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What If..

What If..

Artist: EXO•Album: The 2nd Album ‘EXODUS’
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English91% KR📅 2015K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“What If..” (What If..) is performed by EXO, released on the album The 2nd Album ‘EXODUS’ 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

서로 바라보는 시선 시선 시선 시선

seo-ro ba-ra-bo-neun si-seon si-seon si-seon si-seon

서로 바라보는 시선 시선 시선 시선

seo-ro ba-ra-bo-neun si-seon si-seon si-seon si-seon

하나 남아버린 시선 시선 시선 시선

ha-na nam-a-beo-rin si-seon si-seon si-seon si-seon

Oh 많이 행복해 보여 행복해 보여

Oh man-i haeng-bok-hae bo-yeo haeng-bok-hae bo-yeo

슬프도록 아름다운 널 보면

seul-peu-do-rok a-reum-da-un neol bo-myeon

그가 싫지는 않아 싫지는 않아

geu-ga sil-ji-neun an-a sil-ji-neun an-a

너를 천사처럼 웃게 하니까

neo-reul cheon-sa-cheo-reom us-ge ha-ni-kka

(Oh, oh, yeah) 꺼내기 전에 이젠 비밀처럼 되어버린 말

(Oh, oh, yeah) kkeo-nae-gi jeon-e i-jen bi-mil-cheo-reom doe-eo-beo-rin mal

Chorus

(Oh, oh, yeah) 난 그래선 안 된다는 것

(Oh, oh, yeah) nan geu-rae-seon an doen-da-neun geos

서로 마주보는 시선 둘

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun si-seon

굳게 닫혀버린 시선 둘

gut-ge dat-hyeo-beo-rin si-seon dul

늦어버린 시선 너를 놓친 시선

neut-eo-beo-rin si-seon neo-reul not-chin si-seon

괜히 자꾸만 미안해져

gwaen-hi ja-kku-man mi-an-hae-jyeo

이런 맘을 갖고 너를 보고 있는 것

i-reon mam-eul gat-go neo-reul bo-go iss-neun geos

서로 마주보는 시선 둘

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul

Verse 3

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 하나의 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun ha-na-ui si-seon

큰 착각을 했어 착각을 했어

keun chak-gak-eul haess-eo chak-gak-eul haess-eo

내 안에서만 자라왔던 꿈

nae an-e-seo-man ja-ra-wass-deon kkum

저 시간이 바람처럼

jeo si-gan-i ba-ram-cheo-reom

널 내 곁에 데려 올 거란

neol nae gyeot-e de-ryeo ol geo-ran

(Oh, oh, yeah) 도화지에 하얀 글씨로 가득했던 말

(Oh, oh, yeah) do-hwa-ji-e ha-yan geul-ssi-ro ga-deuk-haess-deon mal

(Oh, oh, yeah) 내가 너무 아껴뒀나봐

(Oh, oh, yeah) nae-ga neo-mu a-kkyeo-dwoss-na-bwa

서로 마주보는 시선 둘

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul

Verse 4

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun si-seon

굳게 닫혀버린 시선 둘

gut-ge dat-hyeo-beo-rin si-seon dul

늦어버린 시선 너를 놓친 시선

neut-eo-beo-rin si-seon neo-reul not-chin si-seon

괜히 자꾸만 미안해져

gwaen-hi ja-kku-man mi-an-hae-jyeo

이런 맘을 갖고 너를 보고 있는 것

i-reon mam-eul gat-go neo-reul bo-go iss-neun geos

서로 마주보는 시선 둘

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 하나의 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun ha-na-ui si-seon

이젠 내 서랍 속에 영원히

i-jen nae seo-rap sok-e yeong-won-hi

Verse 5

너를 간직해야 하겠지만

neo-reul gan-jik-hae-ya ha-gess-ji-man

가끔 꺼내 봐도 되겠니 oh

ga-kkeum kkeo-nae bwa-do doe-gess-ni oh

널 그리는 나의 마음이

neol geu-ri-neun na-ui ma-eum-i

작은 별이 되어도

jak-eun byeol-i doe-eo-do

나는 멀리서나마 난 마음속으로나마

na-neun meol-ri-seo-na-ma nan ma-eum-sok-eu-ro-na-ma

너를 따스하게 비춰줄게 oh

neo-reul tta-seu-ha-ge bi-chwo-jul-ge oh

서로 마주보는 시선 둘

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun si-seon

Verse 6

굳게 닫혀버린 시선 둘 (닫힌 시선 둘)

gut-ge dat-hyeo-beo-rin si-seon dul (dat-hin si-seon dul)

늦어버린 시선 너를 놓친 시선

neut-eo-beo-rin si-seon neo-reul not-chin si-seon

괜히 자꾸만 미안해져

gwaen-hi ja-kku-man mi-an-hae-jyeo

이런 맘을 갖고 너를 보고 있는 것 (너를 보고 있는 맘이)

i-reon mam-eul gat-go neo-reul bo-go iss-neun geos (neo-reul bo-go iss-neun mam-i)

서로 마주보는 시선 둘 (Girl, I'm missing you)

seo-ro ma-ju-bo-neun si-seon dul (Girl, I'm missing you)

하나 남은 시선 길을 잃은 하나의 시선

ha-na nam-eun si-seon gil-eul il-eun ha-na-ui si-seon

그게 나였다면 네 그 두 눈 속에서

geu-ge na-yeoss-da-myeon ne geu du nun sok-e-seo

너를 보고 있는 그의 시선 (너를 보는 시선)

neo-reul bo-go iss-neun geu-ui si-seon (neo-reul bo-neun si-seon)

Verse 7

그게 나였다면 네 그 두 눈 속에서

geu-ge na-yeoss-da-myeon ne geu du nun sok-e-seo

너를 보고 있는 그의 시선

neo-reul bo-go iss-neun geu-ui si-seon

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"What If.." (What If..) 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 "What If.." 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, "What If.." 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 “What If..”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “What If..”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)The 2nd Album ‘EXODUS’
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under EXO and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of What If.. by EXO?

"What If.." 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 What If.. by EXO?

"What If.." is performed by EXO, released on the album "The 2nd Album ‘EXODUS’" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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