CAKE album artwork

CAKE

CAKE

Artist: ITZY•Album: KILL MY DOUBT - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English23% KR📅 2023K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“CAKE” (CAKE) is performed by ITZY, released on the album KILL MY DOUBT - EP in 2023.

💡 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

ITZY, ITZY, like that!

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

It's a piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Yeah, piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la, la

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

Chorus

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake (cake)

하늘은 참 파래 또 내 시간은 never waits

ha-neul-eun cham pa-rae tto nae si-gan-eun never waits

똑같은 건 뻔해 또 다른 걸 난 원해 chase (yeah, I want it)

ttok-gat-eun geon ppeon-hae tto da-reun geol nan won-hae chase (yeah, I want it)

어떻게 모둘 다 맞춰줘

eo-tteot-ge mo-dul da mat-chwo-jwo

존중해 줘, I do me, you do you (you and I)

jon-jung-hae jwo, I do me, you do you (you and I)

너는 너, 나는 나, 좋잖아 (yeah, yeah, yeah)

neo-neun neo, na-neun na, jot-jan-a (yeah, yeah, yeah)

Cake, cake, can't wait 'til I bite them

어차피 인생은 내꺼 (내꺼)

eo-cha-pi in-saeng-eun nae-kkeo (nae-kkeo)

Verse 3

Baam, baam, can't wait 'til I shoot them

뭘 그리 복잡해 매번 (매번)

mwol geu-ri bok-jap-hae mae-beon (mae-beon)

Shake it, shake, shake it, shake, shake it, shake

Bust it up, bust it up, bust it up

우린 너무나 바빠, yeah, like my birthday

u-rin neo-mu-na ba-ppa, yeah, like my birthday

Maybe 쉽지 않아 anyway

Maybe swip-ji an-a anyway

생각대로 every day

saeng-gak-dae-ro every day

고민 고민 대신에

go-min go-min dae-sin-e

Verse 4

나만 생각 해 이제

na-man saeng-gak hae i-je

다 괜찮아, 어때 껌이라고 난 생각해

da gwaen-chan-a, eo-ttae kkeom-i-ra-go nan saeng-gak-hae

Alright, alright

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

It's a piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Yeah, piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Verse 5

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la, la

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

장담 못 해 날씨처럼, it's up in the air

jang-dam mos hae nal-ssi-cheo-reom, it's up in the air

내일도 너 행복할지 who can guarantee it, so

nae-il-do neo haeng-bok-hal-ji who can guarantee it, so

ATM, 지금이 훨씬 중요해

ATM, ji-geum-i hwol-ssin jung-yo-hae

Yeah, your way, just live it up 'cause

Verse 6

Maybe 쉽지 않아 anyway

Maybe swip-ji an-a anyway

생각대로 every day

saeng-gak-dae-ro every day

고민 고민 대신에

go-min go-min dae-sin-e

나만 생각 해 이제

na-man saeng-gak hae i-je

다 괜찮아, 어때 껌이라고 난 생각해

da gwaen-chan-a, eo-ttae kkeom-i-ra-go nan saeng-gak-hae

Alright, alright

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Verse 7

It's a piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Yeah, piece of cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la, la

(Ooh-wee) la, la-la-la, la-la-la

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

Cake, cake, cake, cake, cake

Sometimes, sometimes

Verse 8

시원한 바람을 원해

si-won-han ba-ram-eul won-hae

힘이 더 날지 몰라, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh

him-i deo nal-ji mol-ra, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh

Sometimes, sometimes

가끔 무관심이 편해

ga-kkeum mu-gwan-sim-i pyeon-hae

(Ayy) 누구든 들리게 말해

(Ayy) nu-gu-deun deul-ri-ge mal-hae

(Ayy) 쉽게 좀 생각해 like that

(Ayy) swip-ge jom saeng-gak-hae like that

쉽지 않아 anyway

swip-ji an-a anyway

생각대로 every day

saeng-gak-dae-ro every day

Verse 9

고민 고민 대신에

go-min go-min dae-sin-e

나만 생각 해 이제

na-man saeng-gak hae i-je

다 괜찮아, 어때 껌이라고 난 생각해

da gwaen-chan-a, eo-ttae kkeom-i-ra-go nan saeng-gak-hae

Alright, alright

왕 하고 먹어버려 다, yeah, like

wang ha-go meok-eo-beo-ryeo da, yeah, like

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"CAKE" (CAKE) 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 "CAKE" 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, "CAKE" 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 “CAKE”?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “CAKE”.

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)KILL MY DOUBT - EP
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 CAKE by ITZY?

"CAKE" 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 CAKE with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice CAKE with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=cake, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced CAKE by ITZY?

"CAKE" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "KILL MY DOUBT - EP" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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