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Promise (I'll be)

Promise (I'll be)

Artist: 2PMAlbum: GENTLEMEN'S GAME
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English47% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Promise (I'll be) (Promise (I'll be)) is performed by 2PM, released on the album GENTLEMEN'S GAME in 2016.

💡 Linguistic Features: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Practice singing along with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

Lyrics, Romanization & English Translation

시계만 쳐다보고 있어

si-gye-man chyeo-da-bo-go iss-eo

기다리기가 너무 힘들어

gi-da-ri-gi-ga neo-mu him-deul-eo

1분 1초가 너무 길어

1-bun 1-cho-ga neo-mu gil-eo

I need you right now

네가 없는 밤은 너무 길어

ne-ga eop-neun bam-eun neo-mu gil-eo

지금 바로 데리러 갈까

ji-geum ba-ro de-ri-reo gal-kka

오늘은 너무 늦었나

o-neul-eun neo-mu neut-eoss-na

I need you right now

우리 둘만의 moonlight

u-ri dul-man-ui moonlight

머릿속을 맴도는 last night

meo-ris-sok-eul maem-do-neun last night

둘이서 oh, oh, oh, oh, baby

dul-i-seo oh, oh, oh, oh, baby

Oh, oh, oh

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

뭘 원하든지 뭘 바라든지 준비가 돼 있어

mwol won-ha-deun-ji mwol ba-ra-deun-ji jun-bi-ga dwae iss-eo

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

아침에 네가 눈뜰 때 내가 옆에 있어줄게

a-chim-e ne-ga nun-tteul ttae nae-ga yeop-e iss-eo-jul-ge

Baby I'll be

Everything is set and ready now

네가 좋아하는 그 장미도

ne-ga jot-a-ha-neun geu jang-mi-do

이젠 너만 있으면 돼

i-jen neo-man iss-eu-myeon dwae

So I need you right now

날아갈 듯이 들뜬 내 맘

nal-a-gal deus-i deul-tteun nae mam

난 기다리며 너를 상상해

nan gi-da-ri-myeo neo-reul sang-sang-hae

저 문을 열고 들어와

jeo mun-eul yeol-go deul-eo-wa

And I need you right now

우리 둘만의 moonlight

u-ri dul-man-ui moonlight

머릿속을 맴도는 last night

meo-ris-sok-eul maem-do-neun last night

둘이서 oh, oh, oh, oh, baby

dul-i-seo oh, oh, oh, oh, baby

Oh, oh, oh

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

뭘 원하든지 뭘 바라든지 준비가 돼 있어

mwol won-ha-deun-ji mwol ba-ra-deun-ji jun-bi-ga dwae iss-eo

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

아침에 네가 눈뜰 때 내가 옆에 있어줄게

a-chim-e ne-ga nun-tteul ttae nae-ga yeop-e iss-eo-jul-ge

Baby I'll be

Lights, camera, action

너만을 위한 이 reaction

neo-man-eul wi-han i reaction

이 모든 걸 널 위해서

i mo-deun geol neol wi-hae-seo

준비한 건 아는지

jun-bi-han geon a-neun-ji

Twenty four-seven, all hour

Can't never stop for my lover

I'll be what you want me to be

네 상상에 맡기지

ne sang-sang-e mat-gi-ji

Uh, do it faster

날 느끼기엔 closer

nal neu-kki-gi-en closer

조금씩 네 맘이 열리지

jo-geum-ssik ne mam-i yeol-ri-ji

나도 모르게 널 계속 이끌지

na-do mo-reu-ge neol gye-sok i-kkeul-ji

오늘 밤은 나와 함께 해

o-neul bam-eun na-wa ham-kke hae

아침이 되도 계속 네 옆에 있을게

a-chim-i doe-do gye-sok ne yeop-e iss-eul-ge

걱정 말어

geok-jeong mal-eo

이제는 baby I will be

i-je-neun baby I will be

언제나 내가 함께 할게

eon-je-na nae-ga ham-kke hal-ge

네 손을 놓지 않을게

ne son-eul not-ji an-eul-ge

너의 미소가 떠나지 않게

neo-ui mi-so-ga tteo-na-ji an-ge

내가 지켜줄게

nae-ga ji-kyeo-jul-ge

언제나 내가 함께 할게

eon-je-na nae-ga ham-kke hal-ge

네 손을 놓지 않을게

ne son-eul not-ji an-eul-ge

너의 미소가 떠나지 않게

neo-ui mi-so-ga tteo-na-ji an-ge

내가 지켜줄게

nae-ga ji-kyeo-jul-ge

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

뭘 원하든지 뭘 바라든지 준비가 돼 있어

mwol won-ha-deun-ji mwol ba-ra-deun-ji jun-bi-ga dwae iss-eo

Baby I'll be, baby I'll be

아침에 네가 눈뜰 때 내가 옆에 있어줄게

a-chim-e ne-ga nun-tteul ttae nae-ga yeop-e iss-eo-jul-ge

Baby I'll be

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Promise (I'll be) by 2PM.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Promise (I'll be)" (Promise (I'll be)) by 2PM is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and personal growth, capturing the nuanced dynamics of modern relationships and youthful passion.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Promise (I'll be)" employs subtle cultural idioms and layered lyricism. Phrasing shifts between introspective Korean stanzas and rhythmic English phrases, allowing listeners to experience both universal accessibility and culturally rich linguistic nuance.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Promise (I'll be)" highlights 2PM's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, feelings
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
사랑(Sarang)
Love, affection

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “Promise (I'll be)”?

"Promise (I'll be)" (Promise (I'll be)) by 2PM is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emoti...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Promise (I'll be).

Performer (아티스트)2PM
Album (앨범)GENTLEMEN'S GAME
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under 2PM and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Promise (I'll be) by 2PM?

"Promise (I'll be)" is performed by 2PM. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

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Who wrote and produced Promise (I'll be) by 2PM?

"Promise (I'll be)" is performed by 2PM, released on the album "GENTLEMEN'S GAME" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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