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SNEAKERS

SNEAKERS

Artist: ITZY•Album: CHECKMATE
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English21% KR📅 2022K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“SNEAKERS” (SNEAKERS) 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

Verse 1

Yeah, yeah

Let's go, like what?

자유로운 기분, I like that

ja-yu-ro-un gi-bun, I like that

고민 따윈 already done, done (done, done)

go-min tta-win already done, done (done, done)

색안경 끼고 보는 게 죄지

saek-an-gyeong kki-go bo-neun ge joe-ji

That's not my fault, woah

Told ya I don't care at all

내 멋대로 갈 거야 (oh-oh)

nae meos-dae-ro gal geo-ya (oh-oh)

Chorus

필요 없어 order

pil-yo eop-eo order

Don't need no guidance, I'm makin' my way

I'm on my way up (top-top)

Run to the top (ah, woo)

난 언제든 straight up (alright)

nan eon-je-deun straight up (alright)

원래 두려운 게 없어 난

won-rae du-ryeo-un ge eop-eo nan

상관없어, call me trouble

sang-gwan-eop-eo, call me trouble

Or you can call me weirdo

Verse 3

나로 살고 싶어

na-ro sal-go sip-eo

턱 끝을 치켜올린 채로

teok kkeut-eul chi-kyeo-ol-rin chae-ro

다 가질 듯한 attitude 그거면 돼 (ah)

da ga-jil deus-han attitude geu-geo-myeon dwae (ah)

Put my sneakers on

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go

Put my sneakers on (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

Put my sneakers on

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go

Verse 4

멀리 가보자고, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

meol-ri ga-bo-ja-go, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

기다리던 순간, stand up, stand up

gi-da-ri-deon sun-gan, stand up, stand up

빨리 뛰는 심장, don't stop, don't stop

ppal-ri ttwi-neun sim-jang, don't stop, don't stop

Get loose, 불태워 지금, my youth (지금, my youth, yeah)

Get loose, bul-tae-wo ji-geum, my youth (ji-geum, my youth, yeah)

The party ain't started

시작도 안 했어 난 (oh-oh)

si-jak-do an haess-eo nan (oh-oh)

요즘 꽂힌 말이 하나 있지

yo-jeum kkot-hin mal-i ha-na iss-ji

My best is yet to come

Verse 5

상관없어, call me trouble

sang-gwan-eop-eo, call me trouble

Or you can call me weirdo

나로 살고 싶어 (oh)

na-ro sal-go sip-eo (oh)

턱 끝을 치켜 올린 채로

teok kkeut-eul chi-kyeo ol-rin chae-ro

다 가질 듯한 attitude 그거면 돼 (ah)

da ga-jil deus-han attitude geu-geo-myeon dwae (ah)

Put my sneakers on

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go

Put my sneakers on (that's right, put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

Verse 6

Put my sneakers on

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go (get, set, go)

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go (get, set, go)

멀리 가보자고, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

meol-ri ga-bo-ja-go, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

자유롭게 뛰고 싶어 다른 사람

ja-yu-rop-ge ttwi-go sip-eo da-reun sa-ram

시선들, don't care now (hey, hey)

si-seon-deul, don't care now (hey, hey)

어디까지 가게 될지 모르지만

eo-di-kka-ji ga-ge doel-ji mo-reu-ji-man

일단은, start right now

il-dan-eun, start right now

Yeah, alright (alright)

Verse 7

멈추지 마 to the top (yeah)

meom-chu-ji ma to the top (yeah)

Don't worry about it, 'cause you know I

Put my sneakers on

상관없어, call me trouble

sang-gwan-eop-eo, call me trouble

Or you can call me weirdo

나로 살고 싶어 (wanna live my life)

na-ro sal-go sip-eo (wanna live my life)

턱 끝을 치켜 올린 채로 (ooh)

teok kkeut-eul chi-kyeo ol-rin chae-ro (ooh)

다 가질 듯한 attitude 그거면 돼

da ga-jil deus-han attitude geu-geo-myeon dwae

Verse 8

You better put your sneakers on

Put my sneakers on

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go

Put my sneakers on (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

Put my sneakers on (put 'em up now)

하나, 둘, ready, get set, go (oh, yeah)

ha-na, dul, ready, get set, go (oh, yeah)

멀리 가보자고, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

meol-ri ga-bo-ja-go, yah, yah (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

자유롭게 뛰고 싶어 다른 사람

ja-yu-rop-ge ttwi-go sip-eo da-reun sa-ram

Verse 9

시선들, don't care now (hey, hey)

si-seon-deul, don't care now (hey, hey)

어디까지 가게 될지 모르지만

eo-di-kka-ji ga-ge doel-ji mo-reu-ji-man

일단은, start right now

il-dan-eun, start right now

Yeah, alright (alright)

멈추지 마 to the top (yeah)

meom-chu-ji ma to the top (yeah)

같이 걸어 가보자고 (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

gat-i geol-eo ga-bo-ja-go (put 'em up, put 'em up, yeah, yeah)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “SNEAKERS” by ITZY.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"SNEAKERS" (SNEAKERS) 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 "SNEAKERS" 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, "SNEAKERS" 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 “SNEAKERS”?

"SNEAKERS" (SNEAKERS) by ITZY is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabilit...

Q: How can I practice singing “SNEAKERS” 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 “SNEAKERS”.

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)CHECKMATE
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 SNEAKERS by ITZY?

"SNEAKERS" 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.

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Who wrote and produced SNEAKERS by ITZY?

"SNEAKERS" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "CHECKMATE" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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