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PLAYING WITH FIRE

PLAYING WITH FIRE

Artist: BLACKPINKAlbum: SQUARE TWO - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English52% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

PLAYING WITH FIRE (PLAYING WITH FIRE) is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album SQUARE TWO - EP in 2016.

💡 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

우리 엄만 매일 내게 말했어 언제나 남자 조심하라고

u-ri eom-man mae-il nae-ge mal-haess-eo eon-je-na nam-ja jo-sim-ha-ra-go

사랑은 마치 불장난 같아서 다치니까, eh

sa-rang-eun ma-chi bul-jang-nan gat-a-seo da-chi-ni-kka, eh

엄마 말이 꼭 맞을지도 몰라, 널 보면 내 맘이 뜨겁게 달아올라

eom-ma mal-i kkok mat-eul-ji-do mol-ra, neol bo-myeon nae mam-i tteu-geop-ge dal-a-ol-ra

두려움보단 널 향한 끌림이 더 크니까, eh

du-ryeo-um-bo-dan neol hyang-han kkeul-rim-i deo keu-ni-kka, eh

멈출 수 없는 이 떨림은 on and on and on

meom-chul su eop-neun i tteol-rim-eun on and on and on

내 전부를 너란 세상에 다 던지고 싶어

nae jeon-bu-reul neo-ran se-sang-e da deon-ji-go sip-eo

Look at me, look at me now, 이렇게 넌 날 애태우고 있잖아

Look at me, look at me now, i-reot-ge neon nal ae-tae-u-go iss-jan-a

끌 수 없어, 우리 사랑은 불장난

kkeul su eop-eo, u-ri sa-rang-eun bul-jang-nan

(Uh-oh, uh-oh) my love is on fire, ooh

Now burn, baby, burn (불장난)

Now burn, baby, burn (bul-jang-nan)

(Uh-oh, uh-oh) my love is on fire, ooh

So don't play with me, boy (불장난)

So don't play with me, boy (bul-jang-nan)

Oh no, 난 이미 멀리 와버렸는걸

Oh no, nan i-mi meol-ri wa-beo-ryeoss-neun-geol

어느새 이 모든 게 장난이 아닌 걸

eo-neu-sae i mo-deun ge jang-nan-i a-nin geol

사랑이란 빨간 불씨

sa-rang-i-ran ppal-gan bul-ssi

불어라 바람 더 커져가는 불길

bul-eo-ra ba-ram deo keo-jyeo-ga-neun bul-gil

이게 약인지 독인지 우리 엄마도 몰라

i-ge yak-in-ji dok-in-ji u-ri eom-ma-do mol-ra

내 맘 도둑인데 왜 경찰도 몰라

nae mam do-duk-in-de wae gyeong-chal-do mol-ra

불 붙은 내 심장에 더 부어라 너란 기름

bul but-eun nae sim-jang-e deo bu-eo-ra neo-ran gi-reum

Kiss him? Will I diss him? I don't know but I miss him

중독을 넘어선 이 사랑은 crack

jung-dok-eul neom-eo-seon i sa-rang-eun crack

내 심장의 색깔은 black (ah)

nae sim-jang-ui saek-kkal-eun black (ah)

멈출 수 없는 이 떨림은 on and on and on

meom-chul su eop-neun i tteol-rim-eun on and on and on

내 전부를 너란 불길 속으로 던지고 싶어

nae jeon-bu-reul neo-ran bul-gil sok-eu-ro deon-ji-go sip-eo

Look at me, look at me now, 이렇게 넌 날 애태우고 있잖아

Look at me, look at me now, i-reot-ge neon nal ae-tae-u-go iss-jan-a

끌 수 없어, 우리 사랑은 불장난

kkeul su eop-eo, u-ri sa-rang-eun bul-jang-nan

(Uh-oh, uh-oh) my love is on fire, ooh

Now burn, baby, burn (불장난)

Now burn, baby, burn (bul-jang-nan)

(Uh-oh, uh-oh) my love is on fire, ooh

So don't play with me, boy (불장난)

So don't play with me, boy (bul-jang-nan)

걷잡을 수가 없는 걸

geot-jap-eul su-ga eop-neun geol

너무나 빨리 퍼져 가는 이 불길

neo-mu-na ppal-ri peo-jyeo ga-neun i bul-gil

이런 날 멈추지 마

i-reon nal meom-chu-ji ma

이 사랑이 오늘 밤을 태워버리게, ooh-ooh

i sa-rang-i o-neul bam-eul tae-wo-beo-ri-ge, ooh-ooh

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind PLAYING WITH FIRE by BLACKPINK.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"PLAYING WITH FIRE" (PLAYING WITH FIRE) 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 "PLAYING WITH FIRE" 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, "PLAYING WITH FIRE" 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 “PLAYING WITH FIRE”?

"PLAYING WITH FIRE" (PLAYING WITH FIRE) by BLACKPINK is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection,...

Q: How can I practice singing “PLAYING WITH FIRE” 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 PLAYING WITH FIRE.

Performer (아티스트)BLACKPINK
Album (앨범)SQUARE TWO - 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 PLAYING WITH FIRE by BLACKPINK?

"PLAYING WITH FIRE" 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 PLAYING WITH FIRE with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced PLAYING WITH FIRE by BLACKPINK?

"PLAYING WITH FIRE" is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album "SQUARE TWO - EP" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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