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Empty Box

Empty Box

Artist: ATEEZ•Album: GOLDEN HOUR : Part.1 - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English40% KR📅 2024K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Empty Box” (Empty Box) is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album GOLDEN HOUR : Part.1 - EP in 2024.

💡 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

I've been searching for an empty box, that's what I need

내 방 서랍 속에 남긴 너의 기억이

nae bang seo-rap sok-e nam-gin neo-ui gi-eok-i

비 내리는 날처럼 만들어 여전히

bi nae-ri-neun nal-cheo-reom man-deul-eo yeo-jeon-hi

이제는 보내야 할 것 같아

i-je-neun bo-nae-ya hal geos gat-a

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

Chorus

I got to move on, 가득한 흔적

I got to move on, ga-deuk-han heun-jeok

쌓인 먼지도 털지 못해 난

ssat-in meon-ji-do teol-ji mos-hae nan

멈춰버린 내방에 가둬 둔 기억

meom-chwo-beo-rin nae-bang-e ga-dwo dun gi-eok

이제는 보내려고 해 창문을 열어

i-je-neun bo-nae-ryeo-go hae chang-mun-eul yeol-eo

I got to move on

It's time to move on

영원할 것 같던 그 빛나던 추억

yeong-won-hal geos gat-deon geu bit-na-deon chu-eok

시간 속에 묻고서 흘려보낼게

si-gan sok-e mut-go-seo heul-ryeo-bo-nael-ge

Verse 3

알아, 나만 잡고 있던

al-a, na-man jap-go iss-deon

당길 수 없는 실이었단 걸 말이야

dang-gil su eop-neun sil-i-eoss-dan geol mal-i-ya

I've been searching for an empty box, that's what I need

내 방 서랍 속에 남긴 너의 기억이

nae bang seo-rap sok-e nam-gin neo-ui gi-eok-i

비 내리는 날처럼 만들어 여전히

bi nae-ri-neun nal-cheo-reom man-deul-eo yeo-jeon-hi

이제는 보내야 할 것 같아

i-je-neun bo-nae-ya hal geos gat-a

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

Verse 4

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

Yeah, 시간이 남겨둔 적막 음소거 된 흔적과

Yeah, si-gan-i nam-gyeo-dun jeok-mak eum-so-geo doen heun-jeok-gwa

요란히 쌓인 미련 애써 외면하고 있어 아직

yo-ran-hi ssat-in mi-ryeon ae-sseo oe-myeon-ha-go iss-eo a-jik

무심코 열어본 상자를 닫지 못해 난

mu-sim-ko yeol-eo-bon sang-ja-reul dat-ji mos-hae nan

너도 이 중에 한순간만큼은 다시 꺼내 보기라도 할까?

neo-do i jung-e han-sun-gan-man-keum-eun da-si kkeo-nae bo-gi-ra-do hal-kka?

So far away, 새로운 무엇도 채우지 못해 (like you)

So far away, sae-ro-un mu-eos-do chae-u-ji mos-hae (like you)

차게 식은 여기에 온기가 못 닿아 (like you)

cha-ge sik-eun yeo-gi-e on-gi-ga mos dat-a (like you)

Verse 5

어지러웠어도 잡힐 게 있었던 마음이

eo-ji-reo-woss-eo-do jap-hil ge iss-eoss-deon ma-eum-i

텅 비어버린 이런 결말 end

teong bi-eo-beo-rin i-reon gyeol-mal end

지나간다 사라진다 흔적도 없어진다

ji-na-gan-da sa-ra-jin-da heun-jeok-do eop-eo-jin-da

뜨거웠던 밤도 꺼진다 따뜻함도 식었다

tteu-geo-woss-deon bam-do kkeo-jin-da tta-tteus-ham-do sik-eoss-da

무의미한 시간 같았다 떠안고 떠나갔다

mu-ui-mi-han si-gan gat-ass-da tteo-an-go tteo-na-gass-da

널 바랐고, 바래진 난 해졌고 버려졌다

neol ba-rass-go, ba-rae-jin nan hae-jyeoss-go beo-ryeo-jyeoss-da

뭘 간절히 바라보고 있을까? (Ooh)

mwol gan-jeol-hi ba-ra-bo-go iss-eul-kka? (Ooh)

쌓았던 댐이 무너지면서 울었던가 (ooh)

ssat-ass-deon daem-i mu-neo-ji-myeon-seo ul-eoss-deon-ga (ooh)

Verse 6

어떤 감정이 붙잡고 나를 흔들까? (Ooh)

eo-tteon gam-jeong-i but-jap-go na-reul heun-deul-kka? (Ooh)

결국 우리는 이별을 향해서 달렸다

gyeol-guk u-ri-neun i-byeol-eul hyang-hae-seo dal-ryeoss-da

I've been searching for an empty box, that's what I need

내 방 서랍 속에 남긴 너의 기억이

nae bang seo-rap sok-e nam-gin neo-ui gi-eok-i

비 내리는 날처럼 만들어 여전히

bi nae-ri-neun nal-cheo-reom man-deul-eo yeo-jeon-hi

이제는 보내야 할 것 같아

i-je-neun bo-nae-ya hal geos gat-a

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

Verse 7

And I'll never miss you

I'll never miss you

(Ooh-ooh) if you're feeling thе same way

I wish you better than, oh, our timе together

Leave everything behind

Hope you come across something more than better

Feeling the same way

I wish you better than, oh, our time together

Verse 8

Leave everything behind

Hope you come across something more than better

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Empty Box” by ATEEZ.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Empty Box" (Empty Box) by ATEEZ 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 "Empty Box" 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, "Empty Box" highlights ATEEZ'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 “Empty Box”?

"Empty Box" (Empty Box) by ATEEZ is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabi...

Q: How can I practice singing “Empty Box” 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 “Empty Box”.

Performer (아티스트)ATEEZ
Album (앨범)GOLDEN HOUR : Part.1 - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ATEEZ and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Empty Box, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Empty Box by ATEEZ?

"Empty Box" is performed by ATEEZ. 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 Empty Box with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Empty Box by ATEEZ?

"Empty Box" is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album "GOLDEN HOUR : Part.1 - EP" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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