Butterfly album artwork

Butterfly

Butterfly

Artist: BTS•Album: The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English59% KR📅 2015K-PopBTS

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Butterfly” (Butterfly) is performed by BTS, released on the album The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever in 2015.

💡 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

아무것도 생각하지 마

a-mu-geos-do saeng-gak-ha-ji ma

넌 아무 말도 꺼내지도 마

neon a-mu mal-do kkeo-nae-ji-do ma

Hey-oh, oh, 그냥 내게 웃어줘, yeah

Hey-oh, oh, geu-nyang nae-ge us-eo-jwo, yeah

난 아직도 믿기지가 않아

nan a-jik-do mit-gi-ji-ga an-a

이 모든 게 다 꿈인 것 같아

i mo-deun ge da kkum-in geos gat-a

Hey-oh, oh, 사라지려 하지 마

Hey-oh, oh, sa-ra-ji-ryeo ha-ji ma

Is it true? Is it true?

You, you, 너무 아름다워 두려워

You, you, neo-mu a-reum-da-wo du-ryeo-wo

Chorus

Untrue, untrue

You, you, you

곁에 머물러줄래? (줄래)

gyeot-e meo-mul-reo-jul-rae? (jul-rae)

내게 약속해줄래 (줄래)

nae-ge yak-sok-hae-jul-rae (jul-rae)

손대면 날아갈까, 부서질까

son-dae-myeon nal-a-gal-kka, bu-seo-jil-kka

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

시간을 멈출래 (줄래)

si-gan-eul meom-chul-rae (jul-rae)

이 순간이 지나면 (지나면)

i sun-gan-i ji-na-myeon (ji-na-myeon)

Verse 3

없었던 일이 될까, 널 잃을까

eop-eoss-deon il-i doel-kka, neol il-eul-kka

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

Butterfly, like a butterfly

마치 butterfly, bu-butterfly처럼

ma-chi butterfly, bu-b-u-t-t-e-r-f-l-y-cheo-reom

Butterfly, like a butterfly

마치 butterfly, bu-butterfly처럼

ma-chi butterfly, bu-b-u-t-t-e-r-f-l-y-cheo-reom

넌 마치 butterfly (butterfly, butterfly)

neon ma-chi butterfly (butterfly, butterfly)

멀리서 훔쳐봐 손 닿으면 널 잃을까

meol-ri-seo hum-chyeo-bwa son dat-eu-myeon neol il-eul-kka

Verse 4

이 칠흑 같은 어둠 속 날 밝히는 나비효과

i chil-heuk gat-eun eo-dum sok nal bal-hi-neun na-bi-hyo-gwa

니 작은 손짓 한 번에 현실을 잊어 난

ni jak-eun son-jis han beon-e hyeon-sil-eul it-eo nan

살며시 쓰다듬는 바람 같아

sal-myeo-si sseu-da-deum-neun ba-ram gat-a

살포시 표류하는 먼지 같아

sal-po-si pyo-ryu-ha-neun meon-ji gat-a

넌 거기 있지만 왠지 닿지 않아 stop

neon geo-gi iss-ji-man waen-ji dat-ji an-a stop

꿈 같은 넌 내게 butterfly, high

kkum gat-eun neon nae-ge butterfly, high

Untrue, untrue

You, you, you

Verse 5

곁에 머물러줄래? (줄래)

gyeot-e meo-mul-reo-jul-rae? (jul-rae)

내게 약속해줄래 (줄래)

nae-ge yak-sok-hae-jul-rae (jul-rae)

손대면 날아갈까, 부서질까

son-dae-myeon nal-a-gal-kka, bu-seo-jil-kka

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

시간을 멈출래 (줄래)

si-gan-eul meom-chul-rae (jul-rae)

이 순간이 지나면 (지나면)

i sun-gan-i ji-na-myeon (ji-na-myeon)

없었던 일이 될까, 널 잃을까

eop-eoss-deon il-i doel-kka, neol il-eul-kka

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

Verse 6

심장은 메마른 소리를 내

sim-jang-eun me-ma-reun so-ri-reul nae

꿈인지 현실인지 알 수 없네

kkum-in-ji hyeon-sil-in-ji al su eop-ne

나의 해변의 카프카여

na-ui hae-byeon-ui ka-peu-ka-yeo

저기 숲으로 가진 말아줘

jeo-gi sup-eu-ro ga-jin mal-a-jwo

내 마음은 아직 너 위에 부서져

nae ma-eum-eun a-jik neo wi-e bu-seo-jyeo

조각조각 까맣게 녹아 흘러

jo-gak-jo-gak kka-mat-ge nok-a heul-reo

(난 그냥 이대로 증발하고 싶어)

(nan geu-nyang i-dae-ro jeung-bal-ha-go sip-eo)

내 사랑은 영원인 걸

nae sa-rang-eun yeong-won-in geol

Verse 7

It's all free for you, baby

곁에 머물러줄래? (줄래)

gyeot-e meo-mul-reo-jul-rae? (jul-rae)

내게 약속해줄래 (줄래)

nae-ge yak-sok-hae-jul-rae (jul-rae)

손대면 날아갈까, 부서질까

son-dae-myeon nal-a-gal-kka, bu-seo-jil-kka

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

시간을 멈출래 (줄래)

si-gan-eul meom-chul-rae (jul-rae)

이 순간이 지나면 (지나면)

i sun-gan-i ji-na-myeon (ji-na-myeon)

없었던 일이 될까, 널 잃을까

eop-eoss-deon il-i doel-kka, neol il-eul-kka

Verse 8

겁나, 겁나, 겁나

geop-na, geop-na, geop-na

Butterfly, like a butterfly

마치 butterfly, bu-butterfly처럼

ma-chi butterfly, bu-b-u-t-t-e-r-f-l-y-cheo-reom

Butterfly, like a butterfly

마치 butterfly, bu-butterfly처럼

ma-chi butterfly, bu-b-u-t-t-e-r-f-l-y-cheo-reom

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Butterfly" (Butterfly) 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 "Butterfly" 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, "Butterfly" 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 “Butterfly”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Butterfly”.

Performer (아티스트)BTS
Album (앨범)The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever
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 Butterfly by BTS?

"Butterfly" 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 Butterfly with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Butterfly by BTS?

"Butterfly" is performed by BTS, released on the album "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life: Young Forever" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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