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Be the Light

Be the Light

Artist: Block B•Album: Very Good - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Be the Light” (Be the Light) is performed by Block B, released on the album Very Good - EP in 2013.

💡 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

어두 컴컴해 보이지 않아

eo-du keom-keom-hae bo-i-ji an-a

손 뻗었지만 바람만 부딪쳐와

son ppeot-eoss-ji-man ba-ram-man bu-dit-chyeo-wa

왠지 모르게 낯선 이곳

waen-ji mo-reu-ge nat-seon i-gos

초라함에 익숙해지네

cho-ra-ham-e ik-suk-hae-ji-ne

그림자처럼 지내

geu-rim-ja-cheo-reom ji-nae

한 번쯤 날 봐줄 거란 부질없는 기대와

han beon-jjeum nal bwa-jul geo-ran bu-jil-eop-neun gi-dae-wa

상상 속의 너와 밤새 나누는 대화

sang-sang sok-ui neo-wa bam-sae na-nu-neun dae-hwa

I deep inside of you

Chorus

I can't get over

오직 너만이

o-jik neo-man-i

내 주변을 밝혀

nae ju-byeon-eul bal-hyeo

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

까맣게 가려진 맘을 너로 밝혀줘 oh

kka-mat-ge ga-ryeo-jin mam-eul neo-ro bal-hyeo-jwo oh

얼어붙은 날 녹여

eol-eo-but-eun nal nok-yeo

지나치게 눈이 부셔서

ji-na-chi-ge nun-i bu-syeo-seo

딴 놈들 쳐다보지 못하게

ttan nom-deul chyeo-da-bo-ji mos-ha-ge

Verse 3

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

Shine your light on me baby

빛이 되어줘 uh-uh-uh-oh

bit-i doe-eo-jwo uh-uh-uh-oh

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

Shine your light on me baby

살짝 스치기만 해도 모든 걸 빼앗긴 기분이야

sal-jjak seu-chi-gi-man hae-do mo-deun geol ppae-as-gin gi-bun-i-ya

놓치고 싶지 않아

not-chi-go sip-ji an-a

숨처럼 내 곁에 늘 머물지만

sum-cheo-reom nae gyeot-e neul meo-mul-ji-man

Verse 4

만질 수 없어서

man-jil su eop-eo-seo

갈수록 더 애절해져

gal-su-rok deo ae-jeol-hae-jyeo

낮엔 태양이 되어 날 따사롭게 해 주며

nat-en tae-yang-i doe-eo nal tta-sa-rop-ge hae ju-myeo

밤엔 달로 변해서 황홀한 낭만을 줘

bam-en dal-ro byeon-hae-seo hwang-hol-han nang-man-eul jwo

저 멀리 반짝거리는 무언 갈

jeo meol-ri ban-jjak-geo-ri-neun mu-eon gal

쫓아 I can see in the dark

jjot-a I can see in the dark

비가 그치고 너가 날 비추는 날

bi-ga geu-chi-go neo-ga nal bi-chu-neun nal

우리 사랑은 다시 피어나

u-ri sa-rang-eun da-si pi-eo-na

Verse 5

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

까맣게 가려진 맘을 너로 밝혀줘 oh

kka-mat-ge ga-ryeo-jin mam-eul neo-ro bal-hyeo-jwo oh

얼어붙은 날 녹여

eol-eo-but-eun nal nok-yeo

지나치게 눈이 부셔서

ji-na-chi-ge nun-i bu-syeo-seo

딴 놈들 쳐다보지 못하게

ttan nom-deul chyeo-da-bo-ji mos-ha-ge

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

Shine your light on me baby

빛이 되어줘 oh-oh-oh

bit-i doe-eo-jwo oh-oh-oh

Verse 6

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

Shine your light on me baby

You always by my side, look

짙은 암흑 속에서 더 선명해지는

jit-eun am-heuk sok-e-seo deo seon-myeong-hae-ji-neun

네 모습 날 눈멀게 해

ne mo-seup nal nun-meol-ge hae

네 숨이 닿는 곳에 서성이며

ne sum-i dat-neun gos-e seo-seong-i-myeo

빈자리를 채워 나란 놈이 추억되게

bin-ja-ri-reul chae-wo na-ran nom-i chu-eok-doe-ge

제자리서 지켜보는 것만이

je-ja-ri-seo ji-kyeo-bo-neun geos-man-i

Verse 7

상처 없이 너를 소유하는 방식

sang-cheo eop-i neo-reul so-yu-ha-neun bang-sik

You're all I see and you're all I need

지금처럼만 있어줘 please

ji-geum-cheo-reom-man iss-eo-jwo please

빛이 되어줘 oh-huh

bit-i doe-eo-jwo oh-huh

두 손으로 눈앞을 가려도

du son-eu-ro nun-ap-eul ga-ryeo-do

널 지울 수는 없어

neol ji-ul su-neun eop-eo

빛이 되어줘

bit-i doe-eo-jwo

까맣게 가려진 맘을 너로 밝혀줘 oh-oh

kka-mat-ge ga-ryeo-jin mam-eul neo-ro bal-hyeo-jwo oh-oh

Verse 8

얼어붙은 날 녹여

eol-eo-but-eun nal nok-yeo

지나치게 눈이 부셔서

ji-na-chi-ge nun-i bu-syeo-seo

딴 놈들 쳐다보지 못하게

ttan nom-deul chyeo-da-bo-ji mos-ha-ge

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Be the Light” by Block B.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Be the Light" (Be the Light) by Block B 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 "Be the Light" 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, "Be the Light" highlights Block B'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 “Be the Light”?

"Be the Light" (Be the Light) by Block B is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional v...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Be the Light”.

Performer (아티스트)Block B
Album (앨범)Very Good - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Block B 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 Be the Light by Block B?

"Be the Light" is performed by Block B. 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 Be the Light by Block B?

"Be the Light" is performed by Block B, released on the album "Very Good - EP" in 2013. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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