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INCEPTION

INCEPTION

Artist: ATEEZ•Album: ZERO: FEVER, Pt. 1
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English50% KR📅 2020K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“INCEPTION” (INCEPTION) is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album ZERO: FEVER, Pt. 1 in 2020.

💡 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'm in love (oh- oh)

I'm in love (oh- oh)

찰나에 순간 그 눈 맞춤

chal-na-e sun-gan geu nun mat-chum

모든 감각이 멈춘 순간 (멈춘 순간)

mo-deun gam-gak-i meom-chun sun-gan (meom-chun sun-gan)

내 안에 퍼진 작은 떨림

nae an-e peo-jin jak-eun tteol-rim

처음 느껴보는 내가 된 듯한 기분이 날 삼켜와

cheo-eum neu-kkyeo-bo-neun nae-ga doen deus-han gi-bun-i nal sam-kyeo-wa

꿈에서도 본 적 없는 꿈을 꾸는 기분이야

kkum-e-seo-do bon jeok eop-neun kkum-eul kku-neun gi-bun-i-ya

꿈이라고 단정 짓기엔 꽤 확실한 느낌이라

kkum-i-ra-go dan-jeong jis-gi-en kkwae hwak-sil-han neu-kkim-i-ra

Chorus

그려내고 그려내 그림자 선 끝까지 선명한데

geu-ryeo-nae-go geu-ryeo-nae geu-rim-ja seon kkeut-kka-ji seon-myeong-han-de

널 다시 마주할 날만 바라볼게

neol da-si ma-ju-hal nal-man ba-ra-bol-ge

전으로 돌아갈 순 없을 것 같아

jeon-eu-ro dol-a-gal sun eop-eul geos gat-a

널 모르던 나 널 마주친 후에 난

neol mo-reu-deon na neol ma-ju-chin hu-e nan

걷잡을 수 없이 더 갈망하게 되는걸

geot-jap-eul su eop-i deo gal-mang-ha-ge doe-neun-geol

난 마치 꿈에서 꿈을 꾼 듯이

nan ma-chi kkum-e-seo kkum-eul kkun deus-i

널 찾아서 헤매다 길을 잃어가

neol chat-a-seo he-mae-da gil-eul il-eo-ga

다신 깨지 못할 너란 꿈에 살아

da-sin kkae-ji mos-hal neo-ran kkum-e sal-a

Verse 3

Every day and night, I'm gon' chase you

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night)

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night, hey)

네가 남긴 흔적을 찾아

ne-ga nam-gin heun-jeok-eul chat-a

너란 꿈을 방황하는 나

neo-ran kkum-eul bang-hwang-ha-neun na

Nobody say whoa

Verse 4

그 어떤 것도 너로 채울 수 없어

geu eo-tteon geos-do neo-ro chae-ul su eop-eo

매일 (매일, 매일) 꿈꾸는 밤도 전부 사라져가

mae-il (mae-il, mae-il) kkum-kku-neun bam-do jeon-bu sa-ra-jyeo-ga

배인 (배-배-배인) 향기가 떠나질 않아

bae-in (bae-bae-bae-in) hyang-gi-ga tteo-na-jil an-a

널 찾아 헤매는 날

neol chat-a he-mae-neun nal

구해줘 say whoa, nobody say whoa

gu-hae-jwo say whoa, nobody say whoa

전으로 돌아갈 순 없을 것 같아 (없을 것 같아)

jeon-eu-ro dol-a-gal sun eop-eul geos gat-a (eop-eul geos gat-a)

널 모르던 나 널 마주친 후에 난 (Oh, whoa)

neol mo-reu-deon na neol ma-ju-chin hu-e nan (Oh, whoa)

걷잡을 수 없이 더 갈망하게 되는걸

geot-jap-eul su eop-i deo gal-mang-ha-ge doe-neun-geol

Verse 5

난 마치 꿈에서 꿈을 꾼 듯이

nan ma-chi kkum-e-seo kkum-eul kkun deus-i

널 찾아서 헤매다 길을 잃어가

neol chat-a-seo he-mae-da gil-eul il-eo-ga

다신 깨지 못할 너란 꿈에 살아

da-sin kkae-ji mos-hal neo-ran kkum-e sal-a

Every day and night, I'm gon' chase you

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night)

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night)

Verse 6

네 흔적은 향기로 남아

ne heun-jeok-eun hyang-gi-ro nam-a

미친 사람처럼 너를 찾아 헤매다

mi-chin sa-ram-cheo-reom neo-reul chat-a he-mae-da

잠이 깨면 다시 또 제자리인걸

jam-i kkae-myeon da-si tto je-ja-ri-in-geol

Where you at? Where you at?

너는 어디에?

neo-neun eo-di-e?

Where you go? Where you go?

남겨 둔 채 넌

nam-gyeo dun chae neon

Comin' tonight

Verse 7

매일 밤 너를 찾아 헤매는 난 hey

mae-il bam neo-reul chat-a he-mae-neun nan hey

널 잊을 수가 없는걸

neol it-eul su-ga eop-neun-geol

난 마치 꿈에서 꿈을 꾼 듯이

nan ma-chi kkum-e-seo kkum-eul kkun deus-i

널 찾아서 헤매다 길을 잃어가

neol chat-a-seo he-mae-da gil-eul il-eo-ga

다신 깨지 못할 너란 꿈에 살아

da-sin kkae-ji mos-hal neo-ran kkum-e sal-a

Every day and night, I'm gon' chase you

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night)

Verse 8

I'm in love (oh- oh)

(I'm dream in a dream every night, hey)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"INCEPTION" (INCEPTION) 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 "INCEPTION" 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, "INCEPTION" 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 “INCEPTION”?

"INCEPTION" (INCEPTION) 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 “INCEPTION” 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 “INCEPTION”.

Performer (아티스트)ATEEZ
Album (앨범)ZERO: FEVER, Pt. 1
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 INCEPTION by ATEEZ?

"INCEPTION" 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 INCEPTION with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced INCEPTION by ATEEZ?

"INCEPTION" is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album "ZERO: FEVER, Pt. 1" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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