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Hit That Drum

Hit That Drum

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: Summer Magic - Summer Mini Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English67% KR📅 2018K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Hit That Drum” (Hit That Drum) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album Summer Magic - Summer Mini Album in 2018.

💡 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

두근두근 내 맘을 두드려놓고

du-geun-du-geun nae mam-eul du-deu-ryeo-not-go

자꾸만 도망가는 네 등 뒤로

ja-kku-man do-mang-ga-neun ne deung dwi-ro

가슴속에 난타라도 하는 듯이

ga-seum-sok-e nan-ta-ra-do ha-neun deus-i

Oh 뭐니 뭐니 내가 왜 이러니

Oh mwo-ni mwo-ni nae-ga wae i-reo-ni

그저 발만 동동 약이 올라 용용

geu-jeo bal-man dong-dong yak-i ol-ra yong-yong

아무래도 이대로는 안되겠어

a-mu-rae-do i-dae-ro-neun an-doe-gess-eo

땀이 맺혀 송송 내 심장이 콩콩

ttam-i maet-hyeo song-song nae sim-jang-i kong-kong

안달 나서 어쩔 줄을 모르겠어 (hit it!)

an-dal na-seo eo-jjeol jul-eul mo-reu-gess-eo (hit it!)

Chorus

이랬다저랬다 내 심장 두드려

i-raess-da-jeo-raess-da nae sim-jang du-deu-ryeo

투둥탁 투둥탁

tu-dung-tak tu-dung-tak

Boom boom boom hit that drum

클났다 클났다 클났다 저기요

keul-nass-da keul-nass-da keul-nass-da jeo-gi-yo

우당탕 우당탕

u-dang-tang u-dang-tang

Boom boom boom hit that drum

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

Verse 3

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

Boom boom boom hit that drum

여기저기 두드리고 다니다가

yeo-gi-jeo-gi du-deu-ri-go da-ni-da-ga

그러다간 천벌받지 너라는 아이

geu-reo-da-gan cheon-beol-bat-ji neo-ra-neun a-i

Verse 4

하지만 널 마주하면 보란 듯이

ha-ji-man neol ma-ju-ha-myeon bo-ran deus-i

울려대는 바보 같은 심장소리

ul-ryeo-dae-neun ba-bo gat-eun sim-jang-so-ri

하늘 위로 둥둥 날아올라 붕붕

ha-neul wi-ro dung-dung nal-a-ol-ra bung-bung

이러다가 큰일 나지 아니겠어

i-reo-da-ga keun-il na-ji a-ni-gess-eo

두근두근 쿵쿵 내 귓속이 붐붐

du-geun-du-geun kung-kung nae gwis-sok-i bum-bum

정신없어 이젠 나도 모르겠어 (hit it!)

jeong-sin-eop-eo i-jen na-do mo-reu-gess-eo (hit it!)

이랬다저랬다 내 심장 두드려

i-raess-da-jeo-raess-da nae sim-jang du-deu-ryeo

투둥탁 투둥탁

tu-dung-tak tu-dung-tak

Verse 5

Boom boom boom hit that drum

클났다 클났다 클났다 저기요

keul-nass-da keul-nass-da keul-nass-da jeo-gi-yo

우당탕 우당탕

u-dang-tang u-dang-tang

Boom boom boom hit that drum

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

Verse 6

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

Boom boom boom hit that drum

나의 Drummer boy

na-ui Drummer boy

벅차오르는 심장소리를 들어줘

beok-cha-o-reu-neun sim-jang-so-ri-reul deul-eo-jwo

가면 갈수록 점점 강해져

ga-myeon gal-su-rok jeom-jeom gang-hae-jyeo

터질 것 같아 play my drum

teo-jil geos gat-a play my drum

Verse 7

자꾸 날 흔들어놔 자꾸 날 흔들어놔 boy

ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa boy

자꾸 날 흔들어놔 자꾸 날 흔들어놔 Boy

ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa Boy

자꾸 날 흔들어놔 자꾸 날 흔들어놔 boy

ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa boy

자꾸 날 흔들어놔 three, two, one play it!

ja-kku nal heun-deul-eo-nwa three, two, one play it!

이랬다저랬다 내 심장 두드려

i-raess-da-jeo-raess-da nae sim-jang du-deu-ryeo

투둥탁 투둥탁

tu-dung-tak tu-dung-tak

Boom boom boom hit that drum (yeah)

클났다 클났다 클났다 저기요

keul-nass-da keul-nass-da keul-nass-da jeo-gi-yo

Verse 8

우당탕 우당탕

u-dang-tang u-dang-tang

Boom boom boom hit that drum

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

난나나 난리나

nan-na-na nan-ri-na

Verse 9

난나난난나 난나난난나

nan-na-nan-nan-na nan-na-nan-nan-na

Boom boom boom hit that drum

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Hit That Drum" (Hit That Drum) 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 "Hit That Drum" 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, "Hit That Drum" 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 “Hit That Drum”?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Hit That Drum”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)Summer Magic - Summer Mini 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 Hit That Drum by Red Velvet?

"Hit That Drum" 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 Hit That Drum with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Hit That Drum by Red Velvet?

"Hit That Drum" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "Summer Magic - Summer Mini Album" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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