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You Better Know

You Better Know

Artist: Red Velvet•Album: The Red Summer - Summer Mini Album - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English50% KR📅 2017K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“You Better Know” (You Better Know) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album The Red Summer - Summer Mini Album - EP 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

어두운 밤이 지나 빛을 품은 새벽이

eo-du-un bam-i ji-na bit-eul pum-eun sae-byeok-i

잠을 깨우고

jam-eul kkae-u-go

세상은 분주하게 너를 맞을 준비해

se-sang-eun bun-ju-ha-ge neo-reul mat-eul jun-bi-hae

눈부시도록

nun-bu-si-do-rok

커다란 벽 앞에 홀로 멈춰 선 채

keo-da-ran byeok ap-e hol-ro meom-chwo seon chae

상처로 닫혀버린 네 눈빛

sang-cheo-ro dat-hyeo-beo-rin ne nun-bit

처음의 설레임 빛나던 이끌림

cheo-eum-ui seol-re-im bit-na-deon i-kkeul-rim

지금은 어디쯤에 있는지?

ji-geum-eun eo-di-jjeum-e iss-neun-ji?

Chorus

네 심장을 뛰게 했던

ne sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge haess-deon

소중한 꿈이 널 부를 때

so-jung-han kkum-i neol bu-reul ttae

포근하게 널 감싸줄

po-geun-ha-ge neol gam-ssa-jul

나의 이 노랠 들어줄래

na-ui i no-rael deul-eo-jul-rae

You better know

눈부신 빛을 따라 하루를 그려

nun-bu-sin bit-eul tta-ra ha-ru-reul geu-ryeo

You better know

이런 널 기다려온 세상이 있어

i-reon neol gi-da-ryeo-on se-sang-i iss-eo

Verse 3

So are you ready or not?

이 순간을 놓치지 마

i sun-gan-eul not-chi-ji ma

시간이 흘러가잖아

si-gan-i heul-reo-ga-jan-a

Tick tock, tick tock

Y-you better know

언제나 너의 곁에 내가 있을게

eon-je-na neo-ui gyeot-e nae-ga iss-eul-ge

서투른 아이처럼 헤매는 건 당연해

seo-tu-reun a-i-cheo-reom he-mae-neun geon dang-yeon-hae

이 낯선 길에 (낯선 길에)

i nat-seon gil-e (nat-seon gil-e)

Verse 4

느리게 피어난 저 들꽃처럼 천천히

neu-ri-ge pi-eo-nan jeo deul-kkot-cheo-reom cheon-cheon-hi

쉬어가도 돼 (ah...)

swi-eo-ga-do dwae (ah...)

지쳐있던 너의 맘을

ji-chyeo-iss-deon neo-ui mam-eul

달래줄 바람 필요할 때

dal-rae-jul ba-ram pil-yo-hal ttae

향기롭게 불어오는

hyang-gi-rop-ge bul-eo-o-neun

나의 이 노랠 들어줄래

na-ui i no-rael deul-eo-jul-rae

You better know

눈부신 빛을 따라 하루를 그려

nun-bu-sin bit-eul tta-ra ha-ru-reul geu-ryeo

Verse 5

You better know

이런 널 기다려온 세상이 있어

i-reon neol gi-da-ryeo-on se-sang-i iss-eo

So are you ready or not?

이 순간을 놓치지 마

i sun-gan-eul not-chi-ji ma

시간이 흘러가잖아

si-gan-i heul-reo-ga-jan-a

Tick tock, tick tock

Y-you better know

언제나 너의 곁에 내가 있을게

eon-je-na neo-ui gyeot-e nae-ga iss-eul-ge

Verse 6

You better know

You better know

So are you ready or not?

기다려온 시간들이

gi-da-ryeo-on si-gan-deul-i

너에게 다가오잖아

neo-e-ge da-ga-o-jan-a

Tick tock, tick tock

So are you ready or not?

제자리에 머물지 마

je-ja-ri-e meo-mul-ji ma

Verse 7

더 큰 꿈들을 그려봐

deo keun kkum-deul-eul geu-ryeo-bwa

Tick tock, tick tock

You better know

눈부신 빛을 따라 하루를 그려

nun-bu-sin bit-eul tta-ra ha-ru-reul geu-ryeo

You better know

이런 널 기다려온 세상이 있어 (you better)

i-reon neol gi-da-ryeo-on se-sang-i iss-eo (you better)

So are you ready or not?

이 순간을 놓치지 마

i sun-gan-eul not-chi-ji ma

Verse 8

시간이 흘러가잖아

si-gan-i heul-reo-ga-jan-a

Tick tock, tick tock

You better know

언제나 너의 곁에 내가 있을게

eon-je-na neo-ui gyeot-e nae-ga iss-eul-ge

You better know

You better know

You better know

You better

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"You Better Know" (You Better Know) 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 "You Better Know" 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, "You Better Know" 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 “You Better Know”?

"You Better Know" (You Better Know) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, em...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “You Better Know”.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)The Red Summer - Summer Mini Album - EP
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 You Better Know by Red Velvet?

"You Better Know" 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 You Better Know with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced You Better Know by Red Velvet?

"You Better Know" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "The Red Summer - Summer Mini Album - EP" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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