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Face [EP]
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  • Summary: The debut full-length solo studio release from BTS's Jimin was produced by Evan, Ghstloop, and Pdogg.
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Consequence
    Apr 12, 2023
    83
    Its six tracks wrap all too quickly, and while it was specified that Jimin doesn’t consider this a full-length project, it does leave the listener craving more music in this vein somewhere down the road — it’s worth repeating that the energy of “Face-off” is one that he should consider chasing most of all.
  2. Rolling Stone
    Apr 12, 2023
    80
    While FACE does at times dwell on the existential what-ifs that plague twentysomething men who have the world’s gaze turned squarely toward them, for the most part it’s a compelling showcase of the silky-voiced singer-dancer’s pop strengths.
  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    Apr 12, 2023
    80
    ‘FACE’ might not be flawless but even in its missteps it reflects the turbulence of modern life – and especially of the last few years. If Jimin’s mission on this record was to stretch himself creatively and distil that dissonance in these songs, it’s one he’s accomplished.
  4. AllMusic
    Apr 12, 2023
    80
    Balancing both his vulnerable and fiercely intense sides, he manages to reveal more of himself in 20 minutes than he has to date.
  5. The Quietus
    Apr 13, 2023
    80
    While it’s a short EP, it doesn’t disappoint. If anything, he presents himself as a soloist with an unexpected sound for his high-pitched countertenor voice and very far from those earlier ballads we have heard from him.

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  3. Negative: 7 out of 700
  1. Withyoujm
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    When I first heard Jimin's album, my eyes glazed over. ⁇ The lyrics he wrote were enough to comfort all of us who had suffered aWhen I first heard Jimin's album, my eyes glazed over. ⁇ The lyrics he wrote were enough to comfort all of us who had suffered a pendemic.Jimin's delicate, lyrical, and sometimes exploding crazy sensibilities go beyond kpop and respond from all over the world.,Jimin's beautiful and dreamy vocals and performances are also enough to explain the word perfection in his album.… Expand
  2. V_B_1981
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A perfect Ep. It depict the struggle of Jimin during the pandamic and his lyrics are so good.… Expand
  4. aeddgynvaell
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    Face is an incredible start to Jimin's journey as a solo artist and a very bold release for a first solo EP. Face is a very personal piece ofFace is an incredible start to Jimin's journey as a solo artist and a very bold release for a first solo EP. Face is a very personal piece of work and one thats told cohesively, there's a clear story here and its told beautifully. From the triumphant and anthemic set me free pt 2 to the flowy synths in like crazy, this EP showcased what Jimin can do and gives us a taste of what we might see in the future. The album's only downfall? It's too short, leaves us listeners wanting more. Cannot wait to see whats in the future for Jimin as a soloist.… Expand
  5. lexi09201
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Best album of the year in my book! It had everything from high quality production dabbling in a number of genres to aggressive rap vocals andBest album of the year in my book! It had everything from high quality production dabbling in a number of genres to aggressive rap vocals and heartbreakingly beautiful delicate falsetto. Jimin really explored his vocal range while talking about some very relatable topics for the average person. I recommend it to anyone willing to listen without preconceived notions!… Expand
  6. Nisreen
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great album my personal fav are face-off along with the singles (set me free pt2 , like crazy) it deserves to be a single special mention for like crazy English version it’s so good it doesn’t seem like just a version of a song it’s like an original English song and his pronunciation is great he has improved so much Alone is great song too it has a good vibe not to mention the lyrics are great and sad… Expand
  7. SummerTan
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jimin album is Lit. So worth a listen. When I read the lyrics, I can feel the pain of his journey but at the same time relieved that he hasJimin album is Lit. So worth a listen. When I read the lyrics, I can feel the pain of his journey but at the same time relieved that he has grown so much as an artist through his years of journey. His honey voice is so soothing & he picked the right songs. His dance is wow & out of this world. A very talented artist.… Expand
  8. Gabrielhfr
    Apr 14, 2023
    0
    Um álbum em si,é realmente bom,os instrumentais estão perfeitos, porém,uma coisa que me irrita é a voz do Jimin,não consigo entender porqueUm álbum em si,é realmente bom,os instrumentais estão perfeitos, porém,uma coisa que me irrita é a voz do Jimin,não consigo entender porque ele deixa ela tão aguda quando vai cantar. Isso acaba irritando e tira toda a experiência do álbum, possuem partes das músicas que a voz fica tão aguda que passa a sensação de que o artista força pra cantar naquele tom, e não fica legal de ouvir.… Expand

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