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Damage

Damage

Artist: EXO•Album: DON'T MESS UP MY TEMPO – The 5th Album
Tempo:105 BPM
Key:E Minor
Language:67% KR • 33% EN
Year:2018
K-Pop
Boy Group
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Verse 1
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Uh, yo, yo

Damage, damage, damage

Damage, damage, damage, yeah

Ok, 넌 무덤덤한 얼굴로 거짓을 또 내뱉어

Ok, neon mu-deom-deom-han eol-gul-ro geo-jis-eul tto nae-baet-eo

다 알면서 난 마치 습관처럼 흔들려

da al-myeon-seo nan ma-chi seup-gwan-cheo-reom heun-deul-ryeo

숨이 안 쉬어져 추억에 젖어

sum-i an swi-eo-jyeo chu-eok-e jeot-eo

더 깊어지는 방황 앞에 내 믿음이 무너져

deo gip-eo-ji-neun bang-hwang ap-e nae mit-eum-i mu-neo-jyeo

한 번의 거짓말이 낳은 거짓 어디까지 너였나 (나-나-나-나)

han beon-ui geo-jis-mal-i nat-eun geo-jis eo-di-kka-ji neo-yeoss-na (na-na-na-na)

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Chorus
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한숨만 계속 뿜어내고 있어 눈앞이 흐려져가

han-sum-man gye-sok ppum-eo-nae-go iss-eo nun-ap-i heu-ryeo-jyeo-ga

어두워진 밤에 모르게 나를 따돌리던 게

eo-du-wo-jin bam-e mo-reu-ge na-reul tta-dol-ri-deon ge

악몽이라고 치부하기엔 불안이 끝도 없던 밤

ak-mong-i-ra-go chi-bu-ha-gi-en bul-an-i kkeut-do eop-deon bam

암흑 속에 넌 끝내 날 깨워 놔

am-heuk sok-e neon kkeut-nae nal kkae-wo nwa

버텨봐도 다 너 때문에

beo-tyeo-bwa-do da neo ttae-mun-e

You 다치고 또 다치게 해

You da-chi-go tto da-chi-ge hae

다 너 때문에 you 커진 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you keo-jin damage

네가 당겨 놓은 내 신호탄 모든 순간

ne-ga dang-gyeo not-eun nae sin-ho-tan mo-deun sun-gan

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Verse 3
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되돌리기엔 너무 커진 damage

doe-dol-ri-gi-en neo-mu keo-jin damage

You 엎치고 또 덮친 어둠

You eop-chi-go tto deop-chin eo-dum

다 너 때문에 you 생긴 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you saeng-gin damage

아차 싶은 그 순간 알겠지만

a-cha sip-eun geu sun-gan al-gess-ji-man

난 이미 멀리 떠나 da-damage

nan i-mi meol-ri tteo-na da-damage

Damage, damage, damage, da-

닥쳐올 거야 후회가 내 바닥난 인내를 봐

dak-chyeo-ol geo-ya hu-hoe-ga nae ba-dak-nan in-nae-reul bwa

말라버린 기대와 내 의무감도

mal-ra-beo-rin gi-dae-wa nae ui-mu-gam-do

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Verse 4
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끌고 갈수록 또 깊어진 상처

kkeul-go gal-su-rok tto gip-eo-jin sang-cheo

떠난 후에 넌 느껴 답해봐 너도, uh

tteo-nan hu-e neon neu-kkyeo dap-hae-bwa neo-do, uh

희미하게 비친 웃음에 감춰진

hui-mi-ha-ge bi-chin us-eum-e gam-chwo-jin

너의 진심 이젠 내 맘이 no, no

neo-ui jin-sim i-jen nae mam-i no, no

불안한 어둠이 쓰라린 기억이

bul-an-han eo-dum-i sseu-ra-rin gi-eok-i

몰아치는 이 밤

mol-a-chi-neun i bam

혼란 속에 넌 끝내 날 깨워 놔

hon-ran sok-e neon kkeut-nae nal kkae-wo nwa

참아봐도 다 너 때문에

cham-a-bwa-do da neo ttae-mun-e

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Verse 5
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You 다치고 또 다치게 해

You da-chi-go tto da-chi-ge hae

다 너 때문에 you 커진 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you keo-jin damage

네가 당겨 놓은 내 신호탄 모든 순간

ne-ga dang-gyeo not-eun nae sin-ho-tan mo-deun sun-gan

되돌리기엔 너무 커진 damage

doe-dol-ri-gi-en neo-mu keo-jin damage

You 엎치고 또 덮친 어둠

You eop-chi-go tto deop-chin eo-dum

다 너 때문에 you 생긴 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you saeng-gin damage

아차 싶은 그 순간 알겠지만

a-cha sip-eun geu sun-gan al-gess-ji-man

난 이미 멀리 떠나 da-damage

nan i-mi meol-ri tteo-na da-damage

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Verse 6
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다 끝난 일인 걸 돌아갈 수 없음을, no, no, no

da kkeut-nan il-in geol dol-a-gal su eop-eum-eul, no, no, no

다른 누군가를 만나 사랑할 수만 있다면, yeah

da-reun nu-gun-ga-reul man-na sa-rang-hal su-man iss-da-myeon, yeah

생각하면 생각할수록 내 맘의 상처는 더 깊어져

saeng-gak-ha-myeon saeng-gak-hal-su-rok nae mam-ui sang-cheo-neun deo gip-eo-jyeo

And I know 내게는 또 다른 사랑은 없어

And I know nae-ge-neun tto da-reun sa-rang-eun eop-eo

E.X.O

다 너 때문에

da neo ttae-mun-e

You 다치고 또 다치게 해

You da-chi-go tto da-chi-ge hae

다 너 때문에 you 커진 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you keo-jin damage

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Verse 7
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네가 당겨 놓은 내 신호탄 모든 순간

ne-ga dang-gyeo not-eun nae sin-ho-tan mo-deun sun-gan

되돌리기엔 너무 커진 damage

doe-dol-ri-gi-en neo-mu keo-jin damage

You 겹치고 또 겹친 어둠

You gyeop-chi-go tto gyeop-chin eo-dum

다 너 때문에 you 생긴 damage

da neo ttae-mun-e you saeng-gin damage

결국 나였다는 걸 알겠지만

gyeol-guk na-yeoss-da-neun geol al-gess-ji-man

난 이미 멀리 떠나 da-damage

nan i-mi meol-ri tteo-na da-damage

Damage, damage, damage, da- (Oh)

Damage, damage, damage, da- (Yea-yea-hey)

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Verse 8
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멀리 떠나

meol-ri tteo-na

멀리 떠나 da-damage

meol-ri tteo-na da-damage

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

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

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Damage" (Damage) 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 "Damage" 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, "Damage" 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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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

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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. "Damage" 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. "Damage" 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 “Damage”?

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

Q: How does “Damage” 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.

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What is the English translation and meaning of Damage by EXO?

"Damage" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Damage by EXO?

"Damage" 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.

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