Knock On Wood album artwork

Knock On Wood

Knock On Wood

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: Queendom - The 6th Mini Album - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English34% KR📅 2021K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Knock On Wood” (Knock On Wood) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Queendom - The 6th Mini Album - EP in 2021.

💡 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

(Yeah, uh-huh, listen up)

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba

(Oh-oh) Oh-oh, oh-oh

시곗바늘이 볼 때마다 엉뚱한 델 가리키고

si-gyes-ba-neul-i bol ttae-ma-da eong-ttung-han del ga-ri-ki-go

또 왜 내 맘엔 chapter마다 모서리가 접혀있어? (yeah)

tto wae nae mam-en c-h-a-p-t-e-r-ma-da mo-seo-ri-ga jeop-hyeo-iss-eo? (yeah)

똑같은데 어딘가 좀 이상해, 아주 살짝 달라 보여 다

ttok-gat-eun-de eo-din-ga jom i-sang-hae, a-ju sal-jjak dal-ra bo-yeo da

빈틈없이 완벽했던 하루가 잘려나간 cake처럼 한 조각이 비어있어

bin-teum-eop-i wan-byeok-haess-deon ha-ru-ga jal-ryeo-na-gan c-a-k-e-cheo-reom han jo-gak-i bi-eo-iss-eo

Chorus

확실히 뭔가 다른 기운을 느껴

hwak-sil-hi mwon-ga da-reun gi-un-eul neu-kkyeo

What is going on? (what's going on, yeah?)

헷갈려 머릿속이 복잡해

hes-gal-ryeo meo-ris-sok-i bok-jap-hae

Oh, 여기저기 바람 소리 몰아쳐 (baby, knock on wood)

Oh, yeo-gi-jeo-gi ba-ram so-ri mol-a-chyeo (baby, knock on wood)

잠깐만, 여기 내 맘에

jam-kkan-man, yeo-gi nae mam-e

혼자선 막을 수 없는 사건이 일어나려 해 (baby, knock on wood)

hon-ja-seon mak-eul su eop-neun sa-geon-i il-eo-na-ryeo hae (baby, knock on wood)

나무를 두드린 뒤에 짧은 주문을 외워

na-mu-reul du-deu-rin dwi-e jjal-eun ju-mun-eul oe-wo

네가 내게 다가오길 (baby, knock on wood)

ne-ga nae-ge da-ga-o-gil (baby, knock on wood)

Verse 3

Knock, knock, knock, baby (knock, knock)

Knock, knock, knock, baby

Knock, knock, knock, baby (baby, knock on wood)

(Knock, knock, baby) Harry Potter like Willy Wonka (yeah)

그게 아니면 혹은 Wizard of Oz, ha

geu-ge a-ni-myeon hok-eun Wizard of Oz, ha

전부 이뤄지리라 잘, 들었지, right?

jeon-bu i-rwo-ji-ri-ra jal, deul-eoss-ji, right?

이제 재밌어질 것 같아 (ooh)

i-je jae-miss-eo-jil geos gat-a (ooh)

나 혼자 너무 너에게 깊이빠지지 않도록 (네가 내게 더)

na hon-ja neo-mu neo-e-ge gip-i-ppa-ji-ji an-do-rok (ne-ga nae-ge deo)

Verse 4

중심이 너무 너를 향해서 기울지 않도록 (yeah)

jung-sim-i neo-mu neo-reul hyang-hae-seo gi-ul-ji an-do-rok (yeah)

나를 따라 펼쳐지던 story가 (gi-gi-give me some luck)

na-reul tta-ra pyeol-chyeo-ji-deon s-t-o-r-y-ga (gi-gi-give me some luck)

알 수 없는 방향으로 이상하게 흐르는 걸

al su eop-neun bang-hyang-eu-ro i-sang-ha-ge heu-reu-neun geol

흔들려 온 세상이 아찔해

heun-deul-ryeo on se-sang-i a-jjil-hae

Oh, 여기저기 바람 소리 몰아쳐 (baby, knock on wood)

Oh, yeo-gi-jeo-gi ba-ram so-ri mol-a-chyeo (baby, knock on wood)

잠깐만 여기 내 맘에

jam-kkan-man yeo-gi nae mam-e

혼자선 막을 수 없는 사건이 일어나려 해 (baby, knock on wood)

hon-ja-seon mak-eul su eop-neun sa-geon-i il-eo-na-ryeo hae (baby, knock on wood)

나무를 두드린 뒤에 짧은 주문을 외워

na-mu-reul du-deu-rin dwi-e jjal-eun ju-mun-eul oe-wo

Verse 5

네가 내게 다가오길 (baby, knock on wood)

ne-ga nae-ge da-ga-o-gil (baby, knock on wood)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (uh, yeah)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (knock, knock)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (baby, knock on wood)

Uh-uh-uh, knock on wood

나무 속에 전해진 숨

na-mu sok-e jeon-hae-jin sum

작은 불빛 하나둘 깨어나

jak-eun bul-bit ha-na-dul kkae-eo-na

내게 지금 필요한 건 작은 행운

nae-ge ji-geum pil-yo-han geon jak-eun haeng-un

Verse 6

So baby, knock on wood

갑자기 나의 하루에

gap-ja-gi na-ui ha-ru-e

혼자선 상상도 못 한 반전이 일어나려 해 (yeah, yeah)

hon-ja-seon sang-sang-do mos han ban-jeon-i il-eo-na-ryeo hae (yeah, yeah)

(Baby, knock on wood) 나무를 두드린 뒤에 짧은 주문을 외워

(Baby, knock on wood) na-mu-reul du-deu-rin dwi-e jjal-eun ju-mun-eul oe-wo

Yeah, yeah, 네가 날 꼭 좋아하길 (baby, knock on wood)

Yeah, yeah, ne-ga nal kkok jot-a-ha-gil (baby, knock on wood)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (yeah, ba-ba-ba)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (ba-ba-ba)

Knock, knock, knock, baby (ba-ba-ba)

Verse 7

(Baby, knock on wood) Baby, knock on wood

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba (yeah)

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba (yeah)

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba

(Oh-oh, oh-oh) Baby, knock on wood

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba

Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba-ba (oh-oh, oh-oh)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Knock On Wood" (Knock On Wood) 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 "Knock On Wood" 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, "Knock On Wood" 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 “Knock On Wood”?

"Knock On Wood" (Knock On Wood) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotio...

Q: How can I practice singing “Knock On Wood” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Knock On Wood”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Queendom - The 6th Mini Album - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Red Velvet and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Knock On Wood by Red Velvet?

"Knock On Wood" 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 On Wood by Red Velvet?

"Knock On Wood" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "Queendom - The 6th Mini Album - EP" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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