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Chain

Chain

Artist: NCT•Album: Chain - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English30% KR📅 2018K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Chain” (Chain) is performed by NCT, released on the album Chain - EP in 2018.

💡 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

푸른 새벽빛에 잠을 깨는 butterfly

pu-reun sae-byeok-bit-e jam-eul kkae-neun butterfly

Let go

Let grow

Let spread out

Like a water-drop ripple out in waves

작은 날개 짓에 시작되는 역사

jak-eun nal-gae jis-e si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

Chain Reaction

번져가는 감각

beon-jyeo-ga-neun gam-gak

Chorus

Chain Reaction

연결되는 역사

yeon-gyeol-doe-neun yeok-sa

작은 뒤틀림 끝에 울린

jak-eun dwi-teul-rim kkeut-e ul-rin

파열음은 so effective한

pa-yeol-eum-eun so e-f-f-e-c-t-i-v-e-han

Rhythm, beat, melody,

We make you so crazy, now

What's up? Flash!

단단해진 affective 변화는 electric

dan-dan-hae-jin affective byeon-hwa-neun electric

Verse 3

It's so electric

Yeah

진동하는 무한대로 커진

jin-dong-ha-neun mu-han-dae-ro keo-jin

Factor (It's a factor)

우릴 묶어 주는 감정이란

u-ril muk-eo ju-neun gam-jeong-i-ran

Medium (the medium)

Make a wish

내 현실로 스며들어 (We want to)

nae hyeon-sil-ro seu-myeo-deul-eo (We want to)

Verse 4

Get me started 새로 시작되는 역사

Get me started sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

Chain Reaction

번져가는 감각

beon-jyeo-ga-neun gam-gak

Chain Reaction

이제 대답해봐 얽혀있는 사슬 사이

i-je dae-dap-hae-bwa eol-hyeo-iss-neun sa-seul sa-i

Ding ding 가슴 속에 hit hit 관통해와

Ding ding ga-seum sok-e hit hit gwan-tong-hae-wa

Drill drill 우릴 막는 wall,

Drill drill u-ril mak-neun wall,

Let's break it down

Verse 5

Make a wish 내 현실로 스며들어

Make a wish nae hyeon-sil-ro seu-myeo-deul-eo

Get me started 새로 시작되는 역사

Get me started sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

We make it 원한다면 Make it

We make it won-han-da-myeon Make it

아주 작은 마찰에 불꽃이 튀듯이

a-ju jak-eun ma-chal-e bul-kkot-i twi-deus-i

멈추지 말고 부딪혀가 We can change

meom-chu-ji mal-go bu-dit-hyeo-ga We can change

Stop waiting, get ready

We can make the story

Baby, now you gonna be crazy

Verse 6

더 이상 Don't waste it

deo i-sang Don't waste it

And choose it Yeah,

이 순간 Just do it

i sun-gan Just do it

하나로 연결된 사슬 사이

ha-na-ro yeon-gyeol-doen sa-seul sa-i

세상을 놀라게 할 나의 외침

se-sang-eul nol-ra-ge hal na-ui oe-chim

날-향해 경계를 쳐오겠지

nal-hyang-hae gyeong-gye-reul chyeo-o-gess-ji

그 위를 날아가 Look! Look!

geu wi-reul nal-a-ga Look! Look!

찌릿찌릿 떨려오는 beat가 울려퍼져

jji-ris-jji-ris tteol-ryeo-o-neun b-e-a-t-ga ul-ryeo-peo-jyeo

Verse 7

반대편의 세상까지 흔들어버려

ban-dae-pyeon-ui se-sang-kka-ji heun-deul-eo-beo-ryeo

꿈꿔온 그대로 step by step (step by step)

kkum-kkwo-on geu-dae-ro step by step (step by step)

Yeah, bass to the beat going Brr Brr Brr

Hey, are you ready to go? (to go)

Yeah, there is no fear (no fear)

Yeah, there is no fear

Yeah

진동하는 무한대로 커진

jin-dong-ha-neun mu-han-dae-ro keo-jin

Verse 8

Factor (It's a factor)

우릴 묶어 주는 감정이란

u-ril muk-eo ju-neun gam-jeong-i-ran

Medium (the medium)

Make a wish

내 현실로 스며들어 (We want to)

nae hyeon-sil-ro seu-myeo-deul-eo (We want to)

Get me started 새로 시작되는 역사

Get me started sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

Ding ding 가슴 속에 hit hit 관통해와

Ding ding ga-seum sok-e hit hit gwan-tong-hae-wa

Drill drill 우릴 막는 wall,

Drill drill u-ril mak-neun wall,

Verse 9

Let's break it down

Make a wish 내 현실로 스며들어

Make a wish nae hyeon-sil-ro seu-myeo-deul-eo

Get me started 새로 시작되는 역사

Get me started sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

마주쳤던 찰나의 눈 깜빡임도

ma-ju-chyeoss-deon chal-na-ui nun kkam-ppak-im-do

밤을 밝힐 (Touch me right) 불씨가 돼

bam-eul bal-hil (Touch me right) bul-ssi-ga dwae

폭풍이 될 New age (through the dark)

pok-pung-i doel New age (through the dark)

We will become the one 같은 곳을 바라봐

We will become the one gat-eun gos-eul ba-ra-bwa

가까이와 하나가 되어가는 우리들

ga-kka-i-wa ha-na-ga doe-eo-ga-neun u-ri-deul

Verse 10

Do you feel it?

Make the chain

We're the one

Chain Reaction

번져가는 감각

beon-jyeo-ga-neun gam-gak

Chain Reaction

연결되는 역사

yeon-gyeol-doe-neun yeok-sa

Ding ding 가슴 속에 hit hit 관통해와

Ding ding ga-seum sok-e hit hit gwan-tong-hae-wa

Verse 11

Drill drill 우릴 막는 wall,

Drill drill u-ril mak-neun wall,

Let's break it down

Make a wish 내 현실로 스며들어

Make a wish nae hyeon-sil-ro seu-myeo-deul-eo

Get me started 새로 시작되는 역사

Get me started sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

I wanna see ya, you do

So fine

Sync dreams

The one that makes you fly

Verse 12

I wanna see ya, you do

지금부터 새로 시작되는 역사

ji-geum-bu-teo sae-ro si-jak-doe-neun yeok-sa

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Chain” by NCT.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Chain" (Chain) by NCT 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 "Chain" 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, "Chain" highlights NCT'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 “Chain”?

"Chain" (Chain) by NCT is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and ...

Q: How can I practice singing “Chain” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Chain”.

Performer (아티스트)NCT
Album (앨범)Chain - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under NCT and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of Chain by NCT?

"Chain" is performed by NCT. 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 Chain with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Chain by NCT?

"Chain" is performed by NCT, released on the album "Chain - EP" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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