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Lights Out

Lights Out

🇰🇷 Korean96% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Lights Out (Lights Out) is performed by EXO, released on the album Universe – Winter Special Album, 2017 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

숨 쉬는 것조차 힘겨울 만큼

sum swi-neun geos-jo-cha him-gyeo-ul man-keum

눈물이 차오를 땐

nun-mul-i cha-o-reul ttaen

가끔씩 내 안에 숨어 울어도 괜찮아

ga-kkeum-ssik nae an-e sum-eo ul-eo-do gwaen-chan-a

그래도 돼 지나갈 테니까

geu-rae-do dwae ji-na-gal te-ni-kka

내 품에 잠이 들어

nae pum-e jam-i deul-eo

이대로 깨지는 마요 다시 또 아침이 올 테니

i-dae-ro kkae-ji-neun ma-yo da-si tto a-chim-i ol te-ni

외로움 끝에선 그대가

oe-ro-um kkeut-e-seon geu-dae-ga

편히 꿈 꿀 수 있도록, 오늘은 그만 불을 꺼줘

pyeon-hi kkum kkul su iss-do-rok, o-neul-eun geu-man bul-eul kkeo-jwo

고개를 들었을 땐 미소를 띠어줘

go-gae-reul deul-eoss-eul ttaen mi-so-reul tti-eo-jwo

아픔 따윈 잊도록

a-peum tta-win it-do-rok

소중했던 작은 추억들 모두 간직한 채

so-jung-haess-deon jak-eun chu-eok-deul mo-du gan-jik-han chae

잠이 들 수 있게

jam-i deul su iss-ge

이젠 혼자가 아닌 걸

i-jen hon-ja-ga a-nin geol

더 이상 외롭진 마요 이대로 아침이 올 테니

deo i-sang oe-rop-jin ma-yo i-dae-ro a-chim-i ol te-ni

슬픔의 끝에선 그대가

seul-peum-ui kkeut-e-seon geu-dae-ga

편히 웃을 수 있도록, 오늘은 그만 불을 꺼줘

pyeon-hi us-eul su iss-do-rok, o-neul-eun geu-man bul-eul kkeo-jwo

하늘이 구름에 가려지듯

ha-neul-i gu-reum-e ga-ryeo-ji-deus

그대도 잠시 가려진다면 다시 또

geu-dae-do jam-si ga-ryeo-jin-da-myeon da-si tto

(Oh-oh) 그댈, (oh, oh) 그댈 (oh-oh)

(Oh-oh) geu-dael, (oh, oh) geu-dael (oh-oh)

그댈 비춰줄게

geu-dael bi-chwo-jul-ge

내 품에 잠이 들어

nae pum-e jam-i deul-eo

이대로 깨지는 마요 다시 또 아침이 올 테니

i-dae-ro kkae-ji-neun ma-yo da-si tto a-chim-i ol te-ni

외로움 끝에선 그대가

oe-ro-um kkeut-e-seon geu-dae-ga

편히 꿈 꿀 수 있도록, 오늘은 그만 불을 꺼줘

pyeon-hi kkum kkul su iss-do-rok, o-neul-eun geu-man bul-eul kkeo-jwo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Lights Out by EXO.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Lights Out" (Lights Out) 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 "Lights Out" 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, "Lights Out" 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 “Lights Out”?

"Lights Out" (Lights Out) 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 “Lights Out” 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 Lights Out.

Performer (아티스트)EXO
Album (앨범)Universe – Winter Special Album, 2017
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 Lights Out, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Lights Out by EXO?

"Lights Out" 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 Lights Out with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Lights Out by EXO?

"Lights Out" is performed by EXO, released on the album "Universe – Winter Special Album, 2017" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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