Stigma album artwork

Stigma

Stigma

Artist: BTS•Album: Wings
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2016K-PopBTS

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Stigma” (Stigma) is performed by BTS, released on the album Wings in 2016.

💡 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

숨겨왔어 I tell you something

sum-gyeo-wass-eo I tell you something

그저 묻어두기엔

geu-jeo mut-eo-du-gi-en

이젠 버틸 수가 없는 걸

i-jen beo-til su-ga eop-neun geol

왜 그땐 말 못 했는지

wae geu-ttaen mal mos haess-neun-ji

어차피 아파와서

eo-cha-pi a-pa-wa-seo

정말 버틸 수가 없을 걸

jeong-mal beo-til su-ga eop-eul geol

Now cry 너에게 너무 미안할 뿐야

Now cry neo-e-ge neo-mu mi-an-hal ppun-ya

또 cry 널 지켜주지 못해서

tto cry neol ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae-seo

Chorus

더 깊이 더 깊이 상처만 깊어져

deo gip-i deo gip-i sang-cheo-man gip-eo-jyeo

되돌릴 수 없는

doe-dol-ril su eop-neun

깨진 유리 조각 같아

kkae-jin yu-ri jo-gak gat-a

더 깊이 매일이 가슴만 아파져

deo gip-i mae-il-i ga-seum-man a-pa-jyeo

내 죄를 대신 받던

nae joe-reul dae-sin bat-deon

연약하기만 했던 너

yeon-yak-ha-gi-man haess-deon neo

그만 울고 tell me something

geu-man ul-go tell me something

용기 없던 내게 말해봐

yong-gi eop-deon nae-ge mal-hae-bwa

Verse 3

그 때 나한테 왜 그랬어

geu ttae na-han-te wae geu-raess-eo

미안

mi-an

됐어 내게 무슨 자격 있어

dwaess-eo nae-ge mu-seun ja-gyeok iss-eo

이래보라고 저래보라고

i-rae-bo-ra-go jeo-rae-bo-ra-go

너에게 말하겠어

neo-e-ge mal-ha-gess-eo

더 깊이 더 깊이 상처만 깊어져

deo gip-i deo gip-i sang-cheo-man gip-eo-jyeo

되돌릴 수 없는 깨진 유리 조각 같아

doe-dol-ril su eop-neun kkae-jin yu-ri jo-gak gat-a

더 깊이 매일이 가슴만 아파져

deo gip-i mae-il-i ga-seum-man a-pa-jyeo

Verse 4

내 죄를 대신 받던

nae joe-reul dae-sin bat-deon

연약하기만 했던 너

yeon-yak-ha-gi-man haess-deon neo

I'm sorry I'm sorry

I'm sorry ma brother

숨겨도 감춰도 지워지지 않어

sum-gyeo-do gam-chwo-do ji-wo-ji-ji an-eo

Are you calling me a sinner

무슨 말이 더 있겠어

mu-seun mal-i deo iss-gess-eo

I'm sorry I'm sorry

Verse 5

I'm sorry ma sister

숨겨도 감춰도 지워지지 않어

sum-gyeo-do gam-chwo-do ji-wo-ji-ji an-eo

So cry

Please dry my eyes

저 빛이 저 빛이 내 죄를 비춰줘

jeo bit-i jeo bit-i nae joe-reul bi-chwo-jwo

돌이킬 수 없는

dol-i-kil su eop-neun

붉은 피가 흘러내려

bul-eun pi-ga heul-reo-nae-ryeo

더 깊이 매일이 죽을 것만 같아

deo gip-i mae-il-i juk-eul geos-man gat-a

Verse 6

그 벌을 받게 해줘

geu beol-eul bat-ge hae-jwo

내 죄를 사해줘

nae joe-reul sa-hae-jwo

제발

je-bal

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Stigma" (Stigma) 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 "Stigma" 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, "Stigma" 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 “Stigma”?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Stigma”.

Performer (아티스트)BTS
Album (앨범)Wings
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under BTS and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Stigma by BTS?

"Stigma" 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 Stigma by BTS?

"Stigma" 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.

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