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Friend

Friend

Artist: BTOB•Album: HOUR MOMENT - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English56% KR📅 2018K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Friend” (Friend) is performed by BTOB, released on the album HOUR MOMENT - EP in 2018.

💡 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

살아간다는 생각에 잠겨있는 동안

sal-a-gan-da-neun saeng-gak-e jam-gyeo-iss-neun dong-an

내가 잃어버린 건

nae-ga il-eo-beo-rin geon

이젠 너무 아득하게만 느껴지는 걸

i-jen neo-mu a-deuk-ha-ge-man neu-kkyeo-ji-neun geol

추억을 더듬어봐도

chu-eok-eul deo-deum-eo-bwa-do

아직 모두 다 여전한 건지

a-jik mo-du da yeo-jeon-han geon-ji

그때 우리 참 많이 다퉜지

geu-ttae u-ri cham man-i da-twoss-ji

잊지 못해 모든 게 변한 대도

it-ji mos-hae mo-deun ge byeon-han dae-do

내 삶이 끝날 때 곁에 있는 건

nae sal-i kkeut-nal ttae gyeot-e iss-neun geon

Chorus

우린 몰랐을지 몰라 살아가는 동안

u-rin mol-rass-eul-ji mol-ra sal-a-ga-neun dong-an

조금씩 가까워지던 우리 어느새 자라서

jo-geum-ssik ga-kka-wo-ji-deon u-ri eo-neu-sae ja-ra-seo

굳이 안녕이란 말도 필요 없을 것 같아

gut-i an-nyeong-i-ran mal-do pil-yo eop-eul geos gat-a

벅찬 이 세상에 I need you

beok-chan i se-sang-e I need you

F-R-I-E-N-D-S

지겹도록 오래된

ji-gyeop-do-rok o-rae-doen

I know I love my best friends

몇 명이면 난 족해

myeot myeong-i-myeon nan jok-hae

Verse 3

I said F-R-I-E-N-D friend

난 볼 거야 평생

nan bol geo-ya pyeong-saeng

벅찬 이 세상에서 I need you

beok-chan i se-sang-e-seo I need you

You're my B-E to the S-T, (Best) F-R-I-E-N-D (Friend)

어쩌면 가족보다 나를 더 잘 알 수 있지 (Maybe)

eo-jjeo-myeon ga-jok-bo-da na-reul deo jal al su iss-ji (Maybe)

다른 표현으로 말하면 (What what)

da-reun pyo-hyeon-eu-ro mal-ha-myeon (What what)

You're my brother from another mother sister from another mister

피는 안 섞였지만 별다를 건 없어

pi-neun an seok-yeoss-ji-man byeol-da-reul geon eop-eo

Verse 4

Got each other's backs no matter what happens

When I'm down when I'm up 어떤 상황이어도

When I'm down when I'm up eo-tteon sang-hwang-i-eo-do

내가 확실한 건 I can always count on ya

nae-ga hwak-sil-han geon I can always count on ya

우린 몰랐을지 몰라 살아가는 동안

u-rin mol-rass-eul-ji mol-ra sal-a-ga-neun dong-an

조금씩 가까워지던 우리 어느새 자라서

jo-geum-ssik ga-kka-wo-ji-deon u-ri eo-neu-sae ja-ra-seo

굳이 안녕이란 말도 필요 없을 것 같아

gut-i an-nyeong-i-ran mal-do pil-yo eop-eul geos gat-a

벅찬 이 세상에 I need you

beok-chan i se-sang-e I need you

작은 꿈에서 비롯된 그날을 생생히 기억해

jak-eun kkum-e-seo bi-ros-doen geu-nal-eul saeng-saeng-hi gi-eok-hae

Verse 5

별이 되고 싶었던 아이 우연한 어떤 날

byeol-i doe-go sip-eoss-deon a-i u-yeon-han eo-tteon nal

시간의 파도를 타고 떠나

si-gan-ui pa-do-reul ta-go tteo-na

너와 나의 드라마 엔딩은 없어 잘 봐

neo-wa na-ui deu-ra-ma en-ding-eun eop-eo jal bwa

We'll make it alright 그래 살아가는 동안

We'll make it alright geu-rae sal-a-ga-neun dong-an

넌 누구보다 빛나 이제 내 손을 잡아

neon nu-gu-bo-da bit-na i-je nae son-eul jap-a

우린 몰랐을지 몰라 살아가는 동안

u-rin mol-rass-eul-ji mol-ra sal-a-ga-neun dong-an

조금씩 가까워지던 우리 어느새 자라서

jo-geum-ssik ga-kka-wo-ji-deon u-ri eo-neu-sae ja-ra-seo

굳이 안녕이란 말도 필요 없을 것 같아

gut-i an-nyeong-i-ran mal-do pil-yo eop-eul geos gat-a

Verse 6

벅찬 이 세상에 I need you

beok-chan i se-sang-e I need you

F-R-I-E-N-D-S

지겹도록 오래된

ji-gyeop-do-rok o-rae-doen

I know I love my best friends

몇 명이면 난 족해

myeot myeong-i-myeon nan jok-hae

I said F-R-I-E-N-D friend

난 볼 거야 평생

nan bol geo-ya pyeong-saeng

벅찬 이 세상에서 I need you

beok-chan i se-sang-e-seo I need you

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Friend” by BTOB.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Friend" (Friend) by BTOB 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 "Friend" 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, "Friend" highlights BTOB'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 “Friend”?

"Friend" (Friend) by BTOB is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, a...

Q: How can I practice singing “Friend” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Friend”.

Performer (아티스트)BTOB
Album (앨범)HOUR MOMENT - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under BTOB 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 Friend by BTOB?

"Friend" is performed by BTOB. 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 Friend with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Friend with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=btob-friend, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Friend by BTOB?

"Friend" is performed by BTOB, released on the album "HOUR MOMENT - EP" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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