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. Kumari
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Absolutely a masterpiece... it is not surprising that jhope made a album like this. Its a complete new phase.. it might show his dark side which never overcomes his sunshine personality...
  2. manaal_136
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The album is dope
  3. Aiiili
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Hobi salió de su zona de confort con este álbum, y a mi punto de vista, lo hizo excelente. Las canciones te atrapan por completo y las letras son demasiado profundas, tanto que te hace cuestionarte todo
  4. Cincan
    Jul 15, 2022
    9
    The music flows telling a full story. Must listen from beginning to end for the the full story of Jack in Box Pandora Box. Individually the songs flow smoothly.
  5. Bizoldyck
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Es de los mejores álbumes que he escuchado en la decada de hiphop. Jhope llega con un nuevo estilo y con su rap para hacernos sentir sus más profundos sentimientos con este álbum, que en definitiva nos conmueve con sus letras y sus beats. Un gran álbum, si eres amante del género del rap y hiphop de seguro te encantará!
  6. milagrosssantos
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    the album is art, the lyrics are very significant, the rhythm of the music is addictive and relaxing.
  7. andreja7
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jhope has done it again! bringing us ten incredible to hear songs that’s will have you singing your heart out and wanting to repeat the song over and over, and the lyrics… Jhope did that.… Expand
  8. Xtnamu
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
  9. Bsssboo
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    J-hope brought back boom bap with a modern twist. This album feel fresh but nostalgic. Definitely worth a listen.
  10. GabrielYoon
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Es un album rico en mensaje, trasfondo y una lírica increíble narrada con un buen flow de rap. Trae mucha reflexión sobre la naturaleza humana de la mano del mito de La Caja de Pandora. Tiene un sonido novedoso y actual, a pesarde que trae rasgos del viejo hip hop y sonidos que recuerdan al nu metal.
  11. Ela20
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La manera en la que J-hope te muestra su álbum es espectacular, un álbum que supera todas las espectativas.… Expand
  12. 875Fan_2020
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    J-Hope’s solo sophomore album Jack In The Box (following his mixtape “Hope World” from 2018) may be seen to diverge from his signature sound with darker & rock-influenced beats and yet when digging deeper, anyone can see it perfectly complements his previous work. As poppy & bright as Hope World is often seen, even his lyrics back then showed an introspective look at his own artistry,J-Hope’s solo sophomore album Jack In The Box (following his mixtape “Hope World” from 2018) may be seen to diverge from his signature sound with darker & rock-influenced beats and yet when digging deeper, anyone can see it perfectly complements his previous work. As poppy & bright as Hope World is often seen, even his lyrics back then showed an introspective look at his own artistry, which continues further in Jack In The Box. Internalizing his own nickname, J-Hope dissects the roots of Hope itself, and questions whether he can share a side of himself that might not always be an endless optimist. He wonders about the societal ills around him, condemns the prejudice he sees & experiences, and wonders what he would do if all his fame, passion, and material possessions disappeared- what would be left. With his captivating hip hop flows dancing over every beat regardless of the topic, we even see a salute to the inspirations of his hip-hop dancing background, and his continued career in genre-bending hip-hop & pop music. J-Hope has delivered yet another internal look at his own craft, dissecting his own artistry within the larger confines of the group he’s been a part of for ten years, but also what making music means for J-Hope, and whether his Greek-myth inspired name still represents his burning passion for his creative outlets moving forward into his future.… Expand
  13. krivee
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Este álbum es increíble, nos enseña una nueva parte de Hoseok que no conocíamos, además todo es tan bueno y encaja tan bien, es realmente un álbum que todos deberían escuchar alguna vez en su vida.
  14. Cenh
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I like how he yet for a unique style ,which is different from his previous mixtape 'hopeworld' ,i think the best for arson was fire ,my fav song from the album is "stop'
    ,I also like the concept quite alot ,my top favs from the album are equal sign ,stop and more I would recommend this album to others, give it a try ,u might like it
  15. AleJin89
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Este álbum 'Jack in the Box' es sin duda el más grandioso trabajo de J-Hope, la forma en que rompe totalmente su molde y no teme incursionar en nuevos géneros es sorprendente. Y la forma en que logra fusionar ritmos es espectacular, sin duda un Artista completo que busca crecer y romper los estereotipos a través de su música.
    El álbum completo es un deleite y si se toman el tiempo de    Este álbum 'Jack in the Box' es sin duda el más grandioso trabajo de J-Hope, la forma en que rompe totalmente su molde y no teme incursionar en nuevos géneros es sorprendente. Y la forma en que logra fusionar ritmos es espectacular, sin duda un Artista completo que busca crecer y romper los estereotipos a través de su música.
    El álbum completo es un deleite y si se toman el tiempo de conocer las letras su viaje a través de cada canción será un completa locura.
    Por último, luego de 'More' y 'Arson' me gustaría recomendar especialmente = (Equal Sign) una clara muestra de su gran versatilidad!    … Expand
  16. Jaraj
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    When you listen to the album you will understand what a masterpiece it is when you read the lyrics u will got goosebumps. Jhope never dissapointed us .
  17. julesflores
    Jul 19, 2022
    10
    Jack In The Box is groundbreaking for a kpop artist. It's raw and masterful at the same time. He took the risk and step out of that pop/idol box and bare himself in the public at the heights of their career. I always knew this is his type of music from the moment I watched and listened to BTS, 5 yeas ago. Ever since BTS changed their genre from Khiphop to Kpop, I wanted Hoseok to go backJack In The Box is groundbreaking for a kpop artist. It's raw and masterful at the same time. He took the risk and step out of that pop/idol box and bare himself in the public at the heights of their career. I always knew this is his type of music from the moment I watched and listened to BTS, 5 yeas ago. Ever since BTS changed their genre from Khiphop to Kpop, I wanted Hoseok to go back to his roots one day. And he finally did that with JITB. He finally gave the world a chance to see the man behind his persona and his stage name "j-hope". The album is literally a Masterpiece. Each and every song give a poetic justice on how talented this man truly is. His musicality is unmatched in Korea.… Expand
  18. tatigabrielly
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Incredible album!! It feels like I'm meeting JHope for the first time! He really showed new colors in this album while at the same time bringing back elements from old hip hop that he used in previous songs. My favorite songs are = (Equal Sign) and STOP.
  19. Aleee78
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    A.M.A.Z.I.N.G j-hope you are amazing, this album is a masterpiece, every song is beautiful, congratulations babyy, good luck
  20. Damntone
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum es arte, Jhope sabía lo que hacía.

    En lo personal mi canción favorita fue what if...    … Expand
  21. Ell-77
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a deep and meaningful album, the songs in the album follow each other in such a way that it seems that you are listening to the whole story. For me, it's the best album in the last 2 years. Great job Jhope!
    Sorry for my bad english, I'm not native speaker.    … Expand
  22. Sreynich
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    The whole album is just genius as it’s have the story connected to each other . It’s really feel like you travel and see all his thoughts processes . Each track got you hype up with hip hop R&B . The study root of hip-hop and production just amazing.
  23. Anweshas
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    Jack in the Box is giving such classic hip hop like you can hear his influences. I have so much to say about the album but hobi asking us to listen to the album from track 1 to track 10... like the album is so cohesive... it feels like a narration, building right from the intro to arson, hes brilliant yall. he's brilliant
  24. Auana
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing!
    The lyrics of the songs are simply beautiful, I was still enchanted by Jung Hoseok's work! Congratulations for the work, delicacy when writing the songs, congratulations for your dedication to always wanting to grow even more and test your limits. It makes me fall in love with you even more Listen in album order like Hobi said!    … Expand
  25. Vaishnavp
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This will inspire you to be keep going and be fire on whatever you do!! Fighting ✊
  26. Sarasg
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    An album to listen to from the first track to the last without skipping any
  27. agustmoney
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely album of the year!

    All the songs are connected, they tell a story and it's beautiful and remarkable. There's lot of passion, anger and hope. That's it! This album stand for hope, it's JHOPE's identity. Also all songs have critics to the system and that's so powerful. I love it so much! I can't stop listening to Jack in the box.    … Expand
  28. Yaya0613
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jack in the box is the perfect blend of old school 90's hiphop and alternative rock sounds! J-hope proves yet again how great of an artist he is with his amazing album.… Expand
  29. jmiphobe
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolute fire album with no skips. A flawless debut from “J-hope” Of BTS “Biggest boy band in the world” We as army and fans expected nothing less. Let’s keep going army! … Expand
  30. SGvannie7
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo mejor de lo mejor Jack in the Box...
    Aaaaá Que bueno ...
    ............. J-hopeeeeee    … 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. 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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