BTS's Map of the Soul: Persona is their sixth mini-album, released on April 12, 2019. It marks the beginning of their Map of the Soul series, exploring themes of identity and self-awareness inspired by Jungian psychology. The album features seven tracks, including the lead single "Boy With Luv" featuring Halsey, and collaborations with Ed Sheeran on "Make It Right" and Lauv on "Make It Right" (Remix). The EP debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, making BTS the first band since The Beatles to have three number-one albums in less than a year. It also topped charts in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea, where it became the best-selling album of all time with over 3.4 million copies sold in its first month.
📦 Physical Album Contents
The physical edition of Map of the Soul: Persona was released in four versions, each containing unique items:
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CD: The main audio disc.
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Photobook: 76 pages featuring member photos.
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Mini Book: 20 pages, with one of four versions.
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Photocard: One of 28 random designs.
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Postcard: One of seven random designs.
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Photo Film: A random insert.
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Clear Photo Picket: Limited edition item.
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Poster: One of four versions.
Note that the specific items included may vary depending on the version purchased, and some editions may include additional free gifts like badges or photo sets
🎵 Tracklist
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Intro: Persona
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Boy With Luv (Feat. Halsey)
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Mikrokosmos
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Make It Right
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HOME
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Jamais Vu
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Dionysus
The album delves into themes of self-discovery, love, and the complexities of fame, with RM contributing significantly to the lyrics and concept