Ko Ko Bop album artwork

Ko Ko Bop

Ko Ko Bop

Artist: EXOAlbum: THE WAR - The 4th Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English39% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Ko Ko Bop (Ko Ko Bop) 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

Shimmie shimmie Ko Ko Bop

I think I like it

긴장은 down down

gin-jang-eun down down

부끄러 말고

bu-kkeu-reo mal-go

어지러운 마음속에 내가 들어가

eo-ji-reo-un ma-eum-sok-e nae-ga deul-eo-ga

익숙한 듯 부드럽게 네게 번져가

ik-suk-han deus bu-deu-reop-ge ne-ge beon-jyeo-ga

Ah woo 고요한 밤이야

Ah woo go-yo-han bam-i-ya

Ah woo 널 위한 밤이야

Ah woo neol wi-han bam-i-ya

참을 수가 없어 빠져가 Yeah yeah

cham-eul su-ga eop-eo ppa-jyeo-ga Yeah yeah

너의 몸짓에 난 취해가 Yeah yeah

neo-ui mom-jis-e nan chwi-hae-ga Yeah yeah

네가 알던 뻔한 모습의 나를 잊어 오늘

ne-ga al-deon ppeon-han mo-seup-ui na-reul it-eo o-neul

숨겨둔 본능이 Shimmie up

sum-gyeo-dun bon-neung-i Shimmie up

It goes down down baby

리듬에 온몸을

ri-deum-e on-mom-eul

It goes down down baby

맡기고 소리쳐 Oh 우린 Oh

mat-gi-go so-ri-chyeo Oh u-rin Oh

We going Ko Ko Bop

Hey!

Shimmie shimmie Ko Ko Bop

I think I like it

조금씩 down down

jo-geum-ssik down down

수줍어 말고

su-jup-eo mal-go

누가 뭐래도 넌 신경 쓰지 말어

nu-ga mwo-rae-do neon sin-gyeong sseu-ji mal-eo

지금 이대로 아름답기만 해

ji-geum i-dae-ro a-reum-dap-gi-man hae

멈춰버렸음 해 Baby are you down?

meom-chwo-beo-ryeoss-eum hae Baby are you down?

Ah woo 마지막 밤이야

Ah woo ma-ji-mak bam-i-ya

Ah woo 둘만의 밤이야

Ah woo dul-man-ui bam-i-ya

긴장하지 말고 다가와 Yeah yeah

gin-jang-ha-ji mal-go da-ga-wa Yeah yeah

네 모든 걸 내게 맡겨봐 Yeah yeah

ne mo-deun geol nae-ge mat-gyeo-bwa Yeah yeah

점점 풀려 가는 고삐 더 내려놔 오늘

jeom-jeom pul-ryeo ga-neun go-ppi deo nae-ryeo-nwa o-neul

눈치 보지 말고 Shakin' up

nun-chi bo-ji mal-go Shakin' up

It goes down down baby

리듬에 온몸을

ri-deum-e on-mom-eul

It goes down down baby

맡기고 소리쳐 Oh 우린 Oh

mat-gi-go so-ri-chyeo Oh u-rin Oh

Break it down now

Hey!

We go down now

(Listen!)

밤은 깊어도 더 빛나는 너

bam-eun gip-eo-do deo bit-na-neun neo

너의 그 눈빛이 다 내게 말해

neo-ui geu nun-bit-i da nae-ge mal-hae

기분 좋은 밤 넌 원하고 있어

gi-bun jot-eun bam neon won-ha-go iss-eo

알아 It's ok 이제 시작해

al-a It's ok i-je si-jak-hae

Let's go!

It's about to go go

Down down baby

리듬에 온몸을

ri-deum-e on-mom-eul

It goes down down baby

맡기고 소리쳐 Oh 우린 Oh

mat-gi-go so-ri-chyeo Oh u-rin Oh

Going Ko Ko Bop

Down down baby

귓가에 속삭여

gwis-ga-e sok-sak-yeo

It goes down down baby

내 맘을 불태워 Oh 미쳐 Oh

nae mam-eul bul-tae-wo Oh mi-chyeo Oh

Going Ko Ko Bop

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Ko Ko Bop" (Ko Ko Bop) 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 "Ko Ko Bop" 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, "Ko Ko Bop" 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 “Ko Ko Bop”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Ko Ko Bop.

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 Ko Ko Bop by EXO?

"Ko Ko Bop" 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 Ko Ko Bop by EXO?

"Ko Ko Bop" 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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