Face [EP]
by Jimin
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Mar 24, 2023
User Score
9.6

Universal acclaim- based on 1141 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,094 out of 1141
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 1141
  3. Negative: 29 out of 1141
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  1. Maribon96
    Apr 19, 2023
    10
    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.
    I loved the use of the auto tune in set me free pt 2
    like crazy is a bop and the whole ep is done really well
  2. Neith
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Face is an amazing album, my only complain is that i wish Face Off also had an MV, that song is amazing!
  3. Mimicu2-
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    This album is a beautiful taster. While it is short it showcases the undeniable talent Jimin has. Incredible vocals, meaningful lyrics, etc. Like Crazy is a song I wish I could listen to on the radio but alas radio is too out of the loop and outdated to accept what people like.
  4. AliceS
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Jimin's first solo album FACE takes you on a journey of emotions as he tells a story of his pains and struggles during the last few years; but in the end with the song "Set Me Free pt 2" he battles through all the hate and negativity around him and overcomes it all.
  5. Mhl319
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best debut album. No skips in this album, sonically and lyrically. Set me Free pt 2 is an auditory experience with tasteful sprinkling of autotune. If you watch the mv the performance is mind blowing. It really is a song that needs that visual experience on top of auditory. Like crazy the title track is a nostalgic synth dance track that is so catchy and hypnotizining. My other favorite track is Alone, jimin's angelic and haunting vocals… Expand
  6. 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 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 mightFace 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
  7. fawneverson123
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Love the album, if you listen to it from an unbiased perspective (no thoughts fueled by senseless fanwars) then you might love it also.
  8. brubs04
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The best album I've heard so far this year, every track complements each other, and we can feel the sentiments jimin tried to express on his songs, really love it
  9. Drovers
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This album took me completely off gaurd in the best way possible. Like crazy is a garenteed summer hit that will linger for years to come. Face off is my personal favorite.
  10. Gayu
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Like crazy is soooo addictive
  11. reje
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    It's a very honest and raw album, a lot of introspection from Jimin and an amazing introduction to his solo music!
  12. laisfr
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    Jimin did an amazing job, although it is a short album, it had a beginning, middle and end, the lyrics are deep and he showed his vocal power in addition to showing his rap, Jimin's voice is very unique, I listen to the album all the time full day and without skipping a track
  13. Romi32
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Jimin’s solo is definitely my favorite among all the BTS members. I was pleasantly surprised, Like crazy is actually a really good song. Usually when BTS sings in English it’s very…. Sesame Street-esque…. but this was actually a really good introspective album Face off set a beautiful tone to the album and I liked how he kept the subject matter of songs the same even if the genre wasJimin’s solo is definitely my favorite among all the BTS members. I was pleasantly surprised, Like crazy is actually a really good song. Usually when BTS sings in English it’s very…. Sesame Street-esque…. but this was actually a really good introspective album Face off set a beautiful tone to the album and I liked how he kept the subject matter of songs the same even if the genre was different, Face off is the the runner up for me after Like Crazy.… Expand
  14. Hudie
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I’m in love with “Like Crazy” is so perfect for every thinkable situation, but “Face Off”, OMG don’t sleep on that one, it’s beautiful. “Alone” has a distinct experience when you listen to it too. AND of course, “Set Me Free” what an anthem, I wish everyone could listen to it. It’s a game changer. Jimin’s vocals, raw, anger, desperation, FREEDOM all combined in the uniquely tone only JiminI’m in love with “Like Crazy” is so perfect for every thinkable situation, but “Face Off”, OMG don’t sleep on that one, it’s beautiful. “Alone” has a distinct experience when you listen to it too. AND of course, “Set Me Free” what an anthem, I wish everyone could listen to it. It’s a game changer. Jimin’s vocals, raw, anger, desperation, FREEDOM all combined in the uniquely tone only Jimin can deliver. If I could give it 100 stars I would. For it to be his first album, he went above & beyond. WELL DONE JIMIN!… Expand
  15. louis_19
    Apr 25, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The whole album is like a roller coaster of emotions and stories detailing inner personal battles of JIMIN as an individual artist navigating the ways of being a solo artist outside the realm of being inside of a highly acclaimed group BTS. Favorite tracks: Face-off, Like Crazy, Set Me Free Pt.2… Expand
  16. JoyR
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    Face es un álbum que nos lleva desde los rincones más escondidos hacia el autodescubrimiento y la liberación hasta la alegria que produce la autoaceptacion, Jimin captura todo eso para mí.
  17. Lizsato
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This is my favorite album. Only downside is I wanted to hear more, but even though it’s short, all 4 songs are amazing in their own very different ways.
  18. Decadent
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Every single song is a work of art to me. Jimin worked hart on it and it shows, I enjoy the themes, lyrics, the melodies and how the ep tells his story. Also, congratulations for the n 1 on the hot 100!
  19. vangasse
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jimin is a pure artist and FACE reveal us a new side of his artistic skills!! FACE is everything we need this year, is the best album of the year!!
  20. 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
  21. hithisisme
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    There's truly no need for an album review when you could listen to it for yourself. Face is a masterpiece. Listen to it, and you'll know. Jimin's voice is one of the most unique and captivating voices I've heard. My favorite song on this album is: Alone. PS: buying artists' music should be the norm if you'd like your artist to keep making art. So, pick up a cd while you're at it. ;)
  22. Memmm
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I have always loved Jimin’s distinctive voice and the emotionality he brings to BTS songs, but I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from his debut solo album. I was absolutely surprised and blown away by FACE. He presents a complete narrative arc detailing the confusion and self-doubt brought on by the pandemic, an emotional journey so many of us can relate to. The retro 80s synth vibes echoI have always loved Jimin’s distinctive voice and the emotionality he brings to BTS songs, but I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from his debut solo album. I was absolutely surprised and blown away by FACE. He presents a complete narrative arc detailing the confusion and self-doubt brought on by the pandemic, an emotional journey so many of us can relate to. The retro 80s synth vibes echo so much of the music I loved growing up, laced with the hip hop undertones that ground the vast BTS discography. I love the glittery escapism of title track Like Crazy, but my favorite song is Alone. Jimin shows himself at his most vulnerable on Alone, voice raw and full of weariness, an artist not afraid to peel back the layers of stardom to the human Park Jimin.… Expand
  23. Breannalynn
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Fantastic album they took their time with this ,so much thought was put into it. listening all the way through is an experience.
  24. vanGogh95
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jimins first ever solo album is refreshing. His distinct voice added color to a storytelling of his personal struggles and realizations. Even if one will not bother learning the lyrics and understanding the prose of his artistry, still, one will not find it hard to enjoy the album tracks. They are a bop.
  25. Febriany
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    It's perfect! The album describes Jimin's journey as a singer for the past 10 years, the struggle, the celebration of life
  26. crist123
    Apr 13, 2023
    10
    The album was perfect, the only down side is too short. I love Like Crazy, it keeps growing in me everytime I listen to it. Well done Park Jimin of BTS.
  27. J_LO
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Amazing album!
    Although the lyrics are sad but I love the songs! especially Like crazy and Alone
  28. jayaaaddya
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You will feel so many emotion jimin face in this album; from face off to letter album contain all you expect him… Expand
  29. teriechen
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Intriguing and hypnotic listen from start to end. The sound engineering is tight and Jimin's vocals were delicious in the sense that no other singer could have sang on these songs instead to this effect. The journey of Jimin processing his emotions (felt during the pandemic) from the first song up till his victorious release by the end of the album was satisfying. Anger, hatred,Intriguing and hypnotic listen from start to end. The sound engineering is tight and Jimin's vocals were delicious in the sense that no other singer could have sang on these songs instead to this effect. The journey of Jimin processing his emotions (felt during the pandemic) from the first song up till his victorious release by the end of the album was satisfying. Anger, hatred, helplessness, loss, acceptance, coming to terms, you can find everything in here… Expand
  30. Anggita1988
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    I really really love this debut solo album by Jimine of BTS!! Yep, it’s an EP with just 6 tracks + 1 hidden track ONLY in physical formats, but all tracks telling a whole story about what Jiminie had been through during pandemic a few years ago, his frustration, his disappointment, his resolution to break free, and his gratitude toward his one and only ARMYs. Please listen to this albumI really really love this debut solo album by Jimine of BTS!! Yep, it’s an EP with just 6 tracks + 1 hidden track ONLY in physical formats, but all tracks telling a whole story about what Jiminie had been through during pandemic a few years ago, his frustration, his disappointment, his resolution to break free, and his gratitude toward his one and only ARMYs. Please listen to this album from top to bottom, read the lyrics carefully, enjoy it wholeheartedly :)… Expand
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84

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. 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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  2. 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.
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  3. 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.
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