Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“NAKKA” (NAKKA (with IU)) is performed by AKMU, released on the album NEXT EPISODE - EP in 2021.
💡 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
바라바라바람밤밤, 바라바람밤밤밤밤밤밤
ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam, ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam
바라밤, 바밤, 바라밤, 바밤
ba-ra-bam, ba-bam, ba-ra-bam, ba-bam
말했잖아 언젠가 이런 날이 온다면
mal-haess-jan-a eon-jen-ga i-reon nal-i on-da-myeon
난 널 혼자 내버려두지 않을 거라고
nan neol hon-ja nae-beo-ryeo-du-ji an-eul geo-ra-go
죄다 낭떠러지야, 봐
joe-da nang-tteo-reo-ji-ya, bwa
예상했던 것보다 더 아플지도 모르지만
ye-sang-haess-deon geos-bo-da deo a-peul-ji-do mo-reu-ji-man
내 손을 잡으면 하늘을 나는 정도
nae son-eul jap-eu-myeon ha-neul-eul na-neun jeong-do
그 이상도 느낄 수 있을 거야
geu i-sang-do neu-kkil su iss-eul geo-ya
눈 딱 감고 낙하, 하
nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, ha
믿어 날 눈 딱 감고 낙하, 우
mit-eo nal nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, u
눈 딱 감고 낙하, 하
nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, ha
믿어 날 눈 딱 감고 낙하, 우
mit-eo nal nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, u
바라바라바람밤밤, 바라바람밤밤밤밤밤밤
ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam, ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam
바라밤, 바밤, 바라밤, 바밤
ba-ra-bam, ba-bam, ba-ra-bam, ba-bam
바라바라바람밤밤, 바라바람밤밤밤밤밤밤
ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam, ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam
바라밤, 바밤, 바라밤, 바밤
ba-ra-bam, ba-bam, ba-ra-bam, ba-bam
초토화된 곳이든 (uh) 뜨거운 불구덩이든 (yeah)
cho-to-hwa-doen gos-i-deun (uh) tteu-geo-un bul-gu-deong-i-deun (yeah)
말했잖아 언젠가 그런 날에 나는 널 떠나지 않겠다고
mal-haess-jan-a eon-jen-ga geu-reon nal-e na-neun neol tteo-na-ji an-gess-da-go
죄다 낭떠러지야, 봐
joe-da nang-tteo-reo-ji-ya, bwa
예상했던 것보다 더 아플지도 모르지만
ye-sang-haess-deon geos-bo-da deo a-peul-ji-do mo-reu-ji-man
내 눈을 본다면 밤하늘의 별이 되는
nae nun-eul bon-da-myeon bam-ha-neul-ui byeol-i doe-neun
기분을 느낄 수 있을 거야
gi-bun-eul neu-kkil su iss-eul geo-ya
셋 하면 뛰어 낙하, 하
ses ha-myeon ttwi-eo nak-ha, ha
핫, 둘, 셋, 숨 딱 참고 낙하, 우
has, dul, ses, sum ttak cham-go nak-ha, u
셋 하면 뛰어 낙하 하
ses ha-myeon ttwi-eo nak-ha ha
핫, 둘, 셋, 숨 딱 참고 낙하, 우
has, dul, ses, sum ttak cham-go nak-ha, u
Ooh, show how we love
보여주자 웃을 준비를 끝낸 그들에게
bo-yeo-ju-ja us-eul jun-bi-reul kkeut-naen geu-deul-e-ge
아무것도 우리를 망가뜨리지 못해
a-mu-geos-do u-ri-reul mang-ga-tteu-ri-ji mos-hae
눈 딱 감고 낙하, 하
nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, ha
믿어 날 눈 딱 감고 낙하, 우
mit-eo nal nun ttak gam-go nak-ha, u
셋 하면 뛰어 낙하 하
ses ha-myeon ttwi-eo nak-ha ha
핫, 둘, 셋, 숨 딱 참고 낙하, 우
has, dul, ses, sum ttak cham-go nak-ha, u
바라바라바람밤밤, 바라바람밤밤밤밤밤밤
ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam, ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam
바라밤, 바밤, 바라밤, 바밤
ba-ra-bam, ba-bam, ba-ra-bam, ba-bam
바라바라바람밤밤, 바라바람밤밤밤밤밤밤
ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam, ba-ra-ba-ram-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam-bam
바라밤, 바밤, 바라밤, 바밤
ba-ra-bam, ba-bam, ba-ra-bam, ba-bam
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “NAKKA” by AKMU.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
A surrealist philosophical pop anthem inspired by a scene in The Greatest Showman. Rather than telling a struggling friend to hold on or climb back up, the singers promise to jump off the cliff alongside them, holding hands as they fall together into the unknown.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Produced by MILLENNIUM and Lee Chan-hyuk. Vintage synth-pop bassline, crisp snare claps, and mesmerizing vocal harmony between Su-hyun and IU.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “NAKKA”?
A surrealist philosophical pop anthem inspired by a scene in The Greatest Showman. Rather than telling a struggling friend to hold on or climb back up, the singers promise to jump ...
Q: How can I practice singing “NAKKA” with proper Korean pronunciation?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “NAKKA”.
| Performer (아티스트) | AKMU |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | NEXT EPISODE - EP |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2021 |
| Lyricist (작사) | Lee Chan-hyuk (AKMU) |
| Composer (작곡) | Lee Chan-hyuk (AKMU), MILLENNIUM |
| Arranger (편곡) | MILLENNIUM |
| Producer (프로듀서) | Lee Chan-hyuk, MILLENNIUM |
| Record Label (기획사) | YG Entertainment |
| Distributor (유통사) | YG PLUS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about NAKKA, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of NAKKA by AKMU?
"NAKKA" is performed by AKMU. 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 NAKKA with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice NAKKA with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=nakka, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced NAKKA by AKMU?
"NAKKA" was produced by Lee Chan-hyuk, MILLENNIUM with lyrics by Lee Chan-hyuk (AKMU), released under YG Entertainment.