DOMINO album artwork

DOMINO

DOMINO

Artist: ITZY•Album: CHECKMATE
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & 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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

(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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

(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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

(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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

(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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

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

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“DOMINO” (DOMINO) is performed by ITZY, released on the album CHECKMATE in 2022.

💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “DOMINO” by ITZY.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

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.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The domino reaction illustrates momentum: overcoming initial hesitation initiates a cascading wave of victories where one success triggers the next effortlessly.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Produced by 3RACHA and VERSACHOI with relentless whistling foley, snapping claps, and Han and Changbin's rapid 9.2 syl/sec breathless delivery.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “DOMINO”:

Linguistic & Cultural Context
연쇄반응(Yeonswaebaneung)

Chain reaction, cascading momentum

Metaphor for cumulative global cultural impact.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

연쇄반응(Yeonswaebaneung)
Chain reaction, cascading momentum
Metaphor for cumulative global cultural impact.
도미노(Domino)
Domino tile
시작(Sijak)
Beginning, first decisive catalyst

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic 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, 3RACHA declare that ...

Q: How does “DOMINO” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Chain reaction, cascading momentum and nuanced vocal delivery, ITZY bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “DOMINO” 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 and real-time audio sync.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “DOMINO”.

⭐Featured Production Lineage:
3RACHA (Self-Producing Beast)
Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)CHECKMATE
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
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.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu DOMINO dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu DOMINO (ITZY) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.

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