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Bad Dream

Bad Dream

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Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

불안한 정적

bul-an-han jeong-jeok

넌 그 위로 덮쳐

neon geu wi-ro deop-chyeo

넌 어느 틈에

neon eo-neu teum-e

또 어느 틈에

tto eo-neu teum-e

청해봐도 잠은 점점 달아나고 있어

cheong-hae-bwa-do jam-eun jeom-jeom dal-a-na-go iss-eo

좋은 모든 기억은 후회라는 색에 물들어 oh no-no-no

jot-eun mo-deun gi-eok-eun hu-hoe-ra-neun saek-e mul-deul-eo oh no-no-no

네가 없다는 사실이 난 안 믿겨

ne-ga eop-da-neun sa-sil-i nan an mit-gyeo

유난히도 큰 시계 소리 (Tic-toc-tic-toc)

yu-nan-hi-do keun si-gye so-ri (Tic-toc-tic-toc)

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불을 끈 뒤 눈을 감고 누우면

bul-eul kkeun dwi nun-eul gam-go nu-u-myeon

어디선가 잔잔하게 불어와

eo-di-seon-ga jan-jan-ha-ge bul-eo-wa

Ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh

이건 너인 것 같아 네가 흩날리기 시작해

i-geon neo-in geos gat-a ne-ga heut-nal-ri-gi si-jak-hae

Ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh

텅 빈 바람 소린 점점 폭풍이 되어

teong bin ba-ram so-rin jeom-jeom pok-pung-i doe-eo

이상할 만큼 고요했던 내게로

i-sang-hal man-keum go-yo-haess-deon nae-ge-ro

삼킬 듯이 다가오는 나쁜 꿈

sam-kil deus-i da-ga-o-neun na-ppeun kkum

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난 마비된 채 움직일 수 없어

nan ma-bi-doen chae um-jik-il su eop-eo

휘몰아친 네 안에 잠겨

hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e jam-gyeo

모든 감정이 (한꺼번에)

mo-deun gam-jeong-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

너와의 이별이 (한꺼번에)

neo-wa-ui i-byeol-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

다 지금 여기 한꺼번에 덮쳐

da ji-geum yeo-gi han-kkeo-beon-e deop-chyeo

난 난 난 휘몰아친 네 안에 있어

nan nan nan hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e iss-eo

마지못해 안녕 그게 최선이었다고

ma-ji-mos-hae an-nyeong geu-ge choe-seon-i-eoss-da-go

단정 지어버렸던 그때의 날 누가 말려줘 oh no-no-no

dan-jeong ji-eo-beo-ryeoss-deon geu-ttae-ui nal nu-ga mal-ryeo-jwo oh no-no-no

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그건 진심이 아니었다 말해도

geu-geon jin-sim-i a-ni-eoss-da mal-hae-do

너의 맘은 다 닫혔겠지

neo-ui mam-eun da dat-hyeoss-gess-ji

돌아돌아갈 수 없는 틈을 스치고

dol-a-dol-a-gal su eop-neun teum-eul seu-chi-go

나를 베어버린 날카로운 숨

na-reul be-eo-beo-rin nal-ka-ro-un sum

Ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh

이건 너인 것 같아 네가 아파오기 시작해

i-geon neo-in geos gat-a ne-ga a-pa-o-gi si-jak-hae

Ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh

이제서야 끝이 난 게 실감이 났어

i-je-seo-ya kkeut-i nan ge sil-gam-i nass-eo

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이상할 만큼 고요했던 내게로

i-sang-hal man-keum go-yo-haess-deon nae-ge-ro

삼킬 듯이 다가오는 나쁜 꿈

sam-kil deus-i da-ga-o-neun na-ppeun kkum

난 마비된 채 움직일 수 없어

nan ma-bi-doen chae um-jik-il su eop-eo

휘몰아친 네 안에 잠겨

hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e jam-gyeo

모든 감정이 (한꺼번에)

mo-deun gam-jeong-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

너와의 이별이 (한꺼번에)

neo-wa-ui i-byeol-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

다 지금 여기 한꺼번에 덮쳐

da ji-geum yeo-gi han-kkeo-beon-e deop-chyeo

난 난 난 휘몰아친 네 안에 있어

nan nan nan hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e iss-eo

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너를 놓지 못해 이제 와서야 뒤늦게

neo-reul not-ji mos-hae i-je wa-seo-ya dwi-neut-ge

이런 날 부디 알아도 모른척해

i-reon nal bu-di al-a-do mo-reun-cheok-hae

아직 어제 같아 여전히

a-jik eo-je gat-a yeo-jeon-hi

시간이 지나도 넌 이렇게 그려져 번져

si-gan-i ji-na-do neon i-reot-ge geu-ryeo-jyeo beon-jyeo

이상할 만큼 고요했던 내게로 (내게 점점 더)

i-sang-hal man-keum go-yo-haess-deon nae-ge-ro (nae-ge jeom-jeom deo)

삼킬 듯이 다가오는 나쁜 꿈 (삼킬 듯이 와)

sam-kil deus-i da-ga-o-neun na-ppeun kkum (sam-kil deus-i wa)

난 마비된 채 움직일 수 없어

nan ma-bi-doen chae um-jik-il su eop-eo

휘몰아친 네 안에 잠겨 (네게 잠겨)

hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e jam-gyeo (ne-ge jam-gyeo)

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모든 감정이 (한꺼번에)

mo-deun gam-jeong-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

너와의 이별이 (한꺼번에)

neo-wa-ui i-byeol-i (han-kkeo-beon-e)

다 지금 여기 한꺼번에 덮쳐

da ji-geum yeo-gi han-kkeo-beon-e deop-chyeo

난 난 난 휘몰아친 네 안에 있어

nan nan nan hwi-mol-a-chin ne an-e iss-eo

잘 지내라고 했는데 잊어달라고 했는데

jal ji-nae-ra-go haess-neun-de it-eo-dal-ra-go haess-neun-de

나도 그러고 싶은데 그게 맘대로 잘 안돼

na-do geu-reo-go sip-eun-de geu-ge mam-dae-ro jal an-dwae

온 힘을 다해 버틸게 모든 바람이 걷힐 때

on him-eul da-hae beo-til-ge mo-deun ba-ram-i geot-hil ttae

그땐 너처럼 웃을게 oh yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah

geu-ttaen neo-cheo-reom us-eul-ge oh yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Bad Dream” (Bad Dream) is performed by EXO, released on the album DON'T MESS UP MY TEMPO – The 5th Album in 2018.

💡 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.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Bad Dream” by EXO.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Bad Dream" (Bad Dream) by EXO 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.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "Bad Dream" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "Bad Dream" showcases EXO's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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🏮 Korean Emotional Concepts & Cultural Moat

Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Bad Dream”:

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Bad Dream" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

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. "Bad Dream" by EXO explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “Bad Dream”?

"Bad Dream" (Bad Dream) by EXO is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public exp...

Q: How does “Bad Dream” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, EXO bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “Bad Dream” 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.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Bad Dream”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)DON'T MESS UP MY TEMPO – The 5th Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for EXO
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for EXO
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under EXO and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bad Dream, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Bad Dream by EXO?

"Bad Dream" is performed by EXO. 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 Bad Dream with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Bad Dream with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=exo-bad-dream, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Bad Dream by EXO?

"Bad Dream" is performed by EXO, released on the album "DON'T MESS UP MY TEMPO – The 5th Album" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu Bad Dream dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu Bad Dream (EXO) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.

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