Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Attention” (Attention) is performed by NewJeans, released on the album NewJeans 1st EP 'New Jeans' in 2022.
💡 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
Mm, mm-mm-mm, uh-huh, mm-mm
Attention
You got me looking for attention
You got me looking for attention
One, two, three, ayy
You and me, 내 맘이 보이지
You and me, nae mam-i bo-i-ji
한참을 쳐다봐, 가까이 다가가, you see?
han-cham-eul chyeo-da-bwa, ga-kka-i da-ga-ga, you see?
Ayy-yeah, you see? Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy
One, two, three, 용기가 생겼지
One, two, three, yong-gi-ga saeng-gyeoss-ji
이미 아는 네 눈치 고개를 돌려 천천히, 여기
i-mi a-neun ne nun-chi go-gae-reul dol-ryeo cheon-cheon-hi, yeo-gi
You see? 여기 보이니?
You see? yeo-gi bo-i-ni?
Looking for attention, 너야겠어
Looking for attention, neo-ya-gess-eo
확실하게 나로 만들겠어 (stop)
hwak-sil-ha-ge na-ro man-deul-gess-eo (stop)
Ayy, drop the question, drop the, drop the question (drop it)
Want attention, want, want attention
You give me butterflies, you know? 내 맘은 온통 paradise
You give me butterflies, you know? nae mam-eun on-tong paradise
꿈에서 깨워주지 마
kkum-e-seo kkae-wo-ju-ji ma
You got me looking for attention
You got me looking for attention
가끔은 정말 헷갈리지만 분명한 건
ga-kkeum-eun jeong-mal hes-gal-ri-ji-man bun-myeong-han geon
Got me looking for attention
널 우연히 마주친 척할래 못 본 척 지나갈래
neol u-yeon-hi ma-ju-chin cheok-hal-rae mos bon cheok ji-na-gal-rae
You're so fine, gotta, gotta get to know ya
나와, 나와 걸어가 줘
na-wa, na-wa geol-eo-ga jwo
지금 돌아서면 I need ya, need ya, need ya to look at me back
ji-geum dol-a-seo-myeon I need ya, need ya, need ya to look at me back
Hey, 다 들켰었나 널 보면 하트가 튀어나와
Hey, da deul-kyeoss-eoss-na neol bo-myeon ha-teu-ga twi-eo-na-wa
난 사탕을 찾는 baby (baby), 내 맘은 설레이지
nan sa-tang-eul chat-neun baby (baby), nae mam-eun seol-re-i-ji
Ayy, drop the question, drop the, drop the question
Want attention, want, want attention
You give me butterflies, you know? 내 맘은 온통 paradise
You give me butterflies, you know? nae mam-eun on-tong paradise
꿈에서 깨워주지 마 (huh-uh, one, two, three, ayy)
kkum-e-seo kkae-wo-ju-ji ma (huh-uh, one, two, three, ayy)
You got me looking for attention
You got me looking for attention
가끔은 정말 헷갈리지만 분명한 건
ga-kkeum-eun jeong-mal hes-gal-ri-ji-man bun-myeong-han geon
Got me looking for attention
You got me looking for attention (you got me looking for attention, yeah)
You got me looking for attention
가끔은 정말 헷갈리지만 분명한 건
ga-kkeum-eun jeong-mal hes-gal-ri-ji-man bun-myeong-han geon
Got me looking for attention
A-T-T-E-N-T-I-ON
Attention is what I want
A-T-T-E-N-T-I-ON
Attention is what I want
A-T-T-E-N-T-I-ON
Attention is what I want
A-T-T-E-N-T-I-ON
You got me looking for attention
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Attention” by NewJeans.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
NewJeans' legendary debut surprise single that shocked the global music industry in July 2022. Driven by clean, breezy late-90s R&B grooves, "Attention" celebrates the thrilling confidence of wanting a crush's undivided gaze without sounding desperate.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Crafted by 250 and Duckbay with Danielle contributing to the lyrics. Characterized by warm subterranean bass, crisp acoustic percussion, and vocal unison.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “Attention”?
NewJeans' legendary debut surprise single that shocked the global music industry in July 2022. Driven by clean, breezy late-90s R&B grooves, "Attention" celebrates the thrilling co...
Q: How can I practice singing “Attention” with proper Korean pronunciation?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Attention”.
| Performer (아티스트) | NewJeans |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | NewJeans 1st EP 'New Jeans' |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2022 |
| Lyricist (작사) | Gigi, Duckbay, Danielle (NewJeans) |
| Composer (작곡) | 250, Duckbay |
| Arranger (편곡) | 250 |
| Producer (프로듀서) | 250, Min Hee-jin |
| Record Label (기획사) | ADOR |
| Distributor (유통사) | YG PLUS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Attention, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of Attention by NewJeans?
"Attention" is performed by NewJeans. 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 Attention with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice Attention with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=attention, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced Attention by NewJeans?
"Attention" was produced by 250, Min Hee-jin with lyrics by Gigi, Duckbay, Danielle (NewJeans), released under ADOR.