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Selfish Waltz

Selfish Waltz

Artist: ATEEZ•Album: GOLDEN HOUR : Part.2 - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English61% KR📅 2024K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Selfish Waltz” (Selfish Waltz) is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album GOLDEN HOUR : Part.2 - 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 don't know, can't describe

You and I, 다시 엉망이 돼가

You and I, da-si eong-mang-i dwae-ga

Oh, 전쟁 같아 오늘 밤도

Oh, jeon-jaeng gat-a o-neul bam-do

굳어버린 눈빛 (why you actin' like that?)

gut-eo-beo-rin nun-bit (why you actin' like that?)

We feel like we've gone crazy (why you so aggressive?)

뱉어내지 서로에게 씻지 못할 날카로운 말

baet-eo-nae-ji seo-ro-e-ge ssis-ji mos-hal nal-ka-ro-un mal

(너의 눈물로) 눈을 가리지 이기심이

(neo-ui nun-mul-ro) nun-eul ga-ri-ji i-gi-sim-i

마치 사랑한 적 없단 듯이

ma-chi sa-rang-han jeok eop-dan deus-i

Chorus

후회할 걸 알면서 (yeah, we know)

hu-hoe-hal geol al-myeon-seo (yeah, we know)

매번 똑같아, 마치, 마치, oh, waltz 같아 (waltz 같아)

mae-beon ttok-gat-a, ma-chi, ma-chi, oh, waltz gat-a (waltz gat-a)

돌고 또 돌아 또 제자리에 (제자리에)

dol-go tto dol-a tto je-ja-ri-e (je-ja-ri-e)

끝나지 않는 이 음악에 맞춰 춤추네

kkeut-na-ji an-neun i eum-ak-e mat-chwo chum-chu-ne

전쟁 같은 우리 love song

jeon-jaeng gat-eun u-ri love song

Hey, you be quiet, 부탁이야

Hey, you be quiet, bu-tak-i-ya

Don't say a word, just surrender

왜 화가 나 있어? 맞출수록 더

wae hwa-ga na iss-eo? mat-chul-su-rok deo

Verse 3

어긋나는 걸 나도 미치겠어

eo-geus-na-neun geol na-do mi-chi-gess-eo

어떻게 해야 될지도 모르겠어

eo-tteot-ge hae-ya doel-ji-do mo-reu-gess-eo

이 지독한 사랑은 우리를 찢고 붙여놔

i ji-dok-han sa-rang-eun u-ri-reul jjit-go but-yeo-nwa

끝없는 굴레에서 벗어나지 못하고

kkeut-eop-neun gul-re-e-seo beos-eo-na-ji mos-ha-go

곁을 맴돌고 있어

gyeot-eul maem-dol-go iss-eo

(너의 눈물로) 눈을 가리지 이기심이 (이기심이)

(neo-ui nun-mul-ro) nun-eul ga-ri-ji i-gi-sim-i (i-gi-sim-i)

마치 사랑한 적 없단 듯이 (ooh)

ma-chi sa-rang-han jeok eop-dan deus-i (ooh)

후회할 걸 알면서 (yeah, we know)

hu-hoe-hal geol al-myeon-seo (yeah, we know)

Verse 4

매번 똑같아, 마치, 마치, oh, waltz 같아 (waltz 같아)

mae-beon ttok-gat-a, ma-chi, ma-chi, oh, waltz gat-a (waltz gat-a)

돌고 또 돌아 또 제자리에 (제자리에)

dol-go tto dol-a tto je-ja-ri-e (je-ja-ri-e)

끝나지 않는 이 음악에 맞춰 춤추네

kkeut-na-ji an-neun i eum-ak-e mat-chwo chum-chu-ne

전쟁 같은 우리 love song

jeon-jaeng gat-eun u-ri love song

Yeah, 아무것도 아니란 듯 그저 우리는 춤을 추며 밤을 보내고 (hoo)

Yeah, a-mu-geos-do a-ni-ran deus geu-jeo u-ri-neun chum-eul chu-myeo bam-eul bo-nae-go (hoo)

Yeah, 억지스러운 손짓에 뻔한 춤사위 다음 step은 무의미한걸

Yeah, eok-ji-seu-reo-un son-jis-e ppeon-han chum-sa-wi da-eum s-t-e-p-eun mu-ui-mi-han-geol

Yeah, 달아오를 것 하나 없어, 이 무도회는 무미건조

Yeah, dal-a-o-reul geos ha-na eop-eo, i mu-do-hoe-neun mu-mi-geon-jo

Yeah, 맹목적으로 오늘도 또 반복해, 매번 똑같아 우리만의

Yeah, maeng-mok-jeok-eu-ro o-neul-do tto ban-bok-hae, mae-beon ttok-gat-a u-ri-man-ui

Verse 5

마치, 마치, oh, waltz 같아 (waltz 같아)

ma-chi, ma-chi, oh, waltz gat-a (waltz gat-a)

돌고 또 돌아 또 제자리에 (oh, yeah, 제자리에)

dol-go tto dol-a tto je-ja-ri-e (oh, yeah, je-ja-ri-e)

끝나지 않는 이 음악에 맞춰 춤추네

kkeut-na-ji an-neun i eum-ak-e mat-chwo chum-chu-ne

전쟁 같은 우리 love song

jeon-jaeng gat-eun u-ri love song

Oh, oh, yeah

Oh (yeah)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Selfish Waltz" (Selfish Waltz) 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 "Selfish Waltz" 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, "Selfish Waltz" 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 “Selfish Waltz”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Selfish Waltz” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Selfish Waltz”.

Performer (아티스트)ATEEZ
Album (앨범)GOLDEN HOUR : Part.2 - 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 Selfish Waltz, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Selfish Waltz by ATEEZ?

"Selfish Waltz" 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 Selfish Waltz with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Selfish Waltz by ATEEZ?

"Selfish Waltz" is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album "GOLDEN HOUR : Part.2 - EP" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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