Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
넌 정말 licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (yeah, ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (yeah, ooh)
Licorice, 계속 맴돌아 (ooh) like licorice
Licorice, gye-sok maem-dol-a (ooh) like licorice
Really not like that, really, really not like that (ooh-ooh)
이건 뭐랄까? 정말 낯선 느낌, yah
i-geon mwo-ral-kka? jeong-mal nat-seon neu-kkim, yah
널 보고 있어 또 silly (silly), 생각이 나 no kidding (kidding)
neol bo-go iss-eo tto silly (silly), saeng-gak-i na no kidding (kidding)
대체, what? 괜히 그냥 짜증나 (yeah, yeah)
dae-che, what? gwaen-hi geu-nyang jja-jeung-na (yeah, yeah)
전혀 다른 type 전에 없던 stuff
jeon-hyeo da-reun type jeon-e eop-deon stuff
예상도 못 한 사고처럼 crush (like, like, like)
ye-sang-do mos han sa-go-cheo-reom crush (like, like, like)
뒤를 돌아선 그 순간부터
dwi-reul dol-a-seon geu sun-gan-bu-teo
홀린 것처럼 다시 돌아서 (다시 돌아서)
hol-rin geos-cheo-reom da-si dol-a-seo (da-si dol-a-seo)
It tastes so sweet (ooh), but sour (yeah), oh, sugar and spice
처음이야 이런 (yah) 내 감정의 폭
cheo-eum-i-ya i-reon (yah) nae gam-jeong-ui pok
넌 정말 licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (ooh)
Licorice (ooh), ah-ah-ah-ah
I wanna scream and shout (ooh), 좀 이상한 맘
I wanna scream and shout (ooh), jom i-sang-han mam
싫다가도 (uh) 좋아 (yeah), 널 못 놓겠어
sil-da-ga-do (uh) jot-a (yeah), neol mos not-gess-eo
넌 정말 licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
Licorice, 자꾸 손이 가 (ooh) like licorice (uh, yeah)
Licorice, ja-kku son-i ga (ooh) like licorice (uh, yeah)
It's the bomb like that (like that), it's the, it's the bomb like that (ooh, ooh)
한 번 터지면 (uh), sticky, sticky, oh, my God (sticky)
han beon teo-ji-myeon (uh), sticky, sticky, oh, my God (sticky)
방심한 틈 난 hooked (hooked), 덫에 걸려들어, all shook (shook)
bang-sim-han teum nan hooked (hooked), deot-e geol-ryeo-deul-eo, all shook (shook)
내 머릿속엔, no (no), but say, "Let's go, let's go, go"
nae meo-ris-sok-en, no (no), but say, "Let's go, let's go, go"
소름 돋는 thrill, 뭔가 색달라
so-reum dot-neun thrill, mwon-ga saek-dal-ra
다른 건 재미없어, 시시해 (like, like, like)
da-reun geon jae-mi-eop-eo, si-si-hae (like, like, like)
마비된 듯해, 모든 감각도
ma-bi-doen deus-hae, mo-deun gam-gak-do
어떤 자극도 오지 않는 걸
eo-tteon ja-geuk-do o-ji an-neun geol
It tastes so sweet, but sour (nice), oh, sugar and spice
처음이야 (야) 이런 (이런) 내 감정의 폭 (uh)
cheo-eum-i-ya (ya) i-reon (i-reon) nae gam-jeong-ui pok (uh)
넌 정말 licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (uh, ooh), licorice (ooh)
Licorice (ooh), ah-ah-ah-ah
이런 내 모습, 이런 내 맘이, 나도 이해가 안 되지
i-reon nae mo-seup, i-reon nae mam-i, na-do i-hae-ga an doe-ji
피할 수 없어, 이건 gravity, ah-ah, ah-ah
pi-hal su eop-eo, i-geon gravity, ah-ah, ah-ah
아찔한 dynamite, 알지만 못 참아
a-jjil-han dynamite, al-ji-man mos cham-a
어딘가, 어딘가 고장 났어, 더 크게, 더 크게 번져가 (uh, 크게 번져가)
eo-din-ga, eo-din-ga go-jang nass-eo, deo keu-ge, deo keu-ge beon-jyeo-ga (uh, keu-ge beon-jyeo-ga)
I wanna scream and shout, 왜인진 몰라
I wanna scream and shout, wae-in-jin mol-ra
미묘한 듯 좋아, 딱 붙어있어
mi-myo-han deus jot-a, ttak but-eo-iss-eo
넌 정말 licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
Licorice, 자꾸 떠올라 (ooh) like licorice (licorice)
Licorice, ja-kku tteo-ol-ra (ooh) like licorice (licorice)
Scream and shout, 훅 끌리는 맘
Scream and shout, huk kkeul-ri-neun mam
위험해도 좋아, 널 못 놓겠어
wi-heom-hae-do jot-a, neol mos not-gess-eo
넌 정말 licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
neon jeong-mal licorice (licorice, ooh), licorice (licorice, ooh)
Licorice, 자꾸 손이 가 (ooh) like licorice
Licorice, ja-kku son-i ga (ooh) like licorice
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Licorice” (Licorice) is performed by aespa, released on the album Armageddon - The 1st Album in 2024.
💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Licorice” by aespa.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"Licorice" (Licorice) by aespa is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Engineered with modern production techniques, "Licorice" showcases aespa's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Licorice”:
Considerate Emotional Warmth
Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Licorice" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.
Fated Connection & Recognition
The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "Licorice" by aespa explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.
🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “Licorice”?
"Licorice" (Licorice) by aespa is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public exp...
Q: How does “Licorice” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, aespa bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
Q: How can I practice singing “Licorice” with proper Korean pronunciation?
Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock and real-time audio sync.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Licorice”.
| Performer (아티스트) | aespa |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | Armageddon - The 1st Album |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2024 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for aespa |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for aespa |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under aespa and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Licorice, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of Licorice by aespa?
"Licorice" is performed by aespa. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.
Where can I practice singing Licorice with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice Licorice with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=licorice, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced Licorice by aespa?
"Licorice" is performed by aespa, released on the album "Armageddon - The 1st Album" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu Licorice dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu Licorice (aespa) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.