00:00 (Zero O'Clock) album artwork

00:00 (Zero O'Clock)

00:00 (Zero O'Clock)

Artist: BTS•Album: MAP OF THE SOUL : 7
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English48% KR📅 2020K-PopBTS

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“00:00 (Zero O'Clock)” (00:00 (Zero O'Clock)) is performed by BTS, released on the album MAP OF THE SOUL : 7 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

그런 날 있잖아, 이유 없이 슬픈 날

geu-reon nal iss-jan-a, i-yu eop-i seul-peun nal

몸은 무겁고 나 빼곤 모두 다

mom-eun mu-geop-go na ppae-gon mo-du da

바쁘고 치열해 보이는 날

ba-ppeu-go chi-yeol-hae bo-i-neun nal

발걸음이 떨어지질 않아

bal-geol-eum-i tteol-eo-ji-jil an-a

벌써 늦은 것 같은데 말야

beol-sseo neut-eun geos gat-eun-de mal-ya

온 세상이 얄밉네

on se-sang-i yal-mip-ne

Yeah, 곳곳에 덜컥거리는 과속방지턱

Yeah, gos-gos-e deol-keok-geo-ri-neun gwa-sok-bang-ji-teok

맘은 구겨지고 말은 자꾸 없어져

mam-eun gu-gyeo-ji-go mal-eun ja-kku eop-eo-jyeo

Chorus

도대체 왜? 나 열심히 뛰었는데, eh

do-dae-che wae? na yeol-sim-hi ttwi-eoss-neun-de, eh

오, 내게 왜? Eh-eh, yeah

o, nae-ge wae? Eh-eh, yeah

집에 와 침대에 누워

jip-e wa chim-dae-e nu-wo

생각해봐 내 잘못이었을까?

saeng-gak-hae-bwa nae jal-mos-i-eoss-eul-kka?

어지러운 밤 문득 시곌 봐

eo-ji-reo-un bam mun-deuk si-gyel bwa

곧 열두시

got yeol-du-si

뭔가 달라질까? 그런 건 아닐 거야

mwon-ga dal-ra-jil-kka? geu-reon geon a-nil geo-ya

그래도 이 하루가 끝나잖아

geu-rae-do i ha-ru-ga kkeut-na-jan-a

Verse 3

초침과 분침이 겹칠 때

cho-chim-gwa bun-chim-i gyeop-chil ttae

세상은 아주 잠깐 숨을 참아, zero o'clock

se-sang-eun a-ju jam-kkan sum-eul cham-a, zero o'clock

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

막 내려앉은 저 눈처럼

mak nae-ryeo-an-eun jeo nun-cheo-reom

숨을 쉬자 처음처럼

sum-eul swi-ja cheo-eum-cheo-reom

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

Verse 4

Turn this all around

모든 게 새로운, zero o'clock

mo-deun ge sae-ro-un, zero o'clock

조금씩 박자가 미끄러져

jo-geum-ssik bak-ja-ga mi-kkeu-reo-jyeo

쉬운 표정이 안 지어져

swi-un pyo-jeong-i an ji-eo-jyeo

익숙한 가사 자꾸 잊어

ik-suk-han ga-sa ja-kku it-eo

내 맘 같은 게 뭐 하나 없어

nae mam gat-eun ge mwo ha-na eop-eo

그래, 다 지나간 일들이야

geu-rae, da ji-na-gan il-deul-i-ya

혼잣말해도 참 쉽지 않아

hon-jas-mal-hae-do cham swip-ji an-a

Verse 5

Is it my fault? Is it my wrong?

답이 없는 나의 메아리만

dap-i eop-neun na-ui me-a-ri-man

집에 와 침대에 누워

jip-e wa chim-dae-e nu-wo

생각해봐 내 잘못이었을까?

saeng-gak-hae-bwa nae jal-mos-i-eoss-eul-kka?

어지러운 밤 문득 시곌 봐

eo-ji-reo-un bam mun-deuk si-gyel bwa

곧 열두시

got yeol-du-si

뭔가 달라질까? 그런 건 아닐 거야

mwon-ga dal-ra-jil-kka? geu-reon geon a-nil geo-ya

그래도 이 하루가 끝나잖아

geu-rae-do i ha-ru-ga kkeut-na-jan-a

Verse 6

초침과 분침이 겹칠 때

cho-chim-gwa bun-chim-i gyeop-chil ttae

세상은 아주 잠깐 숨을 참아, zero o'clock

se-sang-eun a-ju jam-kkan sum-eul cham-a, zero o'clock

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

막 내려앉은 저 눈처럼

mak nae-ryeo-an-eun jeo nun-cheo-reom

숨을 쉬자 처음처럼

sum-eul swi-ja cheo-eum-cheo-reom

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

Verse 7

Turn this all around

모든 게 새로운, zero o'clock

mo-deun ge sae-ro-un, zero o'clock

두 손 모아 기도하네

du son mo-a gi-do-ha-ne

내일은 좀 더 웃기를 for me, 좀 낫기를 for me

nae-il-eun jom deo us-gi-reul for me, jom nas-gi-reul for me

이 노래가 끝이 나면

i no-rae-ga kkeut-i na-myeon

새 노래가 시작되리, 좀 더 행복하기를, yeah

sae no-rae-ga si-jak-doe-ri, jom deo haeng-bok-ha-gi-reul, yeah

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy (happy, happy)

Verse 8

아주 잠깐 숨을 참고 (참고)

a-ju jam-kkan sum-eul cham-go (cham-go)

오늘도 나를 토닥여

o-neul-do na-reul to-dak-yeo

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy (happy, happy, happy, yeah)

(Ooh-ooh) and you gonna be happy

Turn this all around

모든 게 새로운, zero o'clock

mo-deun ge sae-ro-un, zero o'clock

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “00:00 (Zero O'Clock)” by BTS.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" (00:00 (Zero O'Clock)) by BTS 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 "00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" 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, "00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" highlights BTS'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 “00:00 (Zero O'Clock)”?

"00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" (00:00 (Zero O'Clock)) by BTS is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection,...

Q: How can I practice singing “00:00 (Zero O'Clock)” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “00:00 (Zero O'Clock)”.

Performer (아티스트)BTS
Album (앨범)MAP OF THE SOUL : 7
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under BTS 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 00:00 (Zero O'Clock) by BTS?

"00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" 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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Who wrote and produced 00:00 (Zero O'Clock) by BTS?

"00:00 (Zero O'Clock)" is performed by BTS, released on the album "MAP OF THE SOUL : 7" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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