BTS – Map of the Soul: 7 (4th Full Album)

BTS's fourth studio album, Map of the Soul: 7, was released on February 21, 2020. This album serves as a reflection on the group's journey over the past seven years since their debut, delving into themes of self-discovery and growth.

Album Details:

• Release Date: February 21, 2020

• Title Track: "ON"

• Track Count: 20 tracks (15 new songs and 5 from their previous release, Map of the Soul: Persona)

Album Versions and Contents:

Map of the Soul: 7 was released in four distinct versions, each offering unique content:

1. Version 1:

   • Photobook (36 pages)

   • Lyric Book (52 pages)

   • Mini Book (20 pages)

   • Photocard (random out of 32 types)

   • Postcard

   • Sticker

   • Coloring Paper

2. Version 2:

   • Photobook

   • Lyric Book

   • Mini Book

   • Photocard

   • Postcard

   • Sticker

   • Coloring Paper

3. Version 3:

   • Photobook

   • Lyric Book

   • Mini Book

   • Photocard

   • Postcard

   • Sticker

   • Coloring Paper

4. Version 4:

   • Photobook

   • Lyric Book

   • Mini Book

   • Photocard

   • Postcard

   • Sticker

   • Coloring Paper

Commercial Performance:

The album achieved remarkable commercial success, reaching number one in over 20 countries and becoming the world's best-selling album of 2020. In the United States, it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking BTS's fourth consecutive number-one debut. In South Korea, the album sold over 4.1 million copies in its first nine days, setting a Guinness World Record for the best-selling album in the country.

Critical Reception:

Map of the Soul: 7 received critical acclaim for its introspective themes and diverse musical styles, including pop, R&B, hip-hop, rock, trap, and EDM influences. The album's reflective narrative and cohesive production were widely praised.

Notable Tracks:

• "Black Swan"

• "On"

• "Filter"

• "Louder Than Bombs"