Attaboy album artwork

Attaboy

Attaboy

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: Perfect Velvet - The 2nd Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English49% KR📅 2017K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Attaboy” (Attaboy) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Perfect Velvet - The 2nd Album in 2017.

💡 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

Atta-attaboy!

Atta-atta-attaboy!

Atta-atta-atta-attaboy!

One, two, one, two 이리 와 봐

One, two, one, two i-ri wa bwa

툭 터놓고 할 얘기가

tuk teo-not-go hal yae-gi-ga

있어 있어 궁금하지

iss-eo iss-eo gung-geum-ha-ji

심장 쿵 쾅 쿵 뛰지 않니?

sim-jang kung kwang kung ttwi-ji an-ni?

Oh, oh, oh, oh 맞아 너 같은 사람

Oh, oh, oh, oh mat-a neo gat-eun sa-ram

Chorus

I know your type 나도 그런 타입

I know your type na-do geu-reon ta-ip

예민 예민해 꽃 같은 디테일

ye-min ye-min-hae kkot gat-eun di-te-il

난 하고 싶은 것만 할래

nan ha-go sip-eun geos-man hal-rae

용기 내자 느낌대로 가도 돼

yong-gi nae-ja neu-kkim-dae-ro ga-do dwae

그 누구도 뭐라 못 해

geu nu-gu-do mwo-ra mos hae

그래 그래 올라가자 높게

geu-rae geu-rae ol-ra-ga-ja nop-ge

봐 줄도 안 맞추고 (go, here we go)

bwa jul-do an mat-chu-go (go, here we go)

봐 우린 제멋대로 (go, here we go)

bwa u-rin je-meos-dae-ro (go, here we go)

Verse 3

봐 두 팔 가득 안고 (go, here we go)

bwa du pal ga-deuk an-go (go, here we go)

날아갈래 하늘로 높게

nal-a-gal-rae ha-neul-ro nop-ge

됐지 이 다음엔 또 뭘 할까

dwaess-ji i da-eum-en tto mwol hal-kka

이젠 서로를 마주 볼 시간

i-jen seo-ro-reul ma-ju bol si-gan

우린 말 없이도 통하니까 let's go!

u-rin mal eop-i-do tong-ha-ni-kka let's go!

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah attaboy

We go! 자유롭지 누가 더 멋지니?

We go! ja-yu-rop-ji nu-ga deo meos-ji-ni?

Verse 4

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah, that's ma boy

힘껏 날려 그 킥 우린 거침이 없지

him-kkeos nal-ryeo geu kik u-rin geo-chim-i eop-ji

Let's go, let's go 길은 많아

Let's go, let's go gil-eun man-a

모터사이클 달려보자

mo-teo-sa-i-keul dal-ryeo-bo-ja

별들에게 물어보자

byeol-deul-e-ge mul-eo-bo-ja

Check it out 마음 안 헷갈리게

Check it out ma-eum an hes-gal-ri-ge

네가 알던 한계보다 더 멀리

ne-ga al-deon han-gye-bo-da deo meol-ri

Verse 5

갈 수 있지 나는 외칠 거야

gal su iss-ji na-neun oe-chil geo-ya

바 발을 굴러 자 많이 왔어

ba bal-eul gul-reo ja man-i wass-eo

난 하고 싶은 것만 할래

nan ha-go sip-eun geos-man hal-rae

용기 내자 느낌대로 가도 돼

yong-gi nae-ja neu-kkim-dae-ro ga-do dwae

그 누구도 뭐라 못 해

geu nu-gu-do mwo-ra mos hae

그래 그래 올라가자 높게

geu-rae geu-rae ol-ra-ga-ja nop-ge

What? 처음 느낀 기분에 (go, here we go)

What? cheo-eum neu-kkin gi-bun-e (go, here we go)

What? 말도 안 나온대 (go, here we go)

What? mal-do an na-on-dae (go, here we go)

Verse 6

What? 기분 최고인데 (go, here we go)

What? gi-bun choe-go-in-de (go, here we go)

날아갈래 하늘로 높게

nal-a-gal-rae ha-neul-ro nop-ge

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah, attaboy

We go! 자유롭지 누가 더 멋지니?

We go! ja-yu-rop-ji nu-ga deo meos-ji-ni?

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah, that's ma boy

힘껏 날려 그 킥 우린 거침이 없지

him-kkeos nal-ryeo geu kik u-rin geo-chim-i eop-ji

Verse 7

찟, 찌찌찝찟

jjis, jji-jji-jjip-jjis

Hey, boy kinda like your style

아주 잘 하고 있어

a-ju jal ha-go iss-eo

좋은 일이 생길걸 우린 알아

jot-eun il-i saeng-gil-geol u-rin al-a

Boy you ready? (난 알아)

Boy you ready? (nan al-a)

'Cause I'm ready

봐 줄도 안 맞추고

bwa jul-do an mat-chu-go

봐 우린 제멋대로

bwa u-rin je-meos-dae-ro

Verse 8

봐 두 팔 가득 안고 (go, here we go)

bwa du pal ga-deuk an-go (go, here we go)

날아갈래 하늘로 높게 (go, here we go)

nal-a-gal-rae ha-neul-ro nop-ge (go, here we go)

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah, attaboy

We go! 자유롭지 누가 더 멋지니?

We go! ja-yu-rop-ji nu-ga deo meos-ji-ni?

Ah-y-yah, ah-y-yah

Ah-y-yah, that's ma boy

힘껏 날려 그 킥 우린 거침이 없지

him-kkeos nal-ryeo geu kik u-rin geo-chim-i eop-ji

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Attaboy" (Attaboy) 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 "Attaboy" 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, "Attaboy" 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 “Attaboy”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Attaboy”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Perfect Velvet - The 2nd 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

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

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

"Attaboy" 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 Attaboy by Red Velvet?

"Attaboy" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "Perfect Velvet - The 2nd Album" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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