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Diamond

Diamond

Artist: EXO•Album: THE WAR - The 4th Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English30% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Diamond” (Diamond) is performed by EXO, released on the album THE WAR - The 4th Album 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

더 깊이 타오른 Fire

deo gip-i ta-o-reun Fire

멈출 줄 모르고

meom-chul jul mo-reu-go

온몸에 뜨거운 열기

on-mom-e tteu-geo-un yeol-gi

시간을 견디고

si-gan-eul gyeon-di-go

다시 태어나는 느낌

da-si tae-eo-na-neun neu-kkim

눈부시게 shining

nun-bu-si-ge shining

모두 손을 뻗어 오지만

mo-du son-eul ppeot-eo o-ji-man

보여줄게 네게만 Oh

bo-yeo-jul-ge ne-ge-man Oh

Chorus

가치를 재 더 확실한 chance

ga-chi-reul jae deo hwak-sil-han chance

어딜 비교해 날 감당 못 해

eo-dil bi-gyo-hae nal gam-dang mos hae

Blow up 지금 네 눈앞에

Blow up ji-geum ne nun-ap-e

We glow up 모두가 날 원해

We glow up mo-du-ga nal won-hae

We drive 'em crazy crazy

We do it daily daily

우린 빛나지

u-rin bit-na-ji

두 눈이 멀어지게 We be

du nun-i meol-eo-ji-ge We be

Verse 3

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Verse 4

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

피할 생각은 없어

pi-hal saeng-gak-eun eop-eo

부딪히고 깨질수록

bu-dit-hi-go kkae-jil-su-rok

투명함에 빛을 더해

tu-myeong-ham-e bit-eul deo-hae

날 완성해 나가는 걸

nal wan-seong-hae na-ga-neun geol

Verse 5

더없이 화려해진

deo-eop-i hwa-ryeo-hae-jin

내 모습은 이제

nae mo-seup-eun i-je

영원토록 너의 곁에서

yeong-won-to-rok neo-ui gyeot-e-seo

변치 않을 거라고 Oh

byeon-chi an-eul geo-ra-go Oh

완성해 내 더 완벽하게

wan-seong-hae nae deo wan-byeok-ha-ge

다 방심한 새 난 상식을 깨

da bang-sim-han sae nan sang-sik-eul kkae

Blow up 지금 네 눈앞에

Blow up ji-geum ne nun-ap-e

We glow up 진짜를 가려내

We glow up jin-jja-reul ga-ryeo-nae

Verse 6

We drive 'em crazy crazy

We do it daily daily

우린 빛나지

u-rin bit-na-ji

두 눈이 멀어지게 We be

du nun-i meol-eo-ji-ge We be

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Verse 7

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Oh 원한다면 baby

Oh won-han-da-myeon baby

원한다면

won-han-da-myeon

Baby 난 널 위해

Baby nan neol wi-hae

스스로 증명해

seu-seu-ro jeung-myeong-hae

Verse 8

내 가치는 영원해

nae ga-chi-neun yeong-won-hae

내 자릴 찾은 걸

nae ja-ril chat-eun geol

Shine on shine on

내 자릴 찾은 걸

nae ja-ril chat-eun geol

Shine on shine on

그 빛은 only one

geu bit-eun only one

Shine on shine on shine on

완성해 내 더 완벽하게

wan-seong-hae nae deo wan-byeok-ha-ge

Verse 9

다 방심한 새 난 상식을 깨

da bang-sim-han sae nan sang-sik-eul kkae

Blow up 지금 네 눈앞에

Blow up ji-geum ne nun-ap-e

We glow up 모두가 날 원해

We glow up mo-du-ga nal won-hae

We drive 'em crazy crazy

We do it daily daily

우린 빛나지

u-rin bit-na-ji

두 눈이 멀어지게 We be

du nun-i meol-eo-ji-ge We be

Shinin' shinin'

Verse 10

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Shinin' shinin'

Just like a diamond

Blindin' blindin'

You like a diamond

Shinin' shinin'

Verse 11

Just like a diamond

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Diamond" (Diamond) 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 "Diamond" 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, "Diamond" 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 “Diamond”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Diamond”.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)THE WAR - The 4th 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 Diamond by EXO?

"Diamond" 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 Diamond with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Diamond by EXO?

"Diamond" is performed by EXO, released on the album "THE WAR - The 4th Album" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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