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Perfume

Perfume

Artist: NCT•Album: Perfume - The 1st Mini Album - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English61% KR📅 2023K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Perfume” (Perfume) is performed by NCT, released on the album Perfume - The 1st Mini Album - EP in 2023.

💡 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

Perfume, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh (ooh-yeah)

Aye, 너의 하룰 향기롭게 꾸며 줄게

Aye, neo-ui ha-rul hyang-gi-rop-ge kku-myeo jul-ge

걸음 끝에 내 이름이 떠오르게

geol-eum kkeut-e nae i-reum-i tteo-o-reu-ge

네 숨결에 스미고 코 끝에서 맴돌게 해

ne sum-gyeol-e seu-mi-go ko kkeut-e-seo maem-dol-ge hae

내 맘이 각인되게 잔향까지 오래

nae mam-i gak-in-doe-ge jan-hyang-kka-ji o-rae

달아 널 생각하는 나의 향은

dal-a neol saeng-gak-ha-neun na-ui hyang-eun

담아 선명한 내 흔적들을

dam-a seon-myeong-han nae heun-jeok-deul-eul

손목 위에 난, 아아아

son-mok wi-e nan, a-a-a

Chorus

옷깃 위에 난, 아아아

os-gis wi-e nan, a-a-a

남겨두려 해 (hey) 나를 잊을 수 없게

nam-gyeo-du-ryeo hae (hey) na-reul it-eul su eop-ge

작은 숨결까지 파고들어 난, 아아아

jak-eun sum-gyeol-kka-ji pa-go-deul-eo nan, a-a-a

방안에 공기에도 (woo)

bang-an-e gong-gi-e-do (woo)

널 위한 내 맘을 풍겨

neol wi-han nae mam-eul pung-gyeo

네 온긴 내 것이 돼

ne on-gin nae geos-i dwae

Everytime is paradise, yeah

긴 시간이 흘러도

gin si-gan-i heul-reo-do

Verse 3

질릴 수가 없으니까

jil-ril su-ga eop-eu-ni-kka

처음 느낀 경험일 걸

cheo-eum neu-kkin gyeong-heom-il geol

솔직해져, baby

sol-jik-hae-jyeo, baby

좋아 내 순간들에 있는 네가

jot-a nae sun-gan-deul-e iss-neun ne-ga

Tonight, 빈틈 없이 빠져들어

Tonight, bin-teum eop-i ppa-jyeo-deul-eo

손목 위에 난, 아아아

son-mok wi-e nan, a-a-a

옷깃 위에 난, 아아아

os-gis wi-e nan, a-a-a

남겨두려 해 (hey) 나를 잊을 수 없게 (oh-oh)

nam-gyeo-du-ryeo hae (hey) na-reul it-eul su eop-ge (oh-oh)

Verse 4

작은 숨결까지 파고들어 난, 아아아

jak-eun sum-gyeol-kka-ji pa-go-deul-eo nan, a-a-a

Baby, I'm, baby, I'm

Baby, I'm comfortable with you (you know that I)

And you're comfortable with me (I know that you-)

두 눈을 맞추면 (맞추면) 더 선명해질 테니

du nun-eul mat-chu-myeon (mat-chu-myeon) deo seon-myeong-hae-jil te-ni

Yeah, yeah, that's me

짙은 농도에 (oh, yeah) 정신이 혼미해 (love you)

jit-eun nong-do-e (oh, yeah) jeong-sin-i hon-mi-hae (love you)

호흡마저 향기로워

ho-heup-ma-jeo hyang-gi-ro-wo

Verse 5

너를 보면 모두가 다 나를 떠올려

neo-reul bo-myeon mo-du-ga da na-reul tteo-ol-ryeo

Yeah, 한 방울 drip, drop (drip, drop)

Yeah, han bang-ul drip, drop (drip, drop)

나를 기억 속에 흔적을 남겨 (남겨)

na-reul gi-eok sok-e heun-jeok-eul nam-gyeo (nam-gyeo)

시간 지날수록 더 뚜렷해져

si-gan ji-nal-su-rok deo ttu-ryeos-hae-jyeo

네 주위를 맴돌아, 24 hour, whoa-whoa

ne ju-wi-reul maem-dol-a, 24 hour, whoa-whoa

Hold tight, 서로의 맘을 확인한 밤

Hold tight, seo-ro-ui mam-eul hwak-in-han bam

Oh, 난 이미 스며든 것 같아

Oh, nan i-mi seu-myeo-deun geos gat-a

이제 확실히 알아 난 감각이 깨어나

i-je hwak-sil-hi al-a nan gam-gak-i kkae-eo-na

Verse 6

다시 한번 깊이 새겨

da-si han-beon gip-i sae-gyeo

손목 위에 난, 아아아 (손목 위에, 아아)

son-mok wi-e nan, a-a-a (son-mok wi-e, a-a)

옷깃 위에 난, 아아아

os-gis wi-e nan, a-a-a

남겨두려 해 날 잊을 수 없게 (yeah, yeah)

nam-gyeo-du-ryeo hae nal it-eul su eop-ge (yeah, yeah)

모든 순간 속에 파고들어 난, 아아아 (woo-ooh-ooh, eh)

mo-deun sun-gan sok-e pa-go-deul-eo nan, a-a-a (woo-ooh-ooh, eh)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Perfume" (Perfume) 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 "Perfume" 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, "Perfume" 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 “Perfume”?

"Perfume" (Perfume) 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 “Perfume” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Perfume”.

Performer (아티스트)NCT
Album (앨범)Perfume - The 1st Mini Album - 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 Perfume by NCT?

"Perfume" 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 Perfume with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Perfume by NCT?

"Perfume" is performed by NCT, released on the album "Perfume - The 1st Mini Album - EP" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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