say that i'm in love with the lyrics behind respect and ugh. Not to mention zero o'clock always makes me sad and happy at the same time it's amazing. So far honestly honestly unbiasedly 10/10. Totally recommended when you're happy,sad,angry,lost,disappointed. It's one of my top 3 albums of 2020… Expand
  71. cinnamon99
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    El álbum es excelente, variado y entretenido. Mis pistas favoritas son Black Swan, Intro: Shadow y My Tyme.
  72. enyolar
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    every song is beautiful like a title. it was a meaningful gripping album. messages are very nice
  73. Saabirahjeelani
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing AMAZING ALBUM. There are literally no skips in this one. The packaging is awesome too.
  74. isssfgvh
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum completo, com qualidade, com letras coerentes e significativas, todas a músicas são boas, a capa é perfeita, tudo tá perfeito.… Expand
  75. SlavaStunin
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    The fourth studio album of the Korean boy band became the best in the band's career. Perfectly selected songs under a single semantic focus of the collection. Excellent melody and depth of lyrics. English-speaking critics sometimes find it difficult to understand the message's meaning. But it is very strong and engages millions of people around the world in thinking. 10 out of 10.
  76. iamjustsomeonen
    Sep 27, 2020
    0
    honestly, this is **** i'm not coming from a xenofobic place, i just couldn't enjoy it at all. bad lyrics, too much autotune, i don't get how the critics could give this 100. i started listening this with an open mind, really trying to find something good to get out of this, but i really wasn't able to. bts fans brag about they paving the way that was actually paved by korean acts such ashonestly, this is **** i'm not coming from a xenofobic place, i just couldn't enjoy it at all. bad lyrics, too much autotune, i don't get how the critics could give this 100. i started listening this with an open mind, really trying to find something good to get out of this, but i really wasn't able to. bts fans brag about they paving the way that was actually paved by korean acts such as psy that had some originality and something new to bring to the table. this sounds very much like any rookie kpop group album that i could search for randomly on youtube. **** **** ****… Expand
  77. MsBangtan
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un excelente álbum, toda su estructura tiene conexión con álbumes pasados y a través de la literatura se puede entender mejor su profundidad… Expand
  78. Phillore
    Sep 9, 2020
    0
    It can’t be called music!So unbearable!Bts’s fans are trying to ruin the music market by changing the mark and simultaneously buying the album with an inappropriate way
  79. linkzin
    Aug 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect album for A.R.M.Ys, it have many nostalgic things of The albums Map Of The Soul : Persona and 2 Cool 4 Skool. And realy I think it is the best album of BTS in 2020… Expand
  80. vantesul
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    "It is an impressive, exciting and moving album with slick production, accompanied by thought-provoking art (the interpretative dance performance in the “Black Swan” video, the CONNECT BTS art exhibitions), but it is so much more than a shiny pop album. It is a love letter to pain, to the shadows that live within us.
  81. Lun4_6A
    Sep 1, 2020
    1
    Muy básico, nada nuevo, de esperarse, las colaboraciones no lo valen y siendo apenas lo único destacable
  82. Chesh95
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    I love the concept of this album. And the lyrics, they always tell a story. They're very inspiring. I love him.
  83. Nerimar
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum diría que es mi álbum favorito, tiene excelentes canciones para diferentes gustos y las canciones en solitario siento que describen muy bien a cada miembro.
    Puedes sentir el alma de cada integrante en este álbum
  84. Angeldrops
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    The perfect single, the song it's supper addictive!
    It has a retro vibe that is hard to forget~
  85. Killuacam
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    The lyrics are beautiful, the sounds so immersive and magical, all the voices stand out and mix in a complete harmony. No voice is overshadowed by another. The whole album is a masterpiece.
  86. taegguk_
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love this album, is the best of 2020, i like it so much, buy this!!
    In my opinion the best songs are UGH!, Filter, Black Swan and ON.
    BTS world domination.
  87. beatrizdiasf
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Mais um álbum icônico para uma discografia impecável de um grupo icônico
  88. Saucy1911
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum precioso, BTS son muy talentosos, espero que las personas puedan disfrutar este álbum tanto como yo… Expand
  89. sherlyn
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love this album, is one of my favorites.
    All the songs are amazing and the thing that makes this album so cool it’s because the members of BTS wrote they song's. I really like this album.
  90. MarianaLo3ra
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of the world, I really love it, because thes is the most I need to love my Self, really love BTS, they are the best guys I see and I love to hear they music… Expand
  91. Luna-mit
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I love the album, it's the best of this year, I love BTS, all the songs are the best
  92. vanndxrt
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Los chicos han trabajado tan duro en los últimos 7 años, cada uno de sus álbumes son toda una experiencia, no puedo esperar a su comeback en octubre
  93. Meyku
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum, sus canciones son profundas y la calidad de la música es inigualable
  94. Marieth
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encanta.. Uno de los mejores álbumes de " BTS" para no decir el mejor ;)
  95. AR_JP
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    El álbum es puro arte! Gracias su música pude llegar hasta donde estoy ahora. Son un gran ejemplo a seguir.
  96. Emyceleste
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, it has different genres and the songs tell the story of BTS I really like it
  97. CarlaSp
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    Me encantó el álbum, creo que por el tipo de ritmo y combinaciones que tiene puede generar dudas con respecto a su innovación pero la forma en la que se diferencian es única, incluso entre sus propias canciones pueden existir similitudes pero al mismo tiempo diferencias que hacen únicos sus conceptos.
  98. Prissila
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BTS ha ido cambiando de concepto en cada álbum que han sacado, cada uno de ellos con algo nuevo que descubrir, no hay nadie que lo haga como ellos, son verdaderamente originales, sus canciones son muy inspiradoras y conmovedoras, definitivamente el mejor álbum del año.… Expand
  99. Leonora2
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    HERMOSO ÁLBUM PERFECTO 100000/10. Vale toda la pena del mundo. BTS como siempre haciendo un increíble trabajo. Ojalá que los otros fandoms se den cuenta del daño que ocasionan al venir a comparar a sus grupos con otros y denigrar. Dejen de pensar en sus tontas peleas y piensen en el daño que le hacen a sus artistas. BTS GRANDE Y EXITOSO COMO SIEMPRE.
  100. Catalina200406
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un album muy completo!! Es palpable el como BTS esta probando nuevos horizontes y experimentando, así que si valoras la experimentación de los artistas en su arte te encantará.
    Además de que podrás encontrar una canción que se ajuste a cualquier estado anímico, les recomiendo mucho la canción Ugh!! Una joya total!! Aprovecho de recomendarles su nuevo single Dynamite y que estén a la espera de su nuevo álbum.    … Expand
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#5 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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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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