• Record Label: Big Hit
  • Release Date: Jul 15, 2022
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  1. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love Jack in the Box sooomuch. Its gave me very comfort feeling. Sometime sad, sometime happy, sometime very magical feeling. I love this album so much. Expand
  2. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    King of hip hop and his album being king of albums. Jack in the box is a classic hip hop with elements of J-hope and it's so good. My favourite track is equal sign this album is everything an artist want to say to the world
  3. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Traduzindo J Hope : Talento, energia, superação, alegria, força, desejo, amor.
    Traduzindo Jack In The Box : Sem defeitos, impactante, sonoridade incrível, acima das expectativas! Simplesmente amo o artista e sua arte! THE BEST!!
  4. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    This album is absolutely amazing!!! I am blown away by J-hope’s versatility as an artist!
  5. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Jack in the box is an album that conveys a strong and important message about what real life is and what’s behind a successful artist when we don’t see him. Each of its songs is delivered in a magistral way including thoughtful lyrics and well-produced music. This is a worth-listening masterpiece.
  6. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Que obra de arte nos ha dado J hope con este álbum, de principio a final es una joya.
  7. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This is such a cohesive album from j-hope. His storytelling is just beautiful. It will be incomplete if you dont listen to all 10 songs. Beautiful album! Well done j-hope
  8. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This is a banger album! Authentic rap. He really paid homage to old school rap and it is refreshing!
  9. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This album deserves more promotion! The company failed to tap into this masterpiece's potential and j-hope's talent needs to be shared to the world!
  10. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    This is the reason why j-hope's market is in the West who has advanced and diverse taste in music. Korean are too outdated and could not appreciate talent and skills!
  11. Dec 8, 2022
    10
    10/10 album! Those rating this low are pathetic kpoppies esp black pink stans who have mediocre taste in music.
  12. Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Always I felt that Jhope has a special ability to transform his bright energy into an absolutely delightful darkness. I love so much this album, because it has a story, fluency in description, poetry, minimalistic touches but strong and meaninful. Jack in the box is a MUST for a good music listener.
  13. Dec 11, 2022
    10
    I love this album jhope you are legend jack in the box is dope you deserve the whole world
  14. Dec 14, 2022
    10
    Melhor álbum do ano pra mim. Fiquei extremamente impressionada como o album é autentico e cativante, com músicas inteligentes e contagiantes!
  15. Dec 19, 2022
    10
    I'm honestly not a fan of k-pop but this album changed my thoughts. Although it doesn't feel like pop music but old school Hip Hop. I loved that each song is a journey into a story and that it touches on very interesting themes. j-hope surprised me and i will keep an eye on his music.
  16. Dec 20, 2022
    10
    This is a no-skip masterpiece with very meaningful lyrics. And this man live? I highly recommend checking his Lollapalooza performance. J-Hope is an artist thru and thru.
  17. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    El concepto esta bastante trabajado detalladamente, es interesante, la lírica introspectiva es de lo mas genial, no hay skips, un álbum que vale la pena transmitir de inicio a fin.
  18. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    I loved knowing how the album was created, and how he had to handle all the production alone. amazing♡
  19. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    an amazing album from start to finish! jhope has given us a great gift please listen a lot ♡
  20. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Amazing album, with beautiful storyline, we have incredibly multitalented artist here. For a debut, j-hope set a bar really high but I have no doubt he will deliver even better music in the future, because he is THAT talented, hardworking and passionate and he loves new challenges.
  21. Feb 20, 2023
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito!! Ele mostrou o quão versátil ele pode ser como um artista. Nasceu pra isso
  22. Mar 27, 2023
    10
    Amazing album. J-hope did such a brillant strorytelling here, always doing something new while being faithful to his concept and true self.
  23. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Desde la portada del álbum es impresionante, porque ya se percibe la creatividad del artista, su música es arte, me encantó todos los tracks, me encanta todas las pistas, refleja el sentimiento, la pasión, la honestidad, la sencillez, la fuerza que demuestra que el artista en su álbum esta hecho para seguir triunfando. Felicitaciones J-hope!
  24. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    This is master piece , the lyric , everything its awesome ,you done well J ĥope
  25. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    It is rare to see an artist so passionate in his craft. j-hope steps outside his comfort zone and produce a magnificent album. It is more than typical kpop with a blend of rock, grunge, and old school hip-hop. The lyrics are deep and the music are hypnotic. j-hope proves that he is talented artist who is successfully in venturing to a higher plane.
  26. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    The Lollapalooza concert was epic. It is great to see the behind the scenes drama and hard-work that went into producing a brilliant album as well as unforgettable concert. We get to see how strong work ethics and his drive to perfect his music. We get a glimpse of his personal family surroundings and it is a real treat. j-hope proves to be a genius that keeps striving for more.
  27. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    This guy needs to be proud of his work. Some artists doesn't care at all about make good albums. It is something interesting that he produced by his own. Yeah, we need to improve a little bit but he really is into hiphop, i would like to see him with a very aggressive and hot hip hop like 2000s.
  28. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    j-hope put all his feelings and learning in this album, he has devotedly delivered his most sincere feelings to us. This makes JITB an album with professional and deep lyrics.
  29. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    El gran cambio que demostró en este álbum, nos hace ver lo versátil que es Jhope, mostrándonos un lado totalmente diferente a lo que estamos acostumbrados a ver, su pasión, amor, dedicación, su talento, su visión de explorar nuevos conceptos, definitivamente JITB es uno de mis álbumes favoritos, este trabajo está completo, desde su intro hasta el final, uno se da un viaje sobre la caja deEl gran cambio que demostró en este álbum, nos hace ver lo versátil que es Jhope, mostrándonos un lado totalmente diferente a lo que estamos acostumbrados a ver, su pasión, amor, dedicación, su talento, su visión de explorar nuevos conceptos, definitivamente JITB es uno de mis álbumes favoritos, este trabajo está completo, desde su intro hasta el final, uno se da un viaje sobre la caja de la cual es sale, sacando todo lo oculto, Jhope realmente hiciste un excelente trabajo, demostrando que puedes con cualquier concepto, eres único y mega talentoso, gran trabajo Expand
  30. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Me ha fascinado el álbum, es increíble que el artista tenga tanto talento para hacer música, su estilo es único, nunca escuché nada igual, me encanta y lo recomiendo a todo el público. El artista j-hope tiene talento y va a triunfar.
  31. Mar 30, 2023
    10
    a beautiful documentary about the making of a wonderful album and the effort that goes into it. congratulations jhope
  32. Mar 31, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An exciting journey from Jack, another alter ego of Jung Hoseok. High Quality music with brilliant lyrics. Expand
  33. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    jack in the box é um álbum muito bem produzido, uma imersão do início ao fim, Jhope é um artista incrível!
  34. Apr 13, 2023
    10
    I listened to the whole álbum and I love it, the Lyrics are great and the music is awesome, J-HOPE is a great Artist.
  35. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This is a beautiful and well thought album. I love the concept and vibe of it. Even though the songs may be grungy and dark, the message are positive. I love it!
  36. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Jack in the Box is a rare mix of hip hop genres and styles with an old school rock vibe that somehow makes so much sense. Artist JHope shares his emotionally charged journey as a debut Kpop artist not knowing who he could be to finding his own voice, message, purpose and deive. Hoseok finds a musical rhythm and melodies that help him release his inner turmoil and struggles as JHOPE andJack in the Box is a rare mix of hip hop genres and styles with an old school rock vibe that somehow makes so much sense. Artist JHope shares his emotionally charged journey as a debut Kpop artist not knowing who he could be to finding his own voice, message, purpose and deive. Hoseok finds a musical rhythm and melodies that help him release his inner turmoil and struggles as JHOPE and acknowledge the many sides of himself. This album is a story of HOPE and Self-Acceptance. It's brilliant. Expand
  37. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Disfruto las canciones del artista J-hope, son emocionantes de la fuerza de Arson hasta Future, es realmente apasionante escucharlo, su matiz en cada una de las canciones es conmovedor. Recomiendo este álbum, es único, nunca escuche algo igual por eso me encanta.
  38. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Es maravilloso escuchar todo el álbum, me encanto desde la portada, es impresionante la forma como transmite su música j-hope, lo admiro mucho, me encanta 100% recomendado.
  39. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    el mejor álbum del 2022 !!! la primera vez que escucho un álbum que contiene canciones tan introspectivas y llenas de catarsis personal. Un trabajo cero genérico y básico, me fascina su forma de expresarse frente a casos tales como el hate,ciberacoso, y la mierd@ de la vida cotidiana sin recurrir a los insultos y a criticar a otros. ÉL ES UN VERDADERO COMPOSITOR QUE NO NECESITA HABLAR MALel mejor álbum del 2022 !!! la primera vez que escucho un álbum que contiene canciones tan introspectivas y llenas de catarsis personal. Un trabajo cero genérico y básico, me fascina su forma de expresarse frente a casos tales como el hate,ciberacoso, y la mierd@ de la vida cotidiana sin recurrir a los insultos y a criticar a otros. ÉL ES UN VERDADERO COMPOSITOR QUE NO NECESITA HABLAR MAL DE OTROS PARA TENER UNA IDEA. Una persona como él llena de esperanza, humildad y educación es el futuro de la música, y no importa si el tiene pocos oyentes, esos fanáticos verdaderos están siendo nutridos con inteligencia emocional a través de la música de j-hope. REVIVIÓ LA MÚSICA !!!!¡¡¡¡ Expand
  40. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Lo amo, es un gran disco. J-hope de esforzó muchísimo, apoyemos su disco y demás canciones
  41. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Amo su música y cuando lanzo su álbum lo esperé con ansias, y realmente quedé sorprendida de lo maravillosa que es su música, el sentimiento que pone en sus letras y toda la pasión que se puede sentir en cada una de las canciones. Recomiendo su álbum, es excelente!.
  42. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Una de las mejores experiencias musicales. Un viajé con muchos sentimientos que deseaba contarnos... Espero por su próximo álbum
  43. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    No paro de oírlo desde que salió, es puro arte este álbum, gracias j-hope por crear excelente música
  44. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    amo que haya explorado nuevas facetas que no conocíamos como con Jack in the box
  45. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box es una joya, sus letras son perfectas y la interpretación de j-hope en cada una de sus canciones es increíble, con jack in the box j-hope nos demostró que es un gran artista
  46. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    La verdad es un álbum que me sorprendió bastante, pero en el buen sentido, ya que muestra una nueva faceta de j-hope bastante impresionante.
    Realmente no te puedes saltar ninguna canción, y todo a su vez cuenta una historia.
    Aparte de ser una gran pieza de trabajo, todo ha sido bastante artístico, lo que le da un extra. Realmente tiene coherencia y está muy en sintonía con la historia
    La verdad es un álbum que me sorprendió bastante, pero en el buen sentido, ya que muestra una nueva faceta de j-hope bastante impresionante.
    Realmente no te puedes saltar ninguna canción, y todo a su vez cuenta una historia.
    Aparte de ser una gran pieza de trabajo, todo ha sido bastante artístico, lo que le da un extra. Realmente tiene coherencia y está muy en sintonía con la historia del cantante. Realmente esta contando su historia. Estoy muy orgullosa de él.
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  47. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Todas las canciones son demasiadas buenas, recomendables a cualquier persona, es contagioso y le letra es magnífica, escúchala! Es excelente en todo sentido!
  48. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    JITB is a beautiful musical Journey. Love all about this album, great concept.
  49. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This álbum is magnífic, i just love It. I love Jhope's work so much, The style he choose
  50. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum con un género bastante "nuevo" para la música de hoy, una mezcla de hip hop de los 80' con algo de rock. Habla del artista y recalca su historia. Expand
  51. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fue el primero en dar el gran paso como solista y fue lo más genial que he escuchado!! Su estilo lo que quiso demostrar y transmitir lo logro muy bien y nos dió otra cara de la que ya conocíamos del maravilloso Jhope!! Expand
  52. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a masterpiece! The beats & sounds alone are beautifully unique; the lyrics are so simply meaningful. Expand
  53. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    excelente álbum, bem produzido bom de escutar flui bem e antes que termine você já tá querendo colocar no repeat
  54. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    The album is awesome and I love it. Thank you for making good music, Jhope. Looking forward for more in the future.
  55. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Me encanta el álbum me encanta Jack un the box es increíble jhope tiene talento Expand
  56. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Es increíble, simplemente el ritmo de todas las canciones es tan adictivo, y la letra, uffffff se sienteee. Es mi álbum favorito, de verdad, desde que salió no paro de escucharlo. J-hope te luciste.
  57. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    El álbum es grandioso, cada proyecto de J-hope tiene su esencia pero a la vez ofrece algo diferente que me deja maravillada
  58. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    The album created a narrative with attractive themes, organically well connected songs.
  59. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    I like the image j-hope created in this album, the rock and hip-hop combined genres are a good combination.
    This album deals with a person's inner battle, full of passion and ambition, very honest lyrics from j-hope.
    The beat of the music is satisfying to listen to, there is no dull moment in this album. The song "Future" is full of hope and the whole album has a beautiful theme.
  60. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Es uno de los mejores álbumes que he escuchado, me encanta cada una de las canciones que integran este álbum, cada una es extraordinaria!✨❤️
  61. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una obra de arte, voz y sonidos increíbles un álbum completo y maravilloso!! Expand
  62. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    MELHOR ALBUM DE TODOS OS TEMPOS PERFEITO muito bommmm, jhope é um artistas maravilhoso amo demais esse cara
  63. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Álbum con gran calidad musical, celebro este tipo de música y a estos artistas.
  64. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    JITB It's a wonderful album, I'm amazed by the great talent of the artist j-hope. Quality music for people looking to enjoy this musical genre.
  65. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. very beautiful album. so many messages were conveyed.. I like the songs MORE, ARSON AND EQUAL SIGN Expand
  66. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    There is no more accurate way to describe this album than a masterpiece. It is disruptive, eclectic yet cohesive at the same time, philosophical, experimental, intimate, bold. With this album, j-hope confirmed that he is an artist and not just a K-pop product. An album that has no song to skip and that will remain a must even with the passage of time. Bravo!
  67. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Me encanta este álbum, desde inicio y fin, cada canción me transmite un sensación muy diferente y mi favorita a sido safety zone
  68. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    ARTE, este increíble álbum es arte pura ,los envidiosos que comentan acá cosas malas sobre el y sobre jhope, son personas que ni siquiera tienen buen gusto musical ,este álbum no es para cualquiera
  69. Vlr
    Apr 14, 2023
    10
    This album really is a masterpiece. You can tell how much work Jhope put into this album. I cannot stop listening to it every day.
  70. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    It has it all, musical variety, concept, lyrics and rhythm, one of the best albums
  71. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    Special Album I’ve ever heard in my whole life!! He did the best and he is a true musician..
  72. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Definitivamente este album es arte, Arson y More de los mejores MV que vi en mi vida
  73. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    An outstanding album, very distinctive and worth listening to and collecting. J Hope is evidently a truly outstanding musician.
  74. Apr 14, 2023
    10
    An amazing album of my favourite artist in Korean industry J-hope! He is an independent artist, with this album he can easily go on tour solo! I will wait for that to happen when he will come back!
  75. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This album so amazing. All song is very good, i love this album so much. This album is masterpiece!
  76. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Este es sin duda alguna, uno de los mejores álbums de Hip hop. Es una introspección a lo que es Hoseok y además también está su preocupación sobre en lo que se está convirtiendo el mundo. Cada una de sus letras tiene un significado profundo. Y lo mejor es que Hobi participó en cada detalle de este álbum.
  77. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    All the songs in this album are lit. The beat, the sound, plus the lyrics are just awesome. I don't get tired listening, that's why I'm playing it everyday. People must check this out.
  78. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box is an amazing album. J-hope's lyrics and melodies impressed me. I love it.
  79. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Was genuinely surprised after first listen. Seemed very different from Hope World yet something that J-hope would create. Expand
  80. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Brilliant! I've been waiting a long time to feel this excited about new music! Jack in the Box was instant love and the more I listen the better it gets. Really looking forward to more of j-hope as a solo artist and what he has to show us in the future!
  81. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    J-Hope is a Maverick and you never know what to expect from him. He is constantly trying new musical forms and complex arrangements without in any way feeling over produced. This album is his journey through life, with all the fears and questions it has. Something beautiful.
  82. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it my hoba's ablum.also all this ablum songs are my favorite.BTS FOOR LIFE.HOBI FOREVER Expand
  83. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This album is perfect from beggining to end. J-Hope gives us a solid new side of him, with new catchy Beats and a powerful message like we see in Equal Sign and Future
  84. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    The whole album is amazing, the beats, the way j-hope raps and sings is just wonderful. Also the cover of his album is beautiful. He knows how to make a really good music.
  85. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This album is such a masterpiece! Even if you're not into kpop, please give it a chance. J-hope did a really good job here.
  86. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box es un álbum muy variado, el artista expresa su historia a su manera mostrando otra faceta suya y que quiere mostrarle a sus fans.
  87. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Hands Down, the best album of 2022!!! j-hope is a genius! Cohesive in sound and story. While seemingly dark, and tackling issues that plague j-hope, the album is a brilliant masterpiece that is also full of energy, hope, and love
  88. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I super love JITB album. Especially MORE and WHAT IF. It makes me feel hyper and happier. Expand
  89. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    First debut album by j-hope!
    All tracks on Jack in the box is sooo coolll, you can find 'alter ego' by j-hope in this album
    'future and safety zone' is my favorite from the all favorites!
  90. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Jack in the Box is the best album that the singing artist j-hope ah been able to create the way he arranged the songs the rhythm and lyrics of each of his songs are wonderful, I love this album too.
  91. Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Es un álbum que amo belleza, y no dejaré de escucharlo gracias j-hope por tanto talento
  92. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This album showed how great j-hope is! The order of the songs are well thought of. The lyrics are very relevant. My faves are Equal Sign, Future and Pandora's box. Two thumbs up for j-hope! Can't wait for the world tour with these songs...
  93. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    This album surprises me in a different way. We all know j-hope's persona in BTS and the way he writes his deep lyrics with upbeat and catchy tone. But this time is raw, honest and still hopeful. This is a cohesive album and really put up together. It has a story to tell and will keep you listening till the end. Starting with Intro and Pandora's Box, which he narrates who he is and where heThis album surprises me in a different way. We all know j-hope's persona in BTS and the way he writes his deep lyrics with upbeat and catchy tone. But this time is raw, honest and still hopeful. This is a cohesive album and really put up together. It has a story to tell and will keep you listening till the end. Starting with Intro and Pandora's Box, which he narrates who he is and where he came from. The rock grunge in MORE is a surprise. j-hope is always that kind of artist that dynamic and keeps on improving but I was still surprised by MORE, like he is capable of doing that type of music. He put it to the next level. He talks not just himself but also the world how it affects him and his belief in STOP and Equal Sign. Not to mention the vocals on Equal Sign that caught off guard. I never heard him sing like that. He keeps surprising me in a great way. What If talks about questioning himself if he have not all these things, will he be still this kind of person. It's a good song that follows Music Box: Reflection. Then goes to find his safe zone, as an Idol and artist for 13 years, he knows how this industry works, being in the spotlight for long time can be tiring and he needs to find that spot where he feels safe and true to himself. There are times that being an artist can be exhausting and tiresome but he is still hopeful and he discussed it with Future. Sometimes you just have to go with flow and don't fight the current. You have to choose your battles wisely. Ending it with Arson with such a masterpiece, he display his great rapping skills. When he asked in this song "If anyone ask me, do I put out the fire or burn even brighter". I believe he choose be burn even brigther since then. Expand
  94. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Me encantó el álbum completo mis canciones favoritas son Equal Sing Arson y More cada vez que escucho este álbum lo disfruto mucho.
  95. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Un lado de j-hope que demuestra lo increíblemente talentoso que es. Amo este álbum, cada canción es mejor que la anterior y eso me encanta.
  96. Apr 17, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing album, I go from emotion to emotion while listening to a different style, thank you for this album Expand
  97. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    this album has made my day better. yoi are doing great hobi. we proud of you
  98. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    es un álbum perfecto en la cual puedes escuchar cualquier canción y te va gustar, como siempre Jhope haciendo trabajos geniales
  99. Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Jack in the box is An excepctional experience. Lyrics and Music are full of significance. One of the best albums I’ve listened to in the last year. J-hope is a great lyricist!
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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.”