Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Not Today” (Not Today) is performed by BTS, released on the album YOU NEVER WALK ALONE in 2017.
💡 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
All the underdogs in the world
A day may come when we lose
But it is not today
Today, we fight
No, not today
언젠가 꽃은 지겠지
eon-jen-ga kkot-eun ji-gess-ji
But no, not today
그때가 오늘은 아니지
geu-ttae-ga o-neul-eun a-ni-ji
No, no, not today
아직은 죽기엔 too good day
a-jik-eun juk-gi-en too good day
No, no, not today
No, no, no, not today
그래, 우리는 extra, huh
geu-rae, u-ri-neun extra, huh
But still part of this world
Extra plus ordinary, huh
그것도 별거 아녀
geu-geos-do byeol-geo a-nyeo
오늘은 절대 죽지 말아
o-neul-eun jeol-dae juk-ji mal-a
빛은 어둠을 뚫고 나가
bit-eun eo-dum-eul ttul-go na-ga
새 세상 너도 원해?
sae se-sang neo-do won-hae?
Baby, yes, I want it
날아갈 수 없음 뛰어
nal-a-gal su eop-eum ttwi-eo
Today, we will survive
뛰어갈 수 없음 걸어
ttwi-eo-gal su eop-eum geol-eo
Today, we will survive
걸어갈 수 없음 기어
geol-eo-gal su eop-eum gi-eo
기어서라도 gear up
gi-eo-seo-ra-do gear up
겨눠 총, 조준, 발사
gyeo-nwo chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
Not, not today
Not, not today
(Hey) 뱁새들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) baep-sae-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 친구들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) chin-gu-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 나를 믿는다면, hands up
(Hey) na-reul mit-neun-da-myeon, hands up
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
죽지 않아, 묻지 마라, 소리 질러
juk-ji an-a, mut-ji ma-ra, so-ri jil-reo
Not, not today
꿇지 마라, 울지 않아, 손을 들어
kkul-ji ma-ra, ul-ji an-a, son-eul deul-eo
Not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
Too hot, 성공을 doublin'
Too hot, seong-gong-eul doublin'
Too hot, 차트를 덤블링
Too hot, cha-teu-reul deom-beul-ring
Too high, we on 트램펄린
Too high, we on teu-raem-peol-rin
Too high, 누가 좀 멈추길 (J-hope)
Too high, nu-ga jom meom-chu-gil (J-hope)
우린 할 수가 없었단다 실패 (ayy)
u-rin hal su-ga eop-eoss-dan-da sil-pae (ayy)
서로가 서롤 전부 믿었기에 (ayy)
seo-ro-ga seo-rol jeon-bu mit-eoss-gi-e (ayy)
What you say? Yeah, not today, yeah
오늘은 안 죽어 절대, yeah
o-neul-eun an juk-eo jeol-dae, yeah
너의 곁에 나를 믿어
neo-ui gyeot-e na-reul mit-eo
Together, we won't die
나의 곁에 너를 믿어
na-ui gyeot-e neo-reul mit-eo
Together, we won't die
함께라는 말을 믿어
ham-kke-ra-neun mal-eul mit-eo
방탄이란 걸 믿어
bang-tan-i-ran geol mit-eo
겨눠 총, 조준, 발사
gyeo-nwo chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
Not, not today
Not, not today
(Hey) 뱁새들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) baep-sae-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 친구들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) chin-gu-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 나를 믿는다면, hands up
(Hey) na-reul mit-neun-da-myeon, hands up
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
죽지 않아, 묻지 마라, 소리 질러
juk-ji an-a, mut-ji ma-ra, so-ri jil-reo
Not, not today
꿇지 마라, 울지 않아, 손을 들어
kkul-ji ma-ra, ul-ji an-a, son-eul deul-eo
Not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
Throw it up, throw it up
네 눈 속의 두려움 따위는 버려
ne nun sok-ui du-ryeo-um tta-wi-neun beo-ryeo
Break it up, break it up
널 가두는 유리천장 따윈 부숴
neol ga-du-neun yu-ri-cheon-jang tta-win bu-swo
Turn it up (turn it up)
Burn it up (burn it up)
승리의 날까지 (fight)
seung-ri-ui nal-kka-ji (fight)
무릎 꿇지 마, 무너지지 마
mu-reup kkul-ji ma, mu-neo-ji-ji ma
That's not today, oh, oh
Not, not today
Not, not today
(Hey) 뱁새들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) baep-sae-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 친구들아, 다 hands up
(Hey) chin-gu-deul-a, da hands up
(Hey) 나를 믿는다면, hands up
(Hey) na-reul mit-neun-da-myeon, hands up
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
죽지 않아, 묻지 마라, 소리 질러
juk-ji an-a, mut-ji ma-ra, so-ri jil-reo
Not, not today
꿇지 마라, 울지 않아, 손을 들어
kkul-ji ma-ra, ul-ji an-a, son-eul deul-eo
Not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
(Hey) not, not today
총, 조준, 발사
chong, jo-jun, bal-sa
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Not Today” by BTS.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
"Not Today" (Not Today) 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.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Not Today" highlights BTS's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “Not Today”?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Not Today”.
| Performer (아티스트) | BTS |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | YOU NEVER WALK ALONE |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2017 |
| Songwriting & Production | Official creative contributors licensed under BTS and affiliated music publishing rights holders. |
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What is the English translation and meaning of Not Today by BTS?
"Not Today" 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 Not Today with Romanized lyrics?
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Who wrote and produced Not Today by BTS?
"Not Today" is performed by BTS, released on the album "YOU NEVER WALK ALONE" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.