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Play

Play

Artist: ASH ISLAND•Album: Play - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English75% KR📅 2021K-PopHip-Hop/Rap

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Play” (Play) is performed by ASH ISLAND, released on the album Play - Single 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

Verse 1

혼자였어 나 처음엔 말야

hon-ja-yeoss-eo na cheo-eum-en mal-ya

모두 다 아는 사실이야 맞아

mo-du da a-neun sa-sil-i-ya mat-a

기다리면 올 거야 별이 your night

gi-da-ri-myeon ol geo-ya byeol-i your night

우린 아마 fly high

u-rin a-ma fly high

I know you know 때론 벽에 막혀 홀로 서 있더라도

I know you know ttae-ron byeok-e mak-hyeo hol-ro seo iss-deo-ra-do

I know you know 너는 벽을 다시 넘어설 거야

I know you know neo-neun byeok-eul da-si neom-eo-seol geo-ya

누구나 그렇듯 너도 벽을 홀로 마주한 채

nu-gu-na geu-reot-deus neo-do byeok-eul hol-ro ma-ju-han chae

벽이 무너지길 바라며 서 있던 거 같애

byeok-i mu-neo-ji-gil ba-ra-myeo seo iss-deon geo gat-ae

Chorus

누구나 그렇다고 마냥 기다리기만 할래

nu-gu-na geu-reot-da-go ma-nyang gi-da-ri-gi-man hal-rae

나라면 조금씩이라도 벽을 올라갈래

na-ra-myeon jo-geum-ssik-i-ra-do byeok-eul ol-ra-gal-rae

안 늦었어 왜 포기하려 그래

an neut-eoss-eo wae po-gi-ha-ryeo geu-rae

뭐가 그렇게 해 다 똑같애

mwo-ga geu-reot-ge hae da ttok-gat-ae

나도 매일 별이 보이네

na-do mae-il byeol-i bo-i-ne

힘들어서 이젠 너도 저기 있네 계속 버티래

him-deul-eo-seo i-jen neo-do jeo-gi iss-ne gye-sok beo-ti-rae

그러더라 그럼 결국에 끝은 보인 데

geu-reo-deo-ra geu-reom gyeol-guk-e kkeut-eun bo-in de

너의 꿈이 밟히지 않게

neo-ui kkum-i bal-hi-ji an-ge

Verse 3

길은 혼자서 밝혀 가길

gil-eun hon-ja-seo bal-hyeo ga-gil

우리들의 춤이 달에 닿게

u-ri-deul-ui chum-i dal-e dat-ge

닿게 할게 계속 난 play

dat-ge hal-ge gye-sok nan play

혼자였어 나 처음엔 말야

hon-ja-yeoss-eo na cheo-eum-en mal-ya

모두 다 아는 사실이야 맞아

mo-du da a-neun sa-sil-i-ya mat-a

기다리면 올 거야 별이 your night

gi-da-ri-myeon ol geo-ya byeol-i your night

우린 아마 fly high

u-rin a-ma fly high

I know you know 때론 벽에 막혀 홀로 서 있더라도

I know you know ttae-ron byeok-e mak-hyeo hol-ro seo iss-deo-ra-do

Verse 4

I know you know 너는 벽을 다시 넘어설 거야

I know you know neo-neun byeok-eul da-si neom-eo-seol geo-ya

방안에 갇혀있었던 그 시간 속 (그 시간 속)

bang-an-e gat-hyeo-iss-eoss-deon geu si-gan sok (geu si-gan sok)

그 시간들이 지금 빛을 내고 있어

geu si-gan-deul-i ji-geum bit-eul nae-go iss-eo

어둠에서 나오기도 싫어했던

eo-dum-e-seo na-o-gi-do sil-eo-haess-deon

그런 내가 지금 너의 눈앞에 있어

geu-reon nae-ga ji-geum neo-ui nun-ap-e iss-eo

계속 난 play (yo, yo)

gye-sok nan play (yo, yo)

혼자였어 나 처음엔 말야

hon-ja-yeoss-eo na cheo-eum-en mal-ya

모두 다 아는 사실이야 맞아

mo-du da a-neun sa-sil-i-ya mat-a

Verse 5

기다리면 올 거야 별이 your night

gi-da-ri-myeon ol geo-ya byeol-i your night

우린 아마 fly high

u-rin a-ma fly high

I know you know 때론 벽에 막혀 홀로 서 있더라도

I know you know ttae-ron byeok-e mak-hyeo hol-ro seo iss-deo-ra-do

I know you know 너는 벽을 다시 넘어설 거야

I know you know neo-neun byeok-eul da-si neom-eo-seol geo-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Play” by ASH ISLAND.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Play" (Play) by ASH ISLAND 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 "Play" 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, "Play" highlights ASH ISLAND'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 “Play”?

"Play" (Play) by ASH ISLAND is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability,...

Q: How can I practice singing “Play” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Play”.

Performer (아티스트)ASH ISLAND
Album (앨범)Play - Single
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ASH ISLAND and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Play, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Play by ASH ISLAND?

"Play" is performed by ASH ISLAND. 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 Play with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Play with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=ash-island-play, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Play by ASH ISLAND?

"Play" is performed by ASH ISLAND, released on the album "Play - Single" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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