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But Sometimes

But Sometimes

Artist: BOYNEXTDOORAlbum: WHY.. - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2023K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

But Sometimes (But Sometimes) is performed by BOYNEXTDOOR, released on the album WHY.. - EP in 2023.

💡 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

입이 거친 게 싫다던 너 때문에

ip-i geo-chin ge sil-da-deon neo ttae-mun-e

화가 나도 욕을 못 하고

hwa-ga na-do yok-eul mos ha-go

너 기대라고 넓혀놓은 내 어깨는 이젠

neo gi-dae-ra-go neol-hyeo-not-eun nae eo-kkae-neun i-jen

지하철 속 장애물일 뿐이야

ji-ha-cheol sok jang-ae-mul-il ppun-i-ya

You're so bad, you know 뻔뻔하게

You're so bad, you know ppeon-ppeon-ha-ge

거짓말로 돌려막고

geo-jis-mal-ro dol-ryeo-mak-go

낯선 향기만 묻혀오니

nat-seon hyang-gi-man mut-hyeo-o-ni

사랑 따위 하지 말지

sa-rang tta-wi ha-ji mal-ji

그래 오히려 좋지

geu-rae o-hi-ryeo jot-ji

시원하게 욕이나 뱉지

si-won-ha-ge yok-i-na baet-ji

I swear you never regret it

나만 바보였지

na-man ba-bo-yeoss-ji

다 뭣 같아

da mwos gat-a

다정했던 사진 속 네 모습이

da-jeong-haess-deon sa-jin sok ne mo-seup-i

다 똑같아

da ttok-gat-a

이번엔 다를 거라 했었던 말도

i-beon-en da-reul geo-ra haess-eoss-deon mal-do

Sometime 꺼져버려 제발

Sometime kkeo-jyeo-beo-ryeo je-bal

But sometimes 네가 보고 싶다

But sometimes ne-ga bo-go sip-da

Yeah, okay cut, I'm out 이게 마지막 에피소드

Yeah, okay cut, I'm out i-ge ma-ji-mak e-pi-so-deu

홀가분하게 밀린 영화 드라마 때리고

hol-ga-bun-ha-ge mil-rin yeong-hwa deu-ra-ma ttae-ri-go

헌신짝 됐으니 다 새로 꾸며야지

heon-sin-jjak dwaess-eu-ni da sae-ro kku-myeo-ya-ji

옷차림도 머리도 걷는 폼까지도

os-cha-rim-do meo-ri-do geot-neun pom-kka-ji-do

(Alright) 그래 네가 못된 게 아냐

(Alright) geu-rae ne-ga mos-doen ge a-nya

내가 못났다 치자

nae-ga mos-nass-da chi-ja

(Alright) 좋은 친구로는 못 남겠다, da-la, la-la

(Alright) jot-eun chin-gu-ro-neun mos nam-gess-da, da-la, la-la

I'm so dumb, you know 멍청하게

I'm so dumb, you know meong-cheong-ha-ge

네 번호 하나 못 지우고

ne beon-ho ha-na mos ji-u-go

멀쩡하겠니 생각해 봐

meol-jjeong-ha-gess-ni saeng-gak-hae bwa

사랑 따위 하지 말지

sa-rang tta-wi ha-ji mal-ji

그래 오히려 좋지

geu-rae o-hi-ryeo jot-ji

시원하게 욕이나 뱉지

si-won-ha-ge yok-i-na baet-ji

같잖은 눈물 말고

gat-jan-eun nun-mul mal-go

네 진심이 뭔데

ne jin-sim-i mwon-de

다 뭣 같아

da mwos gat-a

다정했던 사진 속 네 모습이

da-jeong-haess-deon sa-jin sok ne mo-seup-i

다 똑같아

da ttok-gat-a

이번엔 다를 거라 했었던 말도

i-beon-en da-reul geo-ra haess-eoss-deon mal-do

Sometime 꺼져버려 제발

Sometime kkeo-jyeo-beo-ryeo je-bal

But sometimes 네가 보고 싶다

But sometimes ne-ga bo-go sip-da

난 요즘 살만해, uh, oh-oh

nan yo-jeum sal-man-hae, uh, oh-oh

살도 좀 붙었고, uh, oh

sal-do jom but-eoss-go, uh, oh

친구도 만나

chin-gu-do man-na

지호, 문성이, Jamie, Sandy

ji-ho, mun-seong-i, Jamie, Sandy

근데 넌

geun-de neon

매일 운다고 번진 마스카라에

mae-il un-da-go beon-jin ma-seu-ka-ra-e

땅을 친다고 기분이 참 속이 뚫려 뻥

ttang-eul chin-da-go gi-bun-i cham sok-i ttul-ryeo ppeong

Oh, I could've died for you

이제서야 넌

i-je-seo-ya neon

Oh, 아까운 것 같니? Why are you selfish?

Oh, a-kka-un geos gat-ni? Why are you selfish?

왜 이제서야 넌

wae i-je-seo-ya neon

사양할게

sa-yang-hal-ge

난 너 없이도

nan neo eop-i-do

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind But Sometimes by BOYNEXTDOOR.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"But Sometimes" (But Sometimes) by BOYNEXTDOOR 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 "But Sometimes" 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, "But Sometimes" highlights BOYNEXTDOOR'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 “But Sometimes”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for But Sometimes.

Performer (아티스트)BOYNEXTDOOR
Album (앨범)WHY.. - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
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What is the English translation and meaning of But Sometimes by BOYNEXTDOOR?

"But Sometimes" is performed by BOYNEXTDOOR. 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 But Sometimes by BOYNEXTDOOR?

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