Monster album artwork

Monster

Monster

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English67% KR📅 2012K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Monster (Monster) is performed by BIGBANG, released on the album Special Edition 'Still Alive' in 2012.

💡 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

오랜만이야 못 본 사이

o-raen-man-i-ya mos bon sa-i

그댄 얼굴이 좋아 보여

geu-daen eol-gul-i jot-a bo-yeo

예뻐졌다

ye-ppeo-jyeoss-da

넌 항상 내 눈엔 원래 고와 보여

neon hang-sang nae nun-en won-rae go-wa bo-yeo

근데 오늘따라 조금 달라 보여

geun-de o-neul-tta-ra jo-geum dal-ra bo-yeo

유난히 뭔가 더 차가워 보여

yu-nan-hi mwon-ga deo cha-ga-wo bo-yeo

나를 보는 눈빛이 동정에 가득 차 있어

na-reul bo-neun nun-bit-i dong-jeong-e ga-deuk cha iss-eo

네 앞에서 난 작아 보여

ne ap-e-seo nan jak-a bo-yeo

괜찮은 척

gwaen-chan-eun cheok

애써 대 화주제를 바꿔버려

ae-sseo dae hwa-ju-je-reul ba-kkwo-beo-ryeo

묻고 싶은 말은 많은데

mut-go sip-eun mal-eun man-eun-de

넌 딱 잘라버려

neon ttak jal-ra-beo-ryeo

네 긴 머린 찰랑거려

ne gin meo-rin chal-rang-geo-ryeo

내 볼을 때리곤 스쳐지나

nae bol-eul ttae-ri-gon seu-chyeo-ji-na

뒤돌아선 곧장 가버려 여기서

dwi-dol-a-seon got-jang ga-beo-ryeo yeo-gi-seo

널 잡으면 우스워지나

neol jap-eu-myeon u-seu-wo-ji-na

아무 말도 떠오르지 않죠

a-mu mal-do tteo-o-reu-ji an-jyo

떨면서, 넌 한두 발짝 뒤로

tteol-myeon-seo, neon han-du bal-jjak dwi-ro

이젠 내가 무섭단 그 말

i-jen nae-ga mu-seop-dan geu mal

날 미치게 하는 너란 달

nal mi-chi-ge ha-neun neo-ran dal

I love you, baby, I'm not a monster

넌 알잖아 예전 내 모습을

neon al-jan-a ye-jeon nae mo-seup-eul

시간이 지나면 사라져 버릴 텐데

si-gan-i ji-na-myeon sa-ra-jyeo beo-ril ten-de

그 땐 알 텐데, baby

geu ttaen al ten-de, baby

I need you, baby, I'm not a monster

날 알잖아, 이렇게 가지 마

nal al-jan-a, i-reot-ge ga-ji ma

너 마저 버리면 난 죽어버릴 텐데

neo ma-jeo beo-ri-myeon nan juk-eo-beo-ril ten-de

I'm not a monster

무슨 일이 있어도 영원하자고

mu-seun il-i iss-eo-do yeong-won-ha-ja-go

슬플 때도 기쁠 때도 끝까지 하자고

seul-peul ttae-do gi-ppeul ttae-do kkeut-kka-ji ha-ja-go

You don't say that tomorrow

오늘이 마지막인 것처럼 사랑하자고

o-neul-i ma-ji-mak-in geos-cheo-reom sa-rang-ha-ja-go

Yeah, 너 없는 삶은 종신형

Yeah, neo eop-neun sal-eun jong-sin-hyeong

세상과 단절돼 돌 지경이야

se-sang-gwa dan-jeol-dwae dol ji-gyeong-i-ya

너란 존재는 고질병 시련의 연속

neo-ran jon-jae-neun go-jil-byeong si-ryeon-ui yeon-sok

마음 속 미련이야

ma-eum sok mi-ryeon-i-ya

세상 사람들이 내게 돌린 등 모든 것이

se-sang sa-ram-deul-i nae-ge dol-rin deung mo-deun geos-i

베베 꼬여있던 눈초리들

be-be kko-yeo-iss-deon nun-cho-ri-deul

내게 가장 큰 아픔은 (아픔은)

nae-ge ga-jang keun a-peum-eun (a-peum-eun)

네가 그들 같아졌단 것뿐

ne-ga geu-deul gat-a-jyeoss-dan geos-ppun

I love you, baby, I'm not a monster

넌 알잖아 예전 내 모습을

neon al-jan-a ye-jeon nae mo-seup-eul

시간이 지나면 사라져 버릴 텐데

si-gan-i ji-na-myeon sa-ra-jyeo beo-ril ten-de

그 땐 알 텐데, baby

geu ttaen al ten-de, baby

I need you, baby, I'm not a monster

날 알잖아, 이렇게 가지 마

nal al-jan-a, i-reot-ge ga-ji ma

너 마저 버리면 난 죽어버릴 텐데

neo ma-jeo beo-ri-myeon nan juk-eo-beo-ril ten-de

I'm not a monster

가지 마, 가지 마, 가지 마 떠나지 말아

ga-ji ma, ga-ji ma, ga-ji ma tteo-na-ji mal-a

하지 마, 하지 마, 하지 마 너 같지않아

ha-ji ma, ha-ji ma, ha-ji ma neo gat-ji-an-a

멀어진 채로 사랑은 걸러진 채로

meol-eo-jin chae-ro sa-rang-eun geol-reo-jin chae-ro

찾지 마, 찾지 마, 찾지 마 날 찾지 말아

chat-ji ma, chat-ji ma, chat-ji ma nal chat-ji mal-a

마지막, 마지막, 마지막 네 앞에 서 있는

ma-ji-mak, ma-ji-mak, ma-ji-mak ne ap-e seo iss-neun

내 모습을 기억해줘, 날 잊지 말아줘

nae mo-seup-eul gi-eok-hae-jwo, nal it-ji mal-a-jwo

I love you, baby, I'm not a monster

넌 알잖아 예전 내 모습을

neon al-jan-a ye-jeon nae mo-seup-eul

시간이 지나면 사라져 버릴 텐데

si-gan-i ji-na-myeon sa-ra-jyeo beo-ril ten-de

그 땐 알 텐데, baby

geu ttaen al ten-de, baby

I need you, baby, I'm not a monster

날 알잖아, 이렇게 가지 마

nal al-jan-a, i-reot-ge ga-ji ma

너 마저 버리면 난 죽어버릴 텐데

neo ma-jeo beo-ri-myeon nan juk-eo-beo-ril ten-de

I'm not a monster

I think I'm sick

I think I'm sick

I think I'm sick

I think I'm sick

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Monster by BIGBANG.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Monster" (Monster) by BIGBANG 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 "Monster" 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, "Monster" highlights BIGBANG'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 “Monster”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Monster” 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 Monster.

Performer (아티스트)BIGBANG
Album (앨범)Special Edition 'Still Alive'
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under BIGBANG and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monster, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Monster by BIGBANG?

"Monster" is performed by BIGBANG. 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 Monster with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Monster with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=bigbang-monster, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Monster by BIGBANG?

"Monster" is performed by BIGBANG, released on the album "Special Edition 'Still Alive'" in 2012. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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