Jack in the Box
by J-Hope
  • Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Jul 15, 2022
User Score
9.7

Universal acclaim- based on 2999 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,906 out of 2999
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 2999
  3. Negative: 59 out of 2999
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  1. Annaarmy
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The best album ever
  2. Zem1980
    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.
  3. Anne-Archist
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. A cohesive sonic story with a satisfying structure. Interesting a d come but still very listenable.
  4. Melobi
    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
  5. Realsetareh
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    such an amazing album
  6. bgshou
    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 :')    … Expand
  7. Jily
    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!
  8. laila_lilac
    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!
  9. 8seokjn
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    a great album. concept and lyrics are incredibly creative and inspiring! jhope, you did your thing.
  10. dorothea18
    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.
  11. Hobil
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Un álbum excelente! El artista te transporta a su mundo, sus canciones tienen una lírica realmente bella!
  12. katiered0716
    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
  13. ILoveSunshine
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    Most exciting album for 2022.. BTS's J-hope really a versatile artist.. His music is no joke!
  14. dan_tiger30
    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.    … Expand
  15. tatianacostax
    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
  16. Heatherr
    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!    … Expand
  17. Dezeiwb
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    the best album ever made , An album made with true feelings and full of stories
  18. Negar_gholami
    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
  19. mAscArA81
    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
  20. Sayuri77
    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
  21. Angelmx
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    Un album conceptual en el que jhope analiza lo que a aprendido durante los 9 años de su carrera y como esto construye su personalidad y sus valores, mucho más experimental que su mixtape hope world pero sin olvidar las ritmos que lo caracterizan
  22. jhopech
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    I love this album so much, the track is pretty cool, thanks j-hope for release this album!
  23. JassyJane
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is such a gem for someone like me who grew up listening to boombap a lot. The instrumentation throughout the whole album was just tremendously good, and as usual Jhope killing it with his amazing vocal. The song 'Stop' really brought me back to my teenage years, and when I heard ODB sample in 'What If', it almost brought me to tears!! I will treasure this album so much, thank you Jhope for such a beautifully crafted album from start to finish!… Expand
  24. barnesadriana99
    May 28, 2023
    10
    Amazing Album
  25. mary_13
    Apr 17, 2023
    9
    AOTY 2022!
  26. bubblee
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This album is a true work of art, the songs are so beautiful. Loved everything on this album !
  27. mimijim
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    É tão cativante, o álbum é feito de forma cronológica e mostra que o artista consegue explorar vários estilos musicais, sem contar os MV's muito bem produzidos, nota 10!!
  28. esjour
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent album. J-hope of BTS takes on a darker theme with this new album, exploring and baring a different and lesser known part of himself. It is an explosive album!… Expand
  29. Lelyday
    May 27, 2023
    9
    Es un álbum diferente a lo que JHOPE nos venía mostrando, transmite buena energía y como siempre sus letras no son vacías siempre dando un mensaje. Mi favorita fue Equal sign
  30. justineira27
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    J-HOPE IS THE BEST
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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. The Line of Best Fit
    Jul 28, 2022
    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.
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  2. AllMusic
    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.
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  3. Consequence
    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.”
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