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Milky Way

Milky Way

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: Our Beloved BoA #4 - SM STATION - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English64% KR📅 2020K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Milky Way” (Milky Way) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Our Beloved BoA #4 - SM STATION - Single in 2020.

💡 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

Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ah-ah-ah

Na-na-na-na-na-na-na

어떤 마음으로 전할까 난 너에게 (yeah)

eo-tteon ma-eum-eu-ro jeon-hal-kka nan neo-e-ge (yeah)

너를 그려왔던 설레임 난 기다렸어

neo-reul geu-ryeo-wass-deon seol-re-im nan gi-da-ryeoss-eo

지나버린 시간 함께 할 순 없어도

ji-na-beo-rin si-gan ham-kke hal sun eop-eo-do

이젠 너에게 줄 내가 가진 그 수많은 날들

i-jen neo-e-ge jul nae-ga ga-jin geu su-man-eun nal-deul

나를 스쳐 가는 바람이 내게 말해주네

na-reul seu-chyeo ga-neun ba-ram-i nae-ge mal-hae-ju-ne

문득 가까워진 계절을 여기 불러왔어, oh

mun-deuk ga-kka-wo-jin gye-jeol-eul yeo-gi bul-reo-wass-eo, oh

Chorus

다시 가고 싶어 세상을 모르던 시절

da-si ga-go sip-eo se-sang-eul mo-reu-deon si-jeol

이젠 내게로 올 세상에 비친 나의 모습

i-jen nae-ge-ro ol se-sang-e bi-chin na-ui mo-seup

언젠가 소중함마저 잃어버린 채

eon-jen-ga so-jung-ham-ma-jeo il-eo-beo-rin chae

난 어른이 돼 버렸지, yeah

nan eo-reun-i dwae beo-ryeoss-ji, yeah

(I need you, ooh) 언제나 내 곁에 있어 줘

(I need you, ooh) eon-je-na nae gyeot-e iss-eo jwo

나를 놓치지 말아줘 (놓치지 말아)

na-reul not-chi-ji mal-a-jwo (not-chi-ji mal-a)

(까만 밤, ooh) 내 안에 펼쳐진 세계로

(kka-man bam, ooh) nae an-e pyeol-chyeo-jin se-gye-ro

꿈은 반짝이고 있어

kkum-eun ban-jjak-i-go iss-eo

Verse 3

어디론가 그렇게 흘러가지 on my Milky Way

eo-di-ron-ga geu-reot-ge heul-reo-ga-ji on my Milky Way

Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ah-ah-ah

손을 내밀면 넌 기다렸지

son-eul nae-mil-myeon neon gi-da-ryeoss-ji

Du-bi-da-ru-du-ru-du

Du-du-bi-du-bi-du-bi-du-ra-da

같은 시간 속에

gat-eun si-gan sok-e

함께 하길 원했던 거야

ham-kke ha-gil won-haess-deon geo-ya

지금 가만히 귀를 기울여 기다려 왔던

ji-geum ga-man-hi gwi-reul gi-ul-yeo gi-da-ryeo wass-deon

Verse 4

저 같은 날의 노래를 (whoa)

jeo gat-eun nal-ui no-rae-reul (whoa)

(I believe, ooh) 우연한 사랑을 찾았던

(I believe, ooh) u-yeon-han sa-rang-eul chat-ass-deon

나를 지켜보고 있었지 (보고 있었지)

na-reul ji-kyeo-bo-go iss-eoss-ji (bo-go iss-eoss-ji)

(언제나, ooh) 만날 수 있었던 곳에서

(eon-je-na, ooh) man-nal su iss-eoss-deon gos-e-seo

너를 기다리고 있어

neo-reul gi-da-ri-go iss-eo

복잡한 세상 속에 갇힌 채

bok-jap-han se-sang sok-e gat-hin chae

손이 닿지 않아 난 두려웠어

son-i dat-ji an-a nan du-ryeo-woss-eo

하지만 계속 가도 되겠지

ha-ji-man gye-sok ga-do doe-gess-ji

Verse 5

새로운 나날의 시작으로, ooh-whoa

sae-ro-un na-nal-ui si-jak-eu-ro, ooh-whoa

(I need you, ooh) 언제나 내 곁에 있어 줘

(I need you, ooh) eon-je-na nae gyeot-e iss-eo jwo

나를 놓치지 말아줘

na-reul not-chi-ji mal-a-jwo

(까만 밤, ooh) 내 안에 펼쳐진 세계로

(kka-man bam, ooh) nae an-e pyeol-chyeo-jin se-gye-ro

꿈은 반짝이고 있어

kkum-eun ban-jjak-i-go iss-eo

(I believe, ooh) 우연한 사랑을 찾았던

(I believe, ooh) u-yeon-han sa-rang-eul chat-ass-deon

나를 지켜보고 있었지 (보고 있었지)

na-reul ji-kyeo-bo-go iss-eoss-ji (bo-go iss-eoss-ji)

(언제나, ooh) 만날 수 있었던 곳에서

(eon-je-na, ooh) man-nal su iss-eoss-deon gos-e-seo

Verse 6

너를 기다리고 있어

neo-reul gi-da-ri-go iss-eo

어디론가 그렇게 흘러가지 on my Milky Way

eo-di-ron-ga geu-reot-ge heul-reo-ga-ji on my Milky Way

Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ah-ah-ah

Na-na-na-na-na-na

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Milky Way" (Milky Way) 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 "Milky Way" 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, "Milky Way" 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 “Milky Way”?

"Milky Way" (Milky Way) 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 “Milky Way” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Milky Way”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Our Beloved BoA #4 - SM STATION - Single
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 Milky Way by Red Velvet?

"Milky Way" 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 Milky Way with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Milky Way by Red Velvet?

"Milky Way" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "Our Beloved BoA #4 - SM STATION - Single" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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