Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
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
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
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
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'
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
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
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
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“ETA” (ETA) is performed by NewJeans, released on the album NewJeans 2nd EP 'Get Up' in 2023.
💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “ETA” by NewJeans.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
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.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Produced by 250 with fast-rap verses co-written by acclaimed rapper Beenzino. Highlights rapid-fire 135 BPM brass stabs and Baltimore club breakbeats.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “ETA”:
Honest, forthright
Soljik-hada emphasizes courageous transparency, demanding honest disclosure over soothing falsehoods (dajeongham 다정함 affectionate protectiveness).
🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic 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 urgently pleads for he...
Q: How does “ETA” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Arrival, reaching destination and nuanced vocal delivery, NewJeans bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
Q: How can I practice singing “ETA” 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 and real-time audio sync.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “ETA”.
| Performer (아티스트) | NewJeans |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | NewJeans 2nd EP 'Get Up' |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2023 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| 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.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu ETA dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu ETA (NewJeans) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.
Arrival, reaching destination
Represents the urgent anticipation of rushing to protect a friend from deceit, driven by intense loyalty and friendship.