Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
I can't believe
기다렸던 이런 느낌 (ooh-ooh-ooh)
gi-da-ryeoss-deon i-reon neu-kkim (ooh-ooh-ooh)
나만 듣고 싶은 그녀는 나의 멜로디
na-man deut-go sip-eun geu-nyeo-neun na-ui mel-ro-di
하루 종일 go on and on and oh
ha-ru jong-il go on and on and oh
떠나지 않게 그녈 내 곁에
tteo-na-ji an-ge geu-nyeol nae gyeot-e
Yeah, uh
Don't mess up my tempo
들어봐 이건 충분히 (yeah)
deul-eo-bwa i-geon chung-bun-hi (yeah)
I said don't mess up my tempo
그녀의 맘을 훔칠 beat uh
geu-nyeo-ui mam-eul hum-chil beat uh
어디에도 없을 리듬에 맞춰 1, 2, 3, uh (yeah)
eo-di-e-do eop-eul ri-deum-e mat-chwo 1, 2, 3, uh (yeah)
Don't mess up my tempo
멈출 수 없는 이끌림 (oh-oh-oh-oh)
meom-chul su eop-neun i-kkeul-rim (oh-oh-oh-oh)
매혹적인 넌 lovely
mae-hok-jeok-in neon lovely
틈 없이 좁혀진 거리
teum eop-i jop-hyeo-jin geo-ri
불규칙해지는 heartbeat
bul-gyu-chik-hae-ji-neun heartbeat
잠시 눈을 감아 trust me (woo-hoo)
jam-si nun-eul gam-a trust me (woo-hoo)
밖으로 나갈 채비 미리 해둬 are you ready? (Look)
bak-eu-ro na-gal chae-bi mi-ri hae-dwo are you ready? (Look)
오늘은 내가 캐리 도시 나 사이의 케미 (aw)
o-neul-eun nae-ga kae-ri do-si na sa-i-ui ke-mi (aw)
이미 나와 놓곤 뭐가 창피해 ma'boo (ah)
i-mi na-wa not-gon mwo-ga chang-pi-hae ma'boo (ah)
어정쩡 어버버 할 필요 없다고 (coming out)
eo-jeong-jjeong eo-beo-beo hal pil-yo eop-da-go (coming out)
챙길 건 없으니 손잡아 my lady
chaeng-gil geon eop-eu-ni son-jap-a my lady
가는 길마다 레드 카펫 또 런웨이인걸
ga-neun gil-ma-da re-deu ka-pes tto reon-we-i-in-geol
발걸음이 남달라 (swish)
bal-geol-eum-i nam-dal-ra (swish)
지금 이 속도 맞춰보자 tempo, ah
ji-geum i sok-do mat-chwo-bo-ja tempo, ah
Baby girl 아침을 설레게 하는 모닝콜
Baby girl a-chim-eul seol-re-ge ha-neun mo-ning-kol
매일 봐도 보고 싶은 맘인걸
mae-il bwa-do bo-go sip-eun mam-in-geol
지금부터 나와 let's get down (get down)
ji-geum-bu-teo na-wa let's get down (get down)
모든 것이 완벽하게 좋아
mo-deun geos-i wan-byeok-ha-ge jot-a
So don't slow it up for me
Don't mess up my tempo
들어봐 이건 충분히
deul-eo-bwa i-geon chung-bun-hi
I said don't mess up my tempo
그녀의 맘을 훔칠 Beat uh
geu-nyeo-ui mam-eul hum-chil Beat uh
어디에도 없을 리듬에 맞춰 1, 2, 3, uh
eo-di-e-do eop-eul ri-deum-e mat-chwo 1, 2, 3, uh
Don't mess up my tempo
멈출 수 없는 이끌림 ya
meom-chul su eop-neun i-kkeul-rim ya
주윌 둘러봐 lovely (oh, oh, oh)
ju-wil dul-reo-bwa lovely (oh, oh, oh)
틈 없이 좁혀진 거리
teum eop-i jop-hyeo-jin geo-ri
너에게 맞춰진 heartbeat
neo-e-ge mat-chwo-jin heartbeat
하고 싶은 대로 teach me
ha-go sip-eun dae-ro teach me
Uh (woo-ooh) 여긴 내 구역 don't test me (oh yeah)
Uh (woo-ooh) yeo-gin nae gu-yeok don't test me (oh yeah)
혼자 있기 어색하다면 보내줘 message
hon-ja iss-gi eo-saek-ha-da-myeon bo-nae-jwo message
Now you got me flexin' (flexin')
주윌 둘러봐
ju-wil dul-reo-bwa
널 보는 들러리들 속 위대한 개츠비 (hold on)
neol bo-neun deul-reo-ri-deul sok wi-dae-han gae-cheu-bi (hold on)
(Wow) I'm doing alright baby girl you don't know (you don't)
치워 네 머리 위에 물음표 (what?)
chi-wo ne meo-ri wi-e mul-eum-pyo (what?)
내 사전에 없는 L.I.E
nae sa-jeon-e eop-neun L.I.E
너는 이미 자연스럽게 맞추고 있어 내 tempo
neo-neun i-mi ja-yeon-seu-reop-ge mat-chu-go iss-eo nae tempo
Baby girl (baby girl)
내 어깨에 살짝 기댄 그대의 (기댄 그대의)
nae eo-kkae-e sal-jjak gi-daen geu-dae-ui (gi-daen geu-dae-ui)
아련한 향기가 다시 내 맘에 (내 맘에 Baby)
a-ryeon-han hyang-gi-ga da-si nae mam-e (nae mam-e Baby)
소용돌이치며 몰아친다
so-yong-dol-i-chi-myeo mol-a-chin-da
이대로 난 영원하고 싶다
i-dae-ro nan yeong-won-ha-go sip-da
(So don't mess up my tempo baby)
Don't slow it up for me
Don't mess up my tempo
Don't mess up my tempo
Don't mess up my tempo
Don't mess up my tempo (whoa, uh)
Don't mess up my tempo
Don't mess up my tempo
Don't mess up my tempo
내 눈을 바라보고 말해
nae nun-eul ba-ra-bo-go mal-hae
나의 귓가에만 닿게 (whoa yeah)
na-ui gwis-ga-e-man dat-ge (whoa yeah)
나만 사랑한다 말해
na-man sa-rang-han-da mal-hae
나밖에 없다고 말해
na-bak-e eop-da-go mal-hae
더 이상 흔들리지 않게 (oh-oh-oh)
deo i-sang heun-deul-ri-ji an-ge (oh-oh-oh)
절대 널 뺏기지 않게 (oh-oh-oh)
jeol-dae neol ppaes-gi-ji an-ge (oh-oh-oh)
누구도 건들 수 없게 (whoa)
nu-gu-do geon-deul su eop-ge (whoa)
내 곁에 너를 지킬게
nae gyeot-e neo-reul ji-kil-ge
Dum-dum-dum-dum-dum dum-dum-dum-dum
내 마음이 느껴지니 (느껴지니)
nae ma-eum-i neu-kkyeo-ji-ni (neu-kkyeo-ji-ni)
나를 감싸 안은 유일한 나만의 savior
na-reul gam-ssa an-eun yu-il-han na-man-ui savior
Oh-oh-oh-oh, no
모두 그런 널 바라보게 돼
mo-du geu-reon neol ba-ra-bo-ge dwae
I can't believe
I can't believe
I can't believe
기다렸던 이런 느낌 (이런 느낌)
gi-da-ryeoss-deon i-reon neu-kkim (i-reon neu-kkim)
나만 듣고 싶은 그녀는 나의 멜로디
na-man deut-go sip-eun geu-nyeo-neun na-ui mel-ro-di
하루 종일 go on and on and oh
ha-ru jong-il go on and on and oh
떠나지 않게 그녈 내 곁에 (yeah yeah yeah)
tteo-na-ji an-ge geu-nyeol nae gyeot-e (yeah yeah yeah)
Don't mess up my tempo
따라와 이건 충분히 (don't mess up my tempo baby)
tta-ra-wa i-geon chung-bun-hi (don't mess up my tempo baby)
I said don't mess up my tempo
완전히 다른 색의 beat uh (my tempo hoo-hoo)
wan-jeon-hi da-reun saek-ui beat uh (my tempo hoo-hoo)
어디에도 없을 이런 완벽한 1, 2, 3, uh (완벽한 1, 2, 3, yeah)
eo-di-e-do eop-eul i-reon wan-byeok-han 1, 2, 3, uh (wan-byeok-han 1, 2, 3, yeah)
Don't mess up my tempo
멈출 수 없는 이끌림 (no)
meom-chul su eop-neun i-kkeul-rim (no)
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Tempo” (Tempo) 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.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Tempo” by EXO.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"Tempo" (Tempo) 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.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Engineered with modern production techniques, "Tempo" showcases EXO's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Tempo”:
Considerate Emotional Warmth
Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Tempo" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.
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. "Tempo" 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:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “Tempo”?
"Tempo" (Tempo) by EXO is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectation...
Q: How does “Tempo” 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 “Tempo” 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.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Tempo”.
| Performer (아티스트) | EXO |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | DON'T MESS UP MY TEMPO – The 5th Album |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2018 |
| 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 & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under EXO and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tempo, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of Tempo by EXO?
"Tempo" 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 Tempo with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice Tempo with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=exo-tempo, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced Tempo by EXO?
"Tempo" 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 Tempo dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu Tempo (EXO) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.