Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
(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
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
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
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
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)
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“So Cynical (Badum)” (So Cynical (Badum)) is performed by LE SSERAFIM, released on the album HOT - EP in 2025.
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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"So Cynical (Badum)" (So Cynical (Badum)) by LE SSERAFIM 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
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Considerate Emotional Warmth
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❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “So Cynical (Badum)”?
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Q: How does “So Cynical (Badum)” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, LE SSERAFIM bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “So Cynical (Badum)”.
| Performer (아티스트) | LE SSERAFIM |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | HOT - EP |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2025 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for LE SSERAFIM |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for LE SSERAFIM |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under LE SSERAFIM and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about So Cynical (Badum), pronunciation practice, and production history.
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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