Friends album artwork

Friends

Friends

Artist: BTSAlbum: MAP OF THE SOUL : 7
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English70% KR📅 2020K-PopBTS

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Friends (Friends) 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

유난히도 반짝였던 서울!

yu-nan-hi-do ban-jjak-yeoss-deon seo-ul!

처음 보는 또 다른 세상

cheo-eum bo-neun tto da-reun se-sang

땀에 잔뜩 밴 채 만난 넌

ttam-e jan-tteuk baen chae man-nan neon

뭔가 이상했었던 아이

mwon-ga i-sang-haess-eoss-deon a-i

난 달에서, 넌 별에서

nan dal-e-seo, neon byeol-e-seo

우리 대화는 숙제 같았지

u-ri dae-hwa-neun suk-je gat-ass-ji

하루는 베프, 하루는 웬수

ha-ru-neun be-peu, ha-ru-neun wen-su

I just wanna understand

Hello my alien

우린 서로의 mystery

u-rin seo-ro-ui mystery

그래서 더 특별한 걸까

geu-rae-seo deo teuk-byeol-han geol-kka

언젠가 이 함성 멎을 때 stay, hey

eon-jen-ga i ham-seong meot-eul ttae stay, hey

내 옆에 함께 있어줘

nae yeop-e ham-kke iss-eo-jwo

영원히 계속 이곳에 stay, hey

yeong-won-hi gye-sok i-gos-e stay, hey

네 작은 새끼손가락처럼

ne jak-eun sae-kki-son-ga-rak-cheo-reom

일곱 번의 여름과 추운 겨울보다

il-gop beon-ui yeo-reum-gwa chu-un gyeo-ul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

수많은 약속과 추억들보다

su-man-eun yak-sok-gwa chu-eok-deul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

우리 교복 차림이 기억나

u-ri gyo-bok cha-rim-i gi-eok-na

우리 추억 한 편 한 편 영화

u-ri chu-eok han pyeon han pyeon yeong-hwa

만두 사건은 코미디 영화 yeah, yeah

man-du sa-geon-eun ko-mi-di yeong-hwa yeah, yeah

하교 버스를 채운 속 얘기들

ha-gyo beo-seu-reul chae-un sok yae-gi-deul

이젠 함께 drive를 나가

i-jen ham-kke d-r-i-v-e-reul na-ga

한결같애, 그때의 우리들

han-gyeol-gat-ae, geu-ttae-ui u-ri-deul

"Hey 지민, 오늘"

"Hey ji-min, o-neul"

내 방의 드림캐쳐

nae bang-ui deu-rim-kae-chyeo

7년간의 history

7-nyeon-gan-ui history

그래서 더 특별한 걸까

geu-rae-seo deo teuk-byeol-han geol-kka

언젠가 이 함성 멎을 때 stay, hey

eon-jen-ga i ham-seong meot-eul ttae stay, hey

내 옆에 함께 있어줘

nae yeop-e ham-kke iss-eo-jwo

영원히 계속 이곳에 stay, hey

yeong-won-hi gye-sok i-gos-e stay, hey

네 작은 새끼손가락처럼

ne jak-eun sae-kki-son-ga-rak-cheo-reom

일곱 번의 여름과 추운 겨울보다

il-gop beon-ui yeo-reum-gwa chu-un gyeo-ul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

수많은 약속과 추억들보다

su-man-eun yak-sok-gwa chu-eok-deul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

네 새끼손가락

ne sae-kki-son-ga-rak

처럼 우린 여전해

cheo-reom u-rin yeo-jeon-hae

네 모든 걸 알아

ne mo-deun geol al-a

서로 믿어야만 돼

seo-ro mit-eo-ya-man dwae

잊지 마

it-ji ma

고맙단 그 뻔한 말 보단

go-map-dan geu ppeon-han mal bo-dan

너와 나

neo-wa na

내일은 정말 싸우지 않기로 해

nae-il-eun jeong-mal ssa-u-ji an-gi-ro hae

언젠가 이 함성 멎을 때 stay, hey

eon-jen-ga i ham-seong meot-eul ttae stay, hey

You are my soulmate

영원히 계속 이곳에 stay, hey

yeong-won-hi gye-sok i-gos-e stay, hey

You are my soulmate

일곱 번의 여름과 추운 겨울보다

il-gop beon-ui yeo-reum-gwa chu-un gyeo-ul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

수많은 약속과 추억들보다

su-man-eun yak-sok-gwa chu-eok-deul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

언젠가 이 함성 멎을 때 stay, hey

eon-jen-ga i ham-seong meot-eul ttae stay, hey

You are my soulmate

영원히 계속 이곳에 stay, hey

yeong-won-hi gye-sok i-gos-e stay, hey

You are my soulmate

일곱 번의 여름과 추운 겨울보다

il-gop beon-ui yeo-reum-gwa chu-un gyeo-ul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

수많은 약속과 추억들보다

su-man-eun yak-sok-gwa chu-eok-deul-bo-da

오래

o-rae

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Friends by BTS.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Friends" (Friends) 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 "Friends" 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, "Friends" 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 “Friends”?

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

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

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Friends.

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

Common questions about Friends, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Friends by BTS?

"Friends" 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.

Where can I practice singing Friends with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Friends by BTS?

"Friends" 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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