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Whiplash

Whiplash

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English37% KR📅 2017K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Whiplash (Whiplash) is performed by NCT, released on the album NCT #127 CHERRY BOMB – The 3rd Mini Album in 2017.

💡 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

채찍질로 나를 깨워줘

chae-jjik-jil-ro na-reul kkae-wo-jwo

My baby you are like (널 데려가)

My baby you are like (neol de-ryeo-ga)

Palazzo Rocco, you are my antidote

Lemon detox, right

이 순간에 all stop 온 몸이 다

i sun-gan-e all stop on mom-i da

반응을 해 빠르게

ban-eung-eul hae ppa-reu-ge

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

달콤한 너의 말보단

dal-kom-han neo-ui mal-bo-dan

솔직한 게 필요해

sol-jik-han ge pil-yo-hae

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Coming home, early morning

등보다 큰 가방 메고 외쳤던

deung-bo-da keun ga-bang me-go oe-chyeoss-deon

한참 넘쳤지 free soul

han-cham neom-chyeoss-ji free soul

지금까지도 free soul 큰일났을 뻔

ji-geum-kka-ji-do free soul keun-il-nass-eul ppeon

그 때 만약 오지 않았다면 phone call

geu ttae man-yak o-ji an-ass-da-myeon phone call

형 부모 세게 품에 안고나서

hyeong bu-mo se-ge pum-e an-go-na-seo

떴지 airport

tteoss-ji airport

어느새 나는 너의 옆

eo-neu-sae na-neun neo-ui yeop

여긴 더 위에서 움직일 공간이 많으니깐

yeo-gin deo wi-e-seo um-jik-il gong-gan-i man-eu-ni-kkan

어서 올라와 girl

eo-seo ol-ra-wa girl

Long ass ride 나보다

Long ass ride na-bo-da

더 컸던 옷을 입고 외쳤지 너

deo keoss-deon os-eul ip-go oe-chyeoss-ji neo

한참 ya, bright all night

han-cham ya, bright all night

밤에 꿈은 여기 별들처럼 참 많아

bam-e kkum-eun yeo-gi byeol-deul-cheo-reom cham man-a

편히 이제 다시 너와 같이

pyeon-hi i-je da-si neo-wa gat-i

벌써 한 바퀴 돌고 나니깐 든 생각이

beol-sseo han ba-kwi dol-go na-ni-kkan deun saeng-gak-i

난 이때 아님 안돼 네 채찍질로 깨워서 알려

nan i-ttae a-nim an-dwae ne chae-jjik-jil-ro kkae-wo-seo al-ryeo

Neo city 잠들지않는 도시 real over here

Neo city jam-deul-ji-an-neun do-si real over here

이 순간에 all stop 온 몸이 다

i sun-gan-e all stop on mom-i da

반응을 해 빠르게

ban-eung-eul hae ppa-reu-ge

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

달콤한 너의 말보단

dal-kom-han neo-ui mal-bo-dan

솔직한 게 필요해

sol-jik-han ge pil-yo-hae

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

나의 오타쿠 기질은 아직도 살아있네 man

na-ui o-ta-ku gi-jil-eun a-jik-do sal-a-iss-ne man

내게 채찍질을 더 해줘 더 느낄 수 있게

nae-ge chae-jjik-jil-eul deo hae-jwo deo neu-kkil su iss-ge

넌 내 pro model

neon nae pro model

내 collection 한 켠을 장식해

nae collection han kyeon-eul jang-sik-hae

When I work 널 센티로

When I work neol sen-ti-ro

쟤 오차 범위는 몇 밀리미터

jyae o-cha beom-wi-neun myeot mil-ri-mi-teo

느낌이 와 옷깃을 세워

neu-kkim-i wa os-gis-eul se-wo

(Sticker picture)

Killing the knight, feeling the vibe,

Give me the knife, cold on my mind

You know what I mean, I like being alone

다만 너랑 놀 때만큼은 제외 하고

da-man neo-rang nol ttae-man-keum-eun je-oe ha-go

Ma mama says 여잘 잘 만나래

Ma mama says yeo-jal jal man-na-rae

엄마 내가 볼 땐 전 취향 참 확고한데요

eom-ma nae-ga bol ttaen jeon chwi-hyang cham hwak-go-han-de-yo

딱 여리 여리하고

ttak yeo-ri yeo-ri-ha-go

소녀 감성 가진 찌질이가 나라

so-nyeo gam-seong ga-jin jji-jil-i-ga na-ra

날 조련 시킬 수 있는 분이 좋아

nal jo-ryeon si-kil su iss-neun bun-i jot-a

And my dad tells me be the best of the best

I know I know 연습해 late at night

I know I know yeon-seup-hae late at night

Call me T 우리 목표가 같다면

Call me T u-ri mok-pyo-ga gat-da-myeon

Cacao oasis로 널 데려가

Cacao o-a-s-i-s-ro neol de-ryeo-ga

이 순간에 all stop 온 몸이 다

i sun-gan-e all stop on mom-i da

반응을 해 빠르게

ban-eung-eul hae ppa-reu-ge

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

달콤한 너의 말보단

dal-kom-han neo-ui mal-bo-dan

솔직한 게 필요해

sol-jik-han ge pil-yo-hae

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

솔직하게 말해줘 (네 맘 그대로)

sol-jik-ha-ge mal-hae-jwo (ne mam geu-dae-ro)

달콤한 캔디보다 쓴 커피 (원해)

dal-kom-han kaen-di-bo-da sseun keo-pi (won-hae)

듣기에 좋은 말들은(잠시뿐)

deut-gi-e jot-eun mal-deul-eun(jam-si-ppun)

날 깨울 진심이 필요해

nal kkae-ul jin-sim-i pil-yo-hae

난 네가 필요해

nan ne-ga pil-yo-hae

이 순간에 all stop 온 몸이 다

i sun-gan-e all stop on mom-i da

반응을 해 빠르게

ban-eung-eul hae ppa-reu-ge

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

달콤한 너의 말보단

dal-kom-han neo-ui mal-bo-dan

솔직한 게 필요해

sol-jik-han ge pil-yo-hae

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me whip-whiplash

Shorty give me

Shorty give me

Shorty give me

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Whiplash by NCT.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Whiplash" (Whiplash) 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 "Whiplash" 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, "Whiplash" 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 “Whiplash”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Whiplash” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Whiplash.

Performer (아티스트)NCT
Album (앨범)NCT #127 CHERRY BOMB – The 3rd Mini Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under NCT and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Whiplash by NCT?

"Whiplash" 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 Whiplash with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Whiplash by NCT?

"Whiplash" is performed by NCT, released on the album "NCT #127 CHERRY BOMB – The 3rd Mini Album" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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