CAKE album artwork

CAKE

CAKE

Artist: ITZY•Album: KILL MY DOUBT - EP
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

(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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

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

💡 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 “CAKE” by ITZY.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"CAKE" (CAKE) by ITZY is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "CAKE" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "CAKE" showcases ITZY's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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🏮 Korean Emotional Concepts & Cultural Moat

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

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

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "CAKE" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "CAKE" by ITZY explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

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

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “CAKE”?

"CAKE" (CAKE) by ITZY is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations...

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

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, ITZY bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “CAKE” 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.

🎼 Layer 2: Verified Production Lineage & Rights Registry

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)KILL MY DOUBT - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for ITZY
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for ITZY
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ITZY and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu CAKE dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu CAKE (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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