Map of the Soul: 7
by BTS
  • Record Label: Bighit
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2020
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  1. Btsbot
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Great good fun yay weeeeddeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrerrrrrr
  2. curevmin
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    can’t even choose a favorite one. all the songs are so amazing and different. i honestly wasn’t expecting this, and the title track hits perfectly, especially the beginning. incredible.
  3. 2356889
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum é perfeito!! As músicas são maravilhosas … Expand
  4. Jeepythek
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Changed the world of music forever. They’ve proven themselves. They keep fighting and break barriers no matter how hard they have to work at it. Insane discography, the mood switches between songs is ridiculous but at the same time works. Each member gets a solo that shows they are all very talented and you can see in the credits that each of them had a hand in creating this project. MyChanged the world of music forever. They’ve proven themselves. They keep fighting and break barriers no matter how hard they have to work at it. Insane discography, the mood switches between songs is ridiculous but at the same time works. Each member gets a solo that shows they are all very talented and you can see in the credits that each of them had a hand in creating this project. My favorite track is UGH! For its rap line and strong beat.… Expand
  5. xxbtsxx
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    best album they’ve ever released! i can tell the boys worked very hard on this album so we must stream as much as we can!
  6. Juhik
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing album with songs that will satify People of all types of music choices.
  7. Adyy
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My favourite song on this is Inner Child. Infact the whole album in itself is a masterpiece. It goes a long way to show how these guys deserve all of their success and more. At this point in time it is safe to say that those who're still not giving these guys a chance are definitely biased. How you gonna declare their music trash without listening to it first because if you had listened there's no way in hell you wouldn't like it. Coming back to the album: My top 5:
    Inner child
    Into : Persona
    Dionysus
    Shadow 00:00    … Expand
  8. Gabiii
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    O álbum está incrível! Eles deram tudo de si para fazer um trabalho incrível com letras com significados profundos. Vai da capacidade de interpretação de cada pessoa. Para quem está se escondendo atrás de conta para mandar ódio, melhore!
  9. Harrythyagu
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album slaps harder than the previous one...the songs are soo good.its blessed my ears..The posters & photo cards are cuter. People who are in luv with music must try this. You'll never disappointment
  10. Mehal
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    ITS JUST AMAZING ALBUM!!!
    GIVES YOU STRENGTH AND WILL MAKE YOU STRONGER!!
    BTS TAUGHT ME MORE THAN ANYONE IN MY LIFE!!!
    YOU ALL WILL LOVE it
  11. anku0
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    The genres in this album is really diverse. The lyrics are so meaningful. The music and beats are over the top. BTS really outdid themselves in this album.
  12. kookienoie
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    BTS’ masterpiece. The most introspective album so far. It truly displays BTS’ growth not only as artists, but as humans as well. All the hardships and all the doubts they had in themselves were reflected upon and that’s how Map of the Soul: 7 was born. Truly an album you can’t miss on.
  13. ggukachuu
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Every single song is unique and interesting in their own way yet they come together to form a cohesive, inspiring album. The choruses of Louder Than Bombs and We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal are probably my favorite parts of the whole thing. Everyone’s solo piece exudes the life and energy of the individual member and the subunit songs shine bright with their chemistry. Truly album of the year.
  14. ZZV
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Exceeded all the expectations! Love the wide range, which is actually nothing new for BTS, who rock in every genre
  15. anatae
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    perfeito, maravilhoso, impecável, sem defeitos, conceitual, insuperavel, lindo.
  16. Yunaciel
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    BTS really never disappoints. From the very first track, they left a good impression on me. It's a new style as well and I've always liked the way they experiment with new sounds every time. It isn't exactly a "dark" album, but rather an introspective one, a journey surrounding their art of life. In Shadow : Interlude the lyrics are two sides of the same coin; Suga's shadow talking to himBTS really never disappoints. From the very first track, they left a good impression on me. It's a new style as well and I've always liked the way they experiment with new sounds every time. It isn't exactly a "dark" album, but rather an introspective one, a journey surrounding their art of life. In Shadow : Interlude the lyrics are two sides of the same coin; Suga's shadow talking to him and it's about the fear of losing himself to his shadow as he grows bigger. The closer you are to the light, the bigger your shadow is. But the interesting note is that the "shadow" can be interpreted in various ways for the listener too. It can be your fear, your past, your repressed parts of your identity (which is directly the meaning of Shadow according to psychologist Carl Jung's ideas of Map of the Soul). It could also be the haters or the crazy people out there trying to invade their privacy. Intro: Persona have lyrics connected to Carl Jung's Map of the Soul Persona's psyche and this was repackaged from their previous album called "Map of the Soul: Persona". I commend them for bringing light onto this psychologist's works. Their 15th track called "Friends" was beautiful. It was a song about how the two members V and Jimin became close friends despite their differences, even promising to stay once the cheers die down, and calling each other soulmates. It's adorable and very precious. They are very open to each other and I love that friendship for them. And I love how they always include their fans, the A.R.M.Y., (Adorable Representatives MC for Youth). The 16th track "Moon" was by Jin and he sung it about his love for the fans. Fun fact: his first solo 'Awake' was about struggling to help or love himself, while the second one "Epiphany" was about loving himself, followed by "Tonight" which was a tribute to his beloved pets. In his 4th solo which is "Moon", he sang his love to the fans. The track “Respect” where RM and Suga say that respect is a higher form of love, it was truly a beautiful thought to be put in a song. We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal that sang about how they and their fans persevered through all the struggles and hatred they had to face in the journey of light and dark, how togetherness in such times really are comparable to being 'bulletproof'. They coined their own words and name from the word 'bulletproof', which not many artists can do because they lack stories in their crafts, but BTS can because they always tell genuine stories throughout their discography. There was Inner Child, a reminiscent track in which V wished to assure his younger self that he will be okay because the he of today is okay, also the repitition of the lyrics 'we gon' change' at the end. It felt so magical, warm and comforting. Black Swan where they sang about the fear of losing art, fear of losing passion for art and the denial of slowly losing the thrill we once felt from our crafts, incorporating Martha Graham's words that a dancer dies twice and consider their first death when they stop dancing, equating the loss of reason as their first death which is more painful than physical death itself. The lusciously, dark and elegant tunes in Black Swan entranced me at first listen. The orchestral version which they still haven't released on Spotify is arguably the best and rawest song from BTS in my opinion. There's so much more to talk about but overall these sounds are very rich. The production on each one and everyone song in the album is very impressive and high-quality. I love the meanings behind their songs as always. It's different from other groups out there. Beautiful. 10/10. Perhaps I'm biased but I know even if I wasn't, that this album deserved the ratings.… Expand
  17. Deeeeeeeeeeaaaa
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Amazing, it's so good. Bts never dissapoints and the negative reviews haven't even listened to the album
  18. tteokkhev
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    an absolutely gripping album from start to end, BTS once again prove their artistry is beyond the norms of the industry. each title is well put together and explores in-depth their bonds as bandmates, friends, each other's 'Home' and most importantly their artistic journey. Map of the Soul:7 is not just their best album yet but is truly them laying their emotions and out for their listeners.
  19. lolaaxfenty
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s impressive,massive,bigger than we ever dreamed. They did what they had to. If only people opened their minds to music being a universal language… Expand
  20. vantaecaj
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    10/10 i would give anything for this album, it’s pure gold. also blinks really though they’ll do anything if they rate this with zero, huh?
  21. bang_sonyeontan
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Awesome album! I love the songs, the photos, the music video of On, just everything!! BTS never makes bad music, and that’s on Bangtan SonYeondan… Expand
  22. saryunakim
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    the best album i’ve listened to all year. there are no skips and it’s just so good. i could listen to it all day and not get tired
  23. Kristen20
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album is better than we expected! So many different genres and with such beautiful meanings. I love how they evolve as artist and they still amazes us with everything they put on this world. They still have a lot of things to share with everyone and I can't wait to hear everything.
  24. MimiLove4Ever
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This album had a new and refreshing sound that makes it impossible to stop listening, or to skip any songs. I think they did a really good job on trying out new sounds, similar to their other album Love Yourself: Tear. The main title track 'On' serves to set the tone for the entire album with it's fighting spirit. My personal favorite track is V's soulful and uplifting track 'Inner Child'This album had a new and refreshing sound that makes it impossible to stop listening, or to skip any songs. I think they did a really good job on trying out new sounds, similar to their other album Love Yourself: Tear. The main title track 'On' serves to set the tone for the entire album with it's fighting spirit. My personal favorite track is V's soulful and uplifting track 'Inner Child' and Ugh (essentially a kick to the face to the haters). BTS just keeps growing with every new album and it's the growth we love to see.… Expand
  25. booh
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    É um álbum completo, sem defeitos. Nunca me decepcionam. Não consigo escolher uma música como favorita.
  26. Jenne1237
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    This is their most amazing album yet! It has so many genres and amazing lyrics that just hit so hard. The exceeded all of the sky high expectations!
  27. taeparadise
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    it is no wonder that this album represents the group's seven years. each track on this album brings the essence of the boys and this is beautiful. the way they swing from a song that slaps you to a song that talks about friendship is perfect. literally a MASTERPIECE
  28. hfza
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    really good! the whole album is so different from most other grps that recycled the same old concept every comebacks. each songs in the album also have its own tune and meaningful lyrics. pls listen without prejudice. just because the whole album is in korean language, doesn't mean that it sounds the same like most kpop songs out there.
  29. Imbabie
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Litterally their best work so far. It was worth the wait and I definitely recommend. The title track is a freaking masterpiece, the rest of the songs are also jams and you'll definitely find tracks that suit your personal taste. Genius in terms of production quality and even lyrically speaking, as expected from BTS. It's very hard for me to pick a favorite track just because they're so different from each other which again showcases their musical diversity.… Expand
  30. Tihe
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    As expected from BTS!!! coming back with even more amazing concept and songs!
  31. NAMJOONIE
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After songs like black swan and shadow, I expected the songs to go deeper into the shadows. But it consists of sweet and soothing melodies. Musically it's interesting to see variation in the album.My favorite is still Black swan bc of it's instrumentation but the rest of the album is as beautifu.… Expand
  32. Deepshri
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    It's a bop and a very artistic and aesthetic masterpiece. The musicality, meaning and messages behind the songs are very intimate and heart- wrenching yet motivating & inspirational.
  33. berenicex
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The album is literally a bop! The lyrics are really meaningful! I have no words because I really love the album! Bts did a really amazing job!
  34. SevenBeats
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Perfect music with some many different genres, best lyric, vocalist, and raps. 20 soundtrack music with a long and full whole stories from their first album until now.
  35. Tjass7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is amazing! They really exceeded my expectations. Stream ON on youtube.… Expand
  36. jingjaney
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    They just keep making masterpiece after masterpiece! Their talent is out of this world.
  37. Minshooky
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Divers music with great vocals and rap skills. Magnificent lyrical content and a great choreography.… Expand
  38. j1nist
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is amazing in every way! The genre of the songs and the vibes you get from them are so different that it makes listening to the album in order feel like a wild but comfortable ride. There’s summery songs, there’s softer songs, there’s inspirational songs, there’s trap and there’s intense songs. Each track has a unique feel and flow and have such a beautiful way of making you feel different emotions. The lyrics are beautiful, encouraging the audience to reflect on themselves and accept all sides as your own. They give the audience the strength to keep going at the face of adversity, and also has very sweet lyrics to appreciate and love friendship. The vocals are, of course, amazing, and specifically Jungkook’s smooth and high notes in ON’s bridge truly bring the main single together. Zero O’Clock features the group’s vocal line and they performed this track beautifully, with high notes and low notes at the right places with a smooth, calm yet passionate tune very pleasant to the ear. Louder than bombs has a very deep bass and starts off with amazing, silky vocals from Jungkook and Taehyung, and leaves room for the rap line to shine without even with low, whispery lines. And, of course, UGH! is a very fast-paced track, aggressive and angry, specially with lyrics targeted towards those who hide behind the mask of anonymity and criticizing them for utilizing their anger for the wrong reasons. All 20 songs of this album have deep lyrical meaning and beautiful vocals from both the vocal and rap lines, working together in harmony to make a wonderful album. Please give it a listen and judge for yourself!… Expand
  39. mayuhay
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    perfect like all their albums!!
    sempre inovando em todos os sentidos, eles sao incríveis demais!!
  40. HeistMint
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The best album of the century. This is the best album so far they nailed it the songs and the visuals are all great
  41. Emzz
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    They put their heart and soul with this album. Each member have their own story and put it into music. The lyrics aren't made just yesterday. It takes a whole year to create thia masterpiece. It has story about them, about their love for the fans and their own story. I love it and i can fell the sincerity of them through this album.
  42. vminnie
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    MOTS:7 contains a wide range of genre for every taste. A progress on the ongoing story will be noticed if one will listen well following the original order of the tracklist.
  43. Apollo2015
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Best BTS album yet. Blew my mind with it's dynamical set of songs. Album of kings.
  44. gukmul
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I don't know who needs to hear this but nobody has as much range as BTS. You won't find more well rounded, aware and avant-garde artists in the current industry than them and this album is a testament to their huge range.
  45. Hannauu
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The boys always amaze me w their music, but honestly although this is my 5th comeback with them , this album is the best one , the range , the lyrics , the stories they put in undoubtly touch my heart. I'm just gonna say that the 10 months waiting for their album is beyond worthwhile
  46. Chlcrz
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    There’s no reason for you to press that skip button bc all the songs in the album are serving.
  47. Angelsockss
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. beautiful album, great melody’s, lyricisms was on point love. Well done boys 7… Expand
  48. Armyforthewin
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Really good ! I was moved with all the song who are really heartwarming ! It was worth all the wait !
  49. Ann1
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This album is full of bops. Especially ON and WE ARE BULLETPROOF: the Eternal hit me visually and emotionally hard.
    As expected from BTS. Haters can keep crying
  50. spinsanity
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I enjoyed the album. Filter had that raw vibe and I really loved ON. I couldn't move on from Louder than bombs. It just calls for you to repeat it. One of the best albums I have heard. All 4 decades of me.
  51. agwstrivia
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Incredible songs. Shows the group’s versatility in production style, melody composition and genre. i don’t even know how to label half of the songs in there. Masterpiece.
  52. Tinnn
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The story telling of their personal battles and victories is very well told in this whole album. So amazing! The lyrics are very beautiful, very comforting and relateable and each track has its own charm. Congratulations to BTS for releasing yet another legendary album!
  53. fujin_15
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    BTS shares their relationship and look back to their 7 year journey together. A very personal and sincere album
  54. Dimple_Gowda
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The whole album is really so much amazing!!!!
    Each song is so unique and the lyrics are soothing n so meaningful
  55. Magda131313
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is their best album to date. 10/10 the versatility, level of production and genres bring make it one of my favourites for sure. It will take more time to digest this. Absolutely top tier must have!
  56. Lisajoannn
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Fantastic self-reflective music from Bts as always. Another timeless creation!
  57. elitamathews
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    It’s an amazing album! With diverse music which has an excellent discography. Each song having great meaning and emotion behind it.
  58. KellyRV
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Is refreshing, is inspiring and is a new installment where BTS show how versatile they are and how their sound has evolve without losing their roots with sounds of Hip Hop, Pop, Rock Pop and each song tells a story showing their map of their souls.
  59. Dessamm
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Excellent! Definitely exceeded my expectations. Also, very diverse when it comes to sound.
  60. Gigib2nu
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is the best, the most artistic, the bravest that BTS has gone yet. Every song serves uniqueness.
  61. hermmit
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The music I think speaks for itself. It delves into deeper relationships and emotions that the artists want to convey and share with the audience. It's diverse breakdowns from lyricism, technicalities to each track beats and composition-wise, and the overall theme that Map of the Soul:7 delivers. With an open mind and taking a closer look at the details in each track, you would love it asThe music I think speaks for itself. It delves into deeper relationships and emotions that the artists want to convey and share with the audience. It's diverse breakdowns from lyricism, technicalities to each track beats and composition-wise, and the overall theme that Map of the Soul:7 delivers. With an open mind and taking a closer look at the details in each track, you would love it as much as I did.… Expand
  62. Palom4
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bts are kings. They show for the world others nationally can be amazing no only usa… Expand
  63. Melzinha
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente o álbum está incrível, BTS trabalhou muito é isso e notável. Não estamos falando de um simples álbum, mas sim de uma potencialidade absurda. Que merece seu reconhecimento, BTS envolveu muitas pessoas neste trabalho.
  64. lopez00marisol
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I love the album it has different sounds and the vocals are really good and the rap too
  65. shinebrightjoon
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    amazing album with many incorporated different styles that leave goosebumps all over your body
  66. AnnieSherry
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I love it. My favorite is ugh , on , filter but all the songs are amazing and I'm proud of BTS
  67. MagicSoul7
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This ALbum is in another level ! These guys are real artists and each song is greater than the other!! Not to mention the amazing lyrics
  68. LKAD
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The most musically engaging album they've done to date. They've taken leaps into bigger and better productions and messages. Amazing album. Best album of the year. Period.
  69. Jinnie1204
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Great Album, Wide Range of Genres and Just makes your Heart Happy by listening to it
  70. Overryan
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I truly like how there are 20 songs with different types of music but all of it can still unite together to make a bigger picture. The songs can speak for emotions and experiences of people that they normally would hide in between spaces of themselves, afraid other people will misunderstand and shame them. I believe that is why people can relate so much to the songs. As it can be a way ofI truly like how there are 20 songs with different types of music but all of it can still unite together to make a bigger picture. The songs can speak for emotions and experiences of people that they normally would hide in between spaces of themselves, afraid other people will misunderstand and shame them. I believe that is why people can relate so much to the songs. As it can be a way of voicing out yourself without actually saying it. One example is their song 00:00 (zero o' clock). How there are days where you feel sad for no reason, how sometimes you just feel so heavy, and how everyone seems to be busy and fierce except you. To a person going through something similar to that, it can be very comforting and can mean a lot to them.… Expand
  71. hanahrzm
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The songs in this album encapsulates more than just the music- it’s poetic, it’s meaningful, it delivers positive messages & it perfectly shines the limelight on each of the seven members’ abilities, ranging from their songwriting, producing, and all the way to their vocal & rap skills. Not only is the music appealing to the general public even outside the ‘K-Pop’ realm, but the meaningThe songs in this album encapsulates more than just the music- it’s poetic, it’s meaningful, it delivers positive messages & it perfectly shines the limelight on each of the seven members’ abilities, ranging from their songwriting, producing, and all the way to their vocal & rap skills. Not only is the music appealing to the general public even outside the ‘K-Pop’ realm, but the meaning and message behind each and every track is all the more noteworthy. Please spend some time to read the lyric translations, I promise you it’ll be worth it. This album is everything good one can expect from BTS, and even then, they continue to exceed that expectation. I believe they will continue to do so.… Expand
  72. ingrid16
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The best album that i've ever hear. They mix diferent genders of music in one single album, this show their talent and effort, i'm very proud of what they did in this album. Bts is the most incredible artist of the globe.
  73. hosena
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I'm not even a fan of K-pop or Pop music but BTS stood up for the rest and I got intrigued by them. The track genres are very diversed, just like their earlier works. Special mention to ON, Filter, Friends, Moon, UGH, and We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal! Everything is just right. This MOTS:7 album tells us about their journey: from hardships and struggles they got, the love from their fansI'm not even a fan of K-pop or Pop music but BTS stood up for the rest and I got intrigued by them. The track genres are very diversed, just like their earlier works. Special mention to ON, Filter, Friends, Moon, UGH, and We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal! Everything is just right. This MOTS:7 album tells us about their journey: from hardships and struggles they got, the love from their fans and their love for the fans, the bond 7 of them share, the passion of what they are doing, and everything in between. I can relate to them in many ways as I feel their honesty. I love, like, LOVE this a lot. Thank you for your hard work and artistry, BTS, you guys never know how much impact, positivity, and joy you bring to me!… Expand
  74. GiselleLopes
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    BTS nunca decepciona, a cada album uma coisa nova que surpreende os ARMY'S. Tudo nele está incrível, BTS obrigada.
  75. Biazinha
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns do BTS, definitivamente. As mensagens que eles deixam em suas músicas são claramente verdadeiros insights do mundo deles e de nós, seres humanos, que temos que conviver com dores, medos e inseguranças. É a beleza da humaniade. Um álbum verdadeiro, sincero, muito bem produzido, com uma declaração de amor inegável ao Army. Muito orgulho desses meninos, que fazemUm dos melhores álbuns do BTS, definitivamente. As mensagens que eles deixam em suas músicas são claramente verdadeiros insights do mundo deles e de nós, seres humanos, que temos que conviver com dores, medos e inseguranças. É a beleza da humaniade. Um álbum verdadeiro, sincero, muito bem produzido, com uma declaração de amor inegável ao Army. Muito orgulho desses meninos, que fazem música com profundidade e tamanha dedicação.… Expand
  76. Janyha
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente adorei!!! Letras impecáveis,os arranjos então bons , é isso aí!!!
  77. RivaTae
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Black Swan is the most riveting track here. It’s eerie & conveys their fear of what happens if they lost their love of music after attaining this level of fame. Shadow is a hard-hitting self-reflective rap that melodically discusses the dark side to fame. These 2 tracks stand out. Inner Child is soulful & has that church vibe that cuts thru pop, while Louder Than Bombs, the Troye SivanBlack Swan is the most riveting track here. It’s eerie & conveys their fear of what happens if they lost their love of music after attaining this level of fame. Shadow is a hard-hitting self-reflective rap that melodically discusses the dark side to fame. These 2 tracks stand out. Inner Child is soulful & has that church vibe that cuts thru pop, while Louder Than Bombs, the Troye Sivan co-penned song, is simple but poignant in its message & very pleasing to the ear. Excellent album overall.… Expand
  78. B_ballas
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    "Art for healing" é isso que descreve a música do BTS. Eles misturam vários gêneros musicais para atingir um só objetivo, transmitir uma mesma mensagem: encare quem você é, aceite quem você é, ame quem você é.
  79. LetyBTS
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor album que eu ja pode ouvir em 3 anos de army, a critica e o amor que eles transmite atravez da musica e simplesmente perfeito, se as musicas do BTS chego ate aqui no brasil e porque eles sao realmente muito bons… Expand
  80. Fjkhushbu
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Listen to BTS without any prejudice and you will like them. Groups like BTS comes once in a Lifetime.
  81. marienette
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Exceeded my expectations! No skips! The melodies and the lyrics: chef's kiss!
  82. B_army
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Um album conceitual, recheado de emoções e experiencias que são compartilhados através de músicas calmas e agitadas, sendo um album muito maduro e diferente. BTS como sempre surpreende não apenas os seus fãs, mas também o público em geral. Seven merece o mundo.
  83. ibellafreitas
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything about this album is so good, the production was fenomenal and we can see how much thought they put into it. The tittle track is like the most pure and rough emotion, “bring the pain on” as it’s says. My favorite track would probably be “Black Swan” but the album overall really seems like one, some songs may have different vibes but I could feel the connection between them and the concept of the series while I was listening. Truly a masterpiece.… Expand
  84. Knabila
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The most diverse album of the century to be honest! The music, the lyrics and the composition everything is so perfect. It really shows the hardwork that has been put into making the album.
  85. Nochu
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    A very beautiful album. The boys did a really amazing job!! The vocals so heavenly, the rapping is fire
  86. kukaveronika
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    So incredibly put together! Been a long time since I've heard such a colourful album!
  87. ColleenMeisje
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Great album！I love the rhythms of the title song “ON”.I think all the songs this album are incredible！
  88. Ami90
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is supposed to be a masterpiece album!! Why?? Because the all journey from 7 years ago with 7 members we should give a respect and standing ovation. The way they start created a good music to healing young people and now they reach to this point with their blood sweat & tears. This album contains their experience from zero, from nothing become something and so meaningfull for the other people outside. This album gonna make u felt oh this is BTS's journey in this music industry~ the trial they faced, the sad, the fear they put in this album. So please u should listen this album with sincerity and without prejudice. Thank u!!… Expand
  89. Catezu
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Wondrous and artistic, the deeper look into the mind of the boys through the songs in truly beautiful
  90. niazel
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    I give it 10 because why not... BTS never afraid to try new things and this album proves it.
    The songs are all good it makes harder to pick my favorite. As I keep listening to it, it keeps getting better.
  91. Lessandra
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Very amazing, all well thought out to convey something unique and touching to the listener, just perfect!
  92. andreeasanda
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    all i have to say is that it’s one of the best pieces of music i have ever heard
  93. tokyojkjm
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm so proud of my lil angels, the album is so good and they are incredible, bts paved the **** way… Expand
  94. sireBANGTAN
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is such a great album. I'm at a loss of words. THE LYRICS, THE COMPOSITION AND PRODUCTION... 10/10
  95. Snoe_JM0310
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best albums released by BTS. They once again prove their versatility and diversity in the album. All the tracks perfectly capture the emotions of the members and the way they deliver it is so perfect. This album shows how talented, hardworking and incredible artists bts are. For new listeners as yoongi said listen to their music without any prejudice, you will love thisThis is one of the best albums released by BTS. They once again prove their versatility and diversity in the album. All the tracks perfectly capture the emotions of the members and the way they deliver it is so perfect. This album shows how talented, hardworking and incredible artists bts are. For new listeners as yoongi said listen to their music without any prejudice, you will love this masterpiece.… Expand
  96. parkpaumin
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    MOTS: 7 is the most special album for me, not only that it is packed with Bangtan's genre versatility and lyrics creativity but also because I love how it takes us on an emotional roller-coaster ride by giving us a peak of their vulnerable sides-- I mean they deadass gave us a transparent view of what they actually feel inside under different circumstances and that's just so beautiful perMOTS: 7 is the most special album for me, not only that it is packed with Bangtan's genre versatility and lyrics creativity but also because I love how it takes us on an emotional roller-coaster ride by giving us a peak of their vulnerable sides-- I mean they deadass gave us a transparent view of what they actually feel inside under different circumstances and that's just so beautiful per se I can't even find the right adjectives to use-- all of this while highkey telling us that we did this all and we have nothing to fear as long as we are together in this BTSxARMY **** forever-- … Expand
  97. Tijatija5
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazingly well done, lyrics are meaningful, the ON music video is extremely powerful. BTS’ new comeback fulfilled all my expectations… Expand
  98. onmoonchild
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Every song is perfection. BTS has bared their soul in this album. It only deserves the best. Hope more people can recognize music transcends languages, nationalities, ethnicities (BTS' words)
  99. Kima
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    The diverse sounds, carefully thought out lyrics and how personal the album is to BTS and ARMYs make it amazing. It allows you to relate to them and understand our mutual love for each other
  100. BabyyMoraes
    Feb 22, 2020
    10
    Album excelente, com letras que demonstram o crescimento do grupo ao longo dos anos.
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#5 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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82

Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. The New York Times
    Mar 4, 2020
    70
    As a whole, the strong but not particularly unruly “7” is less sure-footed than “Love Yourself: Tear,” the group’s last full-length, from 2018, and the first K-pop album to debut atop the Billboard album chart.
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  2. Variety
    Feb 27, 2020
    92
    Taut and primal, “MOTS: 7” is a kind of self-referential homage. ... Each get solo turns to shine here, their collective work is what stands out.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Feb 25, 2020
    63
    Persona lacked the natural fluidity and chicness of their best music. Those problems aren’t exactly mitigated here, since most of those songs appear on this album too, but within this new context, they feel like a flashback before the saga continues. Many of the new songs are better about balancing Easter eggs for day-ones with new entry points for more casual listeners.
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