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Pretty Savage

Pretty Savage

Artist: BLACKPINK•Album: THE ALBUM
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English20% KR📅 2020K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Pretty Savage” (Pretty Savage) is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album THE ALBUM 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

Uh-huh, uh-huh

Uh-huh, uh-huh (prrr)

BLACKPINK in your area

Uh-huh, uh-huh

BLACKPINK in your area

Uh-huh, uh-huh

비슷한 것 같지 우린 뼛속까지 다름

bi-seus-han geos gat-ji u-rin ppyeos-sok-kka-ji da-reum

아이 창피하다가도 멍석 깔면 바름

a-i chang-pi-ha-da-ga-do meong-seok kkal-myeon ba-reum

Chorus

Born skinny, bitch, 암만 살쪄도 난 마름

Born skinny, bitch, am-man sal-jjyeo-do nan ma-reum

계산은 느려도 눈치는 빠름

gye-san-eun neu-ryeo-do nun-chi-neun ppa-reum

인기를 논하자면 안 해 입만 아픔

in-gi-reul non-ha-ja-myeon an hae ip-man a-peum

F boys, not my boys 싹둑싹둑 자름

F boys, not my boys ssak-duk-ssak-duk ja-reum

우리 이름 틀린다면 뚜두뚜두 맞음

u-ri i-reum teul-rin-da-myeon ttu-du-ttu-du mat-eum

Drip, drip, ice it out, bust it down, top to the bottom

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh)

검은색 분홍빛이

geom-eun-saek bun-hong-bit-i

Verse 3

All up in it, make it lit, like

(Oh, oh-oh-oh)

Yeah, we some bitches you can't manage

또 이 어려운 걸 해내지

tto i eo-ryeo-un geol hae-nae-ji

우린 예쁘장한 savage

u-rin ye-ppeu-jang-han savage

We some 예쁘장한 savage

We some ye-ppeu-jang-han savage

(Ooh) Bah-dah-bah-bah

You better run, run, run

Verse 4

(Ooh) Bah-dah-bah-bah

You better run, run, run

All my diamonds, they yellow or bright white (bling)

Got 'em blind, can't find me, I'm outta sight (sight)

If you mad, stay mad, we not alike (uh-uh)

S-A-V-A-G-E, keep it pretty, pretty savage

비슷한 걸 걸쳤지만 자태부터 다름

bi-seus-han geol geol-chyeoss-ji-man ja-tae-bu-teo da-reum

짠 하고 나타나면 카펫부터 깔음

jjan ha-go na-ta-na-myeon ka-pes-bu-teo kkal-eum

Verse 5

BLACK 했다 PINK 했다 내 맘대로 바꿈

BLACK haess-da PINK haess-da nae mam-dae-ro ba-kkum

네 질투가 문제야, maybe I'm the problem

ne jil-tu-ga mun-je-ya, maybe I'm the problem

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh)

검은색 분홍빛이

geom-eun-saek bun-hong-bit-i

All up in it, make it rain, like

(Oh, oh-oh-oh)

Yeah, we some bitches you can't manage

또 이 어려운 걸 해내지

tto i eo-ryeo-un geol hae-nae-ji

Verse 6

우린 예쁘장한 savage

u-rin ye-ppeu-jang-han savage

We some 예쁘장한 savage

We some ye-ppeu-jang-han savage

(Ooh) Bah-dah-bah-bah

You better run, run, run

(Ooh) Bah-dah-bah-bah

You better run, run, run

All my diamonds, they yellow or bright white (bling)

Got 'em blind, can't find me, I'm outta sight (sight)

Verse 7

If you mad, stay mad, we not alike (uh-uh)

S-A-V-A-G-E, keep it pretty, pretty savage

Pretty girl (pretty girl)

웃어주지만 마냥 약하진 않아

us-eo-ju-ji-man ma-nyang yak-ha-jin an-a

And I wish you would (wish you would)

비바람이 불수록 더 높이 날아

bi-ba-ram-i bul-su-rok deo nop-i nal-a

I got nothin' left to say to you

원하면 보여줄게 attitude

won-ha-myeon bo-yeo-jul-ge attitude

Verse 8

굳이 말 안 해도 다 알잖아

gut-i mal an hae-do da al-jan-a

You know

Savage (봐도 봐도 예쁘장한)

Savage (bwa-do bwa-do ye-ppeu-jang-han)

Savage (so pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty)

Savage (봐도 봐도 예쁘장한)

Savage (bwa-do bwa-do ye-ppeu-jang-han)

Savage (so pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Pretty Savage" (Pretty Savage) 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 "Pretty Savage" 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, "Pretty Savage" 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 “Pretty Savage”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Pretty Savage” 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 “Pretty Savage”.

Performer (아티스트)BLACKPINK
Album (앨범)THE ALBUM
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 Pretty Savage by BLACKPINK?

"Pretty Savage" 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 Pretty Savage with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Pretty Savage by BLACKPINK?

"Pretty Savage" is performed by BLACKPINK, released on the album "THE ALBUM" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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