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Don't Know What To Do

Don't Know What To Do

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English42% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Don't Know What To Do (Don't Know What To Do) is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album KILL THIS LOVE - EP in 2019.

💡 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

잠깐 (잠깐) 누가 시간을 좀 멈춰봐 (멈춰봐)

jam-kkan (jam-kkan) nu-ga si-gan-eul jom meom-chwo-bwa (meom-chwo-bwa)

뭔가 (뭔가) 크게 어긋난 걸 난 느껴 (난 느껴)

mwon-ga (mwon-ga) keu-ge eo-geus-nan geol nan neu-kkyeo (nan neu-kkyeo)

애써 (애써) 어색하게 웃어보다 (어색하게 웃어보다)

ae-sseo (ae-sseo) eo-saek-ha-ge us-eo-bo-da (eo-saek-ha-ge us-eo-bo-da)

이젠 (이젠) 그런 내가 안쓰러워

i-jen (i-jen) geu-reon nae-ga an-sseu-reo-wo

아냐 괜찮다고 말하지만

a-nya gwaen-chan-da-go mal-ha-ji-man

Don't know what to do without you

하찮은 이곳에 홀로 남아

ha-chan-eun i-gos-e hol-ro nam-a

그려본 네 기억은 blue

geu-ryeo-bon ne gi-eok-eun blue

사람은 변해 왜 나만 이래

sa-ram-eun byeon-hae wae na-man i-rae

오늘처럼 예쁜 날에

o-neul-cheo-reom ye-ppeun nal-e

어떻게 이렇게 모든 게 벅차기만 해

eo-tteot-ge i-reot-ge mo-deun ge beok-cha-gi-man hae

Don't know what to do

I don't know what to do without you, yeah

I don't know what to do without you, yeah

I don't know what to do without

You, you, you

You know, I don't know what to do

Don't know what to do

잠깐 (잠깐) 왔다 떠난 사람들처럼 (떠난 사람들처럼)

jam-kkan (jam-kkan) wass-da tteo-nan sa-ram-deul-cheo-reom (tteo-nan sa-ram-deul-cheo-reom)

그냥 (그냥) 우린 아니었던 거지 뭐 (아니었던 거지 뭐)

geu-nyang (geu-nyang) u-rin a-ni-eoss-deon geo-ji mwo (a-ni-eoss-deon geo-ji mwo)

혹시라도 전화가 울릴까 봐

hok-si-ra-do jeon-hwa-ga ul-ril-kka bwa

괜한 기댈 하는 내가 미워

gwaen-han gi-dael ha-neun nae-ga mi-wo

자꾸 똑딱 거리는 시계 소리가

ja-kku ttok-ttak geo-ri-neun si-gye so-ri-ga

유난히 거슬려

yu-nan-hi geo-seul-ryeo

꽤나 멀쩡해 보이지만

kkwae-na meol-jjeong-hae bo-i-ji-man

Don't know what to do without you

이런 내 맘 거울에 들킬까 봐

i-reon nae mam geo-ul-e deul-kil-kka bwa

그려본 내 입술은 blue

geu-ryeo-bon nae ip-sul-eun blue

혼자가 편해 난 그냥 그래

hon-ja-ga pyeon-hae nan geu-nyang geu-rae

오늘처럼 예쁜 날에

o-neul-cheo-reom ye-ppeun nal-e

어떻게 이렇게 모든 게 벅차기만 해

eo-tteot-ge i-reot-ge mo-deun ge beok-cha-gi-man hae

Don't know what to do

I don't know what to do without you, yeah

I don't know what to do without you, yeah

I don't know what to do without

You, you, you

You know, I don't know what to do

Don't know what to do without you

아냐, 괜찮다고 말하지만

a-nya, gwaen-chan-da-go mal-ha-ji-man

Don't know what to do without you

하찮은 이곳에 홀로 남아

ha-chan-eun i-gos-e hol-ro nam-a

그려본 네 기억은 blue

geu-ryeo-bon ne gi-eok-eun blue

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Don't Know What To Do by BLACKPINK.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Don't Know What To Do" (Don't Know What To Do) 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 "Don't Know What To Do" 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, "Don't Know What To Do" 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 “Don't Know What To Do”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Don't Know What To Do.

Performer (아티스트)BLACKPINK
Album (앨범)KILL THIS LOVE - EP
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 Don't Know What To Do by BLACKPINK?

"Don't Know What To Do" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Don't Know What To Do by BLACKPINK?

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