TENDER LOVE album artwork

TENDER LOVE

TENDER LOVE

Artist: EXO•Album: LOVE ME RIGHT - The 2nd Album Repackage
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English53% KR📅 2015K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“TENDER LOVE” (TENDER LOVE) is performed by EXO, released on the album LOVE ME RIGHT - The 2nd Album Repackage in 2015.

💡 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

Verse 1

인도의 안쪽으로 들어와 들어와

in-do-ui an-jjok-eu-ro deul-eo-wa deul-eo-wa

혹시 다치지 않게 널 끌어당기고

hok-si da-chi-ji an-ge neol kkeul-eo-dang-gi-go

같이 밥 먹을 때도 숟가락 젓가락을

gat-i bap meok-eul ttae-do sut-ga-rak jeos-ga-rak-eul

냅킨 위에 올려 깨끗이 놔주고

naep-kin wi-e ol-ryeo kkae-kkeus-i nwa-ju-go

잠이 부족한 아침 이라고 해도

jam-i bu-jok-han a-chim i-ra-go hae-do

조금 일찍 일어나 틱틱 모닝콜

jo-geum il-jjik il-eo-na tik-tik mo-ning-kol

널 좋아하게 된 순간부터

neol jot-a-ha-ge doen sun-gan-bu-teo

하루도 보통날인적 없어

ha-ru-do bo-tong-nal-in-jeok eop-eo

Chorus

친한 오빠동생 사이 감정 없는 척

chin-han o-ppa-dong-saeng sa-i gam-jeong eop-neun cheok

좋은 동생이라고 널 소개하지만

jot-eun dong-saeng-i-ra-go neol so-gae-ha-ji-man

입안에 머무는 말 널 사랑하고 있어

ip-an-e meo-mu-neun mal neol sa-rang-ha-go iss-eo

I wanna give you

Tender love

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love

Tender love, baby

Verse 3

Tender love (세련되진 않지만)

Tender love (se-ryeon-doe-jin an-ji-man)

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love (누구보다 깊고 또 신중한)

Tender love (nu-gu-bo-da gip-go tto sin-jung-han)

내 사랑은 구식이야

nae sa-rang-eun gu-sik-i-ya

친한 친구들은 이미 (너 머야)

chin-han chin-gu-deul-eun i-mi (neo meo-ya)

눈치챈듯해 고백고백고백해

nun-chi-chaen-deus-hae go-baek-go-baek-go-baek-hae

아쉽게 널 보내고 나면 기분은 왠지

a-swip-ge neol bo-nae-go na-myeon gi-bun-eun waen-ji

오에오에오에아

o-e-o-e-o-e-a

Verse 4

친한 오빠동생 사이 감정 없는 척

chin-han o-ppa-dong-saeng sa-i gam-jeong eop-neun cheok

착한 동생이라고 널 소개하지만

chak-han dong-saeng-i-ra-go neol so-gae-ha-ji-man

입안에 머무는 말 널 사랑하고 있어

ip-an-e meo-mu-neun mal neol sa-rang-ha-go iss-eo

I wanna give you

Tender love

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love

Tender love, baby

Verse 5

Tender love (세련되진 않지만)

Tender love (se-ryeon-doe-jin an-ji-man)

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love (누구보다 깊고 또 신중한)

Tender love (nu-gu-bo-da gip-go tto sin-jung-han)

내 사랑은 구식이야

nae sa-rang-eun gu-sik-i-ya

눈썹 끝을 아래로 뚝 떨어뜨리고 말을 흘리네 (오빠오빠)

nun-sseop kkeut-eul a-rae-ro ttuk tteol-eo-tteu-ri-go mal-eul heul-ri-ne (o-ppa-o-ppa)

그럴 때면 심장 소리가 밖으로 크게 울리네 (쿵쾅쿵쾅)

geu-reol ttae-myeon sim-jang so-ri-ga bak-eu-ro keu-ge ul-ri-ne (kung-kwang-kung-kwang)

얼굴은 화끈화끈 귀에선 불이 나네

eol-gul-eun hwa-kkeun-hwa-kkeun gwi-e-seon bul-i na-ne

그러다가도 몇 시간 지나면 멘탈은 다시 유리가 돼

geu-reo-da-ga-do myeot si-gan ji-na-myeon men-tal-eun da-si yu-ri-ga dwae

Verse 6

Tender love

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love

Tender love, baby

Tender love (세련되진 않지만)

Tender love (se-ryeon-doe-jin an-ji-man)

Tender love, baby (Give it to me)

Tender love (누구보다 깊고 또 신중한)

Tender love (nu-gu-bo-da gip-go tto sin-jung-han)

내 사랑은 구식이야

nae sa-rang-eun gu-sik-i-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “TENDER LOVE” by EXO.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"TENDER LOVE" (TENDER LOVE) by EXO 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 "TENDER LOVE" 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, "TENDER LOVE" highlights EXO'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 “TENDER LOVE”?

"TENDER LOVE" (TENDER LOVE) by EXO is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnera...

Q: How can I practice singing “TENDER LOVE” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “TENDER LOVE”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)LOVE ME RIGHT - The 2nd Album Repackage
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under EXO and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about TENDER LOVE, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of TENDER LOVE by EXO?

"TENDER LOVE" 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 TENDER LOVE with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced TENDER LOVE by EXO?

"TENDER LOVE" is performed by EXO, released on the album "LOVE ME RIGHT - The 2nd Album Repackage" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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