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21

Artist: DEANAlbum: 130 Mood: TRBL
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English54% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

21 (21) is performed by DEAN, released on the album 130 Mood: TRBL 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

Hol' up

안 봐도 뻔하겠지 Oh no

an bwa-do ppeon-ha-gess-ji Oh no

사랑 따윈 우습겠지 Oh no

sa-rang tta-win u-seup-gess-ji Oh no

난 너의 몇 번째일지

nan neo-ui myeot beon-jjae-il-ji

I wanna know you

I really wanna know you

Baby

때로는 슬프겠지

ttae-ro-neun seul-peu-gess-ji

이유 모를 쓸쓸함에

i-yu mo-reul sseul-sseul-ham-e

며칠 밤을 새겠지

myeo-chil bam-eul sae-gess-ji

Oh 그리고 난 네 옆에 있지

Oh geu-ri-go nan ne yeop-e iss-ji

So tell me

I wanna know you

I really wanna know you

손을 뜯는 버릇

son-eul tteut-neun beo-reus

쉽게 오해를 사는 말투

swip-ge o-hae-reul sa-neun mal-tu

나쁜 습관들도

na-ppeun seup-gwan-deul-do

I care babe

She's 2, 2, 21 now

애매한 미소는 Yes or no

ae-mae-han mi-so-neun Yes or no

그녀가 뭘 하던지 내버려둬

geu-nyeo-ga mwol ha-deon-ji nae-beo-ryeo-dwo

하드 캐리 캐리해 She's mine

ha-deu kae-ri kae-ri-hae She's mine

울고 싶었겠지 말 없이 기대서

ul-go sip-eoss-gess-ji mal eop-i gi-dae-seo

사람도 사랑도 모두 다 싫었겠지

sa-ram-do sa-rang-do mo-du da sil-eoss-gess-ji

맘을 닫은 채 Oh baby ooh

mam-eul dat-eun chae Oh baby ooh

그렇게 넌 무감각해졌겠지

geu-reot-ge neon mu-gam-gak-hae-jyeoss-gess-ji

Oh baby

다들 널 못 봐

da-deul neol mos bwa

널 판단하려고만 해 Baby

neol pan-dan-ha-ryeo-go-man hae Baby

널 얽매이게 하는

neol eol-mae-i-ge ha-neun

세상을 피해 숨어도 돼

se-sang-eul pi-hae sum-eo-do dwae

내게 기대 Yeah

nae-ge gi-dae Yeah

가식 없는 말투

ga-sik eop-neun mal-tu

차가워 보이는 시선 속

cha-ga-wo bo-i-neun si-seon sok

네 여린 마음을

ne yeo-rin ma-eum-eul

I care baby

She's 2, 2, 21 now

애매한 미소는 Yes or no

ae-mae-han mi-so-neun Yes or no

그녀가 뭘 하든지 내버려 둬

geu-nyeo-ga mwol ha-deun-ji nae-beo-ryeo dwo

하드 캐리 캐리해 She's mine

ha-deu kae-ri kae-ri-hae She's mine

이미 예쁘다는 소리는

i-mi ye-ppeu-da-neun so-ri-neun

귀가 지겹도록 들었으니까

gwi-ga ji-gyeop-do-rok deul-eoss-eu-ni-kka

너에 대해 얘기할 뿐

neo-e dae-hae yae-gi-hal ppun

너의 얘기는 듣지 않았으니까

neo-ui yae-gi-neun deut-ji an-ass-eu-ni-kka

난 그런 것들과는 다르니까

nan geu-reon geos-deul-gwa-neun da-reu-ni-kka

Would you be mine? Be mine?

But she said

(Uh cuz she don't give a shhhh)

She's 2, 2, 21 now

애매한 미소는 Yes or no

ae-mae-han mi-so-neun Yes or no

그녀가 뭘 하든지 내버려 둬

geu-nyeo-ga mwol ha-deun-ji nae-beo-ryeo dwo

하드 캐리 캐리해 She's mine

ha-deu kae-ri kae-ri-hae She's mine

She's 2, 2, 21 now

애매한 미소는 Yes or no

ae-mae-han mi-so-neun Yes or no

그녀가 뭘 하든지 내버려 둬

geu-nyeo-ga mwol ha-deun-ji nae-beo-ryeo dwo

하드 캐리 캐리해 She's mine

ha-deu kae-ri kae-ri-hae She's mine

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind 21 by DEAN.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"21" (21) by DEAN 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 "21" 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, "21" highlights DEAN'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 “21”?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for 21.

Performer (아티스트)DEAN
Album (앨범)130 Mood: TRBL
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under DEAN 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 21 by DEAN?

"21" is performed by DEAN. 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 21 with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced 21 by DEAN?

"21" is performed by DEAN, released on the album "130 Mood: TRBL" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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