Nightmare album artwork

Nightmare

Nightmare

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: Chill Kill - The 3rd Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English64% KR📅 2023K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Nightmare” (Nightmare) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Chill Kill - The 3rd Album 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

Oh, 눈부시게

Oh, nun-bu-si-ge

빛나던 불꽃들이

bit-na-deon bul-kkot-deul-i

사라진 거리엔

sa-ra-jin geo-ri-en

어둠이란 차가운

eo-dum-i-ran cha-ga-un

베일이 싸인 듯해

be-il-i ssa-in deus-hae

따뜻한 네 손등마저

tta-tteus-han ne son-deung-ma-jeo

서늘해진 느낌

seo-neul-hae-jin neu-kkim

멈칫하는 순간 펼쳐진

meom-chis-ha-neun sun-gan pyeol-chyeo-jin

Chorus

기묘한 그 판타진

gi-myo-han geu pan-ta-jin

나에게서 너를 빼앗아

na-e-ge-seo neo-reul ppae-as-a

심술궂은 장난처럼

sim-sul-gut-eun jang-nan-cheo-reom

두 눈과 귀를 가리고

du nun-gwa gwi-reul ga-ri-go

속이려고 해봐도 we'll be fine

sok-i-ryeo-go hae-bwa-do we'll be fine

다 꿈이란 걸 잊지 마 기억해

da kkum-i-ran geol it-ji ma gi-eok-hae

그만 놓아줘

geu-man not-a-jwo

Baby, bye-bye

Verse 3

한밤중 우리를 삼킨 건

han-bam-jung u-ri-reul sam-kin geon

단지 nightmare, nightmare

dan-ji nightmare, nightmare

악몽일 뿐야

ak-mong-il ppun-ya

아침햇살이 입 맞추면

a-chim-haes-sal-i ip mat-chu-myeon

전부 nightmare, nightmare

jeon-bu nightmare, nightmare

사라질 뿐야

sa-ra-jil ppun-ya

Close your eyes, make a wish

나쁜 꿈에서 깨

na-ppeun kkum-e-seo kkae

Verse 4

가장 반짝이던 우릴 떠올려

ga-jang ban-jjak-i-deon u-ril tteo-ol-ryeo

괜찮아질 거야 곧

gwaen-chan-a-jil geo-ya got

또 흐릿해져

tto heu-ris-hae-jyeo

우릴 축복하듯

u-ril chuk-bok-ha-deus

바라보던 관람차도 (ah)

ba-ra-bo-deon gwan-ram-cha-do (ah)

널 불러봐도

neol bul-reo-bwa-do

아무 대답 없어

a-mu dae-dap eop-eo

불안함만 자꾸 커져

bul-an-ham-man ja-kku keo-jyeo

Verse 5

걸음이 조금씩 느려져 (hush)

geol-eum-i jo-geum-ssik neu-ryeo-jyeo (hush)

온몸이 (sleep)

on-mom-i (sleep)

무겁지 (go to sleep)

mu-geop-ji (go to sleep)

날 잡아당기는 bad dream

nal jap-a-dang-gi-neun bad dream

우리 둘 사이 틈으로

u-ri dul sa-i teum-eu-ro

숨어들어 온대도 we'll be fine

sum-eo-deul-eo on-dae-do we'll be fine

다 꿈이란 걸 기억해

da kkum-i-ran geol gi-eok-hae

셋을 세

ses-eul se

Verse 6

그만 놓아줘 (one, two)

geu-man not-a-jwo (one, two)

Baby, bye-bye

한밤중 우리를 삼킨 건

han-bam-jung u-ri-reul sam-kin geon

단지 nightmare, nightmare

dan-ji nightmare, nightmare

악몽일 뿐야 (걱정마)

ak-mong-il ppun-ya (geok-jeong-ma)

아침햇살이 입 맞추면

a-chim-haes-sal-i ip mat-chu-myeon

전부 nightmare, nightmare

jeon-bu nightmare, nightmare

사라질 뿐야

sa-ra-jil ppun-ya

Verse 7

Close your eyes, make a wish

나쁜 꿈에서 깨

na-ppeun kkum-e-seo kkae

가장 반짝이던 우릴 떠올려

ga-jang ban-jjak-i-deon u-ril tteo-ol-ryeo

괜찮아질 거야 곧

gwaen-chan-a-jil geo-ya got

조금만 기다려

jo-geum-man gi-da-ryeo

이 밤이 다 지나면

i bam-i da ji-na-myeon

어디에 있든지 찾아갈게

eo-di-e iss-deun-ji chat-a-gal-ge

악몽에서 깨면

ak-mong-e-seo kkae-myeon

Verse 8

날 소리 높여 불러

nal so-ri nop-yeo bul-reo

한달음에 달려가 난 네게로

han-dal-eum-e dal-ryeo-ga nan ne-ge-ro

한밤중 우리를 삼킨 건

han-bam-jung u-ri-reul sam-kin geon

단지 nightmare, nightmare

dan-ji nightmare, nightmare

악몽일 뿐야

ak-mong-il ppun-ya

끝이 안 보이는 암흑도

kkeut-i an bo-i-neun am-heuk-do

전부 nightmare, nightmare

jeon-bu nightmare, nightmare

사라질 뿐야

sa-ra-jil ppun-ya

Verse 9

그냥 즐기려 해

geu-nyang jeul-gi-ryeo hae

까만 밤의 축젠 (즐겨봐, yeah)

kka-man bam-ui chuk-jen (jeul-gyeo-bwa, yeah)

그리 길지 않다는 걸 아니까 (fun)

geu-ri gil-ji an-da-neun geol a-ni-kka (fun)

마치 거짓말처럼

ma-chi geo-jis-mal-cheo-reom

그날처럼 have some fun

geu-nal-cheo-reom have some fun

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Nightmare” by Red Velvet.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Nightmare" (Nightmare) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and personal growth, capturing the nuanced dynamics of modern relationships and youthful passion.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Nightmare" employs subtle cultural idioms and layered lyricism. Phrasing shifts between introspective Korean stanzas and rhythmic English phrases, allowing listeners to experience both universal accessibility and culturally rich linguistic nuance.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Nightmare" highlights Red Velvet's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

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

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, feelings
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
사랑(Sarang)
Love, affection

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “Nightmare”?

"Nightmare" (Nightmare) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vuln...

Q: How can I practice singing “Nightmare” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Nightmare”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Chill Kill - The 3rd Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Red Velvet and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of Nightmare by Red Velvet?

"Nightmare" 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.

Where can I practice singing Nightmare with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Nightmare by Red Velvet?

"Nightmare" 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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