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Hope Not

Hope Not

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English79% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Hope Not (Hope Not) 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

시원한 바람 부는 창가에 앉아

si-won-han ba-ram bu-neun chang-ga-e an-a

먼 하늘 바라보며 너를 그려 난

meon ha-neul ba-ra-bo-myeo neo-reul geu-ryeo nan

어쩔 수 없는 난 바보인가 봐 (바보인가 봐)

eo-jjeol su eop-neun nan ba-bo-in-ga bwa (ba-bo-in-ga bwa)

사계절이 바뀌어도 변하지 않아

sa-gye-jeol-i ba-kkwi-eo-do byeon-ha-ji an-a

후회한 들 소용없다 해도

hu-hoe-han deul so-yong-eop-da hae-do

난 널 애타게 생각해 (I was wrong)

nan neol ae-ta-ge saeng-gak-hae (I was wrong)

아무 일도 없는 것처럼

a-mu il-do eop-neun geos-cheo-reom

웃어줄게 널 만나면

us-eo-jul-ge neol man-na-myeon

For you 난 아파도 좋아

For you nan a-pa-do jot-a

함께하는 동안 너에게

ham-kke-ha-neun dong-an neo-e-ge

상처만 남겨준 나니까

sang-cheo-man nam-gyeo-jun na-ni-kka

But you 네가 원한 사랑

But you ne-ga won-han sa-rang

나보다 나은 사람 만나 행복해

na-bo-da na-eun sa-ram man-na haeng-bok-hae

날 잊을 만큼 만은 아니길

nal it-eul man-keum man-eun a-ni-gil

저 고요한 달빛에 잠 못 드는 밤

jeo go-yo-han dal-bit-e jam mos deu-neun bam

아무리 기다려도 넌 오질 않아

a-mu-ri gi-da-ryeo-do neon o-jil an-a

내 옆엔 초라한 빈자리 하나 (빈자리 하나)

nae yeop-en cho-ra-han bin-ja-ri ha-na (bin-ja-ri ha-na)

난 더 이상 혼자가 낯설지 않아

nan deo i-sang hon-ja-ga nat-seol-ji an-a

후회한 들 소용없다 해도

hu-hoe-han deul so-yong-eop-da hae-do

난 널 애타게 생각해 (I was wrong)

nan neol ae-ta-ge saeng-gak-hae (I was wrong)

아무 일도 없는 것처럼

a-mu il-do eop-neun geos-cheo-reom

웃어줄게 널 만나면

us-eo-jul-ge neol man-na-myeon

For you 난 아파도 좋아

For you nan a-pa-do jot-a

함께하는 동안 너에게

ham-kke-ha-neun dong-an neo-e-ge

상처만 남겨준 나니까

sang-cheo-man nam-gyeo-jun na-ni-kka

But you 네가 원한 사랑

But you ne-ga won-han sa-rang

나보다 나은 사람 만나 행복해

na-bo-da na-eun sa-ram man-na haeng-bok-hae

날 잊을 만큼 만은 아니길

nal it-eul man-keum man-eun a-ni-gil

Ye-ye-ye-yeah (만은 아니길)

Ye-ye-ye-yeah (man-eun a-ni-gil)

Ye-ye-ye-yeah

Ye-ye-ye-yeah (만은 아니길)

Ye-ye-ye-yeah (man-eun a-ni-gil)

Ye-ye-ye-yeah

여전히 이곳에서 널 잊지 못해

yeo-jeon-hi i-gos-e-seo neol it-ji mos-hae

For you 난 아파도 좋아

For you nan a-pa-do jot-a

함께하는 동안 너에게

ham-kke-ha-neun dong-an neo-e-ge

상처만 남겨준 나니까

sang-cheo-man nam-gyeo-jun na-ni-kka

But you 네가 원한 사랑

But you ne-ga won-han sa-rang

나보다 나은 사람 만나 행복해

na-bo-da na-eun sa-ram man-na haeng-bok-hae

날 잊을 만큼 만은 아니길

nal it-eul man-keum man-eun a-ni-gil

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Hope Not by BLACKPINK.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Hope Not" (Hope Not) 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 "Hope Not" 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, "Hope Not" 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 “Hope Not”?

"Hope Not" (Hope Not) by BLACKPINK is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnera...

Q: How can I practice singing “Hope Not” 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 Hope Not.

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 Hope Not by BLACKPINK?

"Hope Not" 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 Hope Not with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Hope Not with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=hope-not, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Hope Not by BLACKPINK?

"Hope Not" is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album "KILL THIS LOVE - EP" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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