Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“DOMINO” (DOMINO) is performed by ITZY, released on the album CHECKMATE in 2022.
💡 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
Thinkin' about ya, city 한복판
Thinkin' about ya, city han-bok-pan
잠들지 못한 building 숲의 firefly
jam-deul-ji mos-han building sup-ui firefly
Thinkin' about ya, 주먹 쥔 손과
Thinkin' about ya, ju-meok jwin son-gwa
곧 울 듯한 face, yeah, 홀로 삼켜내던 밤
got ul deus-han face, yeah, hol-ro sam-kyeo-nae-deon bam
(Ah-ha) 화려한 도시 뒷면 shadow
(Ah-ha) hwa-ryeo-han do-si dwis-myeon shadow
(Ah-ha) 치열한 이 jungle feardom
(Ah-ha) chi-yeol-han i jungle feardom
Thinkin' about us, city 한복판
Thinkin' about us, city han-bok-pan
잠들지 못한 building 숲의 firefly
jam-deul-ji mos-han building sup-ui firefly
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 네가 있기에
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) ne-ga iss-gi-e
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 여기 by my side
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) yeo-gi by my side
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 울지 않을래?
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) ul-ji an-eul-rae?
Hold me tight, hold me tight, 솔직히 말하면, oh
Hold me tight, hold me tight, sol-jik-hi mal-ha-myeon, oh
있잖아, 나 난 너를 보며 버텨
iss-jan-a, na nan neo-reul bo-myeo beo-tyeo
Like a domino, domino
멋대로 무너질 수는 없다고
meos-dae-ro mu-neo-jil su-neun eop-da-go
Like a domino, domino
(Hey) you and I got the same feeling
너와 나, we ain't falling
neo-wa na, we ain't falling
(Hey) 서로의 힘이 돼 견뎌
(Hey) seo-ro-ui him-i dwae gyeon-dyeo
Like a domino, domino
하나 둘 사그라든 building 조명 속에, yeah
ha-na dul sa-geu-ra-deun building jo-myeong sok-e, yeah
꺼지지 않는 불빛 it's in my head, yeah
kkeo-ji-ji an-neun bul-bit it's in my head, yeah
Talkin' about ya, talkin' about us
다른 듯 나와 닮아 있는 너를 봐
da-reun deus na-wa dal-a iss-neun neo-reul bwa
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 내가 있을게
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) nae-ga iss-eul-ge
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 여기 by your side
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) yeo-gi by your side
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) 알 수 있어 난
(Ooh, ooh-ooh) al su iss-eo nan
Hold me tight, hold me tight, 말하지 않아도, oh
Hold me tight, hold me tight, mal-ha-ji an-a-do, oh
있잖아, 나 난 너를 보며 버텨
iss-jan-a, na nan neo-reul bo-myeo beo-tyeo
Like a domino, domino
멋대로 무너질 수는 없다고
meos-dae-ro mu-neo-jil su-neun eop-da-go
Like a domino, domino
(Hey) you and I got the same feeling
너와 나, we ain't falling
neo-wa na, we ain't falling
(Hey) 서로의 힘이 돼 견뎌
(Hey) seo-ro-ui him-i dwae gyeon-dyeo
Like a domino, domino
We ain't falling like a domino
Hold me, 잘하고 있다고
Hold me, jal-ha-go iss-da-go
We ain't falling like a domino
Hold me, 날 믿어 보라고
Hold me, nal mit-eo bo-ra-go
있잖아, 나 난 너를 보며 버텨
iss-jan-a, na nan neo-reul bo-myeo beo-tyeo
Like a domino, domino
이대로 쓰러질 맘은 없다고
i-dae-ro sseu-reo-jil mam-eun eop-da-go
Like a domino, domino
(Hey) you and I got the same feeling
너와 나, we ain't falling
neo-wa na, we ain't falling
(Hey) 서로의 힘이 돼 견뎌
(Hey) seo-ro-ui him-i dwae gyeon-dyeo
Like a domino, domino
We ain't falling like a domino
Hold me, 잘하고 있다고
Hold me, jal-ha-go iss-da-go
We ain't falling like a domino
Like a domino, domino
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “DOMINO” by ITZY.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
From the 2021 studio album NOEASY, "DOMINO" is celebrated for containing some of the fastest rap cadences in Stray Kids' entire catalog. Using the imagery of falling domino tiles, 3RACHA declare that with just a single flick of their finger, they trigger an unstoppable chain reaction of worldwide success.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Produced by 3RACHA and VERSACHOI with relentless whistling foley, snapping claps, and Han and Changbin's rapid 9.2 syl/sec breathless delivery.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “DOMINO”?
From the 2021 studio album NOEASY, "DOMINO" is celebrated for containing some of the fastest rap cadences in Stray Kids' entire catalog. Using the imagery of falling domino tiles, ...
Q: How can I practice singing “DOMINO” with proper Korean pronunciation?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “DOMINO”.
| Performer (아티스트) | ITZY |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | CHECKMATE |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2022 |
| Lyricist (작사) | Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA) |
| Composer (작곡) | Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA), VERSACHOI |
| Arranger (편곡) | VERSACHOI, Bang Chan (3RACHA) |
| Producer (프로듀서) | 3RACHA, VERSACHOI |
| Record Label (기획사) | JYP Entertainment / Republic Records |
| Distributor (유통사) | Dreamus |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about DOMINO, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of DOMINO by ITZY?
"DOMINO" is performed by ITZY. 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 DOMINO with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice DOMINO with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=domino, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced DOMINO by ITZY?
"DOMINO" was produced by 3RACHA, VERSACHOI with lyrics by Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA), released under JYP Entertainment / Republic Records.