GAMBLER album artwork

GAMBLER

GAMBLER

Artist: MONSTA X•Album: One Of A Kind
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

If you don't know, now you know

Okay? Deal

오묘한 기류, 끈적이는 눈빛 (huh)

o-myo-han gi-ryu, kkeun-jeok-i-neun nun-bit (huh)

Oh, yeah (I like that)

모든 걸 베팅해, 내 맘을 빼앗은 너 (huh)

mo-deun geol be-ting-hae, nae mam-eul ppae-as-eun neo (huh)

What you want? (secret)

Don't you really wanna feel alive?

아침까지 flip that

a-chim-kka-ji flip that

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

낯간지러운 불장난

nat-gan-ji-reo-un bul-jang-nan

I want something deeper, you nah mean, ha?

강한 끌림이 와 (ha!)

gang-han kkeul-rim-i wa (ha!)

아직은 알 수 없어 너의 bluffing (whoo)

a-jik-eun al su eop-eo neo-ui bluffing (whoo)

But 다른 느낌이 와

But da-reun neu-kkim-i wa

어둠에 감춰놓은, my heart is beating now

eo-dum-e gam-chwo-not-eun, my heart is beating now

So sweet, 한 네 미소 속에 난 빠져들어

So sweet, han ne mi-so sok-e nan ppa-jyeo-deul-eo

너의 trick에 난 홀려

neo-ui t-r-i-c-k-e nan hol-ryeo

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

널 밀어내려 해봐도, 널 잊어보려 해봐도

neol mil-eo-nae-ryeo hae-bwa-do, neol it-eo-bo-ryeo hae-bwa-do

흔들리는 이 맘 callin' me now

heun-deul-ri-neun i mam callin' me now

Zero, zero, lucky, bang (whoo)

My suit is black, my suit is fresh

Open my pack, let me show you how I bang

All in 했다면, 다 이기는 game

All in haess-da-myeon, da i-gi-neun game

일 벌이는 대로 판은 이미 race

il beol-i-neun dae-ro pan-eun i-mi race

What you do? (What you do?)

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

They don't know what you do

널 손에 잡은 채, 난 poker face

neol son-e jap-eun chae, nan poker face

Me? I'm a handsome sum of money

I got a Vesper martini, hoo

주머니엔 흘러 넘쳐나는 c-note or dinero

ju-meo-ni-en heul-reo neom-chyeo-na-neun c-note or dinero

언제나 깔끔하게 바뀌는 나의 fit

eon-je-na kkal-kkeum-ha-ge ba-kkwi-neun na-ui fit

Nice and sassy 날 따라오는 수식어

Nice and sassy nal tta-ra-o-neun su-sik-eo

All-time on season 맛은, huh, maximum

All-time on season mas-eun, huh, maximum

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

무르익다 못해 떨어지네, 뚝뚝

mu-reu-ik-da mos-hae tteol-eo-ji-ne, ttuk-ttuk

Hot as °F (whoo)

So sweet, 한 입맞춤 속에 더 빠져들어

So sweet, han ip-mat-chum sok-e deo ppa-jyeo-deul-eo

너의 trick에 난 홀려

neo-ui t-r-i-c-k-e nan hol-ryeo

날 멈추려고 해봐도, 널 벗어나려 해봐도

nal meom-chu-ryeo-go hae-bwa-do, neol beos-eo-na-ryeo hae-bwa-do

흔들리는 이 맘 callin' me now

heun-deul-ri-neun i mam callin' me now

Zero, zero, lucky, bang (whoo)

My suit is black, my suit is fresh

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

Open my pack, let me show you how I bang

All in 했다면, 다 이기는 game

All in haess-da-myeon, da i-gi-neun game

일 벌이는 대로 판은 이미 race

il beol-i-neun dae-ro pan-eun i-mi race

What you do? (What you do?)

They don't know what you do

널 손에 잡은 채, 난 poker face

neol son-e jap-eun chae, nan poker face

Dance (ha!)

(Huh, huh, huh) Hold up

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

She's gone, she's gone

She's gone, she's gone

It's done, yeah, whoo

강한 확신에 난 (ha!)

gang-han hwak-sin-e nan (ha!)

이제야 알아냈어 너의 bluffing (oh)

i-je-ya al-a-naess-eo neo-ui bluffing (oh)

반한 순간에 날 (ha!)

ban-han sun-gan-e nal (ha!)

걸리게 만든 새빨간 lip 위에 trap

geol-ri-ge man-deun sae-ppal-gan lip wi-e trap

내 심장을 걸어놓고

nae sim-jang-eul geol-eo-not-go

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

한순간 다 뺏긴대도

han-sun-gan da ppaes-gin-dae-do

덫에 걸린 이 맘 killin' me now

deot-e geol-rin i mam killin' me now

Baby, baby, aww (whoo)

Show me something, girl, you wanna be like

My suit is black, my suit is fresh

Open my pack, let me show you how I bang, yeah

You don't know how to take me yet

'Cause love is a gamble

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

Just I wanna say

If you don't know, now you know

Deal?

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“GAMBLER” (GAMBLER) is performed by MONSTA X, released on the album One Of A Kind in 2021.

💡 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 “GAMBLER” by MONSTA X.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"GAMBLER" (GAMBLER) by MONSTA X 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 "GAMBLER" 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, "GAMBLER" showcases MONSTA X'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 “GAMBLER”:

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. "GAMBLER" 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. "GAMBLER" by MONSTA X 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 “GAMBLER”?

"GAMBLER" (GAMBLER) by MONSTA X is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public ex...

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

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

Q: How can I practice singing “GAMBLER” 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.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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

Performer (아티스트)MONSTA X
Album (앨범)One Of A Kind
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for MONSTA X
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for MONSTA X
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under MONSTA X and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of GAMBLER by MONSTA X?

"GAMBLER" is performed by MONSTA X. 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 GAMBLER with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced GAMBLER by MONSTA X?

"GAMBLER" is performed by MONSTA X, released on the album "One Of A Kind" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu GAMBLER dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu GAMBLER (MONSTA X) 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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