• Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Jul 15, 2022
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  1. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    you HAVE to listen this masterpiece! The story telling by the songs is so beautiful. Jung Ho-seok is the real artist
  2. Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Amazing rock/r&b/grunge k-hip hop record - j-hope emerges as a global superstar artist and supreme musical storyteller. For me, the best record globally of the last 3 years (at least). Can’t wait for more of his music soon!
  3. Apr 22, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una obra maestra! contiene su esencia, su alma y pasión. Espero que mas gente descubra esta joya! Expand
  4. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    What a great album. the songs are perfect. J-hope is always perfect. An album that can't be missed. Very perfect
  5. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Genius album. Solid old school hip hop beats with thought provoking lyrics and j-hope’s distinctive raspy vocals. Will go down as a classic.
  6. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Es un álbum muy completo, ame todo el proceso me encanta tanto, lo escucho todo los días!
  7. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This album is truly a masterpiece. J-Hope opens up another side of himself to us. Darker with meaningful songs, where he portrays his feelings through his music so accurately. He’s not only a rapper but also a wonderful singer with gifted vocals, a producer and song writer. Each one of his tracks has history, from Equal Sign to More or Arson, among the most popular ones. It’s pure rawThis album is truly a masterpiece. J-Hope opens up another side of himself to us. Darker with meaningful songs, where he portrays his feelings through his music so accurately. He’s not only a rapper but also a wonderful singer with gifted vocals, a producer and song writer. Each one of his tracks has history, from Equal Sign to More or Arson, among the most popular ones. It’s pure raw talent. Hobi poured his soul into Jack in the Box, and we can feel his sincerity and authenticity while listening to it. J-Hope is an genuine artist, and needs to be acknowledged MORE. Expand
  8. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    the album tells a history from the beginning to the end, so good, jhope aprensent a new side and this his a brilliant site of him
  9. Jul 22, 2022
    7
    I don't understand why this album doesn't seem to be charting on Apple Music's South Korean Daily Top 100. On the Wikipedia article for this LP -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_in_the_Box_(album) -- the only chart statistics provided are:
    Japanese Digital Albums (Oricon) 1
    Japanese Hot Albums (Billboard Japan) 11 Why is it only charting in Japan? There must be some reason,
    I don't understand why this album doesn't seem to be charting on Apple Music's South Korean Daily Top 100. On the Wikipedia article for this LP -- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_in_the_Box_(album) -- the only chart statistics provided are:
    Japanese Digital Albums (Oricon) 1
    Japanese Hot Albums (Billboard Japan) 11
    Why is it only charting in Japan? There must be some reason, as there doesn't seem to be anything wrong with the album itself. Admittedly, I have only listened to the lead single, "More", and as a music video. I probably wouldn't be interested in listening to this song if it was only in audio, which also explains why I haven't bothered to listen to the rest of the album. But I do like both the sound of "More" and the music video, and am happy for it to be part of my Recently Added Smart Playlist on my Apple Music, that being the main playlist that I listen to.
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  10. Apr 23, 2023
    10
    It sure is something that was well worked on, it was amazing, congratulations Hobi
  11. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I loved "Jack in the Box". The album is very cohesive and tells a story.
    Also, the songs are amazing and with important lyrics.
  12. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an excellent album, packed full of musical creativity. Album of 2022 Expand
  13. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The music are healing for me, thank u for your beautiful album jhope i'm so happy listening this album Expand
  14. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely not the sound i was expecting given his first mixtape but from beginning to end it all links and weaves together. My favorite off the album is Arson and Equal Sign Expand
  15. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é maravilhoso trás uma sensação de um abraço de urso, hoseok fez uma obra perfeita Expand
  16. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Letras maravilhosas, um álbum inovador, Hoseok provando o enorme talento que tem.
  17. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Amazing album! The old school hip-hop spund is what I've been waiting for from BTS and the members and j-hope absolutely delivered!
  18. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    just perfect, I love the lyrics, especially equal sign, my favorite! A song everyone should hear, jhope is too precious!
  19. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i love this album, hoseok you are THE BEST
    he put all of hisself in this masterpiece, he deserves just love and care
    i’m so proud of him
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  20. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I love Hobi's new sound! Looking forward to more solo work untill 0T7 returns
  21. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I don't even know where to start! J-hope omg you're such a legend. This album is so raw and is such a masterpiece that I had to sit down for a while to take everything in. This is a whole different side of him and I'm absolutely in love with it. Do listen to the album in sequence and you're up for a whole ride!
  22. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Esse álbum é ótimo. Me encantei na primeira vez que ouvi e sem falar nos mvs que são muito bem feitos. Jhope sempre presta atenção nos mínimos detalhes e entrega tudo.
  23. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Eu amo esse álbum, Jhope conseguiu mostrar um outro lado com muita perfeição, Jitb é uma obra de arte que deve ser apreciada.
  24. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    One of j-hope's best musical creations. The album reflects all his creativity and versatility in music and especially in rap and hip-hop.
  25. May 28, 2023
    10
    Beautiful album, written by jhope, expresses his inner self, he made a fantastic job, was in charge of production of this album
  26. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is amazing, the sequence, the history, jhope did it!! he is the best, truly an artist!!
  27. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album shows J-Hope's growth as an artist.
    Listening to it in order, you get a full tale.
  28. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box is an AMAZING album I'm loving it so much can't stop streaming, equal sign is on another level
  29. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Incredible album! J-Hope is such a versatile artist. My favourite track is What If, I highly recommend listening!
  30. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    this album is a work of art, from the instrumentals to the compositions and knowing that he produced and wrote them is something so impressive because you don't really need to stop to see the credits because jhope is everywhere and the transitions between songs? PURE GOLD
  31. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Album travaillé, très personnel et qui révèle tout le talent de créateurs de JHope. Merci !
  32. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Une masterpiece. Jack est sorti de sa boîte, Hope est là et bien là. Let's burn. Expand
  33. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box is such an incredible masterpiece created by J-Hope. From the concept, to the production, melody, lyrics, rap everything is so perfectly executed. HOBI outdid himself with this album. it is recommended to listen to the Album from top to bottom in a row to experience the amazing story telling. Hobi is a mastermind, a genius. I love all the tracks on JITB but my top favoritesJack in the box is such an incredible masterpiece created by J-Hope. From the concept, to the production, melody, lyrics, rap everything is so perfectly executed. HOBI outdid himself with this album. it is recommended to listen to the Album from top to bottom in a row to experience the amazing story telling. Hobi is a mastermind, a genius. I love all the tracks on JITB but my top favorites are Arson, Equal Sign, Future and Safety Zone. Expand
  34. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I never heard so fine like this album. The tracks are amazing. I want physical! Expand
  35. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Great album with auch great energy that it makes you wanna just dance. This album had such great concept of hope. Huge applause to J-hope for making such masterpiece
  36. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Great album!!! The growth of his artistry is very evident in this album as he routed in a different direction from his previous mixtapes, and for that I totally respect him. He's an incredible artist
  37. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    An incredible album by JHOPE, the style vas very unexpected , but amazing. = (Equal Sign) it's such a beautiful song, his vocals are so beautiful. JHOPE is an artist to another level.
  38. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    such a different style than I'm used to from him. So you can see that he has talent in various styles.
  39. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The unexpected twist from Hope world to Jack in the box. I wasn't ready for this amazing album. Brilliant overall. Listening from weverse album even mind-blowing. The sound quality another whole new level.
  40. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In an era where music is driven mostly by meaningless lyrics & few seconds of catchy tunes on TIK-TOK, Jhope went out of his way and made this cool album. He should be proud of himself in my opinion. Also his discography is one of a kind. He is heavily influenced by 90s hip-hop & it reflects in his music. I loved it totally, Equal sign, Future, Arson are my claims ❤️ Expand
  41. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    unique and innovative album, Jihope explored a side never seen before, only real artists could do that and he did.
  42. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I LOVE this album! All I can think of is this guy is a musical genius. His energy is unreal, he was just born for it! As a fan, I am very grateful that they proposed him to do this work of art! Congratulations!
  43. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Legendary album , it make you experience what you feel when you're at the box of the community , and teaches you so much , it made mind glow up to me , and new kind of JHope , so proud
  44. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This is pure art. Jhope has worked hard and deftly on every single detail of this album, every track on the album fits together perfectly and has deep meaning.
  45. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. He’s came out with different sounds and genre, concept and stories. You can truly understand his journey, passion, concerns, and the barriers he faced started from an underground artist into a top-level artist through this album. He's not running for only fame and popularity but he is very passionate about his dream and curiosity about the real-world acceptance and rejection. The lyricism of all the songs in this album is just a masterpiece that can be happen with a true artist who put 100% of their Expand
  46. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is a masterpiece
  47. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Esse álbum traz consigo a essência do J-hope ou melhor Jay. Como não se surpreender com More, o refrão é surpreendente e forte .
  48. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Hobi did amazing, im so proud of him the album so his feelings and thoughts so well
  49. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um dos melhores álbuns que já ouvi, uma obra de arte. Tudo que o Hobi faz é maravilhoso. Expand
  50. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Its such an amazing album it tells a story from beginning to end I love Equal Signs the most
  51. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in the Box deserves every ounce of the critical acclaim it has received. Hobi weaves a story through each track in a way that few artists do these days. This album is meant to be listened to as a complete work. I highly recommend.
  52. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    A new sound by one of the members from BTS. Very well balanced and perfect lyrics.
  53. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It still amazes me how beautiful this album is, the songs each one of them is beautiful, the storytelling is captivating, the beat, the rhythm the lyricism, such a beautiful masterpiece love it so much. Expand
  54. May 27, 2023
    10
    como una persona que ama el rap y hip-hop recomiendo este álbum está muy bueno se nota cuando un artista esta involucrado en su música nunca pensé que sería tan talentoso, me encanto todas las canciones pero me atrapo más ´´more´´ por lo rara que es, es impresionante.
  55. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album shows a different side of J-hope and conveys his raw feelings. I love it
  56. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jack in the Box offers a unique sound and layering of genres that is just a cool as JHope himself. Each track makes you want MORE! Expand
  57. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    The best album of years! I love so much J-hope, all of that you makes is amazing!!
  58. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I N C R E I B L E!
    JIDB es una EXPLORACIÓN inexplorada de lo que conocíamos como Jhope. En este álbum nos presenta más de su alterEGO y es que en Jack In The Box nos deja ver cómo en él al igual que todo ser humano existe nuestra caja de Pandora y que el no es todo el tiempo la energía positiva, si no que también siente y pasa por momentos de incertidumbre en donde quieres quemar TODO pero
    I N C R E I B L E!
    JIDB es una EXPLORACIÓN inexplorada de lo que conocíamos como Jhope. En este álbum nos presenta más de su alterEGO y es que en Jack In The Box nos deja ver cómo en él al igual que todo ser humano existe nuestra caja de Pandora y que el no es todo el tiempo la energía positiva, si no que también siente y pasa por momentos de incertidumbre en donde quieres quemar TODO pero que aún así, como con la caja de Pandora, queda por dentro la esperanza.
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  59. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    esse álbum é simplesmente uma obra de arte, haters vão cuidar das suas vidas e deixem o hobi em paz
  60. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in The Box is such a magnific album, I aprecciate all the effort that J-Hope has put in it. Love it
  61. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing, J-Hope is an amazing artist! All the songs are wonderful, the composition of the album is magnificent. I am completely in love with Jack On The Box. Expand
  62. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    despite haters as committed as fans taking the time to come here and give the album a bad rating, with the clear annoyance of those who know that their favorites are far below j-hope, the Jack in the box album clearly has the quality that makes fans proud of his work as an artist, and haters crazed with the bar set high.

    todo o trabalho desse álbum tá perfeito incluindo os conceitos. o
    despite haters as committed as fans taking the time to come here and give the album a bad rating, with the clear annoyance of those who know that their favorites are far below j-hope, the Jack in the box album clearly has the quality that makes fans proud of his work as an artist, and haters crazed with the bar set high.

    todo o trabalho desse álbum tá perfeito incluindo os conceitos. o j-hope participou de todos os detalhes da criação e expôs de forma incrível esse lado dele que ele pretendia mostrar. jack in the box está lindo !!
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  63. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    J-HOPE ENTREGANDO MAIS UM TRABALHO IMPECÁVEL!!! Estaremos lhe aguardando pelo tempo que for, ansiosa pela sua nova jornada! Obrigada por este álbum, obrigada por ser esse artista incrível. Amamos vocês!!
  64. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jhope took a chance to suprise us with totally unexpected direction of his album that deliver powerful rocker era Jhope.
    My fav track is equal sign..its so beautifully done
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  65. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is one of the best albums I've ever heard, I was impressed with the quality of the songs
  66. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. simplesmente um dos melhores álbuns lançados nos últimos tempos, conta toda uma história do início ao fim e é muito versátil. com certeza um excelente cartão de visitas para conhecerem quem é Jay, J-HOPE e principalmente Jung Hoseok Expand
  67. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    JIB is an album that delivers amazing visuals and photographs, Hoseok addressed his origins and delivered amazing songs where he talks about different subjects, it's worth listening carefully and enjoying
  68. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente Álbum , lleno de talento y escencia De un artista completo, Jung Hoseok demostrando el gran artista que es , estoy orgullosa de el Expand
  69. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Esse álbum é uma obra de arte pura. O hoseok se reinventou e mostrou um outro lado dele evidenciando o artista incrível e completo que ele é. Álbum perfeito!!
  70. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I love this album so much, I still listen to it and it surprises me like the first time. Completely in love with equal sign and safety zone, but what if and Arson too. Cohesive and amazing album
  71. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all thank you Jhope for this amazing album!!!
    You got out of your comfort zone and experienced new rythms and music genres and concept in it.
    Such a lyrically and rythmically amazing album.
    You told us a story in Jack in the box.
    Every song complete the one before.
    Every verse of each song give us a flashback of the other one.
    Love how smart you did Jack in the box album!!!!
    Literally every verse is every song is my favorite!!!
    You are THE ACE for real!!!!!
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  72. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is so amazing!! all the songs are so amazing, well produced and well written! made by a true artist Expand
  73. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Música muito viciante de escutar com críticas bem elaboradas e fácil a compreensão. Facilmente pode fazer alguém ter bom humor para seu dia.
  74. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Ótimas músicas, que mostram um lado do J-Hope nunca visto antes. Jack in the Box é um bom presságio para a nova etapa das carreiras dos membros do BTS.
  75. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is a masterpiece, the songs, production, the visual, everything about this album is great and I loved it so much
  76. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jack in Box is a wonderful album in every way. This album involves us in J-Hope's journey of discovering his own artistic side, showing his own colors. He also brings references to his Hip Hop roots in a beautiful and respectful way. I appreciate this artistic and meticulous side of J-Hope so much . This album deserves all the love in the world.
  77. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Jhope como sempre fazendo um ótimo trabalho e entregando tudo sou apaixonada pelo álbum do meu sol
  78. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Amazing album
    Amazing artist
    Is perfect!

    it contains the soul of the artist and gives us a realistic perspective of maturity.
    I enjoyed it a lot and I think it's the best album I've ever heard
    I loved it
  79. Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really love this album hobi really showed us who he really is ,he put his blood and sweat into this Expand
  80. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Absolutely amazing from beginning to end, it's incredible how every track connect with each other. J-hope did an incredible job.
  81. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album tells a beautiful story from top to bottom! I'm so glad Hobi was willing to share this side of himself with us.
  82. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. A cohesive sonic story with a satisfying structure. Interesting a d come but still very listenable.
  83. Jul 16, 2022
    10
    Never in my life have I heard such amazing tracks in one album. Just…wow.. it has been on repeat since it’s release
  84. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanta este álbum, todas las canciones tienen su propio encanto ♡

    Equal Sign es mi favorita sin duda, el ritmo combinado con la letra que habla de ser mejores personas, de mirar un lado diferente y no odiar nuestras diferencias :')
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  85. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    One of the most creative outputs from an outstanding performer! Jhope has, time and again, successfully retained our attention to his sincere messages and vision of himself and this album does exactly that. Hats off to his talent and skills!
  86. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    such a master piece.. completely different from his previous mix tapes.. which cemented his position as the chameleon who can do it all. and who can do it all in such a stellar way!! way to gooo J HOPE!
  87. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    a great album. concept and lyrics are incredibly creative and inspiring! jhope, you did your thing.
  88. Dec 5, 2022
    10
    With his first official solo album, J-hope reestablished himself as one of todays greatest Korean songwriters. Whole album is well though through, creative, cohesive and brilliant. His storytelling skill combined with old-school hip-hop beats created a masterpiece that is yet to be matched by other Korean solo releases.
  89. Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Un álbum excelente! El artista te transporta a su mundo, sus canciones tienen una lírica realmente bella!
  90. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jack In the Box from JHope is a much different side to the artist we call Sunshine. Have totally enjoyed all songs created by Jhope for this album. I call it an intelligent album from the first song to last. My favorite is Equal Sign with its messsge. If you have not listened to it yet, it truly deserves listen time. Expand
  91. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Most exciting album for 2022.. BTS's J-hope really a versatile artist.. His music is no joke!
  92. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum excelente que logra hacer que te puedas identificar con una de sus canciones, en lo personal Safety Zone y Arson son lo mejor del álbum, pero en cuanto a lírica, What If logra llevarte a unos minutos de reflexión.

    Este álbum logra que nos demos cuenta que la industria aún tiene raperos, letristas y compositores que valen la pena.
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  93. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ouço o "jack in the box" todos os dias, o Hoseok é um artista maravilhoso e eu tenho muito orgulho de ser fã desse homen incrível, te amo hobi, estaremos esperando por você! ❤ Expand
  94. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Easily one of the best albums of the year. Not only the production but also the lyrics and the meaning take you through a magnificent and interesting journey.
    Sounds that anyone can listen to and feel good about, the main pieces MORE and Arson are absolutely perfect if it's about superficial introduction but already inside you realize that it's just the beginning of what I would describe as a sublime work.
    J-hope has given us so much of himself on this album that could not have been perceived in any other way than Hope and Brilliance.
    Absolutely magnificent!
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  95. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    the best album ever made , An album made with true feelings and full of stories
  96. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    His music style is very unique. This album is a masterpiece and the meaning behind it really attracted me. Keep going j hope you are great
  97. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This was one of the best albums of 2022, by far. The concept of the album is brilliant and of course the content. So impressive, the songs and the lyrics, they are amazing. My favourite songs are: Pandora's Box, Equal Sign , Future and Arson. If you like a good old school rap with a bit of R & B, this is your album. And if you want to watch a performance of Jack in The box songs IThis was one of the best albums of 2022, by far. The concept of the album is brilliant and of course the content. So impressive, the songs and the lyrics, they are amazing. My favourite songs are: Pandora's Box, Equal Sign , Future and Arson. If you like a good old school rap with a bit of R & B, this is your album. And if you want to watch a performance of Jack in The box songs I recommend you to check : Jhope at Lollapalloza. That performance was one of the most iconic performances that I have ever seen on a festival. He is brilliant. Expand
  98. Apr 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es gran álbum, todas las canciones son geniales y el mejor material que ha grabado J-Hope con todo su talento. Expand
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87

Universal acclaim - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. 80
    Whether the music on Jack in the Box suits your taste or not, it’s hard to dismiss this album as an artistic statement rather than just chapter 1/7 of BTS proving they can also make money in ways beyond official group releases.
  2. Jul 22, 2022
    80
    The artist born Jung Ho-seok delivers emotional depth and irresistible energy. Backed by rowdy production, his aggression, raspy delivery, and tongue-twisting bars take center stage, showcasing the rap-focused perspective that he brings to the BTS formula.
  3. Jul 15, 2022
    83
    There’s an excellent three track run from “What if…,” an energetic song that samples Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s “Shimmy Shimmy Ya,” into mid-tempo standout “Safety Zone” before a touch of Hope World familiarity returns in the optimistic “Future.”