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So Cynical (Badum)

So Cynical (Badum)

Artist: LE SSERAFIM•Album: HOT - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English29% KR📅 2025K-PopLE SSERAFIM

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“So Cynical (Badum)” (So Cynical (Badum)) is performed by LE SSERAFIM, released on the album HOT - EP in 2025.

💡 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

(Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum, ba-dum, ba-dum, ba-dum)

(Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum)

모른 척해 유난이야 넌 왜

mo-reun cheok-hae yu-nan-i-ya neon wae

우린 어느새 심장이 뛰는데

u-rin eo-neu-sae sim-jang-i ttwi-neun-de

That L-O-V-E 말로만 들었지

That L-O-V-E mal-ro-man deul-eoss-ji

사랑은 fictional 이럴 줄은 몰랐어

sa-rang-eun fictional i-reol jul-eun mol-rass-eo

한 손으론 tapping on it twice, 표정은 왜 try to hide

han son-eu-ron tapping on it twice, pyo-jeong-eun wae try to hide

"좋아요" 그 세 글자의 말 말로 하면 so uncool

"jot-a-yo" geu se geul-ja-ui mal mal-ro ha-myeon so uncool

Chorus

서둘러 다 놓치기 전에 때론 과감한 게 나아

seo-dul-reo da not-chi-gi jeon-e ttae-ron gwa-gam-han ge na-a

의심하지 마 you and I, right this moment

ui-sim-ha-ji ma you and I, right this moment

I want your lo-lo-lo-loving, 아닌 척 좀 그만하자

I want your lo-lo-lo-loving, a-nin cheok jom geu-man-ha-ja

Wa-wa-wa-want it, 서로가 원하잖아 that

Wa-wa-wa-want it, seo-ro-ga won-ha-jan-a that

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

심장은 kno-no-no-nocking, 네게도 들리잖아

sim-jang-eun kno-no-no-nocking, ne-ge-do deul-ri-jan-a

너 lo-lo-lo-loving 그만 두려워하자 like

neo lo-lo-lo-loving geu-man du-ryeo-wo-ha-ja like

Verse 3

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

Replay old days, 그땐 나도 so afraid

Replay old days, geu-ttaen na-do so afraid

다칠까 봐 닫힌 내 심장은 so blue

da-chil-kka bwa dat-hin nae sim-jang-eun so blue

너도 time to make a choice, 결정 앞에 don't avoid

neo-do time to make a choice, gyeol-jeong ap-e don't avoid

딴청 피우지 말고, what you waiting for?

ttan-cheong pi-u-ji mal-go, what you waiting for?

Cool한 사이를 좋아하지만, 너랑은 아니란 말야

C-o-o-l-han sa-i-reul jot-a-ha-ji-man, neo-rang-eun a-ni-ran mal-ya

"좋아요" 그 세 글자의 말 말로 하면 so uncool

"jot-a-yo" geu se geul-ja-ui mal mal-ro ha-myeon so uncool

Verse 4

서둘러 다 놓치기 전에 때론 과감한 게 나아

seo-dul-reo da not-chi-gi jeon-e ttae-ron gwa-gam-han ge na-a

의심하지 마 you and I, right this moment

ui-sim-ha-ji ma you and I, right this moment

I want your lo-lo-lo-loving, 아닌 척 좀 그만하자

I want your lo-lo-lo-loving, a-nin cheok jom geu-man-ha-ja

Wa-wa-wa-want it, 서로가 원하잖아, that

Wa-wa-wa-want it, seo-ro-ga won-ha-jan-a, that

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

심장은 kno-no-no-nocking, 네게도 들리잖아

sim-jang-eun kno-no-no-nocking, ne-ge-do deul-ri-jan-a

너 lo-lo-lo-loving 그만 두려워하자 like

neo lo-lo-lo-loving geu-man du-ryeo-wo-ha-ja like

Verse 5

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

So cynical, 이젠 그만할래

So cynical, i-jen geu-man-hal-rae

두려워 마 if your heart is beating

du-ryeo-wo ma if your heart is beating

So cynical, 망설이면 too late

So cynical, mang-seol-i-myeon too late

너-너와 glowing, ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

neo-neo-wa glowing, ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum

(Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-dum)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “So Cynical (Badum)” by LE SSERAFIM.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"So Cynical (Badum)" (So Cynical (Badum)) by LE SSERAFIM 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 "So Cynical (Badum)" 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, "So Cynical (Badum)" highlights LE SSERAFIM'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 “So Cynical (Badum)”?

"So Cynical (Badum)" (So Cynical (Badum)) by LE SSERAFIM is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connect...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)LE SSERAFIM
Album (앨범)HOT - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of So Cynical (Badum) by LE SSERAFIM?

"So Cynical (Badum)" is performed by LE SSERAFIM. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

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Who wrote and produced So Cynical (Badum) by LE SSERAFIM?

"So Cynical (Badum)" is performed by LE SSERAFIM, released on the album "HOT - EP" in 2025. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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