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This World

This World

Artist: ATEEZ•Album: THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English38% KR📅 2023K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“This World” (This World) is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW in 2023.

💡 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

눈을 감아

nun-eul gam-a

어서, oh, boy

eo-seo, oh, boy

Now can't you see the truth?

어둠을 거둘 어둠이 필요해

eo-dum-eul geo-dul eo-dum-i pil-yo-hae

때론 잔인하지

ttae-ron jan-in-ha-ji

진실의 민낯은

jin-sil-ui min-nat-eun

날 흔들고 시험해

nal heun-deul-go si-heom-hae

넌 뭘 지키려는가

neon mwol ji-ki-ryeo-neun-ga

Chorus

뭘 바꾸려 하는가

mwol ba-kku-ryeo ha-neun-ga

I'm ready for the dark

I'm ready for this world

넌 뭘 희생할 수 있나

neon mwol hui-saeng-hal su iss-na

다 다 다 버릴 수 있나

da da da beo-ril su iss-na

I'm ready for the dark

I'm ready for this world

Lies, control, rules

Verse 3

Numb, hatred, emptiness

Now close your eyes

혼란스러워 이게 맞는지

hon-ran-seu-reo-wo i-ge mat-neun-ji

정녕 유일한 방법, 이뿐인지

jeong-nyeong yu-il-han bang-beop, i-ppun-in-ji

Black shadow has no fear, death

기꺼이 어둠을 맞을 때

gi-kkeo-i eo-dum-eul mat-eul ttae

경계가 흐릿한 선과 devil

gyeong-gye-ga heu-ris-han seon-gwa devil

사실 모르겠어 hell or heaven

sa-sil mo-reu-gess-eo hell or heaven

Verse 4

빛과 어둠이 맞물리는 곳

bit-gwa eo-dum-i mat-mul-ri-neun gos

진실과 거짓 선택은 내 몫

jin-sil-gwa geo-jis seon-taek-eun nae mok

추악함 속에 드러나는 본성

chu-ak-ham sok-e deu-reo-na-neun bon-seong

선과 악에 구별은 no more

seon-gwa ak-e gu-byeol-eun no more

저 어둠 속으로 더

jeo eo-dum sok-eu-ro deo

깊은 곳으로 더

gip-eun gos-eu-ro deo

Oh, my, I think I'm falling down

Slowly, I'm going down (Woah-oh)

Verse 5

때론 잔인하지

ttae-ron jan-in-ha-ji

진실의 민낯은

jin-sil-ui min-nat-eun

날 흔들고 시험해

nal heun-deul-go si-heom-hae

넌 뭘 지키려는가 (Oh)

neon mwol ji-ki-ryeo-neun-ga (Oh)

뭘 바꾸려 하는가

mwol ba-kku-ryeo ha-neun-ga

I'm ready for the dark

I'm ready for this world

넌 뭘 희생할 수 있나

neon mwol hui-saeng-hal su iss-na

Verse 6

다 다 다 버릴 수 있나

da da da beo-ril su iss-na

I'm ready for the dark

I'm ready for this world (Oh)

Lies, control, rules

Numb, hatred, emptiness

Yeah

We're still in the dark, do you feel alive?

흐려지는 mind, 내가 날 느끼지 않아

heu-ryeo-ji-neun mind, nae-ga nal neu-kki-ji an-a

Verse 7

Now it's time to fight, take back my life

나 내가 되는 날 나를 마주해 in this world

na nae-ga doe-neun nal na-reul ma-ju-hae in this world

희생과 절망 욕망 열등감

hui-saeng-gwa jeol-mang yok-mang yeol-deung-gam

분노 후회 복종 타락과 불안감

bun-no hu-hoe bok-jong ta-rak-gwa bul-an-gam

원망과 증오 속에서 타는 애절한

won-mang-gwa jeung-o sok-e-seo ta-neun ae-jeol-han

혐오와 존경 그 모든 것들 속에서 자유는 날 수 있는가

hyeom-o-wa jon-gyeong geu mo-deun geos-deul sok-e-seo ja-yu-neun nal su iss-neun-ga

I can't take it no morе

난 지켜내야 한다 (Oh)

nan ji-kyeo-nae-ya han-da (Oh)

Verse 8

모든 걸 바꿔야 한다 (Oh, yeah)

mo-deun geol ba-kkwo-ya han-da (Oh, yeah)

I'm ready for the dark

I'm rеady for this world (Yeah)

난 모든 희생을 삼킨다

nan mo-deun hui-saeng-eul sam-kin-da

더 더 더 나를 버린다 (모든 걸 희생을 삼킨다)

deo deo deo na-reul beo-rin-da (mo-deun geol hui-saeng-eul sam-kin-da)

I'm ready for the dark

I'm ready for this world

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"This World" (This World) 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 "This World" 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, "This World" 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 “This World”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “This World” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “This World”.

Performer (아티스트)ATEEZ
Album (앨범)THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ATEEZ and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of This World by ATEEZ?

"This World" 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.

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Who wrote and produced This World by ATEEZ?

"This World" is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album "THE WORLD EP.2 : OUTLAW" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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