Jekyll album artwork

Jekyll

Jekyll

Artist: EXO•Album: OBSESSION - The 6th Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English59% KR📅 2019K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Jekyll” (Jekyll) is performed by EXO, released on the album OBSESSION - The 6th Album in 2019.

💡 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

흐린 결말이 엉켜버린 시간이

heu-rin gyeol-mal-i eong-kyeo-beo-rin si-gan-i

쌓여가는 의문이 가득해질 때

ssat-yeo-ga-neun ui-mun-i ga-deuk-hae-jil ttae

계획된 거짓에 흔들리는 눈빛이

gye-hoek-doen geo-jis-e heun-deul-ri-neun nun-bit-i

감춰왔던 비밀이 붉게 물들어

gam-chwo-wass-deon bi-mil-i bul-ge mul-deul-eo

멈춘 시선 길을 잃었어

meom-chun si-seon gil-eul il-eoss-eo

답은 없어 침묵 속에 나를 가둬

dap-eun eop-eo chim-muk sok-e na-reul ga-dwo

내 안에 숨겨진 또 다른 내 모습

nae an-e sum-gyeo-jin tto da-reun nae mo-seup

수면 위로 chasin' 숨을 조여

su-myeon wi-ro chasin' sum-eul jo-yeo

Chorus

Got one shot, 누가 날 정의해, it's do or die for me

Got one shot, nu-ga nal jeong-ui-hae, it's do or die for me

Just one, 내 안엔 나 하나면 돼

Just one, nae an-en na ha-na-myeon dwae

It's coming, get ready, 머리에 울리는 너의 목소리

It's coming, get ready, meo-ri-e ul-ri-neun neo-ui mok-so-ri

지독한 밤이 와 (warning)

ji-dok-han bam-i wa (warning)

(Break out!) Break out! 내 속에 악몽처럼 꿈틀대

(Break out!) Break out! nae sok-e ak-mong-cheo-reom kkum-teul-dae

거침없이 도려내 (warning)

geo-chim-eop-i do-ryeo-nae (warning)

Ooh, 왜 날 밀어내? 이미 나는 네 안에

Ooh, wae nal mil-eo-nae? i-mi na-neun ne an-e

내가 나를 지배해 (break out)

nae-ga na-reul ji-bae-hae (break out)

Verse 3

Oh, my, my (my, my) 숨길 수 없어, 더는 없어 same for me

Oh, my, my (my, my) sum-gil su eop-eo, deo-neun eop-eo same for me

I shut you down (you down), 너의 자린 없어

I shut you down (you down), neo-ui ja-rin eop-eo

귀를 막아도 들려와 끝없는 속삭임

gwi-reul mak-a-do deul-ryeo-wa kkeut-eop-neun sok-sak-im

나를 미치게 하지 내 안에서

na-reul mi-chi-ge ha-ji nae an-e-seo

꿈인 것 같아 (wake up) 빠져들어 (oh, no) 내면 깊은 곳

kkum-in geos gat-a (wake up) ppa-jyeo-deul-eo (oh, no) nae-myeon gip-eun gos

턱 끝까지 차오르는 너란 존재

teok kkeut-kka-ji cha-o-reu-neun neo-ran jon-jae

밤을 새 기다린 검푸른 새벽이 (oh-oh)

bam-eul sae gi-da-rin geom-pu-reun sae-byeok-i (oh-oh)

비틀대며 shakin' 너를 삼켜

bi-teul-dae-myeo shakin' neo-reul sam-kyeo

Verse 4

Got one shot, 누가 날 정의해, it's do or die for me

Got one shot, nu-ga nal jeong-ui-hae, it's do or die for me

Just one, 내 안엔 나 하나면 돼

Just one, nae an-en na ha-na-myeon dwae

It's coming, get ready, 머리에 울리는 너의 목소리

It's coming, get ready, meo-ri-e ul-ri-neun neo-ui mok-so-ri

지독한 밤이 와 (warning)

ji-dok-han bam-i wa (warning)

(Break out!) Break out! 내 속에 악몽처럼 꿈틀대

(Break out!) Break out! nae sok-e ak-mong-cheo-reom kkum-teul-dae

거침없이 도려내 (warning)

geo-chim-eop-i do-ryeo-nae (warning)

Ooh, 왜 날 밀어내? 이미 나는 네 안에

Ooh, wae nal mil-eo-nae? i-mi na-neun ne an-e

내가 나를 지배해

nae-ga na-reul ji-bae-hae

Verse 5

까마득한 밤, 위태로운 이 순간

kka-ma-deuk-han bam, wi-tae-ro-un i sun-gan

희미하게 스쳐 간 달빛에 드리운 그림자

hui-mi-ha-ge seu-chyeo gan dal-bit-e deu-ri-un geu-rim-ja

어긋난 기억, 조각을 찾아

eo-geus-nan gi-eok, jo-gak-eul chat-a

헤매어 이 밤, 이젠 너를 벗어나

he-mae-eo i bam, i-jen neo-reul beos-eo-na

(Break out!) Break out! 내 속에 악몽처럼 꿈틀대

(Break out!) Break out! nae sok-e ak-mong-cheo-reom kkum-teul-dae

거침없이 도려내 (break out)

geo-chim-eop-i do-ryeo-nae (break out)

Ooh, 왜 날 밀어내? 이미 나는 네 안에

Ooh, wae nal mil-eo-nae? i-mi na-neun ne an-e

내가 나를 지배해 (peace out)

nae-ga na-reul ji-bae-hae (peace out)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Jekyll" (Jekyll) 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 "Jekyll" 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, "Jekyll" 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 “Jekyll”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Jekyll” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Jekyll”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)OBSESSION - The 6th Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under EXO and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

"Jekyll" 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 Jekyll with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Jekyll by EXO?

"Jekyll" is performed by EXO, released on the album "OBSESSION - The 6th Album" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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