WANNABE album artwork

WANNABE

WANNABE

Artist: ITZY•Album: IT'z ME
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English31% KR📅 2020K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WANNABE” (WANNABE) is performed by ITZY, released on the album IT'z ME in 2020.

💡 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

잔소리는 stop it, 알아서 할 게

jan-so-ri-neun stop it, al-a-seo hal ge

내가 뭐가 되든 내가 알아서 할 테니까 좀

nae-ga mwo-ga doe-deun nae-ga al-a-seo hal te-ni-kka jom

I do what I wanna, 평범하게 살든 말든 내버려 둘래?

I do what I wanna, pyeong-beom-ha-ge sal-deun mal-deun nae-beo-ryeo dul-rae?

어차피 내가 살아 내 인생 내 거니까

eo-cha-pi nae-ga sal-a nae in-saeng nae geo-ni-kka

I'm so bad, bad, 차라리 이기적일래

I'm so bad, bad, cha-ra-ri i-gi-jeok-il-rae

눈치 보느라 착한 척 상처받는 것보다 백번 나아

nun-chi bo-neu-ra chak-han cheok sang-cheo-bat-neun geos-bo-da baek-beon na-a

I'm just on my way, 간섭은, no, no 해

I'm just on my way, gan-seop-eun, no, no hae

말해버릴지도 몰라 너나 잘하라고

mal-hae-beo-ril-ji-do mol-ra neo-na jal-ha-ra-go

Chorus

누가 뭐라 해도 난 나야

nu-ga mwo-ra hae-do nan na-ya

난 그냥 내가 되고 싶어 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang nae-ga doe-go sip-eo (I wanna be me, me, me)

굳이 뭔가 될 필요는 없어

gut-i mwon-ga doel pil-yo-neun eop-eo

난 그냥 나일 때 완벽하니까 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang na-il ttae wan-byeok-ha-ni-kka (I wanna be me, me, me)

I don't wanna be somebody

Just wanna be me, be me (I wanna be me, me, me)

I don't wanna be somebody

Just wanna be me, be me (I wanna be me, me, me)

Verse 3

(Action!) Errbody, errbody, errbody teaching me (hey, all eyes on me, hey)

이래라, 저래라, 모두 한마디씩 (hey, don't touch me, hey)

i-rae-ra, jeo-rae-ra, mo-du han-ma-di-ssik (hey, don't touch me, hey)

Ah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah, 내 앞가림은 내가 해

Ah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah, nae ap-ga-rim-eun nae-ga hae

I'ma do my thing, just do your thang 'cause I'm the one and only

사람들은 남 말하기를 좋아해 (라라라)

sa-ram-deul-eun nam mal-ha-gi-reul jot-a-hae (ra-ra-ra)

남의 인생에 뭔 관심이 많아 왜? (라라라)

nam-ui in-saeng-e mwon gwan-sim-i man-a wae? (ra-ra-ra)

저기 미안하지만, 신경 좀 꺼줄래요?

jeo-gi mi-an-ha-ji-man, sin-gyeong jom kkeo-jul-rae-yo?

It's none of your business, I do my own business

Verse 4

누가 뭐라 해도 난 나야

nu-ga mwo-ra hae-do nan na-ya

난 그냥 내가 되고 싶어 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang nae-ga doe-go sip-eo (I wanna be me, me, me)

굳이 뭔가 될 필요는 없어

gut-i mwon-ga doel pil-yo-neun eop-eo

난 그냥 나일 때 완벽하니까 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang na-il ttae wan-byeok-ha-ni-kka (I wanna be me, me, me)

(Hey, hey)

No matter if you love me or hate me

(Hey, hey)

I wanna be me, one and only me

Verse 5

If you feel me (hey), turn this beat up (hey)

I wanna be me, me, me

누가 뭐라 해도 난 나야

nu-ga mwo-ra hae-do nan na-ya

난 그냥 내가 되고 싶어 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang nae-ga doe-go sip-eo (I wanna be me, me, me)

굳이 뭔가 될 필요는 없어

gut-i mwon-ga doel pil-yo-neun eop-eo

난 그냥 나일 때 완벽하니까 (I wanna be me, me, me)

nan geu-nyang na-il ttae wan-byeok-ha-ni-kka (I wanna be me, me, me)

I don't wanna be somebody

Just wanna be me, be me (I wanna be me, me, me)

Verse 6

I don't wanna be somebody

Just wanna be me, be me (I wanna be me, me, me)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"WANNABE" (WANNABE) 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 "WANNABE" 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, "WANNABE" 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 “WANNABE”?

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

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

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)IT'z ME
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ITZY and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about WANNABE, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of WANNABE by ITZY?

"WANNABE" 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 WANNABE with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced WANNABE by ITZY?

"WANNABE" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "IT'z ME" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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