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The Leaders

The Leaders

Artist: ATEEZ•Album: ZERO : FEVER, Pt. 2
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English47% KR📅 2021K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“The Leaders” (The Leaders) is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album ZERO : FEVER, Pt. 2 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

Ay, ay, ooh

Hold up, hold up, hold up, hold up (ay, yeah)

Drr, drr

Okay, okay, okay, oh

선도부다 wait wait (yes, sir)

seon-do-bu-da wait wait (yes, sir)

손들어라 wait wait (yeah yeah)

son-deul-eo-ra wait wait (yeah yeah)

나쁜 건 나빠 man (yeah yeah)

na-ppeun geon na-ppa man (yeah yeah)

말 들어 뉴 꼰대 (yes, sir)

mal deul-eo nyu kkon-dae (yes, sir)

Chorus

Hold up

널 이끄는 황야의 리더

neol i-kkeu-neun hwang-ya-ui ri-deo

Hold up

나쁜 건 나쁜 거 아입니까

na-ppeun geon na-ppeun geo a-ip-ni-kka

Wait a second, woo

숨이 턱까지 딱

sum-i teok-kka-ji ttak

아파 내 맘

a-pa nae mam

아픈 데는 빨간약

a-peun de-neun ppal-gan-yak

Verse 3

소리는 악

so-ri-neun ak

따가워 소리 질러

tta-ga-wo so-ri jil-reo

오늘도 nah

o-neul-do nah

나쁜 건 나쁜 거다

na-ppeun geon na-ppeun geo-da

위에 더 위에

wi-e deo wi-e

서 차렷 서 집합해 yeah

seo cha-ryeos seo jip-hap-hae yeah

전부 내 뒤에

jeon-bu nae dwi-e

쉿 조용 쉿 따라 해 (yeah yeah)

swis jo-yong swis tta-ra hae (yeah yeah)

Verse 4

집중해 지금

jip-jung-hae ji-geum

내 시도가 도시를 바꿔놨지

nae si-do-ga do-si-reul ba-kkwo-nwass-ji

그 말마따나 조용히 시키는 대로만 하면 돼

geu mal-ma-tta-na jo-yong-hi si-ki-neun dae-ro-man ha-myeon dwae

용기 패기 객기

yong-gi pae-gi gaek-gi

몸엔 black suit and tie

mom-en black suit and tie

오른팔엔 완장 tight

o-reun-pal-en wan-jang tight

롤리 대신 롤리팝

rol-ri dae-sin rol-ri-pap

지금부터 긴장 빡

ji-geum-bu-teo gin-jang ppak

Verse 5

선도부다 wait wait (yes, sir)

seon-do-bu-da wait wait (yes, sir)

손들어라 wait wait (yeah yeah)

son-deul-eo-ra wait wait (yeah yeah)

나쁜 건 나빠 man (yeah yeah)

na-ppeun geon na-ppa man (yeah yeah)

말 들어 뉴 꼰대 (yes, sir)

mal deul-eo nyu kkon-dae (yes, sir)

Hold up

널 이끄는 황야의 리더

neol i-kkeu-neun hwang-ya-ui ri-deo

Hold up

나쁜 건 나쁜 거 아입니까

na-ppeun geon na-ppeun geo a-ip-ni-kka

Verse 6

무슨 말을 해

mu-seun mal-eul hae

안타까운 게

an-ta-kka-un ge

하나도 안 멋져

ha-na-do an meos-jyeo

중2병 같아

jung-2-byeong gat-a

내 몸에 딱 맞는 옷이 제일 예뻐 aye

nae mom-e ttak mat-neun os-i je-il ye-ppeo aye

무슨 이름값 그런 거 안 믿어

mu-seun i-reum-gap geu-reon geo an mit-eo

체크카드 들이밀어

che-keu-ka-deu deul-i-mil-eo

지금 이 순간 부로 모두 임명하노라

ji-geum i sun-gan bu-ro mo-du im-myeong-ha-no-ra

Verse 7

We are the leaders (we are the leaders)

선도해 every day, every night, every

seon-do-hae every day, every night, every

Whatever, going it up

고이 모셔

go-i mo-syeo

Yeah, I'm the leader, both captain

남달라 성이

nam-dal-ra seong-i

멋대로 줄 세워도 우린 항상 처음이지

meos-dae-ro jul se-wo-do u-rin hang-sang cheo-eum-i-ji

기준 앞뒤 좌우로 나란히

gi-jun ap-dwi jwa-u-ro na-ran-hi

Verse 8

다 정숙해 정숙하고 손들어 찔리면

da jeong-suk-hae jeong-suk-ha-go son-deul-eo jjil-ri-myeon

너는 겉멋이 죄 너는 언행이 죄

neo-neun geot-meos-i joe neo-neun eon-haeng-i joe

별점 받기 전에 벌점이 답인 애

byeol-jeom bat-gi jeon-e beol-jeom-i dap-in ae

후덜덜 손바닥 맴매

hu-deol-deol son-ba-dak maem-mae

난 여기까지만 선생님

nan yeo-gi-kka-ji-man seon-saeng-nim

몸엔 black suit and tie

mom-en black suit and tie

오른팔엔 완장 tight

o-reun-pal-en wan-jang tight

롤리 대신 롤리팝

rol-ri dae-sin rol-ri-pap

Verse 9

지금부터 긴장 빡

ji-geum-bu-teo gin-jang ppak

선도부다 wait wait (yes, sir)

seon-do-bu-da wait wait (yes, sir)

손들어라 wait wait (yeah yeah)

son-deul-eo-ra wait wait (yeah yeah)

나쁜 건 나빠 man (yeah yeah)

na-ppeun geon na-ppa man (yeah yeah)

말 들어 뉴 꼰대 (yes, sir)

mal deul-eo nyu kkon-dae (yes, sir)

Hold up

널 이끄는 황야의 리더

neol i-kkeu-neun hwang-ya-ui ri-deo

Hold up

Verse 10

나쁜 건 나쁜 거 아입니까

na-ppeun geon na-ppeun geo a-ip-ni-kka

선도부 대박 터질듯해

seon-do-bu dae-bak teo-jil-deus-hae

We rock this world 선도 everyday

We rock this world seon-do everyday

선도부 대박 터질듯해

seon-do-bu dae-bak teo-jil-deus-hae

Okay, okay, okay, oh

선도부다 wait wait (yes, sir)

seon-do-bu-da wait wait (yes, sir)

손들어라 wait wait (yeah yeah)

son-deul-eo-ra wait wait (yeah yeah)

나쁜 건 나빠 man (yeah yeah)

na-ppeun geon na-ppa man (yeah yeah)

Verse 11

말 들어 뉴 꼰대 (yes, sir)

mal deul-eo nyu kkon-dae (yes, sir)

선도부다 wait wait (yes, sir)

seon-do-bu-da wait wait (yes, sir)

손들어라 wait wait (yeah yeah)

son-deul-eo-ra wait wait (yeah yeah)

나쁜 건 나빠 man (yeah yeah)

na-ppeun geon na-ppa man (yeah yeah)

말 들어 뉴 꼰대 (yes, sir)

mal deul-eo nyu kkon-dae (yes, sir)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"The Leaders" (The Leaders) 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 "The Leaders" 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, "The Leaders" 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 “The Leaders”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “The Leaders” 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 “The Leaders”.

Performer (아티스트)ATEEZ
Album (앨범)ZERO : FEVER, Pt. 2
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 The Leaders by ATEEZ?

"The Leaders" 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 The Leaders with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced The Leaders by ATEEZ?

"The Leaders" is performed by ATEEZ, released on the album "ZERO : FEVER, Pt. 2" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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