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Sweet Lies

Sweet Lies

Artist: EXO•Album: THE POWER OF MUSIC – The 4th Album ‘THE WAR’ Repackage - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English41% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Sweet Lies” (Sweet Lies) is performed by EXO, released on the album THE POWER OF MUSIC – The 4th Album ‘THE WAR’ Repackage - EP in 2017.

💡 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

Oh 가끔 진실이란 거

Oh ga-kkeum jin-sil-i-ran geo

Oh 거짓말보다 아픔

Oh geo-jis-mal-bo-da a-peum

Oh 모두 상처받긴 겁나는 걸

Oh mo-du sang-cheo-bat-gin geop-na-neun geol

진실에서 다 고개를 돌려

jin-sil-e-seo da go-gae-reul dol-ryeo

조금 위험한 줄 알면서도 (so bitter)

jo-geum wi-heom-han jul al-myeon-seo-do (so bitter)

감당할 자신 없다고 (거짓말이라도)

gam-dang-hal ja-sin eop-da-go (geo-jis-mal-i-ra-do)

꼭 그렇게 해서라도 곁에 둘 수 있다면

kkok geu-reot-ge hae-seo-ra-do gyeot-e dul su iss-da-myeon

I tell her

Chorus

Sweet lies, sweet lies, sweet lies

세상에서 가장 달콤한 거짓 baby

se-sang-e-seo ga-jang dal-kom-han geo-jis baby

I tell her

Sweet lies, sweet lies

원하는 게 이거라면 다 해줄게

won-ha-neun ge i-geo-ra-myeon da hae-jul-ge

No no no no no, baby don't say you want no liar

No no no no no, baby don't say you want no bad guy

진실이 거짓보다 아파서 no no no no no

jin-sil-i geo-jis-bo-da a-pa-seo no no no no no

Verse 3

두 손으로 귀를 막는 너 oh my

du son-eu-ro gwi-reul mak-neun neo oh my

상처 주기 나도 싫어 (so bitter)

sang-cheo ju-gi na-do sil-eo (so bitter)

이럴 수 밖엔 없는 걸 (아무리 해봐도)

i-reol su bak-en eop-neun geol (a-mu-ri hae-bwa-do)

그래서 나 이렇게 또

geu-rae-seo na i-reot-ge tto

할 수 없이 또다시

hal su eop-i tto-da-si

So I tell her

Sweet lies, sweet lies, sweet lies

세상에서 가장 달콤한 거짓 baby

se-sang-e-seo ga-jang dal-kom-han geo-jis baby

Verse 4

I tell her

Sweet lies, sweet lies

원하는 게 이거라면 다 해줄게

won-ha-neun ge i-geo-ra-myeon da hae-jul-ge

Yeah, 생각보다 쉽게 맘을 주지 않는 나

Yeah, saeng-gak-bo-da swip-ge mam-eul ju-ji an-neun na

달콤한 거짓말로 너를 녹여 like a hot cocoa in the winter

dal-kom-han geo-jis-mal-ro neo-reul nok-yeo like a hot cocoa in the winter

억지로 너를 밀어내려 했어 계속해서

eok-ji-ro neo-reul mil-eo-nae-ryeo haess-eo gye-sok-hae-seo

Had to tell you, that I lie to you, but you know I'm a pretender

이미 말했지 난 다루기가 힘든 칼날이고 나를 원한다면

i-mi mal-haess-ji nan da-ru-gi-ga him-deun kal-nal-i-go na-reul won-han-da-myeon

Verse 5

깊숙이 베여 버릴지도 몰라 경고해도 못 들은 척 귀를 막아

gip-suk-i be-yeo beo-ril-ji-do mol-ra gyeong-go-hae-do mos deul-eun cheok gwi-reul mak-a

Let me tell you what's on my mind

Sorry, I can't be that guy

많은 걸 바라지는 마

man-eun geol ba-ra-ji-neun ma

사실은 나

sa-sil-eun na

시작하기 두려워 쓴 향기가

si-jak-ha-gi du-ryeo-wo sseun hyang-gi-ga

입안 가득히 느껴지잖아 만약 네가

ip-an ga-deuk-hi neu-kkyeo-ji-jan-a man-yak ne-ga

두 눈을 감고 거짓이라도

du nun-eul gam-go geo-jis-i-ra-do

Verse 6

날 원한다면 행복하게 해줄게

nal won-han-da-myeon haeng-bok-ha-ge hae-jul-ge

세상 가장 달콤한 거짓말로 I tell you

se-sang ga-jang dal-kom-han geo-jis-mal-ro I tell you

Sweet lies, sweet lies

세상에서 가장 달콤한 거짓 baby

se-sang-e-seo ga-jang dal-kom-han geo-jis baby

I tell her

Sweet lies, sweet lies

원하는 게 이거라면 해줄게

won-ha-neun ge i-geo-ra-myeon hae-jul-ge

I tell her

Verse 7

Sweet lies, sweet lies, sweet lies

Sweet lies

I tell her

Sweet lies, sweet lies, sweet lies

Sweet lies, girl, no no

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Sweet Lies" (Sweet Lies) 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 "Sweet Lies" 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, "Sweet Lies" 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 “Sweet Lies”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Sweet Lies” 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 “Sweet Lies”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)THE POWER OF MUSIC – The 4th Album ‘THE WAR’ Repackage - 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 Sweet Lies, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Sweet Lies by EXO?

"Sweet Lies" 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 Sweet Lies with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Sweet Lies by EXO?

"Sweet Lies" is performed by EXO, released on the album "THE POWER OF MUSIC – The 4th Album ‘THE WAR’ Repackage - EP" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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