Sour Candy album artwork

Sour Candy

Sour Candy

Artist: BLACKPINK•Album: Chromatica
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English6% KR📅 2020Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Sour Candy” (Sour Candy) is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album Chromatica 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

So-sour candy

(So-sour candy)

I'm sour candy, so sweet, then I get a little angry, yeah

Sour candy, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

I'm super psycho, make you crazy when I turn the lights low

Sour candy, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Ask me to be nice, and then I'll do it extra mean

뜻밖의 표정 하나에 넌 당황하겠지

tteus-bak-ui pyo-jeong ha-na-e neon dang-hwang-ha-gess-ji

Chorus

이상적이란 말들로 날 포장한 건

i-sang-jeok-i-ran mal-deul-ro nal po-jang-han geon

너야 (너야), 너야 (너야)

neo-ya (neo-ya), neo-ya (neo-ya)

If you wanna fix me, then let's break up here and now

거리낌 없는 눈빛에 넌 거릴 두니까

geo-ri-kkim eop-neun nun-bit-e neon geo-ril du-ni-kka

툭 까보면 어김없이 소릴 질러, wow

tuk kka-bo-myeon eo-gim-eop-i so-ril jil-reo, wow

Uh-huh (uh-huh), uh-huh (oh, oh, oh-oh)

I'm hard on the outside, but if you give me time

Then I could make time for your love

Verse 3

I'm hard on the outside but if you see inside, inside, inside

I might be messed up, but I know what's love

You want a real taste, at least I'm not a fake

Come, come, unwrap me, come, come, unwrap me

I'll show you what's me, close your eyes, don't peek

Now I'm undressing, unwrap sour candy

Come, come, unwrap me, come, come, unwrap me

Come on, sour candy (oh, oh, oh-oh)

Verse 4

I'm hard on the outside, but if you give me time

Then I could make time for your love

I'm hard on the outside but if you see inside, inside, inside

I'm sour candy, so sweet, then I get a little angry, yeah

Sour candy, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

I'm super psycho, make you crazy when I turn the lights low

Sour candy, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Take a bite, take a bite, so-sour candy

Verse 5

Take a bite, take a bite, so-sour candy

Take a bite, take a bite, so-sour candy

Take a bite, take a bite (uh), sour candy

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Sour Candy” by BLACKPINK.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Sour Candy" (Sour Candy) by BLACKPINK 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 "Sour Candy" 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, "Sour Candy" highlights BLACKPINK'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 “Sour Candy”?

"Sour Candy" (Sour Candy) by BLACKPINK is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vul...

Q: How can I practice singing “Sour Candy” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Sour Candy”.

Performer (아티스트)BLACKPINK
Album (앨범)Chromatica
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under BLACKPINK 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 Sour Candy by BLACKPINK?

"Sour Candy" is performed by BLACKPINK. 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 Sour Candy with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Sour Candy by BLACKPINK?

"Sour Candy" is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album "Chromatica" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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