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ETA

ETA

Artist: NewJeans•Album: NewJeans 2nd EP 'Get Up'
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English24% KR📅 2023K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“ETA” (ETA) is performed by NewJeans, released on the album NewJeans 2nd EP 'Get Up' 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

낭비하지 마 네 시간은 은행

nang-bi-ha-ji ma ne si-gan-eun eun-haeng

서둘러서 정리해 걔는 real bad

seo-dul-reo-seo jeong-ri-hae gyae-neun real bad

받아주면 안돼

bat-a-ju-myeon an-dwae

No you better trust me

답답해서 그래

dap-dap-hae-seo geu-rae

저번에도 봤지만 너 없을 때

jeo-beon-e-do bwass-ji-man neo eop-eul ttae

걘 여기저기에 눈빛을 뿌리네

gyaen yeo-gi-jeo-gi-e nun-bit-eul ppu-ri-ne

아주 눈부시게

a-ju nun-bu-si-ge

Chorus

Honestly 우리 사이에

Honestly u-ri sa-i-e

He's been totally lying yeah

내 생일 파티에 너만 못 온 그날

nae saeng-il pa-ti-e neo-man mos on geu-nal

혜진이가 엄청 혼났던 그날

hye-jin-i-ga eom-cheong hon-nass-deon geu-nal

지원이가 여친이랑 헤어진 그날

ji-won-i-ga yeo-chin-i-rang he-eo-jin geu-nal

걔는 언제나 네가 없이 그날

gyae-neun eon-je-na ne-ga eop-i geu-nal

너무 멋있는 옷을 입고 그날

neo-mu meos-iss-neun os-eul ip-go geu-nal

Heard him say

Verse 3

We can go wherever you like

Baby say the words and I'm down

All I need is you on my side

We can go whenever you like

Now where are you?

Mmhmm

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

Mmhmm

Verse 4

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

Mmhmm

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

I'll be there right now, lose that boy on her arm

아파 맘이 네가 걔 못 잊을 때

a-pa mam-i ne-ga gyae mos it-eul ttae

내 말 믿어 you deserve better than that

nae mal mit-eo you deserve better than that

내가 도와줄게

nae-ga do-wa-jul-ge

걔는 그냥 playin'

gyae-neun geu-nyang playin'

Verse 5

Boys be always lying yeah

내 생일 파티에 너만 못 온 그날

nae saeng-il pa-ti-e neo-man mos on geu-nal

혜진이가 엄청 혼났던 그날

hye-jin-i-ga eom-cheong hon-nass-deon geu-nal

지원이가 여친이랑 헤어진 그날

ji-won-i-ga yeo-chin-i-rang he-eo-jin geu-nal

걔는 언제나 네가 없이 그날

gyae-neun eon-je-na ne-ga eop-i geu-nal

너무 멋있는 옷을 입고 그날

neo-mu meos-iss-neun os-eul ip-go geu-nal

Heard him say

We can go wherever you like

Verse 6

Baby say the words and I'm down

All I need is you on my side

We can go wherever you like

Now where are you?

Mmhmm

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

Mmhmm

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

Verse 7

Mmhmm

What's your ETA, what's your ETA

I'll be there right now, lose that boy on her arm

Need a boy on my arm

Need a boy on my arm

Want a boy on my arm

Need a boy on my arm

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “ETA” by NewJeans.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

A frantic, high-bpm breakbeat anthem structured as an urgent telephone call between close friends. The singer spots her friend's boyfriend actively cheating at a house party and urgently pleads for her "ETA" (Estimated Time of Arrival) before he disappears.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

Logistical navigation terminology ("ETA", "Boy, what's your ETA?") is transformed into a ticking clock of emotional confrontation and fierce sisterly loyalty.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Produced by 250 with fast-rap verses co-written by acclaimed rapper Beenzino. Highlights rapid-fire 135 BPM brass stabs and Baltimore club breakbeats.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

도착(Dochak)
Arrival, reaching destination
의심(Uisim)
Doubt, suspicion
솔직하다(Soljik-hada)
Honest, forthright

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “ETA”?

A frantic, high-bpm breakbeat anthem structured as an urgent telephone call between close friends. The singer spots her friend's boyfriend actively cheating at a house party and ur...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “ETA”.

Performer (아티스트)NewJeans
Album (앨범)NewJeans 2nd EP 'Get Up'
Release Year (발매연도)
Lyricist (작사)Beenzino, Gigi, Ylva Dimberg
Composer (작곡)250, Ylva Dimberg
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 ETA, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of ETA by NewJeans?

"ETA" 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 ETA with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced ETA by NewJeans?

"ETA" was produced by 250, Min Hee-jin with lyrics by Beenzino, Gigi, Ylva Dimberg, released under ADOR.

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