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The Eve

The Eve

Artist: EXOAlbum: THE WAR - The 4th Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English91% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

The Eve (The Eve) 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

똑바로 봐 What's the situation

ttok-ba-ro bwa What's the situation

당황한 너의 시선 너머

dang-hwang-han neo-ui si-seon neo-meo

끝내 무너지는 성벽

kkeut-nae mu-neo-ji-neun seong-byeok

차츰 밝아오는 새벽 Yeah uh

cha-cheum bal-a-o-neun sae-byeok Yeah uh

끝없이 이어지고 있어

kkeut-eop-i i-eo-ji-go iss-eo

무딘 칼날 끝에 잘라내지 못해

mu-din kal-nal kkeut-e jal-ra-nae-ji mos-hae

계속 반복되는 문제 Yeah

gye-sok ban-bok-doe-neun mun-je Yeah

미처 풀지 못한 숙제

mi-cheo pul-ji mos-han suk-je

높은 벽 앞에 스러지던

nop-eun byeok ap-e seu-reo-ji-deon

작고 약한 바람 소리가

jak-go yak-han ba-ram so-ri-ga

뒤엉켜 폭풍처럼 몰아치는

dwi-eong-kyeo pok-pung-cheo-reom mol-a-chi-neun

소릴 들어봐

so-ril deul-eo-bwa

깨고 부딪쳐야 해

kkae-go bu-dit-chyeo-ya hae

우릴 볼 수 있도록

u-ril bol su iss-do-rok

크게 소리쳐야 해

keu-ge so-ri-chyeo-ya hae

멀리 번져가도록

meol-ri beon-jyeo-ga-do-rok

여린 빛들이 번져가

yeo-rin bit-deul-i beon-jyeo-ga

긴 어둠을 다 몰아낸 순간

gin eo-dum-eul da mol-a-naen sun-gan

다시 깨어나야 해

da-si kkae-eo-na-ya hae

새로워진 아침에

sae-ro-wo-jin a-chim-e

오만한 시선들로 날 봐

o-man-han si-seon-deul-ro nal bwa

이미 다른 출발선 위에 앉아

i-mi da-reun chul-bal-seon wi-e an-a

까마득한 거리 Yeah

kka-ma-deuk-han geo-ri Yeah

닿지 않을 듯한 외침

dat-ji an-eul deus-han oe-chim

짓밟힌 채로 자라나던

jis-bal-hin chae-ro ja-ra-na-deon

간절한 수많은 꿈들이

gan-jeol-han su-man-eun kkum-deul-i

보란 듯 담장 너머 피워낸

bo-ran deus dam-jang neo-meo pi-wo-naen

풍경을 바라봐

pung-gyeong-eul ba-ra-bwa

깨고 부딪쳐야 해

kkae-go bu-dit-chyeo-ya hae

우릴 볼 수 있도록

u-ril bol su iss-do-rok

크게 소리쳐야 해

keu-ge so-ri-chyeo-ya hae

멀리 번져가도록

meol-ri beon-jyeo-ga-do-rok

여린 빛들이 번져가

yeo-rin bit-deul-i beon-jyeo-ga

긴 어둠을 다 몰아낸 순간

gin eo-dum-eul da mol-a-naen sun-gan

다시 깨어나야 해

da-si kkae-eo-na-ya hae

새로워진 아침에

sae-ro-wo-jin a-chim-e

왜곡되는 진실 가르쳐진 거짓

wae-gok-doe-neun jin-sil ga-reu-chyeo-jin geo-jis

변화의 목소리 파도가 일어

byeon-hwa-ui mok-so-ri pa-do-ga il-eo

전부 집어삼킬 바다를 만든 건 It's you

jeon-bu jip-eo-sam-kil ba-da-reul man-deun geon It's you

깨고 부딪쳐야 해

kkae-go bu-dit-chyeo-ya hae

우릴 볼 수 있도록

u-ril bol su iss-do-rok

크게 소리쳐야 해

keu-ge so-ri-chyeo-ya hae

멀리 번져가도록

meol-ri beon-jyeo-ga-do-rok

여린 빛들이 번져가

yeo-rin bit-deul-i beon-jyeo-ga

긴 어둠을 다 몰아낸 순간

gin eo-dum-eul da mol-a-naen sun-gan

다시 깨어나야 해

da-si kkae-eo-na-ya hae

새로워진 아침에

sae-ro-wo-jin a-chim-e

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind The Eve by EXO.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"The Eve" (The Eve) 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 "The Eve" 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, "The Eve" 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 “The Eve”?

"The Eve" (The Eve) 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 “The Eve” 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 The Eve.

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

Common questions about The Eve, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of The Eve by EXO?

"The Eve" 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 The Eve with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced The Eve by EXO?

"The Eve" 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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