Knock Knock (Who's There?) album artwork

Knock Knock (Who's There?)

Knock Knock (Who's There?)

🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Ha-ah-ah-ah, ha-ah-ah-ah

Ha-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-hm

Ha-ah-ah-ah, ha-ah-ah-ah

Ha-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah

닫혀진 문 바람 소리

dat-hyeo-jin mun ba-ram so-ri

또 나부낀 curtain 너머 눈빛

tto na-bu-kkin curtain neo-meo nun-bit

아찔한 꿈 (get the clue)

a-jjil-han kkum (get the clue)

뒤덮인 bed (feel like a trap)

dwi-deop-in bed (feel like a trap)

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

새벽안개 (deep inside)

sae-byeok-an-gae (deep inside)

다시 열린 our playground

da-si yeol-rin our playground

창문 너머 낮과 밤이 바뀔 때

chang-mun neo-meo nat-gwa bam-i ba-kkwil ttae

깊어지는 외로움은 walking dead

gip-eo-ji-neun oe-ro-um-eun walking dead

자꾸 더 궁금해 (I wanna play)

ja-kku deo gung-geum-hae (I wanna play)

짙은 어둠이 내려 네게 이끌어

jit-eun eo-dum-i nae-ryeo ne-ge i-kkeul-eo

시선마다 거울처럼

si-seon-ma-da geo-ul-cheo-reom

아른대는 너의 실루엣이

a-reun-dae-neun neo-ui sil-ru-es-i

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

내게 이어진 순간 watching me

nae-ge i-eo-jin sun-gan watching me

Knock, knock, open up the door

계속 서롤 찾아 헤매이는 game

gye-sok seo-rol chat-a he-mae-i-neun game

점점 빠져들어 가

jeom-jeom ppa-jyeo-deul-eo ga

It's so bittersweet but I like the chase

Got a devil on my shoulder

작게 속삭이는 voice

jak-ge sok-sak-i-neun voice

Like an angel, 다가와 넌

Like an angel, da-ga-wa neon

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

또다시 시작되는, knock, knock, who's there?

tto-da-si si-jak-doe-neun, knock, knock, who's there?

난 너와 함께인 걸

nan neo-wa ham-kke-in geol

서로를 느끼고, 흔적을 남기고 (close)

seo-ro-reul neu-kki-go, heun-jeok-eul nam-gi-go (close)

또 쫓고 쫓겨 밤새 (run away)

tto jjot-go jjot-gyeo bam-sae (run away)

방심한 틈에, when I shoot out, I'm fallin'

bang-sim-han teum-e, when I shoot out, I'm fallin'

Bibbidi‐bobbidi‐boo, eh-oh

I swear to ya, 더 깊이 몰아가지, can't sleep at night

I swear to ya, deo gip-i mol-a-ga-ji, can't sleep at night

나른해지는 기분, eh-ah

na-reun-hae-ji-neun gi-bun, eh-ah

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

This spell got, got me trippin' and I like it

눈을 감아, shine and shiver

nun-eul gam-a, shine and shiver

예측할 수 없는 너의 timing

ye-cheuk-hal su eop-neun neo-ui timing

알아챈 순간 이미 watching me

al-a-chaen sun-gan i-mi watching me

Knock, knock, open up the door

계속 서롤 찾아 헤매이는 game

gye-sok seo-rol chat-a he-mae-i-neun game

점점 빠져들어 가

jeom-jeom ppa-jyeo-deul-eo ga

It's so bittersweet but I like the chase (it's so bittersweet)

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

Got a devil on my shoulder (right here)

작게 속삭이는 voice (listen to you)

jak-ge sok-sak-i-neun voice (listen to you)

Like an angel, 다가와 넌

Like an angel, da-ga-wa neon

또다시 시작되는, knock, knock, who's there?

tto-da-si si-jak-doe-neun, knock, knock, who's there?

(Wow-wow) 문을 연 순간 또 다른 door

(Wow-wow) mun-eul yeon sun-gan tto da-reun door

(Now-now) 난 네 맘을 더 어지럽혀

(Now-now) nan ne mam-eul deo eo-ji-reop-hyeo

(My heart) 들어올수록 you want it more

(My heart) deul-eo-ol-su-rok you want it more

(Knock, knock?) Yeah

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

Knock, knock, open up the door

벗어날 수 없는 너와 나의 game (ayy)

beos-eo-nal su eop-neun neo-wa na-ui game (ayy)

점점 깊이 유인해

jeom-jeom gip-i yu-in-hae

It's so bittersweet but I like the chase (ah-ah-ah-ah)

Got a devil on my shoulder

달콤하게 웃는 voice (ah-ah-ah-ah)

dal-kom-ha-ge us-neun voice (ah-ah-ah-ah)

밤새도록 돌고 돌아

bam-sae-do-rok dol-go dol-a

넌 내 꿈에 갇힌 채, knock, knock, who's there?

neon nae kkum-e gat-hin chae, knock, knock, who's there?

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

Ha-ah-ah-ah, ha-ah-ah-ah (knock, knock?)

Ha-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-hm (ah)

Ha-ah-ah-ah, ha-ah-ah-ah (devil?)

Ha-ah-ah-ah (angel?)

Knock, knock, who's there?

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Knock Knock (Who's There?)” (Knock Knock (Who's There?)) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Chill Kill - The 3rd Album 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.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Knock Knock (Who's There?)” by Red Velvet.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Knock Knock (Who's There?)" (Knock Knock (Who's There?)) by Red Velvet 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 "Knock Knock (Who's There?)" 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, "Knock Knock (Who's There?)" showcases Red Velvet's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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🏮 Korean Emotional Concepts & Cultural Moat

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

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Knock Knock (Who's There?)”:

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. "Knock Knock (Who's There?)" 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. "Knock Knock (Who's There?)" by Red Velvet 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 “Knock Knock (Who's There?)”?

"Knock Knock (Who's There?)" (Knock Knock (Who's There?)) by Red Velvet is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyric...

Q: How does “Knock Knock (Who's There?)” express traditional Korean sentiment?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Chill Kill - The 3rd Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for Red Velvet
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for Red Velvet
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Red Velvet and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Knock Knock (Who's There?), pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Knock Knock (Who's There?) by Red Velvet?

"Knock Knock (Who's There?)" is performed by Red Velvet. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

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Who wrote and produced Knock Knock (Who's There?) by Red Velvet?

"Knock Knock (Who's There?)" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "Chill Kill - The 3rd Album" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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