Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
They don't know about us
How your voice
Can calm the sea-ee-ee
They know
I can show you love, I can show you
If you wanna know me, what can I do for you?
대체 뭐가 달랐냐고 자꾸 물어
daeche mwoga dallannyago jakku mureo
나는 대답해, 나도 몰라
naneun daedaphae, nado molra
Everybody hears the story that they wanna
쟤넨 이거 땜에 떴어, 내가 맞어
jyaenen igeo ttaeme tteoseo, naega majeo
We just big boys, a.k.a. 촌놈
We just big boys, a.k.a. chonnom
그냥 뭐 기세지, just shut up, shut up, oh
geunyang mwo giseji, just shut up, shut up, oh
Hold up, chill, and take a bubble bath, bae (Ayy)
Do the math and go, just say what you say (Just say)
Oh, it's hard and that we cannot explain (Ayy)
Every time we tryna, tryna explain, we find
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh-oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh, oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh-oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right (They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right (They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right (They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right (They don't know)
I can show you love, I can show you
If you wanna know me, what can I do for you? (They don't)
대체 뭐가 달랐냐고 자꾸 물어
daeche mwoga dallannyago jakku mureo
나는 대답해, 나도 몰라
naneun daedaphae, nado molra
항상 쉬운 길만 찾기 바빠 괜시리 (Ayy)
hangsang swiun gilman chatgi bappa gwaensiri (Ayy)
오지랖들은 태평양쯤 뺀질이 (Uh)
ojirapdeureun taepyeongyangjjeum ppaenjiri (Uh)
알기 쉽게 설명해 줄까, baby?
algi swipge seolmyeonghae julkka, baby?
몰라도 돼 뭘 또 굳이 알려 하니? Ah (Ayy; Woo)
molrado dwae mwol tto guji alryeo hani? Ah (Ayy; Woo)
"걔넨 특별해 (해) Asian 중에," ayy
"gyaenen teukbyeolhae (hae) Asian junge," ayy
"영웅스러운 존재 (재), too hard to break," uh
"yeongungseureoun jonjae (jae), too hard to break," uh
Uh, we can't relate (Late)
그냥 사람 일곱인데
geunyang saram ilgobinde
Ah, you said we changed? (Changed)
We feel the same, shit
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh-oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh, oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us (Oh-oh)
They don't know 'bout us, they don't know 'bout us
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right
(They don't know about us, they don't know about us; They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right
(They don't know about us, they don't know about us; They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right
(They don't know about us, they don't know about us; They don't know)
Yeah, damn, ooh, damn right, ooh, damn right
(They don't know about us, they don't know about us)
They don't know us
How your voice
Can calm the sea-ee-ee
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“they don't know 'bout us” (데이 돈 노 바웃 어스) is performed by BTS, released on the album ARIRANG in 2026.
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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"they don't know 'bout us" (데이 돈 노 바웃 어스) by BTS is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Engineered with modern production techniques, "they don't know 'bout us" showcases BTS's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
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Indelible Emotional Attachment
In Korean philosophy, "Jeong" is an untranslatable, unspoken bond of profound affection that grows organically through shared time and vulnerability. In "they don't know 'bout us", BTS channels this warm resonance, portraying love not as an ephemeral spark, but as enduring emotional rootedness.
Predestined Soul Connections
Rooted in Eastern Buddhist philosophy, "Inyeon" suggests that every meaningful human relationship is the culmination of karmic encounters across thousands of lifetimes. The lyrical narrative of "they don't know 'bout us" reflects this cosmic gravity, framing intimacy as a fated meeting rather than mere chance.
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❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “they don't know 'bout us”?
"they don't know 'bout us" (데이 돈 노 바웃 어스) by BTS is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension ...
Q: How does “they don't know 'bout us” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Indelible Emotional Attachment and nuanced vocal delivery, BTS bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
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| Performer (아티스트) | BTS |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | ARIRANG |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2026 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for BTS |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for BTS |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under BTS and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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"they don't know 'bout us" is performed by BTS. 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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"they don't know 'bout us" is performed by BTS, released on the album "ARIRANG" in 2026. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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