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Crown On My Head (YEJI)

Crown On My Head (YEJI)

Artist: ITZY•Album: BORN TO BE
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English21% KR📅 2024K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Crown On My Head (YEJI)” (Crown On My Head (YEJI)) is performed by ITZY, released on the album BORN TO BE in 2024.

💡 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

정해진 길을 버리고

jeong-hae-jin gil-eul beo-ri-go

나만의 거리를 만들어 가 (hey)

na-man-ui geo-ri-reul man-deul-eo ga (hey)

Someone said I'm like a leopard

Hell, yeah, I'm untamable, I mean, I'm born to be wild

상처는 결국 아무니까

sang-cheo-neun gyeol-guk a-mu-ni-kka

갑옷 따윈, I don't need that (that)

gap-os tta-win, I don't need that (that)

까만 두 눈동자에 독기를 머금은 채

kka-man du nun-dong-ja-e dok-gi-reul meo-geum-eun chae

붉은 카펫 위로, I smile with the queen's attitude

bul-eun ka-pes wi-ro, I smile with the queen's attitude

Chorus

우아한 장미의 미소만을 바래

u-a-han jang-mi-ui mi-so-man-eul ba-rae

보이지 않는 가시들이 찔러대는데

bo-i-ji an-neun ga-si-deul-i jjil-reo-dae-neun-de

얼마든지 다쳐도 좋아

eol-ma-deun-ji da-chyeo-do jot-a

"What doesn't kill me makes me stronger"

I'ma light my way

어둠 속에서 피워, 내 new flame

eo-dum sok-e-seo pi-wo, nae new flame

누릴 수 있어 'cause I paid the price

nu-ril su iss-eo 'cause I paid the price

끝까지 품위를 지켜내니까

kkeut-kka-ji pum-wi-reul ji-kyeo-nae-ni-kka

Verse 3

I got a crown on my head

Crown on my head, chosen my life to shine

Crown on my head, crown on my head

The only thing that's on my mind, oh-oh

I don't fear, 그게 뭐라도

I don't fear, geu-ge mwo-ra-do

고갤 세워 like I told ya, "Keep your chin up"

go-gael se-wo like I told ya, "Keep your chin up"

꺾으려 해도, I'm invincible (-ble)

kkeok-eu-ryeo hae-do, I'm invincible (-ble)

네 눈앞에 다시 보란 듯이 또 피어나 (-나)

ne nun-ap-e da-si bo-ran deus-i tto pi-eo-na (-na)

Verse 4

부딪혀도, I'm not afraid, 과감하게, ayy

bu-dit-hyeo-do, I'm not afraid, gwa-gam-ha-ge, ayy

I know my way, got no limit, I go straight, ayy

Feel the pain then I gain that I paid

Yeah, I'm on my way to throne

우아한 장미의 미소를 지을래

u-a-han jang-mi-ui mi-so-reul ji-eul-rae

가려진 그늘은 계속 커져간대도

ga-ryeo-jin geu-neul-eun gye-sok keo-jyeo-gan-dae-do

얼마든지 다쳐도 좋아

eol-ma-deun-ji da-chyeo-do jot-a

"What doesn't kill me makes me stronger"

Verse 5

I'ma light my way

어둠 속에서 피워, 내 new flame

eo-dum sok-e-seo pi-wo, nae new flame

누릴 수 있어 'cause I paid the price

nu-ril su iss-eo 'cause I paid the price

끝까지 품위를 지켜내니까

kkeut-kka-ji pum-wi-reul ji-kyeo-nae-ni-kka

I got a crown on my head

Crown on my head, chosen my life to shine

Crown on my head, crown on my head

The only thing that's on my mind, oh-oh

Verse 6

The hunnids scars on my heart

That's all me, myself and I

내 선택에 후횐 없어

nae seon-taek-e hu-hoen eop-eo

'Cause I got all in me

Ooh-ah

Ooh-ah, yeah

Ooh-ah

Ooh-ah, ah-ah

Verse 7

I'ma light my way

어둠 속에서 피워, 내 new flame

eo-dum sok-e-seo pi-wo, nae new flame

누릴 수 있어 'cause I paid the price

nu-ril su iss-eo 'cause I paid the price

끝까지 품위를 지켜내니까

kkeut-kka-ji pum-wi-reul ji-kyeo-nae-ni-kka

I got a crown on my head (I deserve it)

Crown on my head (I deserve it), chosen my life to shine

Crown on my head (hey, yeah), crown on my head

The only thing that's on my mind, oh-oh (oh-oh)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Crown On My Head (YEJI)” by ITZY.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Crown On My Head (YEJI)" (Crown On My Head (YEJI)) by ITZY 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 "Crown On My Head (YEJI)" 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, "Crown On My Head (YEJI)" highlights ITZY'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 “Crown On My Head (YEJI)”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Crown On My Head (YEJI)”.

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)BORN TO BE
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ITZY 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 Crown On My Head (YEJI) by ITZY?

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Who wrote and produced Crown On My Head (YEJI) by ITZY?

"Crown On My Head (YEJI)" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "BORN TO BE" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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