WHAT I WANT album artwork

WHAT I WANT

WHAT I WANT

Artist: ITZY•Album: CHECKMATE
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English18% KR📅 2022K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WHAT I WANT” (WHAT I WANT) 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

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

Chorus

Pick you up, 맘에 널 담아

Pick you up, mam-e neol dam-a

망설임은 not my type

mang-seol-im-eun not my type

실컷 고민해 봤자

sil-keos go-min-hae bwass-ja

Timing만 늦출 뿐이지

T-i-m-i-n-g-man neut-chul ppun-i-ji

너를 재고 따질 생각 없어 난

neo-reul jae-go tta-jil saeng-gak eop-eo nan

그저 느낌 가는 대로 move

geu-jeo neu-kkim ga-neun dae-ro move

좀 까다로운 내 눈에

jom kka-da-ro-un nae nun-e

든 데는 이유가 있다고

deun de-neun i-yu-ga iss-da-go

Verse 3

너만이 가진 style이 시선을 뺏지

neo-man-i ga-jin s-t-y-l-e-i si-seon-eul ppaes-ji

어딜 가든 분위기를 lead it

eo-dil ga-deun bun-wi-gi-reul lead it

그런 너를 갖고 싶어

geu-reon neo-reul gat-go sip-eo

Now, ow, ah-ooh-oh-oh-oh-ah

잠깐 날 스친 호기심이라도 좋아

jam-kkan nal seu-chin ho-gi-sim-i-ra-do jot-a

시간 지나 아쉽긴 싫어

si-gan ji-na a-swip-gin sil-eo

먼저 맘을 줄래 다

meon-jeo mam-eul jul-rae da

그러면 지는 거라 해도 (so, yah, baby)

geu-reo-myeon ji-neun geo-ra hae-do (so, yah, baby)

Verse 4

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

Verse 5

이것 봐, 내가 고른 건 세상 사람 다 넘봐

i-geos bwa, nae-ga go-reun geon se-sang sa-ram da neom-bwa

근데 너 알지, 알지 널 감당할 건 나뿐인 걸

geun-de neo al-ji, al-ji neol gam-dang-hal geon na-ppun-in geol

뭐 또 적당한 사인 별로야? 전부 fit 하게 맞춰가

mwo tto jeok-dang-han sa-in byeol-ro-ya? jeon-bu fit ha-ge mat-chwo-ga

쏟아지는, check, 부럽게도 우린 잘 어울려

ssot-a-ji-neun, check, bu-reop-ge-do u-rin jal eo-ul-ryeo

어쩌면 너를 찾아 헤맸는지 몰라

eo-jjeo-myeon neo-reul chat-a he-maess-neun-ji mol-ra

너무 애매했던 맘 지나

neo-mu ae-mae-haess-deon mam ji-na

True love, 사랑이란 걸

True love, sa-rang-i-ran geol

확실히 느낀 것만 같아 (oh-whoa, so, yah, baby)

hwak-sil-hi neu-kkin geos-man gat-a (oh-whoa, so, yah, baby)

Verse 6

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

Verse 7

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (mmm-ah)

I know what I want, I know what I want

I know what, what, what I want (wish)

Getting what I want, getting what I want

Gonna get, get what I want (wish)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"WHAT I WANT" (WHAT I WANT) 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 "WHAT I WANT" 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, "WHAT I WANT" 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 “WHAT I WANT”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “WHAT I WANT” 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 “WHAT I WANT”.

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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What is the English translation and meaning of WHAT I WANT by ITZY?

"WHAT I WANT" 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 WHAT I WANT with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced WHAT I WANT by ITZY?

"WHAT I WANT" 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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