Papillon album artwork

Papillon

Papillon

Artist: NMIXX•Album: Fe3O4: FORWARD - EP
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

(Ooh-wee-ooh-wah)

(Ooh-wee-ooh-wah)

Beep, beep, beep, I crush, 빠빠삐용, I feel alive

Beep, beep, beep, I crush, ppa-ppa-ppi-yong, I feel alive

숨을 내뱉어, pushing me tough (ooh-wee-ooh-wah)

sum-eul nae-baet-eo, pushing me tough (ooh-wee-ooh-wah)

Beep, beep, beep, I crush, 빠빠삐용, I feel alive

Beep, beep, beep, I crush, ppa-ppa-ppi-yong, I feel alive

Feeling myself, 'cause I'm alive, pushing me tough

"원래", 다 그렇단 말은 없어

"won-rae", da geu-reot-dan mal-eun eop-eo

보란 듯이 I swerve, swe-swerve (nothing's gonna change me)

bo-ran deus-i I swerve, swe-swerve (nothing's gonna change me)

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

가장 위태롭다 느낀 순간

ga-jang wi-tae-rop-da neu-kkin sun-gan

I know it is my time, t-time (꺾어버린 destiny)

I know it is my time, t-time (kkeok-eo-beo-rin destiny)

몸에 걸쳐 있는 gravity 벗어던져 사뿐히

mom-e geol-chyeo iss-neun gravity beos-eo-deon-jyeo sa-ppun-hi

관심 없는 MacGuffin은 take that o-o-o-o-off

gwan-sim eop-neun M-a-c-G-u-f-f-i-n-eun take that o-o-o-o-off

All I do is struggle (-ggle, -ggle, drop it)

손을 잡아 bungee, 하늘 깊이 잠수

son-eul jap-a bungee, ha-neul gip-i jam-su

끝을 몰라 can't stop, to the top

kkeut-eul mol-ra can't stop, to the top

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) 던져 멀리 날

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) deon-jyeo meol-ri nal

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

(Tag, tag, tag, tag)

Um (oh), 들이쉰 호흡 (oh, my), 내뱉는 겁 (oh, my)

Um (oh), deul-i-swin ho-heup (oh, my), nae-baet-neun geop (oh, my)

Everyday beep, beep, beep, I crush (oh, my)

그래, 난 do what I like

geu-rae, nan do what I like

더 거칠게 숨을 내뱉어 (oh, my)

deo geo-chil-ge sum-eul nae-baet-eo (oh, my)

Pushing me tough (oh, my), 몰아쳐 더 (oh, my)

Pushing me tough (oh, my), mol-a-chyeo deo (oh, my)

꿈들이 빗-빗-빗발쳐 (oh, my)

kkum-deul-i bis-bis-bis-bal-chyeo (oh, my)

Dreamin' like 빠빠삐용

Dreamin' like ppa-ppa-ppi-yong

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

I'm feeling myself, 'cause I'm alive (oh, my)

Ooh-wee-ooh-wah

(I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive)

Ooh-wee-ooh-wah

(I'm alive, I'm alive)

쌓이는 fail 난 상관 없지

ssat-i-neun fail nan sang-gwan eop-ji

I know what I did, no doubt, doubt (doubt, doubt, whoa)

의문 따윈 한입에 finish (hm, brr)

ui-mun tta-win han-ip-e finish (hm, brr)

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Yeah, bon appétit, I'm done, done, yeah (uh-huh, uh-huh)

Ooh-ah, 이대로 already alright (right, right)

Ooh-ah, i-dae-ro already alright (right, right)

상처 위 먼지를 턴 다음 (can't slow down)

sang-cheo wi meon-ji-reul teon da-eum (can't slow down)

계속해 겁 없는 짓, oh-whoa, nah-nah

gye-sok-hae geop eop-neun jis, oh-whoa, nah-nah

발을 굴러 hop in, 바다 높이 착륙

bal-eul gul-reo hop in, ba-da nop-i chak-ryuk

이건 끝이 아니야, on my mark (oh, yeah)

i-geon kkeut-i a-ni-ya, on my mark (oh, yeah)

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) 위험까지 다

(Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) wi-heom-kka-ji da

(Tag, tag, tag, tag)

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Um (oh), 들이쉰 호흡 (oh, my), 내뱉는 겁 (oh, my)

Um (oh), deul-i-swin ho-heup (oh, my), nae-baet-neun geop (oh, my)

Everyday beep, beep, beep, I crush (oh, my)

그래, 난 do what I like

geu-rae, nan do what I like

더 거칠게 숨을 내뱉어 (oh, my)

deo geo-chil-ge sum-eul nae-baet-eo (oh, my)

Pushing me tough (oh, my), 몰아쳐 더 (oh, my)

Pushing me tough (oh, my), mol-a-chyeo deo (oh, my)

꿈들이 빗-빗-빗발쳐 (oh, my)

kkum-deul-i bis-bis-bis-bal-chyeo (oh, my)

Dreamin' like 빠빠삐용

Dreamin' like ppa-ppa-ppi-yong

I'm feeling myself, 'cause I'm alive (oh, my)

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Ooh-wee-ooh-wah

(I'm alive, I'm alive, I'm alive)

Ooh-wee-ooh-wah

(I'm alive, I'm alive)

완전히 사라지는 겁 멈추란 법은 없어

wan-jeon-hi sa-ra-ji-neun geop meom-chu-ran beop-eun eop-eo

깊이 저 너머, um, ready, set, go

gip-i jeo neo-meo, um, ready, set, go

몰아쳐 더, 무너질 맘은 없어

mol-a-chyeo deo, mu-neo-jil mam-eun eop-eo

Feeling myself, 'cause I'm alive, I never stop

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Papillon” (Papillon) is performed by NMIXX, released on the album Fe3O4: FORWARD - EP in 2025.

💡 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.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Papillon” by NMIXX.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Papillon" (Papillon) by NMIXX is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "Papillon" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "Papillon" showcases NMIXX's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Papillon”:

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Papillon" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "Papillon" by NMIXX explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “Papillon”?

"Papillon" (Papillon) by NMIXX is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public exp...

Q: How does “Papillon” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, NMIXX bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “Papillon” 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.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Papillon”.

Performer (아티스트)NMIXX
Album (앨범)Fe3O4: FORWARD - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for NMIXX
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for NMIXX
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under NMIXX and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Papillon, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Papillon by NMIXX?

"Papillon" is performed by NMIXX. 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 Papillon with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Papillon by NMIXX?

"Papillon" is performed by NMIXX, released on the album "Fe3O4: FORWARD - EP" in 2025. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu Papillon dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu Papillon (NMIXX) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.

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