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ON

ON

Artist: BTS•Album: MAP OF THE SOUL : 7
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English26% KR📅 2020K-PopBTS

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“ON” (ON) 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

I can't understand what people are sayin'

어느 장단에 맞춰야 될지

eo-neu jang-dan-e mat-chwo-ya doel-ji

한 발자국 떼면 한 발자국 커지는 shadow

han bal-ja-guk tte-myeon han bal-ja-guk keo-ji-neun shadow

잠에서 눈을 뜬 여긴 또 어디?

jam-e-seo nun-eul tteun yeo-gin tto eo-di?

어쩜 서울 또 New York or Paris

eo-jjeom seo-ul tto New York or Paris

일어나니 휘청이는 몸

il-eo-na-ni hwi-cheong-i-neun mom

Yeah, look at my feet, look down (down)

날 닮은 그림자

nal dal-eun geu-rim-ja

Chorus

흔들리는 건 이놈인가

heun-deul-ri-neun geon i-nom-in-ga

아니면 내 작은 발끝인가

a-ni-myeon nae jak-eun bal-kkeut-in-ga

두렵잖을 리 없잖아

du-ryeop-jan-eul ri eop-jan-a

다 괜찮을 리 없잖아

da gwaen-chan-eul ri eop-jan-a

그래도 I know, 서툴게 I flow

geu-rae-do I know, seo-tul-ge I flow

저 까만 바람과 함께 날아

jeo kka-man ba-ram-gwa ham-kke nal-a

(Hey, na-na-na)

미치지 않으려면 미쳐야 해

mi-chi-ji an-eu-ryeo-myeon mi-chyeo-ya hae

Verse 3

(Hey, na-na-na) hey

나를 다 던져 이 두 쪽 세상에

na-reul da deon-jyeo i du jjok se-sang-e

(Hey, na-na-na)

Can't hold me down 'cause you know I'm a fighter

제 발로 들어온 아름다운 감옥

je bal-ro deul-eo-on a-reum-da-un gam-ok

Find me and I'm gonna live with ya

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) 올라타 봐, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ol-ra-ta bwa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

Verse 4

Rain be pourin', sky keep fallin' every day, oh-na-na-na

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

Bring the pain, oh, yeah

모두 내 피와 살이 되겠지, eh, ooh

mo-du nae pi-wa sal-i doe-gess-ji, eh, ooh

Bring the pain, eh, ooh

No fear, 방법을 알겠으니, eh

No fear, bang-beop-eul al-gess-eu-ni, eh

작은 것에 breathe (uh-huh)

jak-eun geos-e breathe (uh-huh)

그건 어둠 속 내 산소와 빛 (uh-huh)

geu-geon eo-dum sok nae san-so-wa bit (uh-huh)

Verse 5

내가 나이게 하는 것들의 힘

nae-ga na-i-ge ha-neun geos-deul-ui him

넘어져도 다시 일어나, scream

neom-eo-jyeo-do da-si il-eo-na, scream

넘어져도 다시 일어나, scream

neom-eo-jyeo-do da-si il-eo-na, scream

언제나 우린 그랬으니

eon-je-na u-rin geu-raess-eu-ni

설령 내 무릎이 땅에 닿을지언정

seol-ryeong nae mu-reup-i ttang-e dat-eul-ji-eon-jeong

파묻히지 않는 이상 그저 그런 해프닝쯤 될 거란 걸

pa-mut-hi-ji an-neun i-sang geu-jeo geu-reon hae-peu-ning-jjeum doel geo-ran geol

Win no matter what

Win no matter what, win no matter what

Verse 6

네가 뭐라던 누가 뭐라던, I don't give a, uh

ne-ga mwo-ra-deon nu-ga mwo-ra-deon, I don't give a, uh

I don't give a, uh, I don't give a, uh, yeah

(Hey, na-na-na)

미치지 않으려면 미쳐야 해

mi-chi-ji an-eu-ryeo-myeon mi-chyeo-ya hae

(Hey, na-na-na) hey

나를 다 던져 이 두 쪽 세상에

na-reul da deon-jyeo i du jjok se-sang-e

(Hey, na-na-na) hey

Can't hold me down 'cause you know I'm a fighter

Verse 7

제 발로 들어온 아름다운 감옥

je bal-ro deul-eo-on a-reum-da-un gam-ok

Find me and I'm gonna live with ya

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) 올라타 봐, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ol-ra-ta bwa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

Rain be pourin', sky keep fallin' every day, oh-na-na-na

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

나의 고통이 있는 곳에

na-ui go-tong-i iss-neun gos-e

내가 숨 쉬게 하소서

nae-ga sum swi-ge ha-so-seo

Verse 8

My everythin', my blood and tears

Got no fears, I'm singin', oh-whoa

Oh, I'm takin' over

You should know, yeah

Can't hold me down 'cause you know I'm a fighter

깜깜한 심연 속 기꺼이 잠겨

kkam-kkam-han sim-yeon sok gi-kkeo-i jam-gyeo

Find me and I'm gonna bleed with ya

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

Verse 9

(Eh-oh) 올라타 봐, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ol-ra-ta bwa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

Rain be pourin', sky keep fallin' every day, oh-na-na-na

(Eh-oh) find me and I'm gonna bleed with ya

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) 올라타 봐, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ol-ra-ta bwa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

All that I know is just goin' on and on and on and on

(Eh-oh) 가져와, bring the pain, oh, yeah

(Eh-oh) ga-jyeo-wa, bring the pain, oh, yeah

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “ON” by BTS.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"ON" (ON) 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 "ON" 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, "ON" 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 “ON”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “ON” 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 “ON”.

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 ON by BTS?

"ON" 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 ON with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced ON by BTS?

"ON" 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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