Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
You worth it, you perfect
Deserve it, just work it
넌 귀티나 귀티 또 pretty야 pretty
neon gwi-ti-na gwi-ti tto p-r-e-t-t-y-ya pretty
빛이나 빛이 넌 진리이자 이치
bit-i-na bit-i neon jin-ri-i-ja i-chi
혹시 누가 너를 자꾸 욕해 (욕해)
hok-si nu-ga neo-reul ja-kku yok-hae (yok-hae)
Tell 'em, you're my lady 가서 전해 (전해)
Tell 'em, you're my lady ga-seo jeon-hae (jeon-hae)
딴 놈들이 뭐라건 이 세상이 뭐라건 넌 내게 최고 너 그대로
ttan nom-deul-i mwo-ra-geon i se-sang-i mwo-ra-geon neon nae-ge choe-go neo geu-dae-ro
절대 쫄지 말아
jeol-dae jjol-ji mal-a
누가 뭐래도 넌 괜찮아 (alright)
nu-ga mwo-rae-do neon gwaen-chan-a (alright)
강해 너는 말야
gang-hae neo-neun mal-ya
You say yes or no, yes or no, whoa-oh
20세기 소녀들아 (live your life, live your life, come on baby!)
2-0-se-gi so-nyeo-deul-a (live your life, live your life, come on baby!)
21세기 소녀들아 (you don't mind, you don't mind, that new lady)
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo-deul-a (you don't mind, you don't mind, that new lady)
말해 너는 강하다고
mal-hae neo-neun gang-ha-da-go
말해 넌 충분하다고
mal-hae neon chung-bun-ha-da-go
Let you go, let you go, let you go, let it go, oh
All my ladies, put your hands up
21세기 소녀, hands up
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo, hands up
All my ladies, put your hands up
Now scream
너 지나가네 남자들이 say
neo ji-na-ga-ne nam-ja-deul-i say
"Oh yeah 쟤 뭐야 대체 누구야?"
"Oh yeah jyae mwo-ya dae-che nu-gu-ya?"
넋이 나가네 여자들이 say
neok-i na-ga-ne yeo-ja-deul-i say
"어 얘는 또 뭐야 대체 누구야?"
"eo yae-neun tto mwo-ya dae-che nu-gu-ya?"
(Oh, bae) 절대 낮추지 마
(Oh, bae) jeol-dae nat-chu-ji ma
(Okay) 쟤들에 널 맞추진 마
(Okay) jyae-deul-e neol mat-chu-jin ma
(You're mine) 넌 충분히 아름다워
(You're mine) neon chung-bun-hi a-reum-da-wo
Don't worry, don't worry, baby, you're beautiful
You, you, you
20세기 소녀들아 (live your life, live your life, come on baby!)
2-0-se-gi so-nyeo-deul-a (live your life, live your life, come on baby!)
21세기 소녀들아 (you don't mind, you don't mind, that new lady)
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo-deul-a (you don't mind, you don't mind, that new lady)
말해 너는 강하다고
mal-hae neo-neun gang-ha-da-go
말해 넌 충분하다고
mal-hae neon chung-bun-ha-da-go
Let you go, let you go, let you go, let it go, oh
All my ladies, put your hands up
21세기 소녀, hands up
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo, hands up
All my ladies, put your hands up
Now scream
Oh, everybody wanna love you (oh)
Everybody gonna love you (oh)
다른 건 걱정하지 마 (eh-oh, eh-oh)
da-reun geon geok-jeong-ha-ji ma (eh-oh, eh-oh)
Oh, everybody wanna love you, bae
Everybody gonna love you, bae
넌 사랑 받아 마땅해, oh, oh, oh, ow!
neon sa-rang bat-a ma-ttang-hae, oh, oh, oh, ow!
All my ladies, put your hands up
21세기 소녀, hands up
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo, hands up
All my ladies, put your hands up
Now scream
All my ladies, put your hands up
21세기 소녀, hands up
2-1-se-gi so-nyeo, hands up
All my ladies, put your hands up
Now scream
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“21st Century Girl” (21st Century Girl) is performed by BTS, released on the album Wings in 2016.
💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “21st Century Girl” by BTS.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"21st Century Girl" (21st Century Girl) 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, "21st Century Girl" 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)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “21st Century Girl”:
Considerate Emotional Warmth
Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "21st Century Girl" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.
Fated Connection & Recognition
The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "21st Century Girl" by BTS explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.
🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “21st Century Girl”?
"21st Century Girl" (21st Century Girl) by BTS is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension be...
Q: How does “21st Century Girl” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, BTS bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
Q: How can I practice singing “21st Century Girl” 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 and real-time audio sync.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “21st Century Girl”.
| Performer (아티스트) | BTS |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | Wings |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2016 |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about 21st Century Girl, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of 21st Century Girl by BTS?
"21st Century Girl" 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 21st Century Girl with Romanized lyrics?
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Who wrote and produced 21st Century Girl by BTS?
"21st Century Girl" is performed by BTS, released on the album "Wings" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu 21st Century Girl dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu 21st Century Girl (BTS) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.