Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
Take me back, back to the city, city
Back, back to the city (oh-oh-oh)
(Oh-oh-oh) yeah, oh, woo!
Hey you, do you remember?
한 밤의 hangout, 밤새 빛나던
han bam-ui hangout, bam-sae bit-na-deon
옹기종기 모여 얘길 나눠볼까?
ong-gi-jong-gi mo-yeo yae-gil na-nwo-bol-kka?
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh
And that night, 반했던 city (oh, yeah)
And that night, ban-haess-deon city (oh, yeah)
설렘 가득한 (ha), 꿈같던 순간 (yo)
seol-rem ga-deuk-han (ha), kkum-gat-deon sun-gan (yo)
그 때로 돌아가, we keep on dreaming, dreaming
geu ttae-ro dol-a-ga, we keep on dreaming, dreaming
It's so fun, so fun
우리로 가득했던 곳
u-ri-ro ga-deuk-haess-deon gos
함께여서, never afraid
ham-kke-yeo-seo, never afraid
Oh, my gosh
Was the best time I ever had, oh-whoa
오늘도 오로라, 오로라 빛 (오로라, 오로라 빛)
o-neul-do o-ro-ra, o-ro-ra bit (o-ro-ra, o-ro-ra bit)
그곳이 우리를 부르니, yeah
geu-gos-i u-ri-reul bu-reu-ni, yeah
다 함께 또 놀러 가
da ham-kke tto nol-reo ga
꼭 네 손을 잡고서
kkok ne son-eul jap-go-seo
All night 춤추는 도시 위로
All night chum-chu-neun do-si wi-ro
Moonlight, 비추는 맘이 shine
Moonlight, bi-chu-neun mam-i shine
Oh-oh-oh-oh, back, back to the city
Oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
All day 빛나는, 우린 서로
All day bit-na-neun, u-rin seo-ro
Daylight, 따스히 지켜 줘
Daylight, tta-seu-hi ji-kyeo jwo
Oh-oh-oh-oh, let's go back into the city
Oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
정신 없이 즐겨 봐 맘이 가는 대로 다
jeong-sin eop-i jeul-gyeo bwa mam-i ga-neun dae-ro da
언제라도, that's okay, 신나는 party
eon-je-ra-do, that's okay, sin-na-neun party
초 꽂은 cake 후 불고 wish 눈 감고
cho kkot-eun cake hu bul-go wish nun gam-go
간절하게 그렸던 꿈, 난 빌어
gan-jeol-ha-ge geu-ryeoss-deon kkum, nan bil-eo
Yes, we were feeling so high, feeling so high
기억을 되돌리는, oh, beautiful stars
gi-eok-eul doe-dol-ri-neun, oh, beautiful stars
다 함께 또 놀러 가
da ham-kke tto nol-reo ga
꼭 네 손을 잡고서
kkok ne son-eul jap-go-seo
All night 춤추는 도시 위로
All night chum-chu-neun do-si wi-ro
Moonlight, 비추는 맘이 shine
Moonlight, bi-chu-neun mam-i shine
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back, back to the city
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
All day 빛나는, 우린 서로
All day bit-na-neun, u-rin seo-ro
Daylight, 따스히 지켜 줘
Daylight, tta-seu-hi ji-kyeo jwo
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, let's go back into the city
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
(Take me back) take me back, back to the city
(Take me back) take me back, back to the city
(Take me back before the nineteen) take me back before the nineteen
Back to the city
눈을 감아 봐
nun-eul gam-a bwa
별자리 같던, oh, 그 도시
byeol-ja-ri gat-deon, oh, geu do-si
난 마치 어제처럼 선명해져
nan ma-chi eo-je-cheo-reom seon-myeong-hae-jyeo
(선명해져)
(seon-myeong-hae-jyeo)
나 무너질 때 언제라도
na mu-neo-jil ttae eon-je-ra-do
일으켜준 소중한 기억
il-eu-kyeo-jun so-jung-han gi-eok
Baby, let's get started, keep trying
Let us be, 기억해 우리
Let us be, gi-eok-hae u-ri
(Hey, you) all night 춤추는 도시 위로
(Hey, you) all night chum-chu-neun do-si wi-ro
(Oh) moonlight, 비추는 맘이 shine
(Oh) moonlight, bi-chu-neun mam-i shine
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back, back to the city (to the city)
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
All day 빛나는, 우린 서로
All day bit-na-neun, u-rin seo-ro
Daylight, 따스히 지켜 줘 (지켜 줘)
Daylight, tta-seu-hi ji-kyeo jwo (ji-kyeo jwo)
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, let's go back into the city
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city (baby, yeah, oh)
Take me back, back to the city
Take me back, back to the city (to the city)
Take me into the city (come on)
Back to the city
Take me back, back to the city (to the nineteen)
Take me back, back to the city
Take me into the city (before the nineteen)
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, back to the city
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Back to the City” (Back to the City) is performed by Kep1er, released on the album LOVESTRUCK! - 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.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Back to the City” by Kep1er.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"Back to the City" (Back to the City) by Kep1er 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.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Engineered with modern production techniques, "Back to the City" showcases Kep1er's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Back to the City”:
Considerate Emotional Warmth
Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Back to the City" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.
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. "Back to the City" by Kep1er explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.
🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “Back to the City”?
"Back to the City" (Back to the City) by Kep1er is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension b...
Q: How does “Back to the City” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, Kep1er bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
Q: How can I practice singing “Back to the City” 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.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Back to the City”.
| Performer (아티스트) | Kep1er |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | LOVESTRUCK! - EP |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2023 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for Kep1er |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for Kep1er |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under Kep1er and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Back to the City, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of Back to the City by Kep1er?
"Back to the City" is performed by Kep1er. 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 Back to the City with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice Back to the City with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=kep1er-back-to-the-city, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced Back to the City by Kep1er?
"Back to the City" is performed by Kep1er, released on the album "LOVESTRUCK! - EP" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu Back to the City dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
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