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Mama

Mama

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English16% KR📅 2012K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Mama (Mama) is performed by EXO, released on the album Mama (The 1st Mini Album) - EP in 2012.

💡 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

Careless, careless

Shoot anonymous, anonymous

Careless, careless

Shoot anonymous, anonymous

Careless, careless

Shoot anonymous, anonymous

Heartless, mindless

No one who care about me?

우린 더 이상 눈을 마주 하지 않을까

u-rin deo i-sang nun-eul ma-ju ha-ji an-eul-kka

소통하지 않을까? 사랑하지 않을까?

so-tong-ha-ji an-eul-kka? sa-rang-ha-ji an-eul-kka?

아픈 현실에 다시 눈물이 흘러

a-peun hyeon-sil-e da-si nun-mul-i heul-reo

바꿀 수 있다고 바꾸면 된다고 말해요, 마마, 마마

ba-kkul su iss-da-go ba-kku-myeon doen-da-go mal-hae-yo, ma-ma, ma-ma

Careless, careless

Shoot anonymous, anonymous

Heartless, mindless

No one who care about me?

Careless, careless

Shoot anonymous, anonymous

Heartless, mindless

No one who care about me?

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Mama by EXO.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Mama" (Mama) 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 "Mama" 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, "Mama" 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 “Mama”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Mama” 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 Mama.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)Mama (The 1st Mini Album) - EP
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 Mama, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"Mama" 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 Mama with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Mama by EXO?

"Mama" is performed by EXO, released on the album "Mama (The 1st Mini Album) - EP" in 2012. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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